Here’s a useful post tailored for Japanese learners who are using the Sou Matome N2 Bunpou PDF (or book) to study for the JLPT N2. You can share this on a blog, Reddit (r/LearnJapanese), or a study group.


2. Focus on the "Comparison" Sections

This is the "Secret Sauce" of the Sou Matome series. When the book presents two similar grammar points (e.g., “koto ni naru” vs. “koto ni suru”), pause. Make a separate note in a notebook explaining the difference. This is where test points are won or lost.

What is Sou Matome N2 Bunpou?

Sou Matome N2 Bunpou is the grammar volume in the Sou Matome series, designed for weekly study across six weeks. It breaks N2 grammar into manageable lessons with clear explanations, practice exercises, and review quizzes. The layout suits busy learners who prefer a structured, short-daily-study approach.

Week 7: The "Red Sheet" Pass

  • Time: 1 hour daily.
  • The Trick: Sou Matome books come with a red plastic sheet (赤シート) in the physical copy. If you have a PDF, you can simulate this by using a highlighter.
  • Action: Cover the example sentences. Try to recall the missing grammar point. The Red Sheet hides the answer. You must train your brain to retrieve the grammar, not just recognize it.

Sou Matome N2 Bunpou Pdf