At what level you can start to read very simple text?

[Yoti]

@spiced_onions

Bear in mind that WaniKani focuses on teaching you kanji, not the grammar and wider vocabulary that you need for reading.

Tofugu recommend picking up grammar study using another resource when you reach level 10 in WaniKani: Learn Japanese: A Ridiculously Detailed Guide

Edited to add:

I would say though that I assume most people studying Japanese would be exposing themselves to grammar and wider vocabulary through reading the language, however casually, through other sources. I doubt that many students are following Tofugu’s ‘wait til level 10 of WK’ suggestion to the extent that they sequester themselves from any grammatical input whatsoever.

Also, the context sentences given in WK are a great resource, as you should be able to read their kanji and pick up the grammar through context. Practice reading them when you come across them.

^ I came here to say that!

And to link these:

Resources for Starting to Read Japanese Content

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Where to Start

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^ Very detailed guide on tools and resources to start reading Japanese.

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^ This one will be veeeeeery useful as well!

P.S.: My personal experience of learning to read is a total mess, nevertheless, I don’t recommend children’s books (tried that, went like this: ) for reasons mentioned by @2tea and depending on your motivation, dedication and available time would second the recommendations of Satori Reader, Yomitan and free Tadoku books at your current Wanikani level, @Monops79 !