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SAVE WITH DIGITAL! Don't need a physical book? This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle. 126 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback Note: this is a physical paperback that will be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.   Finally, a fun and easy way to learn REAL conversational Japanese! (And get FREE MP3s of all the dialogues too!)   Learn Japanese vocabulary in context, improve your listening comprehension, and learn how to talk to others in Japanese.   This was written for beginners of Japanese, but if you haven't yet learned hiragana, please see our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha here.   We are including, at no extra charge, MP3s for the seven dialogues found in this book. Create play-lists to study on the go or burn the sound files to a CD to listen at home. The download link will be emailed to you immediately after ordering. The MP3s are all recorded by native voice actors and actresses.   The dialogues found in this book are all about context and how Japanese is actually used with friends casually and when peppered with politeness among new acquaintances.    Please use the sound files (included in this download). We hope this book by itself will be helpful, but the sound files--in our opinion--give it most of its value. ContentsDialogue One: Asking Someone Out on a DateDialogue Two: Let's Go to the MoviesDialogue Three: Rejected! (At a Party)Dialogue Four: Meeting Someone for a Date Dialogue Five: Conversation while a DateDialogue Six: Sharing Movie Interests Dialogue Seven: Saying Goodbye DOWNLOAD LINK    What are you waiting for? Ninja up your Japanese. Click “Add to Cart” now!   Please note: This is a physical paperback which will be shipped to you. You'll also receive a download link for the digital files immediately after ordering. Please check your spam folder if you don't see it.

SAVE WITH DIGITAL! Don't need a physical book? This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle. 133 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback Note: this is a physical paperback that will be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.   Finally, a fun and easy way to learn REAL conversational Japanese! (And get FREE sound files of all the dialogues too!)   Learn Japanese vocabulary in context, improve your listening comprehension, and learn how to talk to others in Japanese.   This was written for beginners of Japanese, but if you haven't yet learned hiragana, please see our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha here.   We are including, at no extra charge, MP3s for the eight dialogues found in this book. Create play-lists to study on the go or burn the sound files to a CD to listen at home. The download link will be emailed to you immediately after ordering. The MP3s are all recorded by native voice actors and actresses.   The dialogues found in this book are all about context and how Japanese is actually used with friends casually and when peppered with politeness among new acquaintances.    Please use the sound files (included in this download). We hope this book by itself will be helpful, but the sound files--in our opinion--give it most of its value. Contents Move your Hands instead of your Mouth 「口(くち)より手(て)を動(うご)かせ！」Killing two birds with one stone 「一石二鳥(いっせきにちょう)」Preaching to deaf ears 「馬(うま)の耳(みみ)に念仏(ねんぶつ)」 Better a neighbor nearby than a relative far away 「遠(とお)くの親戚(しんせき)より近(ちか)くの他人(たにん)」Full of Inconsistencies 「支離滅裂(しりめつれつ)」Best under the heavens 「天下一品(てんかいっぴん)」The Scenic Beauty 「風光明媚(ふうこうめいび)」Undoubtedly Genuinely Real 「正真正銘(しょうしんしょうめい)」   What are you waiting for? Ninja up your Japanese. Click “Add to Cart” now! Please note: This is a physical paperback which will be shipped to you. You'll also receive a download link for the digital files immediately after ordering. Please check your spam folder if you don't see it.

Note: This is the physical paperback version which will be shipped to your location. If you are looking for the digital only version, please click here for the bundle with this book in it. Digital products have no shipping charges! 113 pages | Paperback | Includes FREE MP3s and eBook formats Learn Japanese through Haiku: Masaoka Shiki Read real Japanese today with 25 masterfully selected haiku by 正岡子規 (Masaoka Shiki, 1867–1902)— the reformer who modernized haiku and championed shasei (“sketching from life”). This edition pairs clear bilingual guidance with carefully curated vocabulary and high-quality audio so you can read, listen, and truly understand. 25 Shiki haiku MP3 audio included PDF + ePub + Anki Bilingual commentary Beginner to intermediate Makoto+ Explorer coming soon What you will get A complete read + listen learning kit 25 classic haiku presented in Japanese with natural English renderings. Short, insightful commentary that explains grammar, word choice, kireji, and seasonal cues. Curated vocabulary lists with context so the words stick. Professional audio: a clear poem reading plus guided commentary for each selection. Digital bundle: printable PDF, ePub for e-readers, and an Anki deck for spaced review. QR codes inside for instant audio access; downloadable files included with your purchase. Coming soon: Makoto+ Japanese Explorer integration for inline furigana, audio, and fast lookups. Listen Sample audio from the book Below: a poem reading and a short commentary. Haiku reading: Your browser does not support the audio element. Commentary audio: Your browser does not support the audio element. Recorded in clear, standard Japanese—ideal for shadowing, rhythm, and pitch practice. Preview Read a page right here Tip: Use the toolbar to zoom and navigate. If the embed does not load, open the sample PDF. How to use it Read. Listen. Absorb. Review. Listen once without reading to catch flow and pitch. Read the Japanese with notes, then replay the audio and shadow the lines. Reinforce with the Anki deck and revisit a few poems during the week. Who it is for Haiku lovers and Japanese learners If you love Japanese culture and want steady gains in reading, vocabulary, and listening, this book is for you. Perfect for self-learners, classrooms, and anyone who prefers meaningful, bite-size practice that fits into a busy day. About Shiki The reformer of modern haiku Masaoka Shiki revitalized haiku and tanka for the modern era, urging poets to depict real life with clarity and fresh, concrete images (shasei). His innovative spirit and prolific output make him essential reading alongside Bashō, Buson, and Issa. Listen now Preview a page

Note: This is the physical paperback version which will be shipped to your location. If you are looking for the digital only version, please click here for the bundle with this book in it. Digital products have no shipping charges! 138 pages | Paperback | Includes FREE MP3s and eBook formats Learn Japanese through Haiku: Matsuo Bashō Read real Japanese today with 25 timeless haiku by 松尾芭蕉 (Matsuo Bashō, 1644–1694)—the most celebrated poet of the classical tradition. This edition pairs clear bilingual commentary, carefully curated vocabulary, and high-quality audio so you can read, listen, and truly understand. 25 Bashō haiku MP3 audio included PDF + ePub + Anki Bilingual commentary Beginner to intermediate Makoto+ Explorer coming soon What you will get A complete read + listen learning kit 25 classic haiku presented in Japanese with natural English renderings. Short, insightful commentary that explains grammar, word choice, kireji, and seasonal cues. Curated vocabulary lists with context so the words stick. Professional audio: a clear poem reading plus guided commentary for each selection. Digital bundle: printable PDF, ePub for e-readers, and an Anki deck for spaced review. QR codes inside for instant audio access; downloadable files included with your purchase. Coming soon: Makoto+ Japanese Explorer integration for inline furigana, audio, and fast lookups. Listen Sample audio from the book Below: the poem reading and a short commentary. Haiku reading: Your browser does not support the audio element. Commentary audio: Your browser does not support the audio element. Recorded in clear, standard Japanese—great for shadowing, rhythm, and pitch practice. Preview Read a page right here Tip: Use the toolbar to zoom and navigate. If the embed does not load, open the sample PDF. How to use it Read. Listen. Absorb. Review. Listen once without reading to catch flow and pitch. Read the Japanese with notes, then replay and shadow the lines. Reinforce with the Anki deck and revisit a few poems during the week. Who it is for Haiku lovers and Japanese learners If you love Japanese culture and want steady gains in reading, vocabulary, and listening, this book is for you. Perfect for self-learners, classrooms, and anyone who prefers meaningful, bite-size practice that fits into a busy day. About Bashō The master of the road Matsuo Bashō, famed for his travels and crystalline style, is commemorated across Japan with monuments to his verses. His poems distill quiet moments of nature into unforgettable images— ideal for learners seeking authentic, elegant Japanese. Listen now Preview a page

For Beginning to Intermediate Students of JapaneseVocabulary through Memes Volume 2 - 50 More MemesMemes. They are everywhere these days. A meme is most often an humorous image with text that is spread rapidly by internet users. We think funny memes can be a good way to learn vocabulary and Japanese sentence structure.The memes found in this collection were posted on our Instagram over the past few years and have been edited and expanded for this book.The sentences found in this collection may or may not be beginner level, but every word and grammar point is explained so even beginners can understand. Nearly all examples are very casual, and while mostly suitable for using around friends, it isn’t recommended for use with people you’ve just met.If you find a sentence you like, try memorizing it so you can plug and play other words to use the form in different contexts.The sentences are short and represent natural Japanese you may not find in regular Japanese textbooks.Who is this for?Any student of Japanese wanting to improve Japanese vocabulary and an understanding of casual Japanese sentence structure. What's included? 50 memes with funny sayings in Japanese Example sentences Literal and more natural translations so you can gain a better understanding of Japanese sentence structure. Every word defined and grammar explained Download sound files of every sentence read both slowly and at normal speed - No extra charge - Link found in the back of the book As with any of our books, you'll find the authors' email in the book. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We'll be happy to help, if we can.がんばってください！

For Beginning to Intermediate Students of JapaneseVocabulary through memesMemes. They are everywhere these days. A meme is most often an humorous image with text that is spread rapidly by internet users. We think funny memes can be a good way to learn vocabulary and Japanese sentence structure.The memes found in this collection were posted on our Instagram over the past few years and have been edited and expanded for this book.The sentences found in this collection may or may not be beginner level, but every word and grammar point is explained so even beginners can understand. Nearly all examples are very casual, and while mostly suitable for using around friends, it isn’t recommended for use with people you’ve just met.If you find a sentence you like, try memorizing it so you can plug and play other words to use the form in different contexts.The sentences are short and represent natural Japanese you may not find in regular Japanese textbooks.Who is this for?Any student of Japanese wanting to improve Japanese vocabulary and an understanding of casual Japanese sentence structure. What's included? 50 memes with funny sayings in Japanese Example sentences Literal and more natural translations so you can gain a better understanding of Japanese sentence structure. Every word defined and grammar explained Download sound files of every sentence read both slowly and at normal speed - No extra charge - Link found in the back of the book As with any of our books, you'll find the authors' email in the book. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us. We'll be happy to help, if we can.がんばってください！

🎌 10-BOOK MEGA BUNDLE 🎌 Master Japanese Vocabulary Bundle Idioms • Proverbs • Sound Words • Memes • 30-Day Challenge 🎯 BULK DISCOUNT ALERT - Save More! Buy 2 bundles → Get 5% off your entire order Buy 3 bundles → Get 10% off your entire order Buy 5+ bundles → Get 20% off your entire order No coupon needed — discount applies automatically at checkout! 📚 10 Complete eBooks Comprehensive coverage of Japanese vocabulary, idioms, proverbs, and more 🎧 1,000+ Audio Files Native speaker recordings for perfect pronunciation practice 🔄 Lifetime Updates Get all future additions and improvements at no extra cost ことわざ Kotowaza: Japanese Proverbs & Sayings Discover 50 timeless Japanese proverbs with native audio, example sentences, and detailed explanations. Learn the wisdom of Japan through its traditional sayings. 108-page PDF MP3 Audio Anki Deck ePub Format Your browser does not support the audio element. Sample: Japanese proverb ちりも積もれば山となる which means 'Even dust when piled up becomes a mountain' or 'if you keep at something, it will eventually become something significant. 101 Japanese Idioms - Volume 1 Master 101 of the most common and useful idiomatic expressions in Japanese. Each idiom comes with audio, example sentences, and clear explanations. 205-page PDF 300+ MP3s PDF & ePub Anki Flashcards Mobile Ready Your browser does not support the audio element. Sample: 猫のひたいほど tiny; the size of a cat's forehead 101 More Japanese Idioms - Volume 2 The sequel delivers another 101 commonly used idioms. Continue expanding your Japanese expression repertoire with this essential collection. 175-page PDF ePub & MP3s Flashcard Deck All Devices Your browser does not support the audio element. Sample: 猫舌 sensitive tongue NEW! 101 More Japanese Idioms - Volume 3 Even more idioms for your learning arsenal! 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Perfect bite-sized learning covering kanji, idioms, vocabulary, and grammar breakdowns. 122-page PDF 120 MP3s Daily Lessons ePub ミーム Learn Japanese Through Memes - Vol. 1 Memes + Japanese = Fun learning! Break down 50 funny and informative meme-based lessons. Learn vocabulary the entertaining way! 114-page PDF 50 Memes 50 MP3s Grammar Explained ミーム Learn Japanese Through Memes - Vol. 2 Even more memes and sentence breakdowns to keep the laughs and learning going strong. Modern Japanese as it's actually used online! 115-page PDF 50 More Memes 50 MP3s Complete Breakdowns NEW! 言葉を解く Unpacking Japanese Words Dive deep into the origins and nuances of 60 fascinating Japanese words. Understand not just what words mean, but why they mean what they do. 153-page PDF 122 MP3s Context Examples Annotated Essays Why This Bundle? 10 comprehensive eBooks covering all aspects of Japanese vocabulary 1,000+ MP3 audio files with native pronunciation FREE lifetime updates - new content added regularly! 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NEWLY UPDATED! We've added Anki flashcard decks with sound and pitch accents. Plus, Volume 1 and 2 have been revised. This 6-book self-paced learning Japanese study guide is ON SALE + FREE Lifetime updates! For a limited time, you will get this bundle for a very low price. We will increase its price when we add more content to it. But if you get this now, future content will be FREE FOREVER. Bulk Discount - Remember, buy more to save more. Add two bundles to your cart and get an automatic 5% off your entire digital order; Buy three, get 10% off; Buy five or more and get a whopping 20% off your entire digital order! No coupon is needed! ➡️ How to read the eBooks in your bundle? You may need to follow the steps outlined in our eBook guide P.S. All our bundles have: ✅ Multiple formats (PDF, ePub, MP3s, plus many have Anki flashcard decks)✅ One-time payment✅ Discounted compared to buying individually on Amazon✅ Free lifetime updates to this bundle✅ Instant download gratification✅ [Satisfaction Guaranteed] - Seriously, if you aren't happy with it because it's too easy or difficult, just let us know and we'll swap it with a bundle better suited for you or we'll refund your money. Would you like to read real Japanese while learning about Japanese history?  This series--currently 6 volumes--presents stories on Japanese history and culture. Like our Japanese fairy tale reader series, these eBooks break down every sentence with both vocabulary definitions and grammatical explanations. It also includes MP3s of each story read both slowly and at normal speed and Anki decks for all the stories in the bundle. Best of all, as we add more to this series, you will be able to get free updates. Buy now while the price is low! We do not recommend this bundle for true beginners. If you are just starting out, please consider our beginner's bundle here. Includes Volume 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6 Eighteen Stories included: (more will be added for no extra charge)* The Three Warlords Who Unified Japan* Sakamoto Ryoma, the Reformer * Miyamoto Musashi, Japan's Greatest Swordsman * All about Ninja* The Tragic Story of the 47 Ronin* Takeda Shingen, the Man who almost had it All* The Loyal Dog, Hachiko* Instant Ramen* Kurosawa of the World* Reiwa, a New Era* Tsuyu, Japan's Rainy Season* Japan's Giant Hornet* Ukiyo-e Part I About Ukiyo-e* Ukiyo-e Part II About the Artists* Ukiyo-e Part III Influence on Western Art* Tunnels in Japan* The Blue Tunnel* Seikan Tunnel Includes two MP3s per story. One read at normal speed and one slowly All Japanese have furigana starting with kanji. (in the Running Gloss section) Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with an explanation of the grammar. The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption. Kanji in Focus covers the key kanji found in each essay Finally, we have included a simple and mostly literal English translation for you to check your understanding (Don't cheat! Work through the Japanese first!).    Audio Sample: A short normal speed reading followed by a slightly slower version (both are included for every story in the bundle. iamclayb · Japanese History Audio Sample   While beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required. Recommended for Upper Beginners to Intermediates. (JLPT N4 or N3 levels) Learn about Japanese history and culture as you improve your vocabulary, reading, and listening comprehension.   Buy this bundle now and get ALL future volumes in this series FREE NOTE: Print Versions are Available! (Not included in this digital-only bundle) Click here for the print versions - Clay and Yumi's Paperbacks If you choose a digital version, you'll instantly get the download links in a minute after purchasing. The print versions also come with the digital files. You do not need to have a Dropbox account or pay anything further to access or download the files. You will be able to instantly download all files on a PC or Mac (computer or laptop) and/or access any individual file on any of your mobile devices. Learn more here. If you don't see the email after the order, please check your spam folder or email us for support. These books are available on Amazon.

This bundle includes FIVE full-length audiobooks. These are the audiobook versions of our Learn Japanese with Stories bundle found here. Eventually, this bundle will include all 10 books as audiobooks. Buy the bundle now and get future audiobooks free.   Sample of the line-by-line feature: iamclayb · Inch-high Samurai Line-by-line sample    Runtime: Audiobook 1: Hikoichi (4 stories): Runtime: 3:12:00 (three hours) Audiobook 2: Momotaro & Tortoise and the Hare: Runtime: 00:56:41 Audiobook 3: Inch-high Samurai & Kaguya-hime, the Moon Princess: Runtime: 1:42:45 Audiobook 4: The Mouse Bride & Ikkyuu-san: Runtime: 44:08 Audiobook 5: Shitakiri Suzume & Kobutori-jiisan: Runtime: 1:06:35 --- HOW IS THIS DIFFERENT FROM THE AUDIO IN OUR REGULAR EBOOK BUNDLE? This bundle covers the same material as our Learn Japanese with Stories eBook bundle. However, for this Audiobook Bundle, you don't need to refer to any paper material (although a PDF of the material is included). You can listen and learn anywhere and at any time. With our regular eBook bundle edition, the audio is limited to slow and normal speed recordings of the stories. --- NOTE: This bundle is recommended for upper beginners to intermediate students of Japanese. These audiobooks make listening to native material easier and less intimidating, but it may be too frustrating for true beginners. If you are just starting out, no problem! We have a bundle just for you. Click here to learn about our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha Beginner's Bundle. ---  Each audiobook sells on Audible and elsewhere for $6-10. Get the first four audiobooks for a discounted price. Pay once and get lifetime updates (that includes 5 more future audiobooks!). Future updates and future volumes will be added free of charge even though this bundle's price will increase as we add more.     聞き取り練習しましょう。Let's practice listening comprehension.   Each audiobook presents each story in four ways: Story read slowly Story read line-by-line with each vocabulary word defined in English Story read normal speed English summary   You'll receive a download link immediately after purchase. If you want to practice a particular section, you'll get MP3s for each section of every story. If you just want to drop it into your phone or audio player as one big audiobook, you'll also find a single MP3 for each book. A PDF of each book is also provided (but not required.)   This video is the first story in the first volume (which contains four complete stories). While the format isn't exactly the same as the audiobook version, it is very close:   Learn Japanese with Stories Audiobook Version Here’s a quick preview of the valuable information you can get now—INSTANT GRATIFICATION! YOU WILL GET THE AUDIOBOOK VERSIONS OF ALL STORIES IN IN THE SERIES Hikoichi and the Young Lord Hikoichi and the Living Umbrella Tengu’s Straw Raincoat Momotaro, the Peach Boy Usagi to Kame (the Tortoise & the Hare) The Cut-Tongue Sparrow The Mouse Bride Ikkyuu-san and the Tiger in the Folded Screen Inch-High Samurai Kaguya-hime, the Moon Princess More coming soon! (free updates if you buy this bundle now)   Impress your Japanese friends with knowledge of Japanese folktales and stories while polishing your grammar and learning new vocabulary words. 日本語を磨こう！ Let’s polish our Japanese!       Here’s what you get with each of the stories: An easy and fun introduction to Japanese folklore, tales, and stories—these are the classic stories every single Japanese person knows and loves, but few Westerners have even heard about! Listen to the most famous and interesting Japanese tales in real Japanese! Yes, you can understand real Japanese today with these stories. We don't, however, recommend this for true beginners.  Every single line and every word are explained and defined audibly. You don't need the written material, but a PDF of the book is included. Listen while walking the dog, doing dishes, or as you go to sleep in bed. Build your Japanese vocabulary, understand new grammatical patterns, improve your listening skills, and hone in your pronunciation by shadowing after the speaker. Get MP3s as individual tracks as well as one big file. A PDF of the stories is also provided, but the audiobook is designed so you don't need it.   Perfect for the beginner (but not absolute beginner) to intermediate student of Japanese. But if you get this now, future content will be FREE FOREVER. Please Note: This is audiobook version. There will be NO shipping charges since nothing will be shipped :) You will receive a Dropbox link which can be accessed from any device (phone, tablet, or computer) instantly. If you are on a computer, you can download it all by clicking on the Download button at the top right. You do not need to have a Dropbox account to access or download the files.  If you don't see the email after order, please check your spam folder or email us for support.

Fully Updated & Expanded Learn Japanese with Stories— All 10 Books Rebuilt Read the entire collection right inside our app, work through new exercises, enjoy cleaner furigana and beautiful watercolor art, and dig into roughly 100 pages of brand-new content across the ten books. N4 · Upper Beginner+ iPhone · iPad · Android PDF ePub MP3 Audio Anki Decks Sentence Explorer The Biggest Upgrade Now read the whole collection inside the app Every story can be unlocked in the Makoto Japanese Explorer app. Read on your iPhone, iPad, or Android device, tap any word to see its meaning, and play the audio right there — your entire library in your pocket, no PDFs required. iPhone iPad Android Buy more, save more — no coupon needed. Add two bundles to your cart for an automatic 5% off your entire digital order, three for 10% off, or five or more for a full 20% off everything. These are the classic Japanese short stories that make reading actually fun — every word defined, every grammar point explained, and the kanji explored along the way. You'll pick up real vocabulary and grammar while absorbing the culture behind the tales. The Big Update What Changed in This Edition This wasn't a light touch-up. We went through all ten books page by page and rebuilt them from the reading up. Here's what's new. ① Read anywhere — app, tablet, or phone Unlock every story in the app Read the full collection in the Makoto Japanese Explorer app on iPhone, iPad, and Android — no files to manage. Tap any word Look up meanings and readings as you go, with the audio for each story built right in. Sentence Explorer Study each sentence interactively, word by word, online or in the app via Makoto+ Sentence Explorer. ② Read with a plan — not just front to back "Before You Read" A short, spoiler-free warm-up before each story: the grammar, vocabulary, and cultural patterns worth watching for. Exercises + Answer Keys Comprehension questions, particle fill-in-the-blanks, grammar-pattern hunts, and translation comparisons — with full answer keys so you can check yourself. Enrichment Boxes Grammar spotlights, cultural notes, vocabulary builders, and reading tips dropped in right beside the sentence they explain. ③ Cleaner, more honest Japanese Romaji is gone We removed romaji from the Japanese content and use furigana instead, so your eyes stay on the kana and kanji where they belong. Furigana, done right Furigana over every kanji in the word-by-word notes, resized on the sentences for a cleaner read, and removed from the vocab headwords so you recall the reading yourself. A full editorial pass We corrected readings, fixed word breakdowns (conjugations and morphology), and tightened every definition across the whole bundle. ④ Beautiful and easy to use Redesigned title pages Title, watercolor illustration, audio QR codes, and a short story teaser — all on one page. Never lose your place Running headers and page numbers throughout, plus a clickable table of contents in every book. New art and structure Fresh watercolor illustrations and ink-brush dividers, with three consistent sections per story: line-by-line → full Japanese → close English summary. ~100 pages of brand-new content added across the ten books — and as always, every update is yours free, for life. All ten books, freshly redesigned inside and out. What's Included The bundle is complete with ten full-length volumes. Read them in the app or download instantly in digital format and start improving your reading (PDFs & ePub), your listening (MP3s), and your vocabulary right away. In-app access to every story on iPhone, iPad, and Android — tap any word, hear the audio, study without juggling files. Ten fully updated books in the Japanese Reader Collection, ready to download the moment you buy. Anki flashcard decks with the vocabulary from the stories — use the free Anki software to lock it in. Native-speaker audio for every story, recorded at both slow and natural speed, with QR codes to stream on demand. Makoto+ Sentence Explorer access for interactive, word-by-word study online or in the app. Who Is This For? This bundle is built for upper beginners through intermediate students of Japanese. Just starting out? No problem — we have a bundle made for you. See our Beri-Beri-Shoshinsha Beginner's Bundle. Incredible Value Each volume sells on Amazon and elsewhere for $6.99. All ten volumes plus two bonuses would run $69.90 — get them all today for about half that. Pay once, updated forever. Every future edit, expansion, and supplementary file we add to this bundle comes to you free. Example Content Flip through the opening pages of Hikoichi and the Young Lord below, then hear the same story read at both speeds. ‹ Prev Page 1 / – Next › Loading sample… Trouble viewing? Open the sample PDF in a new tab. Hikoichi and the Young Lord Natural speed Hikoichi and the Young Lord Slow speed Stories Included All the stories across ten fully updated books — read in the app, or as eBooks plus sound files: Hikoichi and the Young Lord Hikoichi and the Living Umbrella Tengu's Straw Raincoat Momotaro, the Peach Boy Usagi to Kame (the Tortoise & the Hare) The Inch-High Samurai Kaguya Hime The Mouse Bride Ikkyuu-san The Cut-Tongue Sparrow Kobutori Jiisan Yuki Onna Anchin and Kiyohime The Little Match Girl Hikoichi and the Wondrous Box Hikoichi and the Trickster Tanuki The Oni's Mask and the Girl The Fountain of Youth The Hundred Tales Game The Wise Child Urashima Tarou The Young Man Who Slept Three Years Hanasaka Jiisan Hikoichi and the Hanami Plus two bonuses: our Hiragana and The Basics of Japanese books, along with Makoto Magazine #1 — which is what brings the full value of this bundle to $83.88. 日本語を磨こう！ Let's polish our Japanese! What You Get with Every Story A fun way into Japanese folklore — the classic tales every Japanese person grows up with, but few Westerners have ever heard. Real Japanese you can actually read. If you know hiragana, these fully annotated stories are within reach today. Every line and every word explained and defined — now with corrected glosses and cleaner furigana. Active practice built in: "Before You Read" primers, exercises, and answer keys turn each reader into a real workbook. Build vocabulary, grasp new grammar patterns, and sharpen reading and listening — all at once. Two native recordings per story (slow and natural). Read in the app, print the PDFs, or load the MP3s on your phone and study anywhere. Anki is free flashcard software. To install: double-click a supplied deck file to add it to Anki, or send it to your phone for the mobile version. Every one of our bundles includes: ✅ Multiple formats (PDF, ePub, MP3s, plus Anki flashcard decks) ✅ In-app access on iPhone, iPad, and Android ✅ One-time payment ✅ Discounted versus buying each book on Amazon ✅ Free lifetime updates to this bundle ✅ Instant download — no waiting ✅ Satisfaction guaranteed. If it's too easy or too hard, tell us and we'll swap it for a better-suited bundle or refund you. ➡️ Need help opening the eBooks? Follow the steps in our eBook guide. A few notes: Print versions are available separately (not included in this digital-only bundle) — see Clay and Yumi's Paperbacks. Print editions come with the digital files too. This bundle is a one time fee. No extra payment needed ever for the files and unlocking the books in our app. Download everything on a PC or Mac, or open any file on your mobile devices. Learn more here. Don't see the email after ordering? Check your spam folder, or email us for support. These books are also available on Amazon.