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Japanese Textbooks, Books About Japan

On this page we're posting Japanese textbooks like the popular Genki series, as well as other helpful books and kanji-learning guides, which allow you understand Japan even better!


PB561 Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 1 ~ vol. 3
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 600 g. Price: $34.00 Product type: Bilingual Comic
Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside the panel. Sound effects have Japanese-English translation as well. These books are great for not only learning Japanese but make great reading, these comics are as funny today as they were 30 years ago and offer an interesting peek into Japanese culture. Each volume of the three volume set is 60 pages, size is 4 3/4" x 7 1/4". (12 x 18.7 cm).


STU025 Living Japanese Style 2 - Nihon e toki Jiten
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 200 g. Price: $14.00 Product type: Study Book (pocket size)
When you visit Japan for the first time, don't expect to see the streets ful of "samurai" and "geisha." The lifestyle of the average Japanese has today become almost completely westernized. But beneath Japan's fast-moving, ultra-modern exterior, its unique culture and customs, shaped by centuries of tradition, live on. This book is designed to help both residents and visitors to overcome cultural bafflement and get to know the "real Japan." Through pictures and exlanations, it ntroduces many interesting aspects of modern Japanese life, and gives advice on how to behave in a variety of social situations. A publication created by JTB Publishing (JTB being Japan's leading Traveling Agency), this pocket book of information delves into situations you'll encounter such as shopping, using the bank, going to the public bath, going to parties, taking a sight seeing bus and much more. Written completely in English with an index to help you find what you need quickly.


STU012 A Look Into Japan 1 ~ Nihon e toki Jiten
Number in stock: 7 Weight: 200 g. Price: $15.50 Product type: Study Book (pocket size)
From the famously quirky Japan in Your Pocket! illustrated book series published by the Japan Travel Bureau (JTB), this Illustrated Look Into Japan is a concise and indispensable quick reference on a huge range of useful culture points that will prepare you for a trip to Japan and help you gain a deeper understanding of the Japanese mind through short sections and illustrated explanations. This a great book for your coffee table or bathroom and a must for traveling in Japan. It's size is no indication of the information it holds, with topics spanning the gamut of cultural information from traditional crests to festivals to the fine point of sushi dining. This is truly a fun book to read even if you've been to Japan before, and will give you some fresh perspective you can use for understanding the beauty of Japan. Written in English with Romaji and Kanji section headings.


HNK004 Mini Stamp Ink ~ Red
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 80 g. Price: $3.50 Product type: Custom Japanese Hanko (Name Stamp)
If you just purchased your own custom made hanko (name stamp), why not spread the word using this handy mini ink pad. The soft stamp pad is securely incased in a sturdy 5x8 cm (2x3 inch) plastic case and can be carried with you anywhere for use whenever you need it. This is a red color ink version. If you haven't purchased your own hanko (or sometimes called inkan), why not purchase one now? All can be custom made with your name in kanji or a quick special message, which can be found searching by searching items HNK001, HNK002, or HNK003.


STT023 DX Long Study Flashcards for Sentence ~ Set of 2 pcs
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 80 g. Price: $2.50 Product type: Study Flashcards
Although this pack of cards says in plain English "It is important to study English over and over" you can certainly use it to study Japanese over and over for improved proficiency. The pack measures 2.7x11 cm (1x4 inches) with 50 cards each that are bound by a metallic ring. This set comes with two packs of cards which different colored covers to distinguish between translating sentences from English to Japanese and Japanese to English. Use to write and translate sentences by memory, for skit projects and more. A perfect flashcard tool for all students of the Japanese language.


STT095 Deluxe Pentel Fude Brush Pen 2way Type
Number in stock: 10 Weight: 100 g. Price: $5.80 Product type: Japanese Traditional
From the Pentel company, a great fude pen for writing in the calligraphy style that all Japanese learn to write from elementary school age. This modern version of the traditional pen needs no special ink. It is double ended and has special tips for writing both bold and thin lines. Great for all study lovers and fans of shuuji (classic calligraphy with a writing brush). A larger deluxe (DX) version. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)

HNK001 Japanese Custom Made Stamp ~ Square 0.5 inch Hanko

Custom Order Item Weight: 100 g. Price: $14.00
Product type: Custom Japanese Hanko (Name Stamp)

In Japan, hanko (name stamps) are used in lieu of signing your name as the way of signifying agreement, and the culture of these stamps has always been fascinating to gaijin unfamiliar with Japanese ways. Now you can get any kanji name you want on your very own Japanese name stamp. This is a quality stamp made of wood with any custom name or message you want on it, which will be a great connection to you and Japan. This name stamp is also legally able to be used in Japan (just register it with your local city office).

You can choose between 1-6 kanji, hiragana or katakana characters, and the Japanese staff of J-List will be happy to help you choose the best character for what you want to express. This type of stamp is usually used for names, and there are multiple approaches foreigners can take when choosing a name. Here are three examples:


This is an example of a name in katakana, the Japanese writing system used for foreign words and names. It says "Payne."	Kanji can be chosen based on their pronunciation, too. In this case we're using the "peh" sound from Peking ("North Capital") and the "in" sound from the Buddhist temple Byodoin near Kyoto.	There are ways of choosing kanji based on meaning, called ateji or forcing a reading on a character. For example, "Payne" comes from the French pan (bread), the name could be written with a character (archaic in this case) for bread.

This stamp can also be used to express your favorite character or concept, from love (ai) to sincerity (makoto) to a wacky message you'd like to create, as long as it can fit within the character limit for this stamp. After adding this item to your shopping cart you can type comments to the J-List staff and we'll verify the characters you want before finalizing the order. We also humbly request to include a pronunciation guide for all unique spelling of names.

Since the stamps are custom made by a company here in Japan, please allow 2-4 weeks for your name stamp to be made, prior to the shipping date.


ASA054 Basic Kanji Drill New -- 4th Grade
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 100 g. Price: $3.25 Product type: Japanese Study
For students of Japanese who want another way to increase their kanji skills, or for those who just want a good way to practice, here is a kanji workbook to get you up to speed starting from the Japanese fourth grade school level. This workbook takes you through step-by-step exercises that give you writing practice for the basic kanji characters learned by lower level Japanese elementary school students, with basic-use words that are probably familiar to second or third level Japanese language learners who can already read Hiragana. Includes writing exercises and quizzes with an answer key. 64 pages.


ASA053 Basic Kanji Drill New -- 3rd Grade
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 100 g. Price: $3.25 Product type: Japanese Study
For students of Japanese who want another way to increase their kanji skills, or for those who just want a good way to practice, here is a kanji workbook to get you up to speed starting from the Japanese second grade school level. This workbook takes you through step-by-step exercises that give you writing practice for the basic kanji characters learned by lower level Japanese elementary school students, with basic-use words that are probably familiar to second or third level Japanese language learners who can already read Hiragana. Includes writing exercises and quizzes with an answer key. 64 pages.


RESERVE81 Hiragana Times Reserve Subscription
This magazine will be available every month Weight: 200 g. Price: $8.00 + shipping/mo. revolving, or $140 annual Product type: Monthly magazine subscription
Hiragana Times is the premiere magazine for students of Japanese and anyone who wants to follow Japan every month. Each issue features articles both in English and in Japanese (complete with furigana pronunciation) to help those studying the language. Filled with tons of cultural articles that make you think relating to current events, interviews with famous Japanese celebrities, Japanese pop culture, travel, and even articles written by readers themselves who wish to share their own personal experience within the Japanese culture. This is the perfect item for those who are studying the Japanese language, interested in living in Japan, and all Japanophiles. We highly recommend this popular subscription item! (Also written "hir@gana times") This magazine subscription can be purchased on a revolving basis (where we'll reserve and bill each issue as it comes in) or annually (for a flat fee w/ SAL shipping included). Great for fans of bilingual books! Note: if you purchase the "revolving magazine subsciption" option, we will send each issue to you automatically until you ask us to stop.


STU024 Chibi Maruko chan Kanji Dictionary 1
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 350 g. Price: $12.50 Product type: Study Book
Chibi Maruko chan is not so well known outside of Japan, although it's probably the #3 rated anime series in terms of viewership, after Sazae-san and Doraemon. If you're a student of Japanese, here's a great manga and kanji dictionary that helps you master all kanji in grades 2, 3 and 4. This is a great supplemental study item that not only includes Japanese furigana pronunciation, but is a comic style dictionary that introduces you new kanji while keeping you entertained. Recommended for those who have taken at least a semester through their first year in Japanese. This is the first volume.


STT116 SANRIO Cinnamoroll Kanji Practice Notebook ~ 84 Squares
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 100 g. Price: $2.40 Product type: Pen Note
Here's a cool and fun way of keeping you motivated to practice writing your kanji. This practice book features back to back grid pattern squares, to help make your characters written clean and even. The square grid pattern is the standard writing paper used for all students learning the language and has approximately 84 squares throughout the book to help you practice. Features the Sanrio Character Cinnamoroll inside of the covers to keep you motivated. A great supplemental study guide. Kawaii (cute)!


NET091 Basic Kanji Drill New -- 6th Grade
Number in stock: 10 Weight: 100 g. Price: $3.25 Product type: Japanese Study Book
For students of Japanese who want another way to increase their kanji skills, or for those who just want a good way to practice, here is a kanji workbook to get you up to speed starting from the Japanese fourth grade school level. This workbook takes you through step-by-step exercises that give you writing practice for the basic kanji characters learned by lower level Japanese elementary school students, with basic-use words that are probably familiar to second or third level Japanese language learners who can already read Hiragana. Includes writing exercises and quizzes with an answer key. 64 pages.


ZA517 Japonica Kanji Practice Notebook (84 squares)
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 100 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Stationery
Another handy item for learning Japanese, this is a kanji practice notebook with medium sized squares (84 to a page), including dotted lines that divide each square into quadrants so you can more easily learn to write well-balanced kanji or hiragana/katakana. This great product is recommended by all of us -- we didn't have cool notebooks like this to study with when we were learning Japanese, but you can! Since the best way to learn Japanese is to write characters again and again, this notebook will really help you!


KANJICARD1 Kanji Practice Flashcards vol.1 version 2 - Level 4 & 3
This item is in stock in San Diego. Weight: 600 g. Price: $24.00 Product type: Set of kanji & kana study cards
A great new tool for anyone aspiring to study Japanese, this is a totally revised and updated set of high-quality laminated study cards that feature all the kanji you need to master for the Japanese Proficiency Test, levels 3 & 4, the first two levels that students of Japanese should attempt. A meticulously researched set of die-cut cards, you get 103 introductory and 181 intermediate cards. The double-sided flashcards each feature 6 kanji compound words for more than 1700 vocabulary words, all readings for each kanji, and a writing guide to allow to you learn to write each kanji in the correct stroke order. The cards are printed on 12 point Caroline card stock with rounded corners for increased durability, and cards for the different study levels are color coded -- dark green for level 4, dark blue for level 3. Importantly, all Japanese words are written in hiragana and katakana, without any romanized Japanese words -- the recommended way to master reading Japanese. The cards also come with a high-quality reference card for hiragana and katakana and an index. Comes with high-quality two-part box with plastic tray, that allows you to separate the sets of cards. This new set has been updated, with improved card designs and a thicker, baked-on UV finish for longer life, the addition of radicals on kanji cards, and other improvements. This is the third revised edition, by White Rabbit.


TUTTLE012 Survival Japanese ~ How To Communicate Without Fuss Or Fear - Instantly!
Backordered, will be printed again soon Weight: 170 g. Price: $6.95 Product type: Japan-related book
This handy book provides all the vocabulary and phrases you need for your first day in Japan. Revised and updated with Japanese syllabaric script and standard romanji transcription, this edition contains a unique phonetic system that will encourage you to try communicating on your own after just a few lessons. This book is a must have for all your expedtions to Japan! Publshed by Tuttle. For your convenience, this book is stocked in San Diego.


DS3516 Kanji DS Dictionary
Number in stock: 3 Weight: 200 g. Price: $68.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS Dictionary
Here's a fascinating way to use your Nintendo DS to learn Japanese more effectively: the Kanji Sonomama Dictionary, which turns any Nintendo DS into a very useful tool for learning Japanese. There are four dictionaries -- English-Japanese, Japanese-English, Kokugo (Japanese-Japanese, the best way to learn) and Kanji, with 240,000 entries at your fingertips. While you can input words with the optional on-screen keyboard, the best way to enter words is using the stylus, which can accurately read the kana, kanji and English letters you enter for speedy lookup. Input is done on the lower screen, while results appear on the top screen -- it's beautiful! There are many other features, too, such as pronunciation of English words, a "Jump" feature for looking up English words, several quiz functions, the ability to save words for later study, and more. About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (the original DS, DS Lite and the new DSi) from around the world. Note that the software itself and game manual are in Japanese. We recommend that you use this program with other study tools to learn the correct pronunciations for Japanese. Recommended for students with one year of previous study at least.


TAM085 Super Micro English / Japanese Dictionary Strap
Number in stock: 7 Weight: 50 g. Price: $3.00 Product type: Japanese Study
Here's a strap that may prove useful to you on your travels to Japan. It features a fully functional English to Japanese dictionary that is written with a full Japanese kanji as the definition, perfect to point to when you need to get your point across quickly. It's a petite dictionary, measuring 4x5 cm (1.6 x 2 inches) and easily fits in to your pocket.


JPNCH001 My Japanese Coach for the Nintendo DS
This item is in stock in San Diego. Weight: 300 g. Price: $38.00 Product type: Japanese Study Guide for Nintendo DS
Carry a tutor in your pocket with My Japanese Coach My Japanese Coach is an installment in the My Coach series from UbiSoft series that teaches the basic pronunciations unique to the Japanese language. This convenient and easy-to-use tutor allows users to compare their pronunciation to that of native speakers via the Nintendo DS's microphone. It also lets you use the DS stylus to practice writing Japanese Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji characters. My Japanese Coach takes you on a virtual tour of Japan while you're learning the language. Lesson plans take place in a wide array of Japanese locations, from the densest of population centers like Tokyo, to the idyllic Japanese country side. You actually get to explore Japan while you learn new vocabulary as you open each point of interest. Learn From a Master Meet Haruka, the in-game digital sensei, or teacher, that exists solely for the purpose of teaching you Japanese. After giving you a small placement-style test, Haruka will get you started working through the various stages of your lessons. Gaining mastery points by playing the various learning games allow you to clear each level. Once you master all the words given in a specific level, you move on to the next level. As you work your way through over a 1,000 lessons, your language skills are constantly tested and sharpened by various mini games. My Japanese Coach includes 12 types of mini games, ranging from Flash Cards, in which you hear a word and have seconds to choose the correct English translation, to Bridge Builder, where you are required to string words together in the correct order to create a complete sentence. And with mini-games that add a clever twist to classic favorites--like Memory that forces you to match the same words in two different languages--you will be sure to have fun while you learn. My Japanese Coach also features a built-in dictionary and phrase book that includes over 12,000 words and hundreds of useful everyday phrases. Comic AG can also be purchased in sets of five issues via our handy AGSET product or as a revolving subscription. Buy 4 or more manga comics and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


DS7629 Shugo Chara! DS
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 200 g. Price: $64.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS
If you love Shugo Chara, the popular magical girl anime that's also known by the title My Guardian Characters. Created by the famous artist and writer duo Peach-Pit, it tells the story of Amu Hinamori, a girl who receives three brightly-colored eggs which contain magical creatures to protect her. The game is loaded with fun levels and activities for you to play with -- enjoy it on any Nintendo DS in the world! About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (the original DS, DS Lite and the new DSi) from around the world. Note that the software itself and game manual are in Japanese. We recommend that you use this program with other study tools to learn the correct pronunciations for Japanese. Recommended for students with three years of previous study at least.


STT100 PILOT HI-TEC-C Gel Ink Pen 0.4 mm Black
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 80 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Pen
Japanese pens are the best in the world, made of extremely high quality, with well made, extremely fine parts. This pen produced by Pilot is from the Hi-Tec C series which features a super fine ballpoint tip and specially formulated ink that won't bleed after it dries. Extremely easy to use. Has a clothesline-like clip so you can clip it to anything. This is a black ink version with a 0.4 mm point. EW Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


WH001 Kanji Wall Poster
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 600 g. Price: $28.50 Product type: Kanji Poster
Presenting the White Rabbit Press Kanji Wall Poster, featuring all the kanji you need to know in one comprehensive and color-coordinated poster. The complete kanji poster includes: All the joyo kanji Every kanji you need to know for all four levels of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) All the characters' on and kun readings Plus, each character is numbered to coordinate with White Rabbit Press Kanji flashcards. The characters are conveniently color-coordinated by level so you can even use it to review for the JLPT. The White Rabbit Press Kanji Poster includes the 1926 kanji included on the JLPT's list, plus the remaining 19 joyo kanji not included on the JLPT, for a grand total of all 1945 kanji designated as official general use characters (joyo kanji) by the Japanese government. Dimensions: A0 ("A Zero") size in landscape format (84 x 119 cm / 33 x 47 in) and is shipped from Japan rolled in a tube. Great for any serious study of kanji!


DS6296 DS Japanese Literature 100 Works
Number in stock: 3 Weight: 200 g. Price: $42.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS
Here's a great new way to study Japanese with your Nintendo DS, with this cartridge that contains more than 100 famous works of literature! From Souseki Natsume (the guy on the 1000 yen note) to "No Longer Human" author Osamu Dazai to Ryunosuke Akutagawa (author of Rashomon and others) and Kenji Miyazawa (who dreamed up the Galaxy Express train that travels between the stars), this is a great way to access some of the best novels, poems and short stories for studying or reading pleasure. About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (the original DS, DS Lite and the new DSi) from around the world. Note that the software itself and game manual are in Japanese. We recommend that you use this program with other study tools to learn the correct pronunciations for Japanese. Recommended for students with one year of previous study at least.


ASA052 Basic Kanji Drill New -- 2nd Grade
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 100 g. Price: $3.25 Product type: Japanese Study
For students of Japanese who want another way to increase their kanji skills, or for those who just want a good way to practice, here is a kanji workbook to get you up to speed starting from the Japanese second grade school level. This workbook takes you through step-by-step exercises that give you writing practice for the basic kanji characters learned by lower level Japanese elementary school students, with basic-use words that are probably familiar to second or third level Japanese language learners who can already read Hiragana. Includes writing exercises and quizzes with an answer key. 64 pages.


ASA051 Basic Kanji Drill New -- 1st Grade
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 100 g. Price: $3.25 Product type: Japanese Study
For students of Japanese who want another way to increase their kanji skills, or for those who just want a good way to practice, here is a kanji workbook to get you up to speed starting from the Japanese first grade school level. This workbook takes you through step-by-step exercises that give you writing practice for the basic kanji characters learned by lower level Japanese elementary school students, with basic-use words that are probably familiar to second or third level Japanese language learners who can already read Hiragana. Includes writing exercises and quizzes with an answer key. 64 pages.


STU117 The 2009 Japanese Language Proficiency Test Level 1 and 2 Questions and Correct Answers
This item can be ordered. Weight: 400 g. Price: $24.50 Product type: Japanese Study Book
Every December across the world Japanese language students take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), the primary test for the language. Because this happens only once a year preparation is essential, and good practice guides are still difficult to find. This is the best way to test yourself for this year's test and see if you're ready: the actual test from 2008, which includes all sections (grammar, kanji) plus the listening component on CD. This book contains the complete tests for level 2 & 1, for intermediate and advanced students. Level 1 is required to be passed for admission into a Japanese university.


NET090 Basic Kanji Drill New -- 5th Grade
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 100 g. Price: $3.25 Product type: Japanese Study Book
For students of Japanese who want another way to increase their kanji skills, or for those who just want a good way to practice, here is a kanji workbook to get you up to speed starting from the Japanese fourth grade school level. This workbook takes you through step-by-step exercises that give you writing practice for the basic kanji characters learned by lower level Japanese elementary school students, with basic-use words that are probably familiar to second or third level Japanese language learners who can already read Hiragana. Includes writing exercises and quizzes with an answer key. 64 pages.


PSP1567 Ikki Tousen ~ Eloquent Fist (PSP the Best)
Number in stock: 3 Weight: 200 g. Price: $42.00 Product type: PSP Anime Game
An amazing anime game for the Sony PSP, this is a 3D side-scrolling fighting game featuring all the hot and juicy characters from the Ikki Tousen (aka Dragon Destiny) universe. Play your favorite female fighter and do battle with your opponents. Features a unique "Costume Destruction System" whereby defeating your opponent will cause her clothing to fly off -- love it! About this software product: This is a standard Sony PSP UDM game made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with PSP hardware (all versions) from around the world. Note that the software itself and game manual are in Japanese, so it may be a challenge for some to figure out all aspects of the game at first.


PAB899 Kyokara Tsukureru Kawaii Oekaki Obento
Number in stock: 3 Weight: 300 g. Price: $10.00 Product type: Study/Culture Bilingual Book
J-List being one of the biggest Bento box & accessories retailer on the Internet, we often get questions about how to prepare cute Japanese-like bento. This picture illustrated book has the answers to your questions, when it comes to cute character shaped rice balls or even more crazy arrangements. You'll find lots of example detailed with pictures, using some of the accessories we have in stock at J-List too! Bento enthusiasts, this is definitely a item to get to improve your bento technique!


PB803 Culture in Japan -- Living Japanese Through Comics
Number in stock: 5 Weight: 300 g. Price: $19.00 Product type: Study Item
Often we are asked by customers what is the best way to study Japanese and often our answer is, to find something that you enjoy about the Japanese language and culture and use that to help facilitate your studies. Whether movies, J-pop, or comics, you'll find yourself with boundless energy to study when you eagerly want to know what people are talking about. This book by Ask Digital Japan is an excellent series for both the beginner and seasoned veteran to quickly learn the Japanese language in no time. Focusing on the lush comic culture that Japan is known for, this paperback supplement gives you a four image comic and goes into great detail about the meaning of each word and the translation of the dialog in plain English. Definitely catering to foreigners and beginners, the comic strips are written in romaji (Roman Alphabet), Hiragana, and Kanji (with furigana pronouncation included), and meanings of key vocabulary words to help anyone develop the Japanese language. Although it is recommended that a student have at least a semester of study (to read the hiragana and basic Kanji), with dedicated effort and practice, beginners will be able to speak in simple phrases in no time. This edition focuses on the cultural aspects of Japan that one will experience throughout the well defined four seasons, which include New Years Day celebration, summer fireworks festivals, Sakura viewing and more. With countless tidbits that you'll learn in each comic strip, you'll be sure to chuckle at the whimsical antics at the characters that everyone will enjoy. Dennis Recommends!


PB804 Life in Japan -- Living Japanese Through Comics
Number in stock: 6 Weight: 300 g. Price: $19.00 Product type: Study Item
Often we are asked by customers what is the best way to study Japanese and often our answer is, to find something that you enjoy about the Japanese language and culture and use that to help facilitate your studies. Whether movies, J-pop, or comics, you'll find yourself with boundless energy to study when you eagerly want to know what people are talking about. This book by Ask Digital Japan is an excellent series for both the beginner and seasoned veteran to quickly learn the Japanese language in no time. Focusing on the lush comic culture that Japan is known for, this paperback supplement gives you a four image comic and goes into great detail about the meaning of each word and the translation of the dialog in plain English. Definitely catering to foreigners and beginners, the comic strips are written in romaji (Roman Alphabet), hiragana, and Kanji (with furigana pronouncation included), and meanings of key vocabulary words to help anyone develop the Japanese language. Although it is recommended that a student have at least a semester of study (to read the hiragana and basic Kanji), with dedicated effort and practice, beginners will be able to speak in simple phrases in no time. This edition focuses on the living aspects of Japan that you'll come to experience which aspects about the society, fun things to do in Japan, Japanese food, bar hopping, riding in the trains and more. With countless tidbits that you'll learn in each comic strip, you'll be sure to chuckle at the whimsical antics at the characters that everyone will enjoy. Dennis Recommends!


PHS233 Illustrated Dictionary of Japanese Onomatopoetic Expressions ~ Nihongo Gitaigo Jiten
Number in stock: 3 Weight: 250 g. Price: $10.00 Product type: Study Book
What's the meaning of the difference between Kuru Kuru and Guru Guru? What about Pera Pera and Hera Hera? As odd as they sound, these are expressions in the Japanese language that quickly get to the point of what one wants to express, in a simple and direct manner known as Onomatopoetic Expressions. This dictionary comes to you in a pocket sized book that is completely written in Romaji (Roman Letters) and translated in English with Japanese text written below. The book is organized in alpha numeric order according to the sound of the expression, which ranges from expressing something that runs smoothly Sui Sui, to someone who is excited and happy Uki Uki. After reading this book, you'll come to realize the even the terms almost mimic the sounds they are trying to describe such as Kotsu Kotsu (the sound of shoes clacking on the pavement), or Gabu Gabu (the sound of guzzling) which makes the terms much easier to remember. Best of all, each term has an illustration that not only helps you remember the expression, but keeps you entertained for hours on end. A highly valuable tool in helping you learn the Japanese language that aren't often taught in detail in text books.


PB917 Getting Along with the Japanese
Number in stock: 7 Weight: 250 g. Price: $20.00 Product type: Study Book
Sometimes living in another country can be quite confusing, trying to understand why people react one way when they really mean another. Japan is particularly challenging because of all the slight niuances of meanings behind gestures or responses that Westerners are often unable to pick up immediately. This handy book, is an excellent guide for foreigners or the "foreigner to be" when living in a country as rich in culture such as Japan. Written completely in English, this excellent cultural guide pits you directly in to confrontational situations with comical results, but teach a great lesson about the Japanese culture in great depth. From learning about the "inside" and "outside" groups that are so prevalent in the Japanese culture, sempai/kohai relationships, Japanese gestures, the importance of being humble, and many other important facets of the Japanese culture. If you have a Japanese friend, or are currently living in Japan, after reading this book you'll find that a lightbulb has turned on, providing you with more information that you never new before! A quick read with plenty of useful information.


PHS299 Directory of 800 Train Station Bento ~ Shun no Ekiben Meikan 800
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 700 g. Price: $22.50 Product type: Japanese Study Book
Part of the travelling experience is about tasting the wonderful delicacies that are not available to you in your home countries. In this very special photobook, Shizuko Shiori takes you through an enduring look of 800 specialty bentos that span from the tip of Hokkaido, down to the tropical climate of Okinawa. Split up into seasons, you see the vast collection of bentos in full color that look so good that you can practically smell the food direct from the pages of this photobook. In addition to the numerous photos, you'll also see maps, websites, and addresses of the locations where these specialty items can by sampled by your own taste buds. The names of the bento are written in full Kanji with furigana pronunciations so basic students of Japanese can refer to this book. Hiroshima's Shimojikaki Meshi (consisting of oysters, carrots shaped into autumn leaves, and comes in a paddle shaped box), Hokkaido's Summer Mashiyu Butadon (with slices of grilled pork resting on a bed of rice), and even Gunma's own Daruma Bento of Takasaki (which comes in a round Dharma shaped lunch box) is featured in this photobook! Perfect for the travel and bento enthusiast for you.


DS0031 AIUEO Study with Anpanman
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 200 g. Price: $60.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS Study Game
Anpan-man is the super hero beloved by virtually all children in Japan. His head is made of anpan or bread with sweet beans inside, and he and his friends Curry Bread Man, Sliced Bread Man and Melon Panna fight the evil Baikin-man (Bacteria Man). This is a fun Nintendo DS game that helps teach reading and writing of hiragana and katakana through games, card puzzles, and more. You also learn to write correctly using the proper stroke order and the stylus. Learning Japanese was never more fun! About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (the original DS, DS Lite and the new DSi) from around the world. Note that the game itself and game manual are in Japanese. We recommend that you use this program with other study tools to learn the correct pronunciations for Japanese.


DS6449 Beautiful Kanji Training
This item can be ordered. Weight: 200 g. Price: $58.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS
Another amazing concept for Nintendo DS, this is a new game that teaches you to write beautiful kanji characters in Japanese. To use it, put the cartridge in your Nintendo DS and boot the game, and turn your DS on its side like a book. There are four choices at the main menu: Writing Check (which tests your ability to write characters with the proper stroke order, with several options); Daily Beautiful Kanji Training, regular practice for writing more beautifully; Everyone Beautiful Kanji, a party game for 2-6 players in which a group of people can compete to write, with options for limiting the character level to third grade or sixth grade; and Beautiful Kanji Dictionary, which lets you write your own characters and get advice on how to make them more beautiful or teach you how kanji characters came to mean what they mean. The game is special because it acts just like a Japanese teacher, patiently correcting the characters you get wrong, fixing stroke order or circling in read points you need to notice. A really amazing tool for students of Japanese! About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (the original DS, DS Lite and the new DSi) from around the world. Note that the software itself and game manual are in Japanese. We recommend that you use this program with other study tools to learn the correct pronunciations for Japanese. Recommended for students with three years of previous study at least.


ZA561 Zebra "Check Set" ~ Best for Memory Retention
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 100 g. Price: $7.25 Product type: Study Aid
There's a reason why the Japanese consistently students are able to score among the world's best students: they have excellent study techniques here, and are good at rote memorization. Here's a super item for all students who want to give themselves an advantage: a "Check Set" that helps you memorize any information, be it English, Japanese, history or what have you. To use the study kit, take the included green pen and highlight the important words in your study material, either in your text or written in your notebook. After you highlight the information you need to memorize, place the included red "check sheet" over your material, which causes the green section to become invisible, allowing you to test your knowledge Move the red sheet to check the correct answers. The green pen is completely erasable with the included eraser pen -- when you've learned the material, you can remove the green marks completely, like magic. Both the green highlight pen and the "eraser" pen have two tips, one for writing fat lines and the other for writing thin ones. This study system is really outstanding and we've sold thousands of these -- you can learn anything effectively!


PAB419 Japanese Food ~ The Original "Point And Speak" Phrasebook 9
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 300 g. Price: $32.00 Product type: Study Book
Ever been to a foreign country, impatient to have a bite at traditional food but being unable to make yourself understand and get what you desired? Japanese food enthusiast, this bilingual guide is the only FOOD guide you want to bring with you for your next trip to Japan. Featuring tons of dishes, with pictures, this book will help you order or recognize anything you want to eat in Japan. Just point the dish with your finger to the waitress who'll be able to read the Japanese while you'll have the English translation. Also perfect for Japanese language students, this is an item highly recommended by all J-List's staff. 128 pages.


PB554 A Bilingual Handbook on Japanese Culture ~ Nihonbunka wo Eigo de Shoukaisuru Jiten
Number in stock: 5 Weight: 400 g. Price: $28.50 Product type: Study Item
This third edition of the popular Bilingual Handbook is a fascinating resource of all things Japanese. With passages in both Japanese and English on the same page, it is not only an excellent study guide on Japanese culture and society but a study tool for the Japanese language as well. Heavily illustrated, this book with fascinate and delight everyone who has an interest in Japanese culture from the beginner to the more studied. There are passages on many topics such as the Japanese spirit, language, art and culture, sports. Housing, entertainment, clothing, geography, religion, politics and much much more. Keywords are bolded in both the English and Japanese versions for study purposes. A large amount of information on Japan right at your fingertips. Softcover perfectbound, 360 pages, 5" x 7.25" (13 x 18.2 cm).


PB965 A Practical Guide To Mimetic Expressions Through Pictures ~ E De Wakaru Giongo Gitaigo
Number in stock: 5 Weight: 300 g. Price: $22.00 Product type: Small Photobook (What is this?)
One of the most difficult things to master in Japanese are mimetic expressions, e.g. onomatopoeia, words that mimick voices, sounds or states, for example "iraira" (a feeling of irritation), "buubuu" (the sound of griping or complaining), or "girigiri" (very close, with little time/space to spare). If one can master these expressions, one's ability to express oneself in the language increases greatly and will sound more natural. This book features these expressions, divided by theme with illustrations and exercises to improve understanding. Each chapter presents a number of related phrases with examples of their useage as well as an illustration. A short quiz follows to test your understanding. The end of the book has a 6 page test to see how well you understand what you have learned, and an index in the back is excellent for reference. This 136 page book is a highly recommended textbook for those looking to improve their word power in Japanese. 5" x 7", by Akutsu Satoru, a writer for Nihongo Journal. Recommeded Level: Intermediate or those looking to tale Level 2 of the JLPT, not recommended for beginners as there is no romaji and requires the ability to read katakana, hiragana, and JLPT Level 2 kanji.

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