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SSW (Tokutei Ginou) Manufacturing (Sewing) Skill Test: Free Practice Questions

Free practice for the Specified Skilled Worker (i) skill test (Tokutei Ginou No. 1) in Manufacturing (Sewing). Answer 240 original questions in Japanese, like the real test, and read an English explanation after each one. Use it as your reviewer and mock test on your phone.

It is also called the SSW industrial product manufacturing test for sewing (hosei), the garment sewing test or the Tokutei Ginou manufacturing exam.

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What you get

Test topics (9 chapters)

  1. Safety and Health
  2. Quality Control
  3. General Knowledge
  4. Fibers and Fabrics
  5. Cutting and Preparation
  6. Sewing Machines and How to Sew
  7. Inspection and Sewing Defects
  8. Finishing and Products
  9. Workplace Safety and 5S

The real test format

40 questions in 80 minutes, the same as the real test. To pass the real test, you need 20 or more in the academic part and 6 or more in the practical part.

Official SSW test information

Try 5 sample questions

Questions are in Japanese with furigana, like the real test. The English translation is below each question. Tap “Show answer” to see the answer and explanation.

  1. 01Safety and Health

    機械きかいのガードやカバーは、作業さぎょうがしにくいときは外はずしてもよい。

    English translation
    You may remove a machine guard or cover when it makes the work hard to do.

    1. ○
      True
    2. ×
      False
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    Answer 2 × — False

    Explanation
    Guards and covers are safety devices to prevent accidents. Never remove them.

  2. 02Quality Control

    JISは「日本産業規格にほんさんぎょうきかく」のことである。

    English translation
    JIS means "Japanese Industrial Standards".

    1. ○
      True
    2. ×
      False
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    Answer 1 ○ — True

    Explanation
    JIS are the standards decided in Japan. The name comes from the first letters of the English name.

  3. 03General Knowledge

    pHの値あたいが小ちいさいほど、酸性さんせいは強つよくなる。

    English translation
    The smaller the pH value, the stronger the acidity.

    1. ○
      True
    2. ×
      False
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    Answer 1 ○ — True

    Explanation
    pH 7 is neutral. Below 7 is acidic, and the smaller the number, the stronger the acid.

  4. 04Fibers and Fabrics

    天然てんねん繊維せんいではないものはどれですか。

    English translation
    Which is not a natural fiber?

    1. ポリエステル
      Polyester
    2. 綿めん
      Cotton
    3. 麻あさ
      Linen
    4. 絹きぬ
      Silk
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    Answer 1 ポリエステル — Polyester

    Explanation
    Polyester is a synthetic fiber. Cotton, linen, and silk are natural fibers.

  5. 05Cutting and Preparation

    検けん反たんで調しらべないものはどれですか。

    English translation
    Which is not checked in fabric inspection (検反)?

    1. 布ぬののキズ
      Flaws in the fabric
    2. 布ぬのの汚よごれ
      Stains on the fabric
    3. 布ぬのの値段ねだん
      Price of the fabric
    4. 布ぬのの色いろむら
      Uneven color of the fabric
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    Answer 3 布ぬのの値段ねだん — Price of the fabric

    Explanation
    Fabric inspection (検反) checks quality problems such as flaws, stains, and uneven color. The price is not checked.

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FAQ

Is it free?
Yes. All questions, explanations and the mock test are free. You don’t need to sign up, and you can practice as many times as you like.
Can I use it on my phone?
Yes. It is made for phones. Your progress is saved in your phone’s browser.
Are these past exam questions?
No. Past exam questions (past papers) of the SSW skill tests are not made public. All questions here are original questions by Zutto Nihon, written to follow the official study texts and the published test topics. They help you learn what the real test covers.
Is there a PDF?
This SSW (i) practice drill has no PDF version. You can answer the questions right on your phone, free, as many times as you like.
What language is the real test in?
It depends on the field and the country. In some fields, such as nursing care (Kaigo) and agriculture, you may be able to take the test in a language other than Japanese. Please check the latest information on the official website.

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