Nagasaki HS Entrance Examination - Japanese (Kokugo) exam-day guide
Nagasaki HS Entrance Examination - Japanese (Kokugo) · Prepare for the day ahead.
Your checklist
Admission slip (受験票)
Bring the original. Confirm with the provider whether a photo, seal, or copy is required, and whether a provisional slip is accepted if it is lost. [needs_review]
Writing tools
Bring at least two sharpened pencils, a clean eraser, and a pencil sharpener. Confirm whether mechanical pencils are permitted; if unsure, use regular pencils. [needs_review]
Silent watch
Use a simple analog or digital watch with alarms turned off. Confirm whether watches are allowed and whether the room has a visible clock. [needs_review]
Indoor shoes
Many Japanese schools require indoor shoes. Confirm the specified type and whether a shoe bag is needed. [needs_review]
Bag and valuables
Use a bag that can be placed beside your desk without blocking the aisle. Confirm any size or transparent-bag rule with the provider. [needs_review]
Lunch and drink
Bring a compact lunch and a spill-proof drink if breaks allow eating. Confirm break rules and whether food is permitted in the room. [needs_review]
Route and meeting time
Confirm the gate, meeting time, and whether early entry is allowed. Do a route check in advance, including train or bus delays.
Health and comfort
Bring tissues, a mask if required, and any permitted medication. Confirm current health rules with the provider. [needs_review]
Forbidden items
Leave smartphones, smart watches, and study notes out of reach. Confirm the exact storage rule; if unsure, ask the provider. [needs_review]
Exam-room plan
Decide a time allocation for kanji, reading, and composition. Confirm the question format and time limit from official materials.
Sleep and clothing
Prepare comfortable layered clothing and plan a normal sleep schedule. Confirm whether uniforms or specified clothing are required. [needs_review]
Plan the day
Confirm the official meeting time, gate, room assignment, and permitted items with the provider. Save or print the admission slip and check transport routes and weather.
Switch from new material to review: re-read kanji, do one timed reading section, and review composition structure. Stop late-night cramming.
Pack the bag using the checklist, lay out clothes, set two alarms, and prepare a simple breakfast. Confirm that forbidden devices are stored as required.
Do a light review of weak kanji and reading question types; avoid full mock tests. Sleep at a normal hour.
Eat breakfast, leave with 30–60 minutes of margin, and arrive at the specified gate. Use the toilet before entering the room.
Keep conversation minimal, review only a short kanji list, and follow staff instructions for seating and materials.
Read the instructions and check the page count. Allocate time: kanji and short answers first, then longer reading, leaving 5–10 minutes to check.
For reading, underline key phrases and identify the question type. For composition, outline briefly, write clearly, and check grammar and character errors.
If a question is too hard, mark it and move on. Stop writing immediately when told; confirm answer-sheet entries and your name.
Rules to check
Follow all proctor instructions; do not talk, pass materials, or leave your seat without permission.
Bring the admission slip and any ID the provider requires. Confirm the exact ID rule in advance. [needs_review]
Smartphones and smart watches must be powered off and stored as instructed. Confirm the storage rule with the provider. [needs_review]
Use breaks only as permitted. Confirm whether you may leave the room, eat, or review notes during breaks. [needs_review]
Do not use unauthorized aids or communicate with other candidates; suspected cheating may lead to disqualification.
If the provider publishes a scoring rule for blank or multiple answers, confirm it. Otherwise answer every item you can and do not leave blanks unnecessarily.
Stop writing when time is called; continuing may be treated as a violation.
Ask the proctor immediately if a page is missing, a character is unclear, or you feel unwell.