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Makoto E-Zine series #51 Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese. NOTE: The print version is printed on demand and can take up to two weeks to arrive (usually sooner!). You'll instantly get the download version with either choice. Now includes handy QR codes on each page to scan and instantly hear that page's sound files. (You can still download the sound files and PDF for no extra charge)FREE sound files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading. The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge.   IN THIS ISSUE: May 2022 - Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns- Vocabulary: 犬猿の仲- Prefecture Spotlight: Yamanashi- Etymology: セレブ- Anime Phrase of the Day- Haiku : 小林一茶- Kanji Spotlight: 男- Grammar Time! くらい- Japanese Readers: Mitarashi Dango (beginner) + Kicchomu’s Horse (Intermediate)  Buy now and start reading in seconds. 

⏳ Limited Time Offer 50 Issues of Makoto Magazine The largest Makoto back-issue bundle we've ever offered—at the lowest price ever. $99 $349.50 That's just $2 per issue — 72% off the regular price Makoto is the Japanese learning magazine that makes studying feel more like reading something you'd actually want to read—and a lot less like being chased by a grammar textbook. Each issue is built for beginner to intermediate learners, blending real reading practice, cultural deep dives, and listening exercises into something you'll look forward to picking up. This bundle gives you the first 50 issues—the entire foundation of the Makoto library—at a price we've never offered before and may not offer again. What's Inside Every Issue 📖 Graded Reading Practice Each issue includes a beginner-level story and an intermediate-level story, so you always have something at your level—and something to grow into. 🎧 Dual-Speed Audio (MP3) Slow and natural speed recordings for every story. Train your ear at a comfortable pace, then graduate to how Japanese is actually spoken. 🏯 Culture, History & Beyond Articles on Japanese culture, geography, kanji breakdowns, slang, etymology, and vocabulary deep dives. Learn the language and the world it lives in. 📱 Three Formats, Any Device Every issue comes as a PDF, ePub, and MP3—891 files in total, including 687 audio recordings. Read on your laptop, listen on your phone, or study on your tablet. See It for Yourself A few select pages from Issue #50—browse through to see the reading sections, vocabulary breakdowns, cultural spotlights, and more. You get issue 50 and every single issue before it. That's 50 issues total at 40-70 pages each and filled with fun lessons for beginners to intermediate students of Japanese. By the Numbers 50 Complete Issues 891 Total Files 687 Audio Files 72% Savings Who Is This For? If you're learning Japanese and feel stuck in the gap between textbook exercises and native-level content, Makoto is built for you. It's the bridge that turns passive study into active, enjoyable reading—the kind where you actually absorb things because you're interested, not because someone assigned it. Whether you're a self-studying beginner building your first reading habit, an intermediate learner looking for consistent practice, or someone preparing for the JLPT who wants real content alongside test prep—50 issues gives you a serious library to work through at your own pace. How It Works 1 Purchase & Download Instant access to 891 files—PDFs, ePubs, and MP3s across all 50 issues. 2 Read & Listen Pick an issue. Read the stories. Listen along at slow or natural speed. 3 Absorb & Progress Build vocabulary, improve reading speed, and learn culture along the way. The Math Speaks for Itself Regular Price This Bundle Per Issue $6.99 $1.98 50 Issues Total $349.50 $99.00 You Save $250.50 Topics Covered Across 50 Issues Beginner Stories Intermediate Stories Kanji Breakdowns Japanese Culture Geography Slang & Colloquial Japanese Etymology Vocabulary Builders Listening Practice Grammar in Context History & Traditions 🎉 Stack Your Savings — Digital Bulk Discount Add 2 digital bundles to your cart for 5% off, 3 for 10% off, or 5+ for a whopping 20% off your entire digital order. No coupon needed! Don't Miss This 50 Issues. $99. The Lowest Price We've Ever Offered. This is a limited-time offer. Once it's gone, these issues go back to full price. Instant digital download • 891 files: 53 PDFs, 83 ePubs & 687 MP3s • Works on PC, tablet & mobilePart of the Makoto+ ecosystem

Makoto E-Zine series #50 Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese. NOTE: The print version is printed on demand and can take up to two weeks to arrive (usually sooner!). You'll instantly get the download version with either choice. Now includes handy QR codes on each page to scan and instantly hear that page's sound files. (You can still download the sound files and PDF for no extra charge)FREE sound files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading. The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge. Preview the inside of this issue:   IN THIS ISSUE: April 2022 Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns Vocabulary: 身を固める Prefecture Spotlight: Shizuoka Etymology: 耳を傾ける Anime Phrase of the Day Haiku : 正岡子規 Kanji Spotlight: 女 Grammar Time!  など Japanese Readers: Taiyaki (beginner) + Kicchomu  and the Fire (Intermediate)  Buy now and start reading in seconds.

NOTE: This 4-book Beginning Japanese Phrases bundle is ON SALE + FREE Lifetime updates! This bundle is a self-paced learning Japanese study guide. For a limited time, you will get this bundle for a very low price. We will increase its price when we add more content to it. But if you get this now, future content will be FREE FOREVER. ➡️ How to read the eBooks in your bundle? You may need to follow the steps outlined in our eBook guide   If you are a beginner looking for useful material to read, this is for you. WHO IS THIS FOR? Beginners who have learned hiragana. The level of this bundle is somewhere between our (total beginner-level) Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha and our more advance readers such as Learn Japanese with Stories.     INCREDIBLE VALUE We are launching this new bundle with only a few books, but it will eventually have ten volumes.  Pay once and get lifetime updates including updates and supplementary material.   WHAT’S INCLUDED? Learn Japanese with Stories: Mike's Diary Beginning Japanese Phrases Book 1: Podcast episodes 1-30 Beginning Japanese Phrases Book 2: Podcast episodes 31-60 Beginning Japanese Phrases Book 2: Podcast episodes 61-90 All titles include sound files!   ABOUT THE TITLES Learn Japanese with Stories: Mike's Diary If you have learned hiragana and you understand (very) basic Japanese sentence structure, you are ready for this series. Instead of learning isolated vocabulary (no fun!), reading real Japanese is a great way to learn vocabulary and kanji in context. For the beginner, however, native reading material is too much of a challenge. Our Learn Japanese with Stories for Beginners series enables even beginners to truly enjoy reading natural Japanese. The early stories use basic vocabulary, beginner-level grammar, and simplified Japanese sentence structures. As you progress, earlier concepts build into more complex grammar, vocabulary, and sentence structures. Each story is presented in several ways.1. The story with spaces and complete vocabulary and explanation2. The story in full Japanese (without spaces, but with furigana—the small hiragana—over kanji)3. The story in English to cement understanding This is followed by five important kanji found in the story. There are only five kanji here, so spend some time familiarizing yourself with them.   Beginning Japanese Phrases Book 1 - 3 This series is based on a weekly podcast we produce called (unimaginatively) Beginning Japanese Phrases. See here: https://thejapanesepage.com/beginning-japanese-phrases-podcast-and-videos/ As we do in the podcast, we'll introduce one useful Japanese word, phrase, or grammatical function. Then we'll breakdown an example sentence using that word within a common context.Each example sentence will include a literal and more natural translation as well as all the vocabulary and grammar defined and explained. We are including ro-maji at the end, but we highly recommend avoiding that and work through the Japanese instead.   Buy this bundle now and get ALL future volumes in this series FREE   Not a beginner? Check out our Japanese Reader Collection

Makoto E-Zine series #49 Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese. NOTE: The print version is printed on demand and can take up to two weeks to arrive (usually sooner!). You'll instantly get the download version with either choice. Now includes handy QR codes on each page to scan and instantly hear that page's sound files. (You can still download the sound files and PDF for no extra charge)FREE sound files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading. The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand-new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge. IN THIS ISSUE: March 2022 Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns Vocabulary: 馬が合う Prefecture Spotlight: Aichi Etymology: ガチ Anime Phrase of the Day Haiku : 小林一茶 Kanji Spotlight: 友 Grammar Time! もう Japanese Readers: Takoyaki (beginner) + Kicchomu and the Owner of the Rice Cake Shop (Intermediate)  Buy now and start reading in seconds.

digiMakoto E-Zine series #48 Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese. NOTE: The print version is printed on demand and can take up to two weeks to arrive (usually sooner!). You'll instantly get the download version with either choice. Now includes handy QR codes on each page to scan and instantly hear that page's sound files. (You can still download the sound files and PDF for no extra charge)FREE sound files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading. The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge. IN THIS ISSUE: February 2022 Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns Vocabulary: あげあしを取る Prefecture Spotlight: Toyama Etymology: 猫ババ Anime Phrase of the Day Haiku : 松尾芭蕉 Kanji Spotlight: 母 Grammar Time!  になります Japanese Readers: Japanese Toilet (beginner) + Kicchomu’s Big Rock (Intermediate)  Buy now and start reading in seconds.

Makoto E-Zine series #47 Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese. NOTE: The print version is printed on demand and can take up to two weeks to arrive (usually sooner!). You'll instantly get the download version with either choice. Now includes handy QR codes on each page to scan and instantly hear that page's sound files. (You can still download the sound files and PDF for no extra charge)FREE sound files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading. The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge. IN THIS ISSUE: January 2022 Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns Vocabulary: 耳にたこができる Prefecture Spotlight: Ishikawa Etymology: 紐【ひも】 Anime Phrase of the Day Haiku : 正岡子規 Masaoka Shiki Kanji Spotlight: 父 Grammar Time! 前に Japanese Readers: Countryside in Japan (beginner) + Kicchomu’s Mouse Carving (Intermediate)  Buy now and start reading in seconds.

Makoto E-Zine series #46 Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese. NOTE: The print version is printed on demand and can take up to two weeks to arrive (usually sooner!). You'll instantly get the download version with either choice. Now includes handy QR codes on each page to scan and instantly hear that page's sound files. (You can still download the sound files and PDF for no extra charge)FREE sound files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading. The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge. IN THIS ISSUE: December 2021 Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns Vocabulary: あいづちを打つ Prefecture Spotlight: Fukui Etymology: 民 Anime Phrase of the Day Haiku : 芥川龍之介 Kanji Spotlight: 曜 Grammar Time!  ながら Japanese Readers: Trains (beginner) + Kicchomu (Intermediate)  Buy now and start reading in seconds.

digiMakoto E-Zine series #45 Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese. NOTE: The print version is printed on demand and can take up to two weeks to arrive (usually sooner!). You'll instantly get the download version with either choice. Now includes handy QR codes on each page to scan and instantly hear that page's sound files. (You can still download the sound files and PDF for no extra charge)FREE sound files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading. The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge. IN THIS ISSUE: November 2021 Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns Vocabulary: 白羽(しらは)の矢(や)を立(た)てる Prefecture Spotlight: 滋賀(しが) Etymology: 相模(さがみ) Anime Phrase of the Day Haiku : 与謝蕪村(よさぶそん) Kanji Spotlight: 正 Grammar Time!  でしょう Japanese Readers: On Bowing (beginner) + Hikoichi’s Kappa Fishing (Intermediate)  Buy now and start reading in seconds.

Now with Makoto+ Sentence Explorer Integration! Read, listen, study, and quiz all sentences in all books interactively both on our website and our mobile app (iPhone/iPad or Android). No extra charge but requires a free (no credit card required) Makoto+ account. JLPT N4 Bundle NOTE: Our 5-book JLPT N4 bundle is currently ON SALE, complete with FREE Lifetime Updates! This self-paced Japanese study guide is available for a limited time at a special discounted price. As we add more content, the price will increase. However, if you purchase it now, all future updates will be yours FREE FOREVER. ➡️ How to read the eBooks in your bundle? You may need to follow the steps outlined in our eBook guide. P.S. All our bundles feature: ✅ Multiple formats (PDF, ePub, MP3s, plus some have Anki flashcard decks) ✅ One-time payment ✅ Discounted compared to buying individually on Amazon ✅ Free lifetime updates to this bundle ✅ Instant download gratification **** Satisfaction Guaranteed **** Seriously, if the bundle doesn't meet your expectations because it's too easy or too difficult, just let us know. We'll gladly exchange it for a bundle that's better tailored to your needs. What is the JLPT? The Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) is an annual exam, offered twice a year in some countries, designed for students learning Japanese. It serves as a widely-recognized benchmark for gauging your proficiency in Japanese. While the material in this bundle is geared towards the N4 level of the JLPT, you don't have to take the test to benefit from it. The content is ideal for upper beginners who have already learned hiragana and basic grammar concepts. Who is this for? For upper beginners of the Japanese language and those wanting to take level N4 of the JLPT. What does it include? Our Five-eBook bundle provides comprehensive resources to help you excel in the Vocabulary, Grammar, and Kanji sections of the JLPT N4 test. Additional materials covering reading and listening will be released soon, and they will be available to you free of charge with this purchase. This bundle comes complete with ALL accompanying MP3s, PDFs, ePub, and Anki flashcard deck files. Note: This offer is for digital content only and does not include paperback versions. However, you will receive the same high-quality material in a convenient digital format. GRAMMAR Japanese Grammar for JLPT N4 covers much of the grammar needed to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test level N4. It includes 59 grammar points with hundreds of example phrases and sentences to illustrate construction and usage. UPPER BEGINNER LEVEL 101 pages (PDF) 239 Sound Files MP3s featuring both individual grammar point headers and example sentences Includes PDF, ePub, and MOBI Kindle eBook formats Each kanji has furigana (small hiragana over the kanji) VOCABULARY Japanese Vocabulary for JLPT N4 covers all the vocabulary needed to pass the Japanese Language Proficiency Test level N4. Included at no extra charge are 1,200 MP3s for every vocabulary word and example sentence. In addition to the individual sound files, we also created "chapter" sound files for you to listen to whenever and wherever. UPPER BEGINNER LEVEL 177 pages (PDF) Over 1,200 MP3s MP3s featuring both individual vocabulary words and example sentences Bonus Chapter MP3s for listening in order Chapter MP3s include the vocabulary word, each example sentence, and the English translation [Designed to be listened to with or without the eBook] Includes PDF, ePub, and MOBI Kindle eBook formats Each kanji has furigana (small hiragana over the kanji) Anki flashcard deck with 600+ vocabulary words, example sentences, and sound KANJI Whether you are planning to take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N4 or just would like a solid start on learning kanji, this book will teach you the most useful kanji in an easy-to-understand way. This book picks up where JLPT N5 leaves off and covers 178 kanji. Learn the most common readings, useful example jukugo (kanji combinations), and understand usage with an example sentence for each kanji. Best of all, download the 534 sound files from our server and listen while you learn. The sound files include the readings, examples, and an example sentence. UPPER BEGINNER LEVEL 367 pages (PDF) 178 essential kanji as found on the JLPT N4 test FREE MP3s of all the readings and examples found in the book Mnemonics and helpful comments throughout Every kanji has its correct stroke order shown Each kanji has multiple examples and an example sentence showing usage NEW! 178-Question Worksheet for practicing the readings NEW! Anki flashcard deck for practicing and memorizing the kanji SENTENCE PRACTICE Working through sentences is an excellent way to improve your overall understanding of Japanese. This book presents 100 Japanese sentences featuring JLPT N4 level grammar and vocabulary. It breaks down all the vocabulary and then quizzes you with fill-in-the-blank and translation exercises. More coming soon! Remember, buy this bundle now and get future updates free of charge as they are released. ありがとうございます — and here's to your Japanese! Please Note: This is the digital version of the books. There will be NO shipping charges since nothing will be shipped :) You will receive a Dropbox link which can be accessed from any device (phone, tablet, or computer) instantly. If you are on a computer, you can download it all by clicking on the Download button at the top right. You do not need to have a Dropbox account to access or download the files. If you don't see the email after your order, please check your spam folder or email us for support.

UPDATED! Bunbuku Tea-Kettle - a shape-shifting tanuki, disguised as a tea kettle, performs various tricks and brings fortune to a junk dealer. Bulk Discount - Remember, buy more to save more. Add two bundles to your cart and get an automatic 5% off your entire digital order; Buy three, get 10% off; Buy five or more and get a whopping 20% off your entire digital order! No coupon is needed! This bundle has popular Japanese short stories that will make your Japanese learning FUN. Every word is defined, grammar points are explained and kanji are explored. You will understand Japanese culture as well while polishing your grammar and learning new vocabulary words. ➡️ How to read the eBooks in your bundle? You may need to follow the steps outlined in our eBook guide P.S. All our bundles have: ✅ Multiple formats (PDF, ePub, MP3s, plus many have Anki flashcard decks)✅ One-time payment✅ Discounted compared to buying individually on Amazon✅ Free lifetime updates to this bundle✅ Instant download gratification✅ [Satisfaction Guaranteed] - Seriously, if you aren't happy with it because it's too easy or difficult, just let us know and we'll swap it with a bundle better suited for you or we'll refund your money. WHAT'S INCLUDED? As with the first Learn Japanese with Stories bundle, this bundle is complete with ten eBooks. While we won't add brand-new books to this bundle, we will add revisions and worksheets for the content. Purchase the bundle now before the price increase and get future updates for no additional charge! This is a bundle of eBooks in digital format. Download instantly and begin improving your Japanese reading skills (PDFs), listening abilities (sound files - slow and normal speed), and vocabulary (Anki flashcard decks). Most of the stories have Anki flashcard decks to quickly learn vocabulary (we'll add decks to all books soon). An amazing value! WHO IS THIS FOR? This bundle is recommended for upper beginners to intermediate students of Japanese. If you are just starting out, no problem! We have a bundle just for you. Click here to learn about our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha Beginner's Bundle. ---  Each volume sells on Amazon and elsewhere for $6.99. That's a $69.90 value currently -- but remember, you will get lifetime updates including new eBooks in the series and supplementary material. THE STORIES: Kachi Kachi Yama - A raccoon rascal is taught a lesson The Tenjo - A folk story about celestial maidens who come down with feathered robes. Princess Uriko - a Cinderella story about a girl born of a melon Hikoichi and the Kitsune Story 1 and 2 Kicchomu and the Falling Star - Can you sweep a star from the sky with a broom? Well, Kicchomu can. Kicchomu Selling Crows - Kicchomu finds a somewhat tricky way to sell his unwanted wares Hikoichi, Sitting in the Middle of Eight - The lord tests Hikoichi with a difficult problem [Includes free Anki flashcard deck for vocabulary] Hikoichi, Fishing for Kappa - What is Hikoichi up to now? Why, he's fishing for a Kappa [Includes free Anki flashcard deck for vocabulary] [Includes free Anki flashcard deck of vocabulary] Bowl-wearing Princess - Her mother commanded her to wear a bowl upon her head. It brought her shame and embarrassment, but can it also bring her true love? [Includes free Anki flashcard deck of vocabulary] The Wisdom of Oooka Echizen - This story is reminiscent of Solomon the Wise. [Includes free Anki flashcard deck of vocabulary] Kicchomu's Mouse Carving - Kicchomu shows his skill exceeds that of a master carver. Well, maybe not skill; more like cunning.  Kicchomu's Ferryboat - A troublesome samurai gets outsmarted by Kicchomu Kicchomu's Big Rock - Kicchomu has a big rock in his field. How does he get rid of it without lifting a finger? Kicchomu and the Rice Cake Shop Owner - Someone tricked Kicchomu into selling his horse. Read how he gets it back  Kicchomu and the Fire - Kicchomu's attempt to heed sage advice during a village crisis yields unexpected and comical results.  Kicchomu's Horse - His cunning ruse involving a seemingly magical horse leaves the wealthy headman utterly speechless.  Bunbuku Tea Kettle - a shape-shifting tanuki, disguised as a tea kettle, performs various tricks and brings fortune to a junk dealer. [NEW] BENEFITS: Each story includes two sound files. One read slowly and one read at normal speed NEW! Now our eBooks include a QR code so you can scan to instantly hear the sound file streamed to you on demand! An easy and fun introduction to Japanese folklore, tales, and stories—these are the classic stories every single Japanese person knows and loves, but few Westerners have even heard about! Read the most famous and interesting Japanese tales in real Japanese! Yes, as long as you have learned hiragana, you can read real Japanese today with these fully annotated stories. (Don’t know hiragana yet?! No problem. See our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha digital bundle here.) Every single line and every word are explained and defined. Designed specifically for upper beginners to intermediates. Build your Japanese vocabulary, understand new grammatical patterns, improve your reading skills, and hone in your listening abilities Traditional stories with a running gloss, each with two MP3s recorded by a native Japanese voice actress. Print out the PDFs and drop the MP3s on your phone for on the go studying. Anki decks - Most books (will eventually be all) include Anki flashcard decks to help you learn the vocabulary found in the stories. These decks are included free of charge. Over the years, thousands of people have enjoyed these stories sold individually for $4.99 or more each. Now, for the first time, you can get them all together for a single low price! Perfect for the beginner to intermediate student of Japanese. NOTE: Print Versions are Available! (Not included in this digital-only bundle) Click here for the print versions - Clay and Yumi's Paperbacks If you choose a digital version, you'll instantly get the download links in a minute after purchasing. The print versions also come with the digital files. You do not need to have a Dropbox account or pay anything further to access or download the files. You will be able to instantly download all files on a PC or Mac (computer or laptop) and/or access any individual file on any of your mobile devices. Learn more here. If you don't see the email after the order, please check your spam folder or email us for support. These books are available on Amazon.

Makoto E-Zine series #44 Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese. NOTE: The print version is printed on demand and can take up to two weeks to arrive (usually sooner!). You'll instantly get the download version with either choice. Now includes handy QR codes on each page to scan and instantly hear that page's sound files. (You can still download the sound files and PDF for no extra charge)FREE sound files of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading. The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge. IN THIS ISSUE: October 2021 Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns Vocabulary: 顔が広い Prefecture Spotlight: Mie Etymology: おら Anime Phrase of the Day Haiku : 正岡子規 Kanji Spotlight: 文 Grammar Time! なぜ・どうして Japanese Readers: Day Off (beginner) + The Wisdom of Ōoka Echizen (Intermediate) Buy now and start reading in seconds.