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If you would like the eBook version (PDF, ePub, or Kindle MOBI) and the MP3s, please see our discounted bundles here - \u003cspan style=\"color: #0b5394;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/sale-japanese-vocabulary-for-jlpt-n5-master-the-japanese-language-proficiency-test-n5\" style=\"color: #0b5394;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJLPT N5 BUNDLE\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded at no extra charge are 1,445 MP3s of each Vocabulary and Example Sentence. The download link is found on the last page. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Vocabulary for JLPT N5 covers all the vocabulary needed to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test level N5. 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Five large MP3 files are also included. These have each word followed by the example sentence for sequential learning.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheJapanShop.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11385180127268,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/n5-vocabulary.jpg?v=1571438914"},{"product_id":"japanese-vocabulary-for-jlpt-n4-master-the-japanese-language-proficiency-test-n4-paperback","title":"Japanese Vocabulary for JLPT N4: Master the JLPT N4 [Paperback]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIncluded are over 1,200 MP3s of each Vocabulary and Example Sentence. There are also individual chapter list MP3s which combine the Japanese vocabulary word, the example sentence, and then the English translation. 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This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N5_480x480.png?v=1620423531\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e131 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: this is a physical paperback that w\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eill be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, a fun and easy way to learn REAL conversational Japanese! (And get FREE MP3s of all the dialogues too!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn Japanese vocabulary in context, improve your listening comprehension, and learn how to talk to others in Japanese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis was written for beginners of Japanese, but if you haven't yet learned hiragana,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\"\u003eplease see our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWe are including, at no extra charge, MP3s for the seven dialogues found in this book. 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You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, a fun and easy way to learn REAL conversational Japanese! (And get FREE MP3s of all the dialogues too!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn Japanese vocabulary in context, improve your listening comprehension, and learn how to talk to others in Japanese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis was written for beginners of Japanese, but if you haven't yet learned hiragana,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\"\u003eplease see our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWe 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. \u003c\/span\u003eThe MP3s are all recorded by native voice actors and actresses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 1: Where is the (train) station?\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 2: How do I get to the library from here?\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 3: Looking for Kasuga's House\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 4: Looking for the District Office\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 5: Looking for the American Consulate\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 6: Looking for the American Consulate Part II\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 7: Looking for a Convenience Store\u003cbr\u003eFREE MP3s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are you waiting for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ninja up your Japanese. Click “Add to Cart” now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease 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. 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You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eAll kanji characters have furigana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree Stories in Total: \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* The Fountain of Youth: A traditional Japanese folk tale\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* The Hundred Tales Game: With the scariest of all endings\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* The Wise Child: A child shows his smarts by answering the question, which is farther, Edo or the Sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree ways to read the story:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGLOSS: Read the story with a running gloss—understand completely. Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with English explanation of the grammar.\u003c\/p\u003e\nJAPANESE ONLY: The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eENGLISH SUMMARY: 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!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eShort stories makes reading full Japanese texts possible. This book has two complete stories with a total explanation for every level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eDownload the FREE MP3s to listen while you study. 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Learn how one man revolutionized food, how Akira Kurosawa impacted movies, and how a dog taught the world the meaning of loyalty.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Loyal Dog, Hachiko\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe Japanese Man who Invented Instant Ramen\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThe World-renowned Kurosawa\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGet FREE Sound Files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker. The download link will be emailed to you instantly upon ordering (we will also ship the physical book). Listen while reading. 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Yes, you can read real Japanese--even if you are fairly new to Japanese.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Japanese have furigana those starting out with kanji.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery sentence is broken down word-for-word and with explanation of the grammar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji in Focus covers the key kanji found in each essay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinally, we have included a simple and mostly literal English translation for you to check your understanding (Don't cheat! Work through the Japanese first!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes FREE Sound files to listen while you study. Includes both normal speed and slow speed readings. You will be emailed a download link instantly after ordering (the actual physical book will also be mailed to you).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhile beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. 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This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" alt=\"\" data-mce-src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e93 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none\"\u003e\u003cspan id=\"ebooksProductTitle\" class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eJapanese Reader Collection Volume 6 Yuki Onna: The Easy Way to Read Japanese Folklore Tales and Stories (Japanese Edition)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\" class=\"a-size-extra-large\" data-mce-style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: this is a physical paperback that will be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eREAD real Japanese \u003ci\u003eToday!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/b\u003eBy choosing short stories, the intimidation factor is greatly reduced. Not only that, but we divide the story up into tiny, easy-to-swallow segments with complete explanations to give you confidence as you read real Japanese page by page.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for beginning and upper beginning students of Japanese. This affordable Japanese reader contains two stories just about every Japanese knows and loves.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBONUS! Get FREE MP3s\u003c\/b\u003e of the stories read by a native Japanese voice actress. Listen while reading. The link to the files will be emailed to you immediately after ordering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThese are short stories that can be tackled by students of any level, but it is probably best for upper beginners.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAre you just learning hiragana? \u003c\/b\u003eThis may be a little too challenging for you. Look at the screenshots and if you think it would be challenging but not frustrating, this might be good for you. Instead, we recommend our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\"\u003eBeri- Beri- Shoshinsha bundle here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eHave you studied for a year or two but just don’t feel like you are progressing? \u003c\/b\u003eThis book is for you too. We suggest reading the Japanese only section first (includes furigana) and then go through the line-by-line running gloss section to cement understanding and learn vocabulary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eAll kanji characters have furigana. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eYuki Onna and Anchin \u0026amp; Kiyohime\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eTwo full traditional Japanese stories presented in \u003cb\u003ethree unique ways.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* GLOSS: Read the story with a running gloss—understand completely. Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with English explanation of the grammar.\u003cbr\u003e* JAPANESE ONLY: The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003cbr\u003e* ENGLISH SUMMARY: 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!).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eShort stories makes reading full Japanese texts possible. This book has two complete stories with a total explanation for every level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eDownload the FREE MP3s to listen while you study. (Link will be emailed to you after ordering)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eYUKI ONNA The Snow Woman\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eYuki Onna (Snow Woman) is a traditional Japanese folktale of a spirit or yōkai who appears on snowy nights in a white kimono and even whiter skin. She is beautiful, but deadly, leading unsuspecting travelers astray or killing them outright. In our story, she is both deadly and compassionate.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cstrong style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eAnchin \u0026amp; Kiyohime\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eA young priest learns the danger a lie can invite.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eWhile beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. To your Japanese!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cbr style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e\u003cb style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003eWhat are you waiting for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan style=\"font-size: 1.4em;\"\u003e Ninja up your Japanese. Click “BUY IT NOW” now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease 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. 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This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0b5394;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e107 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none\"\u003eJapanese Reader Collection Volume 7 The Little Match Girl: The Easy Way to Read Listen and Learn from Japanese Folklore Tales and Stories (Japanese Edition)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: this is a physical paperback that w\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eill be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eREAD real Japanese \u003ci\u003eToday!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy choosing short stories, the intimidation factor is greatly reduced. Not only that, but we divide the story up into tiny, easy-to-swallow segments with complete explanations to give you confidence as you read real Japanese page by page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile students of any level can get some use out of this, it is best for upper beginners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBONUS! Get FREE MP3s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the stories read by a native Japanese voice actress. Listen while reading. The link to the digital files will be emailed to you after ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are short stories that can be tackled by students of any level, but it is probably best for upper beginners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAre you just learning hiragana? \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis may be a little too challenging for you. Look at the screenshots and if you think it would be challenging but not frustrating, this might be good for you. Instead, we recommend our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\"\u003eBeri- Beri- Shoshinsha bundle here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHave you studied for a year or two but just don’t feel like you are progressing?\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis book is for you too. We suggest reading the Japanese only section first (includes furigana) and then go through the line-by-line running gloss section to cement understanding and learn vocabulary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eAll kanji characters have furigana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe classic Hans Christian Andersen The Little Match Girl story presented in three unique ways.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e* GLOSS: Read the story with a running gloss—understand completely. Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with English explanation of the grammar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e* JAPANESE ONLY: The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003cbr\u003e* ENGLISH SUMMARY: 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!).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eShort stories makes reading full Japanese texts possible. This book has two complete stories with a total explanation for every level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eDownload the FREE MP3s to listen while you study. (Link will be emailed to you after ordering)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Little Match Girl\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe famous Hans Christian Andersen short story is popular in Japan and has found its way into Japanese culture being a well-known tale in Japan. The sad story is about a dying little girl’s dreams and desires on a cold New Year’s Eve. It was first published in 1845 in Danish.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. To your Japanese!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are you waiting for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ninja up your Japanese. Click “Add to Cart” now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease 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. 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You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, a fun and easy way to learn REAL conversational Japanese! (And get FREE MP3s of all the dialogues too!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn Japanese vocabulary in context, improve your listening comprehension, and learn how to talk to others in Japanese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis was written for beginners of Japanese, but if you haven't yet learned hiragana, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\"\u003eplease see our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWe 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. \u003c\/span\u003eThe MP3s are all recorded by native voice actors and actresses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease use the sound files (included in this download). 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Click “Add to Cart” now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"idg-io-safe-browsing-enabled\" type=\"hidden\" oninit=\"true\"\u003e","brand":"The Japan Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11607047110692,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/1-ebook-cover_65e5e4b2-1611-4f39-9c58-fb4813742e18.jpg?v=1571438946"},{"product_id":"japanese-reader-collection-hikoichi-revisited-paperback","title":"Learn Japanese with Stories Volume 8: Hikoichi Revisited [Paperback]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSAVE WITH DIGITAL!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/digital-downloads-japanese-reader-collection\/products\/complete-japanese-reader-collection\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/digital-downloads-japanese-reader-collection\/products\/complete-japanese-reader-collection\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDon't need a physical book? This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0b5394;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e101 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Reader Collection Vol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eume 8 Hikoichi Revisited: The Easy Way to Read Listen and Learn from Japanese Folklore Tales and Stories (Japanese Edition)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: this is a physical paperback that w\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eill be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREAD\u003c\/strong\u003e real Japanese Today! By choosing short stories, the intimidation factor is greatly reduced. Not only that, but we divide the story up into tiny, easy-to-swallow segments with complete explanations to give you confidence as you read real Japanese page by page.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for upper beginner level students of Japanese.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBONUS!\u003c\/strong\u003e Get FREE MP3s and eBook versions of the story. The story is read by a native Japanese voice actress, once read at normal speed and once read slowly. Listen while reading. The link to the digital files will be emailed to you immediately after ordering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow with Furigana! All our readers now have furigana in both the paperback and Kindle versions. Furigana is the small hiragana over the kanji--most devices support this new feature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHave you studied for a year or two but just don’t feel like you are progressing? This book is for you too. We suggest reading the Japanese only section first (includes furigana) and then go through the line-by-line running gloss section to cement understanding and learn vocabulary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eAll kanji characters have furigana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThree Stories in Total: Two new Hikoichi stories + Oni's Mask and the Girl\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e* GLOSS: Read the story with a running gloss—understand completely. Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with English explanation of the grammar.\u003cbr\u003e* JAPANESE ONLY: The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003cbr\u003e* ENGLISH SUMMARY: 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!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eShort stories makes reading full Japanese texts possible. This book has two complete stories with a total explanation for every level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eDownload the FREE MP3s to listen while you study. 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Create playlists to study on the go or burn the sound files to a CD to listen at home. The download link is found on the last page. We believe the best way to learn vocabulary–by far–is to study words within their proper context. Every idiom is followed by an example sentence and a paragraph or two explaining the context and usage.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: left;\"\u003eEach idiom will have three sound files associated with it. The MP3s are all recorded by native voice actors and actresses. The first sound file is the idiom itself. The second is the example sentence. The third sound file has the idiom, an English translation, the idiom repeated slowly, and the example sentence with translation. 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Now, you can read this famous \u003cem\u003emukashi banashi\u003c\/em\u003e (folktale) in real Japanese. Momotaro is a boy born of a peach who grows up to be a brave and mighty man. Oni is invading the village. The villagers beg Momotaro to get rid of the menace. Together with three strange allies, Momotaro heads off to Onigashima to defeat the Oni boss. 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This affordable Japanese reader will help you build your Japanese vocabulary, reading skills, and listening comprehension.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGet FREE MP3s of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker. Listen while reading. You'll receive an email with the download link immediately after ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eShitakiri Suzume follows a common theme in Japanese fairy tales: a childless old couple raising a son or daughter. But instead of a human, the story revolves around a sparrow, the loving pet of the old man. Also common with other tales, there is a moral to the story. 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The stories weren't changed and the only difference with the new version is the formatting is much improved and the vocabulary and grammar explanations have been updated and expanded. Still, the old version will work perfectly with the audio and the Makoto+ Sentence Explorer integration if you want to snag a physical copy at half price.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNote: This is the physical paperback version which will be shipped to your location. If you are looking for the digital only version, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/frank-and-the-obaasan-a-japanese-reader-for-beginners\"\u003eplease click here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N5_480x480.png?v=1620423531\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e338 pages | Paperback | Includes FREE MP3s and eBook formats\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eREAD real Japanese\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eToday!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAre you a beginner to upper beginner level students of Japanese? If so, this reader is for you. Every word is defined and important grammatical patterns are explained in plain English. If you can read hiragana, you are ready for this book.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBONUS! Get FREE Sound Files\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof each story. Listen while reading. The link to the MP3s is found on the last page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe Stories:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhile on an intergalactic spy mission, Frank the alien loses control of his spaceship and plummets to Earth. Japan to be precise. Lacking Essential repair materials, Frank must learn the earthling’s language and find earth equivalents of the materials needed to repair his ship.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWith only a limited knowledge of Earth ways—and the Japanese language—Frank discovers a number of interesting things, not the least… natto. Join Frank and his new-found buddies in this multi-planetary adventure!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e* All Japanese kanji have furigana\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e* 15 complete episodes. Each story is presented in real Japanese (with furigana) and with a running gloss which breaks down all vocabulary and grammar points.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e* ENGLISH SUMMARY: 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!).\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e* Short stories makes reading full Japanese texts possible.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e* Download the FREE MP3s to listen while you study.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFrank and the Obaasan is a fun (certainly not serious) reader for beginners of Japanese. If you are looking for Japanese reading material that is fairly easy but not written for children, this is a resource for you.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. To your Japanese!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eWhat are you waiting for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNinja up your Japanese. 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Volume 1 - Short and Fun Japanese Stories in Hiragana and Basic Kanji [Paperback]","description":"\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eNOTE: The digital version is found in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\"\u003eBeri- Beri- Shoshinsha bundle\u003c\/a\u003e. \u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N5_480x480.png?v=1620423531\" id=\"_idgpn_1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHave you only recently learned hiragana but need practice? Or perhaps, your hiragana is no problem, but you want to build your hiragana and kanji reading comprehension?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis new collection of stories is here to the rescue!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRead real Japanese—beginner level but not boring Japanese! You won't find the Japanese version of Dick and Jane, but you will find stories written for adults. Enjoy reading flash fiction, super short essays, and funny stories of common mistakes made by learners of Japanese.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBest of all, the only requirement is that\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eyou can read hiragana\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eand\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003ehave a very basic understanding of Japanese.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eVocabulary and grammar will be defined and explained.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/AT0VlcBNovxFcDlZqr2wez4neucZeKGksIom7OnB79768_480x480.png?v=1668607341\" id=\"_idgpn_2\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe format is a little different from our other more advanced readers. The idea is for the reader to read the entire story three times. Each page will have a sentence or two in hiragana (with spaces between words for you to see “words” instead of syllables) at the top and that same content in full Japanese (with furigana—small hiragana over kanji) at the bottom. The middle will have the glossary and grammatical explanations. Lastly, the story is presented in Japanese without furigana. See if you can read it after going through the previous two versions and explanations.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eIf you have just learned hiragana, you may want to listen to the sound file while reading the hiragana section to practice correct pronunciation. If you have studied Japanese a bit longer, you may want to start with the bottom version and take note of the glossary for understanding.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThe glossary will have the word as it appears in the story, but it will also give the “dictionary” form so you can look the word up further.\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHaving fun while learning a language is a great way to increase motivation. With increased motivation, you are less likely to skip a day's study. 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This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0b5394;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e106 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Reader Collection Vol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eume 10 Urashima Tarou and Other Stories: The Easy Way to Read Listen and Learn from Japanese Folklore Tales and Stories (Japanese Edition)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: this is a physical paperback that w\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eill be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eREAD\u003c\/strong\u003e real Japanese Today! By choosing short stories, the intimidation factor is greatly reduced. Not only that, but we divide the story up into tiny, easy-to-swallow segments with complete explanations to give you confidence as you read real Japanese page by page.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePerfect for upper beginner level students of Japanese.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBONUS!\u003c\/strong\u003e Get FREE MP3s and eBook versions of the story. The story is read by a native Japanese voice actress, once read at normal speed and once read slowly. Listen while reading. The link to the digital files will be emailed to you immediately after ordering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNow with Furigana! All our readers now have furigana in both the paperback and Kindle versions. Furigana is the small hiragana over the kanji--most devices support this new feature.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHave you studied for a year or two but just don’t feel like you are progressing? This book is for you too. We suggest reading the Japanese only section first (includes furigana) and then go through the line-by-line running gloss section to cement understanding and learn vocabulary.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eAll kanji characters have furigana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThree Stories in Total: \u003cbr\u003e1) The Young Man Who Slept for Three Years\u003cbr\u003e2) Hanasaka Jiisan\u003cbr\u003e3) Urashima Tarou\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThree ways to Enjoy the Stories:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e* GLOSS: Read the story with a running gloss—understand completely. Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with English explanation of the grammar.\u003cbr\u003e* JAPANESE ONLY: The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003cbr\u003e* ENGLISH SUMMARY: 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!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eShort stories makes reading full Japanese texts possible. This book has two complete stories with a total explanation for every level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eDownload the FREE MP3s to listen while you study. 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Please check your spam folder if you don't see it.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"hidden\" id=\"idg-io-safe-browsing-enabled\" oninit=\"true\"\u003e","brand":"TheJapanShop.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39841601618081,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/9-300.jpg?v=1620557487"},{"product_id":"learn-japanese-with-stories-volume-11-kachi-kachi-yama-paperback","title":"Learn Japanese with Stories Volume 11: Kachi Kachi Yama [Paperback]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSAVE WITH DIGITAL!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/digital-downloads-japanese-reader-collection\/products\/complete-japanese-reader-collection\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/digital-downloads-japanese-reader-collection\/products\/complete-japanese-reader-collection\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDon't need a physical book? 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You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eREAD real Japanese \u003ci\u003eToday!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy choosing short stories, the intimidation factor is greatly reduced. Not only that, but we divide the story up into tiny, easy-to-swallow segments with complete explanations to give you confidence as you read real Japanese page by page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile students of any level can get some use out of this, it is best for upper beginners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBONUS! Get FREE MP3s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the stories read by a native Japanese voice actress. Listen while reading. The link to the digital files will be emailed to you after ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are short stories that can be tackled by students of any level, but it is probably best for upper beginners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAre you just learning hiragana? \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis may be a little too challenging for you. Look at the screenshots and if you think it would be challenging but not frustrating, this might be good for you. Instead, we recommend our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeri- Beri- Shoshinsha bundle here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHave you studied for a year or two but just don’t feel like you are progressing?\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis book is for you too. We suggest reading the Japanese only section first (includes furigana) and then go through the line-by-line running gloss section to cement understanding and learn vocabulary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eAll kanji characters have furigana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eKachi Kachi Yama, a traditional Japanese folktale presented in three unique ways:\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e* GLOSS: Read the story with a running gloss—understand completely. Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with English explanation of the grammar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e* JAPANESE ONLY: The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003cbr\u003e* ENGLISH SUMMARY: 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!).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eShort stories makes reading full Japanese texts possible. This book has two complete stories with a total explanation for every level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eDownload the FREE MP3s to listen while you study. (Link will be emailed to you after ordering)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKachi Kachi Yama\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis is a story about a nasty raccoon who gets what he deserves. Since this is a long story, we are cutting it into three parts.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. To your Japanese!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are you waiting for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ninja up your Japanese. Click “Add to Cart” now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease 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. 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You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, a fun and easy way to learn REAL conversational Japanese! (And get FREE MP3s of all the dialogues too!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn Japanese vocabulary in context, improve your listening comprehension, and learn how to talk to others in Japanese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis was written for beginners of Japanese, but if you haven't yet learned hiragana,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\"\u003eplease see our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWe 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. \u003c\/span\u003eThe MP3s are all recorded by native voice actors and actresses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003eContents:\u003cbr\u003eIntroduction\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 1: A Job Interview\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 2: Making Copies for a Meeting\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 3: Business Meeting: Snacks\u003cbr\u003eDialogue 4: Business Meeting: Radio Advertising\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFREE MP3s\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are you waiting for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ninja up your Japanese. Click “Add to Cart” now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease 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. 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This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N5_480x480.png?v=1620423531\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e126 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: this is a physical paperback that w\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eill be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFinally, a fun and easy way to learn REAL conversational Japanese! (And get FREE MP3s of all the dialogues too!)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eLearn Japanese vocabulary in context, improve your listening comprehension, and learn how to talk to others in Japanese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eThis was written for beginners of Japanese, but if you haven't yet learned hiragana,\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\"\u003eplease see our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha here\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eWe 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. \u003c\/span\u003eThe MP3s are all recorded by native voice actors and actresses.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e \u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eContents\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDialogue One: Asking Someone Out on a Date\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDialogue Two: Let's Go to the Movies\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDialogue Three: Rejected! (At a Party)\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDialogue Four: Meeting Someone for a Date \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDialogue Five: Conversation while a Date\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDialogue Six: Sharing Movie Interests \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDialogue Seven: Saying Goodbye \u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDOWNLOAD LINK \u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are you waiting for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ninja up your Japanese. Click “Add to Cart” now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease 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.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"idg-io-safe-browsing-enabled\" type=\"hidden\" oninit=\"true\"\u003e","brand":"The Japan Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39842193408161,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/dialogues-7-cover-500.jpg?v=1620565017"},{"product_id":"japanese-kanji-for-jlpt-n5-master-the-japanese-language-proficiency-test-n5-paperback","title":"Japanese Kanji for JLPT N5-Master the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N5 [Paperback]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSAVE WITH DIGITAL!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e This item is included in a digital bundle at a discount. 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Digital products have no shipping charges!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cspan\u003e138 \u003c\/span\u003epages | Paperback | Includes FREE MP3s and eBook formats\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- Product Description: Learn Japanese through Haiku — Matsuo Bashō (25 Haiku) --\u003e\n\u003cstyle\u003e\n  .basho-wrap{font-family:system-ui,-apple-system,Segoe UI,Roboto,Helvetica,Arial;line-height:1.6;color:#1b1f23}\n  .basho-hero{background:#f6fbff;border:1px solid #e5f1ff;border-radius:14px;padding:22px;margin:0 0 20px}\n  .basho-hero h2{margin:0 0 6px;font-size:28px}\n  .basho-badges{display:flex;flex-wrap:wrap;gap:8px;margin-top:10px}\n  .basho-badge{font-size:12px;border:1px solid #d1e4ff;background:#fff;border-radius:999px;padding:6px 10px}\n\n  .basho-card{border:1px solid #e5e7eb;border-radius:12px;padding:18px;background:#fff;margin-bottom:18px}\n  .basho-card h3{margin:0 0 10px;font-size:20px}\n  .basho-ul{margin:10px 0 0 18px}\n  .basho-ul li{margin:6px 0}\n  .basho-kicker{font-size:13px;color:#64748b;text-transform:uppercase;letter-spacing:.12em;margin-bottom:4px}\n  .basho-small{font-size:12px;color:#6b7280}\n  .basho-note{font-size:13px;color:#475569;margin-top:8px}\n  .basho-audio{margin:10px 0 6px}\n\n  .basho-cta{margin-top:14px;display:flex;gap:10px;flex-wrap:wrap}\n  .basho-btn{display:inline-block;background:#0d6efd;color:#fff;text-decoration:none;border-radius:10px;padding:10px 14px;font-weight:600;border:1px solid #0b5ed7}\n  .basho-btn.secondary{background:#fff;color:#0d6efd;border:1px solid #0d6efd}\n\n  .basho-last-two{display:grid;grid-template-columns:1fr 1fr;gap:18px}\n  @media(max-width:800px){.basho-last-two{grid-template-columns:1fr}}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"basho-wrap\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"basho-hero\"\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eLearn Japanese through Haiku: Matsuo Bashō\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRead real Japanese today with 25 timeless haiku by 松尾芭蕉 (Matsuo Bashō, 1644–1694)—the most celebrated poet of the classical tradition. 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If the embed does not load, \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/one-basho.pdf?v=1758238180\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eopen the sample PDF\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- How to use --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"basho-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"basho-kicker\"\u003eHow to use it\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eRead. Listen. Absorb. Review.\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"basho-ul\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eListen once without reading to catch flow and pitch.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eRead the Japanese with notes, then replay and shadow the lines.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eReinforce with the Anki deck and revisit a few poems during the week.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- Last two cards side by side (text only) --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"basho-last-two\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"basho-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"basho-kicker\"\u003eWho it is for\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHaiku lovers and Japanese learners\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"basho-card\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"basho-kicker\"\u003eAbout Bashō\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe master of the road\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatsuo 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"basho-cta\"\u003e\n\u003ca class=\"basho-btn\" href=\"#sample-audio\"\u003eListen now\u003c\/a\u003e \u003ca class=\"basho-btn secondary\" href=\"#sample-preview\"\u003ePreview a page\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Learn Japanese with The Japan Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42244243390684,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/cover---800_5599c805-a02f-4dd7-b9c7-a64ba882c7da.jpg?v=1640715389"},{"product_id":"japanese-history-reader-volume-1-samurai-daimyou-paperback","title":"Japanese History Reader Volume 1: Samurai \u0026 Daimyou [Paperback]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is for the physical book which will be mailed to you. If you are looking for the digital version (with no shipping charges), this book is in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/bundles-offer\/products\/samurai-daimyo-japanese-reader-the-easy-way-to-read-listen-and-learn-from-japanese-history-and-stories\"\u003eJapanese History Digital Bundle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRecommended for upper beginner students of Japanese.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThis affordable Japanese history reader contains three essays on Japanese Samurai and Daimyou.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eThe Three Warlords who Unified Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003eSakamoto Ryoma, the Reformer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMiyamoto Musashi, Japan's Greatest Swordsman\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGet FREE Sound Files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker. The download link will be emailed to you instantly upon ordering (we will also ship the physical book). Listen while reading. Each story has two MP3 versions: Read Slowly \u0026amp; Normal Speed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eQuick! What's the first thing you think of when you hear the word Japan?\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eMaybe it is anime, Hello Kitty, geisha, or sumo, but I bet high on that list is the samurai warrior class. This book contains three essays on samurai history.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead--in Japanese--about the greatest swordsman in history, Miyamoto Musashi, one of the most important reformers of the bakumatsu period, Sakamoto Ryōma, and the three great warrior leaders who consolidated Japan. Yes, you can read real Japanese--even if you are fairly new to Japanese.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e157 pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Japanese have furigana those starting out with kanji.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery sentence is broken down word-for-word and with explanation of the grammar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji in Focus covers the key kanji found in each essay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinally, we have included a simple and mostly literal English translation for you to check your understanding (Don't cheat! Work through the Japanese first!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes FREE Sound files to listen while you study. Includes both normal speed and slow speed readings. You will be emailed a download link instantly after ordering (the actual physical book will also be mailed to you).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhile beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. To your Japanese!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"hidden\" id=\"idg-io-safe-browsing-enabled\" oninit=\"true\"\u003e","brand":"TheJapanShop.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42244271866076,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/ebook_6f6d6aa2-2265-4f4a-8e8f-e540987f71d5.jpg?v=1640716417"},{"product_id":"japanese-history-reader-volume-4-essays-on-modern-japan-paperback","title":"Japanese History Reader Volume 4: Essays on Modern Japan [Paperback]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is for the physical book which will be mailed to you. If you are looking for the digital version (with no shipping charges), this book is in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/bundles-offer\/products\/samurai-daimyo-japanese-reader-the-easy-way-to-read-listen-and-learn-from-japanese-history-and-stories\"\u003eJapanese History Digital Bundle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRecommended for upper beginner students of Japanese.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWondering about Japanese era names? Learn about the new Reiwa era. If you are planning to be in Japan in July, you will want to read the essay on Japan’s rainy season. 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Each story has two MP3 versions: Read Slowly \u0026amp; Normal Speed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Japanese have furigana those starting out with kanji.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery sentence is broken down word-for-word and with explanation of the grammar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji in Focus covers the key kanji found in each essay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinally, we have included a simple and mostly literal English translation for you to check your understanding (Don't cheat! 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To your Japanese!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"idg-io-safe-browsing-enabled\" type=\"hidden\" oninit=\"true\"\u003e","brand":"TheJapanShop.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42244285989084,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/4-reiwa-ebook-cover-600_b516a4fc-4d57-4007-9e24-755e200f49fd.jpg?v=1640716583"},{"product_id":"japanese-history-reader-volume-2-ninja-ronin-and-daimyo-paperback","title":"Japanese History Reader Volume 2: Ninja, Ronin, and Daimyo [Paperback]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is for the physical book which will be mailed to you. If you are looking for the digital version (with no shipping charges), this book is in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/bundles-offer\/products\/samurai-daimyo-japanese-reader-the-easy-way-to-read-listen-and-learn-from-japanese-history-and-stories\"\u003eJapanese History Digital Bundle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRecommended for upper beginner students of Japanese.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eQuick! What's the first thing you think of when you hear the word Japan?\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMaybe it is anime, Hello Kitty, geisha, or sumo, but I bet high on that list is the samurai warrior class. This book contains three essays on warrior history.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAll about Ninja\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Tragic Story of the 47 Ronin\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTakeda Shingen, the Man who almost had it All\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGet FREE Sound Files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker. The download link will be emailed to you instantly upon ordering (we will also ship the physical book). Listen while reading. Each story has two MP3 versions: Read Slowly \u0026amp; Normal Speed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead--in Japanese--about the mysterious ninja, the tragic story of the 47 Ronin, and about Takeda Shingen, a warrior leader who had a flush toilet. Yes, you can read real Japanese--even if you are fairly new to Japanese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e122 Pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Japanese have furigana those starting out with kanji.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery sentence is broken down word-for-word and with explanation of the grammar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji in Focus covers the key kanji found in each essay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinally, we have included a simple and mostly literal English translation for you to check your understanding (Don't cheat! Work through the Japanese first!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes FREE Sound files to listen while you study. Includes both normal speed and slow speed readings. You will be emailed a download link instantly after ordering (the actual physical book will also be mailed to you).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhile beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. To your Japanese!\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"hidden\" id=\"idg-io-safe-browsing-enabled\" oninit=\"true\"\u003e","brand":"TheJapanShop.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42244303454428,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/ebook-300.jpg?v=1640717051"},{"product_id":"japanese-history-reader-volume-6-japanese-tunnels-paperback","title":"Japanese History Reader Volume 6: Japanese Tunnels [Paperback]","description":"\u003cdiv\u003eThis is for the physical book which will be mailed to you. If you are looking for the digital version (with no shipping charges), this book is in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/bundles-offer\/products\/samurai-daimyo-japanese-reader-the-easy-way-to-read-listen-and-learn-from-japanese-history-and-stories\"\u003eJapanese History Digital Bundle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRecommended for upper beginner students of Japanese.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapan, being a mountainous country, has thousands of tunnels that keep the nation connected. Learn about these amazing marvels of Japanese ingenuity.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cspan\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTunnels in Japan\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe Blue Tunnel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSeikan Tunnel\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eGet FREE Sound Files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker. The download link will be emailed to you instantly upon ordering (we will also ship the physical book). Listen while reading. Each story has two MP3 versions: Read Slowly \u0026amp; Normal Speed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead--in Japanese--about the amazing history of Japanese tunnels. Yes, you can read real Japanese--even if you are fairly new to Japanese.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFEATURES:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e97 Pages\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll Japanese have furigana those starting out with kanji.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery sentence is broken down word-for-word and with explanation of the grammar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThe full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKanji in Focus covers the key kanji found in each essay\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFinally, we have included a simple and mostly literal English translation for you to check your understanding (Don't cheat! Work through the Japanese first!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes FREE Sound files to listen while you study. Includes both normal speed and slow speed readings. You will be emailed a download link instantly after ordering (the actual physical book will also be mailed to you).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhile beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. 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If you are looking for the digital version (with no shipping charges), this book is in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/bundles-offer\/products\/samurai-daimyo-japanese-reader-the-easy-way-to-read-listen-and-learn-from-japanese-history-and-stories\"\u003eJapanese History Digital Bundle\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eRecommended for upper beginner students of Japanese.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRead three essays on Japan's most famous contribution to the world of art, ukiyo-e. 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Work through the Japanese first!).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes FREE Sound files to listen while you study. Includes both normal speed and slow speed readings. You will be emailed a download link instantly after ordering (the actual physical book will also be mailed to you).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eWhile beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required.\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. 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Or perhaps, your hiragana is no problem, but you want to build your hiragana and kanji reading comprehension?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003ci data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis new collection of stories is here to the rescue!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eRead real Japanese—beginner level but not boring Japanese! You won't find the Japanese version of Dick and Jane, but you will find stories written for adults. 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You will receive an email with the download link immediately; the paperback will be mailed to you soon after that.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJapanese Kanji for JLPT N4 covers the kanji needed to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test level N4. \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you are planning to take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N4 or just would like a solid start on learning upper beginner-level kanji, this book will teach you the most useful characters in an easy-to-understand way. Download the MP3s and the accompanying PDF for a complete learning system (included for no extra charge).\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDownload the sound files for every Japanese example sentence within. \u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn the readings (pronunciations) and meanings of each kanji.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLearn the stroke order for each kanji.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHelpful mnemonic stories are offered to help remember the meaning of each kanji.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEach kanji includes several vocabulary words with the kanji and one example sentence.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eUPPER BEGINNER LEVEL\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"idg-io-safe-browsing-enabled\" type=\"hidden\" oninit=\"true\"\u003e","brand":"The Japan Shop","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42244543250652,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/n4-kanji.jpg?v=1640726042"},{"product_id":"learn-japanese-with-stories-volume-12-celestial-maidens-feathered-robe-paperback","title":"Learn Japanese with Stories Volume 12: Celestial Maiden's Feathered Robe [Paperback]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSAVE WITH DIGITAL!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/digital-downloads-japanese-reader-collection\/products\/complete-japanese-reader-collection\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/digital-downloads-japanese-reader-collection\/products\/complete-japanese-reader-collection\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDon't need a physical book? This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0b5394;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e131 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none\"\u003eJapanese Reader Collection Volume 12: Celestial Maiden's Feathered Robe: The Easy Way to Read Listen and Learn from Japanese Folklore Tales and Stories (Paperback Edition)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: this is a physical paperback that w\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eill be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eREAD real Japanese \u003ci\u003eToday!\u003c\/i\u003e \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy choosing short stories, the intimidation factor is greatly reduced. Not only that, but we divide the story up into tiny, easy-to-swallow segments with complete explanations to give you confidence as you read real Japanese page by page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhile students of any level can get some use out of this, it is best for upper beginners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eBONUS! Get FREE MP3s\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e of the stories read by a native Japanese voice actress. Listen while reading. The link to the digital files will be emailed to you after ordering.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThese are short stories that can be tackled by students of any level, but it is probably best for upper beginners.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eAre you just learning hiragana? \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis may be a little too challenging for you. Look at the screenshots and if you think it would be challenging but not frustrating, this might be good for you. Instead, we recommend our \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eBeri- Beri- Shoshinsha bundle here\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cbr data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cb data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eHave you studied for a year or two but just don’t feel like you are progressing?\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eThis book is for you too. We suggest reading the Japanese only section first (includes furigana) and then go through the line-by-line running gloss section to cement understanding and learn vocabulary.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eAll kanji characters have furigana.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e* GLOSS: Read the story with a running gloss—understand completely. Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with English explanation of the grammar.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e* JAPANESE ONLY: The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003cbr\u003e* ENGLISH SUMMARY: 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!).\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eShort stories makes reading full Japanese texts possible. This book has two complete stories with a total explanation for every level.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eDownload the FREE MP3s to listen while you study. (Link will be emailed to you after ordering)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003eIncludes QR codes to easily scan and instantly hear the story on demand\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY 1: 瓜子姫(うりこひめ)とあまのじゃく Princess Uriko and the Amanojaku\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAn Amanojaku in Japanese folklore is an antagonistic ogre. This Amanojaku causes trouble for Princess Uriko, a beautiful woman born of a... melon.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSTORY 2: 天女(てんにょ)の羽衣(はごろも) Celestial Maiden's Feathered Robe\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003eStories of beautiful celestial women coming from the sky are found in many cultures. Such legends are also common in Japan. In this story, a young man finds a way to make the Tennyo (Celestial maiden) marry him. But will it last?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan class=\"a-size-extra-large\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. To your Japanese!\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are you waiting for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Ninja up your Japanese. Click “Add to Cart” now!\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease 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. 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This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0b5394;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e131 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none\"\u003eJapanese Reader Collection Volume 13 Hikoichi and the Kitsune: The Easy Way to Read Listen and Learn from Japanese Folklore Tales and Stories (Paperback Edition)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: this is a physical paperback that w\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eill be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eREAD real Japanese\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eToday!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy choosing short stories, the intimidation factor is greatly reduced. Not only that, but we divide the story up into tiny, easy-to-swallow segments with complete explanations to give you confidence as you read real Japanese page by page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended for upper beginner to intermediate level students of Japanese.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBONUS! Get FREE sound files\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the stories read by a native Japanese voice actress, one read at normal speed and one read slowly. Listen while reading. The link to the MP3s is found on the last page.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOW WITH QR CODES\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e- While you can still download the sound files with the link on the last page, we are also including handy QR codes for both the slow and normal speed recordings of the stories. Simply scan the code with the camera of your phone and the audio will begin playing in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEXTRA BONUS!\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIncluded with the sound files, are PDFs of all the vocabulary and grammar points. Feel free to print these out to use while reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNow with Furigana!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll our readers now have furigana in both the paperback and Kindle versions. Furigana is the small hiragana over the kanji--most devices support this new feature. (The Japanese only section has no furigana so you can practice reading the story again in \"real\" furigana-less Japanese)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHave you studied for a year or two but just don’t feel like you are progressing?\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eThis book is for you too. We suggest reading the Japanese only section first (includes furigana) and then go through the line-by-line running gloss section to cement understanding and learn vocabulary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e* All Japanese have furigana (printed version and Kindle version on supported devices (most new devices))\u003cbr\u003e* Two complete Japanese short stories. Each story is presented in\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cb\u003ethree unique ways.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e* GLOSS: Read the story with a running gloss—understand completely. Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with English explanation of the grammar.\u003cbr\u003e* JAPANESE ONLY: The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.\u003cbr\u003e* ENGLISH SUMMARY: 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!).\u003cbr\u003e* Short stories makes reading full Japanese texts possible.\u003cbr\u003e* Download the FREE MP3s to listen while you study.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eTHE STORIES:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe wise and mischievous Hikoichi has been a favorite of ours since we started these Japanese story readers. This book has two more stories, both involving a fox. Foxes (and tanuki), in Japanese folklore, can sometimes be spirits which can transform into different shapes. They also love to play tricks on humans. In both stories, Hikoichi is here to the rescue.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eFinally, we invite the reader to contact us with questions or requests for future Japanese readers. You will find our personal email addresses in the book. To your Japanese!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat are you waiting for?\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eNinja up your Japanese. Click “Buy Now” now!\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cinput type=\"hidden\" id=\"idg-io-safe-browsing-enabled\" oninit=\"true\"\u003e","brand":"TheJapanShop.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":42246711279836,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/13-cover-500.jpg?v=1640783999"},{"product_id":"learn-japanese-with-stories-volume-14-kicchomu-san-paperback","title":"Learn Japanese with Stories Volume 14: Kicchomu san [Paperback]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff0000;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSAVE WITH DIGITAL!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/digital-downloads-japanese-reader-collection\/products\/complete-japanese-reader-collection\" data-mce-href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/digital-downloads-japanese-reader-collection\/products\/complete-japanese-reader-collection\" data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003eDon't need a physical book? This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #0b5394;\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e\u003cimg style=\"display: block; margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/JLPT_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e131 Pages | Includes Digital Files | 5.5 x 8.5 inch Paperback\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none\"\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ch3 class=\"a-size-large a-spacing-none\"\u003eJapanese Reader Collection Volume 14 Kicchomu-san: The Easy Way to Read Listen and Learn from Japanese Folklore Tales and Stories (Paperback Edition)\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote: this is a physical paperback that w\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eill be shipped to you. You'll also receive the digital files by email immediately after ordering.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eREAD real Japanese\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003ci\u003eToday!\u003c\/i\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBy choosing short stories, the intimidation factor is greatly reduced. Not only that, but we divide the story up into tiny, easy-to-swallow segments with complete explanations to give you confidence as you read real Japanese page by page.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRecommended for upper beginner to intermediate level students of Japanese.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eBONUS! Get FREE sound files\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eof the stories read by a native Japanese voice actress, one read at normal speed and one read slowly. Listen while reading. The link to the MP3s is found on the last page.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eNOW WITH QR CODES\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e- While you can still download the sound files with the link on the last page, we are also including handy QR codes for both the slow and normal speed recordings of the stories. Simply scan the code with the camera of your phone and the audio will begin playing in seconds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEXTRA BONUS!\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/b\u003eIncluded with the sound files, are PDFs of all the vocabulary and grammar points. Feel free to print these out to use while reading.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eNow with Furigana!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eAll our readers now have furigana in both the paperback and Kindle versions. Furigana is the small hiragana over the kanji--most devices support this new feature. 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