Practical Writing Certification for Hardcopy
Don't assume that you are a bad writer, but start by writing carefully.
Beautiful handwriting is a boon!
The hard pen calligraphy certification test has a long history and is administered by the Japan Calligraphy Skills Test Association, the same organization that conducts the brush handwriting certification test. While the Brush Calligraphy Test is for "brush characters," the Hard Pen Calligraphy Test is for "pen characters. The hard pen calligraphy test is for penmanship, and is designed to teach the skill of writing beautiful characters with a ballpoint pen or other medium.
With the spread of personal computers, opportunities to see handwritten characters have decreased considerably. However, this has led to a decrease in handwritten letters, resumes, and other important But this has made handwritten letters and resumes more memorable on important occasions. The old saying, "Character reveals one's personality," still holds true today. If a person's handwriting is messy, people will think that it is the same in their hearts. On the other hand, a person who can write beautifully is appreciated for that alone.
To improve one's handwriting, one must master the basics. The most important thing is to practice patiently and steadily, but if you have the goal of passing the certification test, you may be able to keep trying without giving up.
He passed the 4th grade and his block letters are perfect!
The Hard Calligraphy Certificate is taken by more than 80,000 people a year, from children to adults. If you want to improve your handwriting! you should aim to pass the 4th grade, which is the easiest level, at first. The passing rate is more than 80%, so it is easy to try.
The test includes writing quickly within the time limit (writing a 95-character sentence in 4 minutes), writing sentences mixed with kanji and kana, vertical and horizontal writing (mixed with Arabic numerals and Roman numerals), stroke order questions, and kanji dictation. A score of approximately two-thirds of the total is considered to be the standard for passing the test.
The fourth level includes only block style handwriting, while the third and higher levels include cursive and cursive writing. If you are fascinated by the beauty of handwritten characters, try the advanced test as well.
Examination Information
| What are the eligibility requirements? | unlimited |
|---|---|
| What is the test date? | Three times a year (January, June, and November) |
| What is the examination fee (including tax)? | Level 5 1,000 yen, Level 4 1,300 yen, Level 3 2,000 yen, Level 2 3,000 yen, Level 1 4,000 yen, Level 1 5,000 yen |
| Can I take the group exam? | It can be done if there are at least 20 applicants in a school or other institution. |
contact information (for inquiries) (e.g. corporate phone number)
（財）日本書写技能検定協会
〒170-0005 東京都豊島区南大塚3-41-3
TEL 03-3988-3581 FAX 03-3988-3528
