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80 simple Kanji, each with the correct stroke order, English meaning, compound
words and example sentences. Perfect for the student being exposed to kanji for
the first time, and can be used as a handy reference in the early stages of learning
Kanji.
$14.95
$7.95
80 Kanji
Alfonso Japanese
The Alfonso books follow an audio-lingual approach: that is, a teaching method
that aims to make students comfortable with spoken Japanese well before
introducing written Japanese when teaching them from a young age. A leader in its
time!
Alfonso Japanese Book 4
This book is designed for the student who has already learnt Japanese kana. The
book is divided into different grammatical points, and features practise sentences,
$29.95
reading passages (with translations) and lists of new words.
$22.00
Alfonso Japanese: Supplementary Materials Book 3
Companion to Alfonso Japanese Book 3. Contains an English- Japanese glossary
and more simple kanji with space for practising, with the correct stroke order.
$12.95
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$42.95
$30.00
Alfonso Japanese: Supplementary Materials Book 4
Companion to Alfonso Japanese Book 4. Has an English- Japanese and Japanese
English glossary, and introduces more simple kanji, still with space for practicing
the correct stroke order.
Basic Kanji Book Volume 1 - recommended
Introduces 500 basic kanji, which are designed to be studied by the individual.
Each kanji has special attention placed on the complicatedness of its design and
its use in Japanese language. Includes practice space and reading
comprehension. By introducing kanji as it is used in daily life, the student should
find them easier to understand.
Basic Kanji Book Volume 2 - recommended
Follows on from Basic Kanji Book 1. By the time the students have memorized
these next 500 kanji, they should be able to tackle most newspaper articles. There
is room to practice each kanji, compounds, and exercises to consolidate what you
have learnt.
Business Japanese IIII a second guide to improved communication
Divided into lessons based on different business situations. Includes example
dialogues, useful phrases and cultural information pertaining to the business
situation.
Japanese for Busy People II (Book plus 6 cass set)
A new, unique approach to effective daily communication in Japanese. Continues
on from the first book at a high intermediate level, so both kana are used while
kanji continues to be introduced. The aim of this book is to expose the student to
vocabulary and grammar that appears in everyday situations without wasting time
on impractical language. Each lesson has clear objectives, with new vocabulary
and grammar, practice exercises and quizzes. This textbook is accompanied by
six 6060-minute cassette tapes which contain recordings of the dialogues and
exercises, so the learner can model their pronunciation accurately. Exceptional
value!
Japanese for CommunicationCommunication Stage 1 Audio Cassettes
Set of 5 audio cassettes to go with Level 1
Japanese for Communication- Workbook 1
A companion to the audiocassettes. Contains puzzles to complete on listening to
the problems on the tape, based on the Stage 1 book- for example multiple-choice
questions, rephrasing sentences heard on the tape, and simple interpretation
exercises.
$250.00 $201.60
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Japanese for Communication - Stage 2
Following the topic of differences between Australian and Japanese culture, it
takes the student through different conversation functions, including describing
and discussing what’s happening, asking when who and how, rules and
permission, and explaining reasons. As in the previous book, each lesson
introduces new kanji, vocabulary and grammar, and has written practice
activities.
Japanese for Communication- Workbook 2
Based around themes and grammar from the main book, this workbook contains
exercises to be completed upon listening to the Stage 2 cassette.
Japanese for Communication- Stage 3
Gives the student some more sophisticated situations in which to converse, like
applying for scholarships and business language. Each lesson has a set of
dialogues, new vocabulary and kanji, activities to test yourself with, and grammar
notes. Clearly defined objectives help the student keep their progress in check.
Japanese for Communication- Workbook 3
Contains a series of exercises to be completed while listening to the
audiocassettes. Increase your ease at understanding spoken Japanese by
listening to authentic Japanese conversation.
Japanese for the Travel Industry
This book is designed for quick and easy use by people in the travel industry who
are regularly involved with Japanese visitors. While the first portion of the book
works on pronunciation and structure, the second portion is divided into sections
that give language that is specific to the needs of various segments of the travel
and hospitality industry.
Japanese for Young Kana Workbook
This Workbook is for young students who want to learn the two native
phonetic scripts, hiragana and katakana. Its unique and proven approach,
, teaches the pronunciation and configuration of the kana characters in
tandem. With numerous illustrations, a combination of traditional reading
and writing drills, and an entertaining selection of crossword puzzles and
word searches, Japanese for Young People I: Kana Workbook is the
perfect guide for young learners encountering Japanese for the first time. $39,95
Japanese: the Written Language Part 1 Vol.1 Katakana
$29.95
This book introduces katakana symbols together with countless examples of their
occurrence in context. It enables learners to read and write simple texts This
initial volume of Part 1 is a comprehensive treatment of katakana reading and
writing, covering its many types of occurrences in contemporary Japan. (includes
Transparent Paper Pad for writing practice) PLUS
Japanese: the Written Language Workbook Part 1 Vol.1
The workbook accompanying the textbook. It contains exercises in reading and
writing katakana that are closely coordinated with the textbook The emphasis is
on practicality
$88.00 (3
books)
$70.00
Japanese Word Book (Book plus cassette pack)
310 Basic Japanese words and phrases, written in kana and kanji and shown in
visual form. Could used as a teaching aid, to help make the most important basic
words more understandable through the use of pictures, or, at this special price,
simply a colouring book for a child who is studying alone. There is a glossary at
the back, and a cassette tape with pronunciations.
Also available:
$39.95
$29.95
Japanese Word Book (Book plus CDROM plus cassette pack)
As above but with CDROM. CDROM offers over 300 beautiful colour illustrations
reflecting Japanese life and culture. The 300 words offer students of all ages a
great beginning to learning Japanese – each word is shown in kanji, katakana, and
romaji and can be clicked to show English. The Tic-Tac-Toe and Concentration
games motivate the students and take the tedium out of repetitious study. PC or
Mac. Cannot be certain that software will work on XP but runs on Windows 3.1 and
$119.95
Windows 95
$89.95
Kanji 1 2 3
Is a superb complement to The Kanji ABC, the author’s earlier book. Kanji 1 2 3
again utilizes the 214 basic strokes or “radicals,” in conjunction with previous
kanji characters, to construct and explain important ideographs Like those of the
Kanji ABC, these 204 ideographs have been determined by Japan’s Ministry of
Education to be necessary in reading Japanese.
$29.95
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$31.95
$22.00
300 Kanji, based on the Kanji appearing in the Nagayuma Readers. This is a useful
reference book, containing the simplest 300 Kanji, and includes hiragana and
katakana. Each entry features correct stroke order, compound words, alternative
forms, English glosses, and printed and written comparisons. Kanji can be located
$69.95
by pronunciation or by radical in two indexes at the back of the book.
$55.00
The Kanji A B C
The Kanji ABC explains and illustrates the origins and uses of 338 kanji. Designed
for self-study, the author uses a visual approach to this subject, sketching the
objects and characters from which the written characters are derived.
Kanji Book
Kanji connections
Hints on how to differentiate 400 easily confused characters
Every student of Japanese language encounters the problem of similar-looking
kanji Just one small stroke produces a completely different meaning, often with
embarrassing results. And as you learn increasing numbers of kanji, it can
become more and more difficult to remember them correctly without some form of
memory aid. If this sounds familiar, this book is for YOU!
$42.95
$31.00
Let’s Learn JapaneseJapanese Basic Conversation Skills II
Lessons 14 to 26 of a series of 52 lessons. Based on a short conversation course
broadcast over the radio, the emphasis is on practical conversation. Each lesson
contains a transcript of a conversation for which vocabulary lists, practise drills,
and explanatory notes are provided. Conversations include in the coffee shop and
visiting friends, which gets the student used to honorific. PLUS
Let’s Learn Japanese- Basic Conversation Skills II 3 Cassette Tapes
(60/60/75 min)
These tapes contain the conversation course around which the Let’s Learn
Japanese textbook is based. Emphasis is on practical conversation and
pronunciation, making these tapes ideal for beginners who want to use their
Japanese in real life situations
$150.00 $120.00
Let’s Learn Japanese- Basic Conversation Skills III
Structured in the same way as the previous Basic Conversation book, it takes the
student through even more practical situations including booking a hotel and
talking on the telephone, which introduces more language that is encountered in
business situations. There are reviews to make sure you are up to speed. PLUS
Let’s Learn Japanese- Basic Conversation Skills III 3 Cassette Tapes
To be used alongside the Let’s Learn Japanese textbook to improve aural skills
and pronunciation.
$150.00 $120.00
Let’s Learn Japanese- Basic Conversation Skills IV
The last series of conversations based on the radio conversation course. The
students are exposed to television programmes and finish off with a farewell
party, expanding the contact with more colloquial Japanese. Again, each
conversation has with it a vocabulary list, practice drills, and explanatory notes.
$40.00
$30.00
A series of lessons for beginners based around skits from the television series
Let’s Learn Japanese. There is a transcript of each skit, around which each lesson
is based. Each lesson contains a new expression to be memorised, a list of new
vocabulary, explanations on the usage of new words/ phrases, exercises, new
$55.95
hiragana for memorisation, and cultural notes.
$45.00
Let’s Learn Japanese- Basic I, Volume 2
Let’s Learn Japanese- Basic I, Volume 3
Structured exactly the same as the previous volume, this book continues to take
the student through the skits from the television series. Lessons in hiragana are
continued, and there are handy appendices of verb and adjective inflections. Both
volumes contain an index to the words and phrases to be memorised for the
student to refer back to.
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Nihongo Daisuki! Japanese for Children
Through Games and Songs A teacher’s manual complete with photo-ready
materials It contains activities and games which introduce basic elements of
spoken first-year Japanese, geared for upper-elementary grade students
Nihongo Hatsuon (Pronouncing Japanese)
Provides basic training for those who intend to learn Japanese as a foreign
language. Designed for beginners, but can be used by advanced learners for an
overall review of Japanese pronunciation. Detailed diagrams of the position of the
mouth when pronouncing Japanese sounds will add a whole new level to your
understanding of Japanese pronunciation.
Nihongo Introductory Japanese Volume 1 Textbook
Topics covered are Greetings/Courtesy Expressions, Numbers Money,Time, The
Calendar, Food and Drink, classes, Quality and CountersCoulours and Weather,
Locations, Directions, and Family and Friends. Each Unit in Nihongo is made up of
the following sections: Vocabulary, Structures, Activities, Guided
Conversations/Interview, Grammar Notes, Cultural, Notes. All
vocabulary/dialogues are presented in both hiragana and romaji. Very suitable for
adults.
Nihongo Introductory Japanese Volume 2 Textbook
Continues from Level 1.Topics covered are The Family, At Home, At School, At
Work, The Seasons, Health, At the post office, At the Restaurant, Emergency,
Climate and Geography, Travel, The future
Nihongo Introductory Japanese Volume 2 Teacher’s edition
Contains suggested activities and methods for introducing the vocabulary and
patterns found in each unit. It also contains copy-ready material called for many
activities
Nihongo - Japanese 100,
100 Stage 2
Thirty lessons which focus using grammatical structures in real situations. Each
lesson contains a grammar structure, a reading passage and a dialogue, a list of
new vocabulary and kanji, and exercises for the new grammar and kanji.
Slides of Tokyo
Twenty-four slides of some of the most influential cultural sites situated in Japan’s
capitol city, with a short background on each scene.
Talk Japanese
Japanese Gambatte:
This is a culture-based introduction to Japanese, featuring its own popular
cartoon character, Gamba the Monkey. Talk Japanese! encourages you to use
own initiative and become aware of language and culture through direct
experience of the culture embedded in the Japanese language. Each unit is
centered around a seasonal custom such as hanami or shoogatsu The book which
accompanies the 40-minute cassette tape
Is no longer available but an experienced language teacher should still be able to
get the best from the audio.
Tanoshiku Kikou 1 pack of Cassettes only
$120.00 $90.00
Tanoshiku Kikou 2 pack of Cassettes only
$120.00 $90.00
The Japanese Language: An Introduction
It is a book that offers a systematic overview of Japanese from the perspective of
the English-speaking learner. The book deals with pronunciation, the writing
system, vocabulary, grammar and discourse, and places the language in its
cultural and linguistic setting.
$29.95
$20.00
Tsunayoshi Tokugawa
The Dog Shogun
Find out about Japan's most eccentric shogun. This lesson explains the history
and circumstance of this unlikely heir to the shogunate of Japan.
23 photocopiable pages 10 Illustrations
Features:
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Resource lesson plans free up teacher time.
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They save precious time by utilising lessons already written.
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All necessary worksheets, teacher instructions, diagrams and readings
are provided.
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Helpful teaching hints are also provided.
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No specialist knowledge of Japanese language is necessary to present the
material in the programs.
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The materials are divided into reliable tested lessons. The lessons are easy
to prepare.
$29.95
$19.95
Written Japanese:
Japanese An Intro. A practical guide for beginning students for
Japanese
An interesting approach to all three systems: katakana, hiragana and kanji. Learn
to recognize, read aloud, and write katakana, hiragana. Acquire a basic
knowledge of the structure and mechanics of kanji (ie distinguishing one kanji
character from another, stroke order) which is essential for using dictionaries and
indexes, and for recognizing and remembering kanji. This textbook covers the
most common words in an enjoyable and humorous way.
$54.00
$40.00
JAPANESE CULTURAL SPECIALS
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$27.95
$20.00
A guide to the beautiful forrest- mountain region to the northeast of Tokyo. It
includes historical information, the best tourist attractions, information about flora
and fauna, seasonal attractions, accommodation and travel information, as well as
$29.05
a guide to useful Japanese characters. In English.
$20.00
Beauty in Disarray
A biographical novel based on Noe Ito, a controversial figure of the feminist
movement of Japan’s Taisho era (1912–26).
Exploring Kiryu Ashio and Nikko
Japan for the ImpoverishedImpoverished- a travel guide
Breaking the myths about spending money in Japan, this book is a guide to saving
money on accommodation, travel and food in Japan. Includes sightseeing
information, train and bus time tables and maps.
Japanese
Japanese Women’s Language
This is an intriguing study that seeks to deepen the understanding of the
$35.00
$22.00
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connection between women’s use of language (like choice of pronouns or
politeness register) and social position of women in Japanese society.
The New
New Poetry of Japan
An anthology of five Japanese poets who shaped a “new Japanese poetry”
throughout the seventies and eighties.
$35.78
$25.00
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