Nihongo Notes Vol. 2: Language and Communication
It's difficult to suggest a level for this book. Each article is written both in Japanese and in English (with romaji). So, definitely beginners could read and learn a lot, but I think the topics covered are more for the upper beginner level.
Using simple, but real-world conversations, the authors take one neglected--but certainly important--grammatical or cultural point.
As you can see with the scans, the right page is in Japanese and the left is in English with romaji. This is certainly nice if you have a Japanese tutor. Your tutor/teacher can read the Japanese and explain any nuance not mentioned in the book.
Nihongo Nouryokushiken N5 Yosoumondaishu JLPT N5 Complete Practice with CD
Clearance: last copies. We're retiring the books we carry from other publishers, so once these are gone, they're gone. Copies may show some shelf wear.
For upper beginners wishing to take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test level N5, this book provides a solid practice guide for all the parts of the test. The included CD allows you to practice the listening section of the test.
96 Pages
With Answer Key and Listening section script
Covers Kanji, Vocabulary, Grammar, Reading, and Listening