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Man Passes N2 Japanese Language Test After Watching More Than 4,500 Japanese AVs
Unconventional 'study sessions'.YU ANG TAN
DECEMBER 27, 2024
A man from China, Jakku Song, has garnered attention after announcing his unconventional success in mastering Japanese.
By watching 4,545 Japanese adult videos (AV), he self-taught himself the language and passed the N2 level of the Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), qualifying for admission to Japanese universities or vocational schools.
Never received formal language training
Jakku Song revealed that he never received formal language training.Instead, his fascination with Japanese AV culture drove him to learn through extensive viewing and imitation.
He now runs a YouTube channel where he discusses sensitive topics in Japanese, dubbing himself “Asia’s Last Gentleman” and promoting a message of peace and love.
In one of his videos, he displayed his N2 certificate and humorously thanked legendary AV actresses such as Sola Aoi, Tsukasa Aoi, Kana Momonogi, and Rei Honjo, whom he credited as his “teachers.”
He concluded the video lying among piles of used tissues, playfully mocking his learning process.
Mixed Reactions from Netizens
The video, posted on 3 December, garnered over 864k views at press time.Japanese viewers have applauded his achievement, acknowledging his dedication and the unique learning method.
Comments ranged from “The number of tissues equals his language skills” to “This proves how diverse and effective unconventional learning methods can be.”
What is JLPT?
The Japanese-Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is a standardized exam assessing non-native speakers’ proficiency in Japanese.It consists of five levels, with N5 being the easiest and N1 the most advanced. N2, the level Jakku Song achieved, requires a strong grasp of intermediate grammar, vocabulary, and kanji, often equivalent to 600–900 hours of formal study.
