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For advanced students wanting to improve listening skills. This is specifically for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1 level (advanced), but would be excellent practice for anyone at that level.  Includes 2 CDs 119 pages plus 15 page answer key and transcript 978-4-7574-2002-1

Each book in the Shin-Kanzen Master (New Complete Master) series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N1 (Advanced) vocabulary book.  Following the style of the actual Japanese Language Proficiency Test, this book will get you ready not only for the grammar section, but also for the test itself. 184 pages Includes detachable 24 page answer key Published by 3A Network 978-4-88319-573-2

  Each book in the Mimi Kara series concentrates on one aspect of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. This one is on grammar found on the level N1 (Advanced Level). It includes a CD to help with mastery. 135 pages Includes a detachable answer key

Each book in the Shin-Kanzen Master (New Complete Master) series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N1 (Advanced) grammar book.  Following the style of the actual Japanese Language Proficiency Test, this book will get you ready not only for the grammar section, but also for the test itself. 179 pages Includes detachable answer key Covers 157 grammatical points Published by 3A Network 978-4-88319-564-0

  This book practices all parts of the JLPT N2 level. It includes two CDs for the listening section. This is a practice test book and not necessarily a study guide. It doesn't have a lot of explanation (it does have some hints), but it is great for determining your strengths and weaknesses and that will help you prepare for the test. The best thing is it will provide a lot of practice for you.  183 Pages with a 28 page Answer Key ISBN 978-4-7574-1882-0  

CLOSEOUT: Please note, this is from our old stock and although never sold, used, or read, it has been moved and shelved for over a year. It may have slight shelf wear. It should be considered to be in "like-new" condition. -----------------   This book covers every section of the JLPT which makes it a great practice test as well as study guide. While not nearly as in depth as books that concentrate on a single section of the test, it still covers a lot in its 151 pages. 151 Pages Includes CD for the listening section Includes answer key and script for the listening section

The Tanki Master series works on all five areas of the test in a cursory or "short term" way: Characters; vocabulary; grammar; listening; and reading It includes a CD for the listening section. For those taking the JLPT, we highly recommend a cursory book like this as a quick way to find out your strengths and weaknesses. Once you know what you need to work on, you can then consider getting a book specifically on that area. 81 pages Includes CD and detachable answer key Published by Bonjinsha

Unicom publishes The Preparatory Course for the JLPT and each book focuses on a specific section of the test. Each book provides an in-depth look at that section of the test. This is especially helpful if you know your weaknesses and want to drill, drill, drill them away. This book focuses on the Intermediate level N3 Reading section of the test. If you are weak on reading comprehension or sentence structure, this book is for you.

Please note: This workbook requires the textbook. Excellent for Intermediates who have completed Genki II, and for those who have completed N4. Balances the four skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening to help you enter the advanced levels. 100 Pages  ISBN 978-4-7890-1746-6

This is the second textbook in the series for intermediate students. The first book is found here. Excellent for Intermediates who have completed Genki II, and for those who have completed N4. Balances the four skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening to help you enter the advanced levels. Students may also want the Workbook--especially if you have a teacher or a tutor who can check your work. 257 Pages + 69 page Kanji Booklet ISBN 978-4-7890-1745-9

  This is the book you want if you are studying for the JLPT N2 test and find the kanji section difficult.  79 page kanji at a glance +122 Pages main section + 38 Page Detachable Answer Key Includes answer key  ISBN 978-4-88319-547-3

For advanced students wanting to take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test or improve their skills generally. This is specifically for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N1 level (advanced), but would be excellent practice for anyone at that level.  Includes 2 CDs 159 pages plus 30 page answer key and transcript 978-4-7574-1877-6

  Unicom publishes The Preparatory Course for the JLPT and each book focuses on a specific section of the test. Each book provides an in-depth look at that section of the test. This is especially helpful if you know your weaknesses and want to drill, drill, drill them away. This book is for the advanced level N1 and covers sentence structure, vocabulary, and grammatical phrases. 271 pages 978-4-89689-482-0

  This is the book you want if you are studying for the JLPT N3 test and find the listening section difficult. It is very thorough in its 85 pages and includes short explanations in simple Japanese, English, and Chinese. 85 Pages + 46 Page Detachable Answer Key Includes 2 CDs for the listening practice Includes answer key and script for the listening section