Learn all about Japan’s national English Test
- EIKEN (English)
- EIKEN Tests
EIKEN Tests
Test in Practical English Proficiency: Japan’s most widely recognized English language assessment.
The knowhow* that we have ("Foundation Knowhow") belongs to Eiken Foundation of Japan. Foundation Knowhow is protected by patent application and other means.
* Method of implementing and operating Certification Tests (including special measures for test takers who need special care when taking tests)
- Method of creating test questions and scoring tests;
- Display of online Certification Tests, interview cards, illustrations, mark sheets, and transcripts, etc.;
- Life-long learning account and other items are included without limitation.
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Overview of the EIKEN tests
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Administration
Learn more about test dates, locations, fees, and application procedures
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EIKEN speaking tests
EIKEN is given in two stages. The second stage is a speaking test designed to directly evaluate an examinee’s ability to speak and interact in English.
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Group test sites
Group test sites (junkaijo in Japanese) are the approximately 18,000 junior high schools, high schools, colleges, and other institutions that have been approved to administer the EIKEN tests on an individual basis.
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Preparing for EIKEN
As a service to learners and teachers, all first-stage EIKEN materials are disclosed after each administration of the test.
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Examinee statistics
Examinee totals and success rates for all EIKEN grades