{"title":"Japanese Reader Collection Paperbacks","description":"","products":[{"product_id":"hikoichi-and-the-young-lord-paperback","title":"Learn Japanese with Stories Volume 1: Hikoichi [Paperback]","description":"\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/collections\/digital-downloads-japanese-reader-collection\/products\/complete-japanese-reader-collection\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNOTE: Don't need a physical book? 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 \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/files\/5e_large.png?2664123499288886943\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e133 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\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Reader Collection: Learn Japanese with Stories Vol 1\u003cbr\u003ePAPERBACK VERSION\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #fc0505;\"\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 style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePerfect for beginning and upper beginning students of Japanese. This affordable Japanese reader contains four complete stories of a clever and mischievous young man, Hikoichi.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eGet FREE MP3s of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker both slowly and at normal speed. Listen while reading. A link to download the files will be emailed to you immediately after ordering.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eRead–in Japanese–how the wise and young Hikoichi shows his smarts with these four short stories in Japanese. Yes, you can read real Japanese–even if you are just starting out in Japanese.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan style=\"line-height: 1.5;\"\u003eAll Japanese have furigana\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFour full traditional Japanese stories about the legendary Hikoichi.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEvery sentence is broken down word-for-word and with an 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\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\u003eDownload the FREE MP3s to listen while you study. Includes both normal speed and slow speed readings.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eThe first story\u003c\/em\u003e has the lord of the castle testing Hikoichi in a Solomon-esque question–which young lord is the true young lord? \u003cem\u003eThe second story\u003c\/em\u003e shows choosing the first and most favorable isn’t always best. In the end, only Hikoichi can enjoy the cherry blossoms. \u003cem\u003eThe third story\u003c\/em\u003e is about a mysterious, but the living umbrella. Some things are just too good to be true. \u003cem\u003eWe wrap things up\u003c\/em\u003e with Hikoichi’s encounter with a Tengu–a mythical creature whose straw raincoat renders its wearer invisible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWhile beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required. If you are brand-new to Japanese, we recommend our \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.thejapanshop.com\/products\/beri-beri-shoshinsha-beginners-bundle-digital-download\"\u003eBeri- Beri- Shoshshinsha digital bundle\u003c\/a\u003e first.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\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\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #990000;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePLEASE NOTE: you will also receive an email with a link to a Dropbox folder with the digital files. If you don't see the email immediately, please check your spam folder or email us for the link.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cinput id=\"idg-io-safe-browsing-enabled\" type=\"hidden\" oninit=\"true\"\u003e","brand":"TheJapanShop.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39830933274785,"sku":"SKU17731b","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/Hikoichin_V1_-1.jpg?v=1620415883"},{"product_id":"japanese-reader-collection-the-fountain-of-youth-paperback","title":"Learn Japanese with Stories Volume 9 - The Fountain of Youth [Paperback]","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #ff2a00;\"\u003e\u003cb\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSAVE WITH DIGITAL!\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan\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\"\u003eDon't need a physical book? This is also available in this Money-Saving Digital Bundle.\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cbr\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_N4_480x480.png?v=1620553988\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"text-align: center;\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #2b00ff;\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-mce-fragment=\"1\"\u003e78 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\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eJapanese Reader Collection Volume 9 - The Fountain of Youth \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\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. (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 \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\u003cp\u003e\u003cinput id=\"idg-io-safe-browsing-enabled\" type=\"hidden\" oninit=\"true\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"TheJapanShop.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":9985238892580,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/JRC-9_Cover.jpg?v=1571438939"},{"product_id":"japanese-reader-collection-volume-6-yuki-onna-paperback","title":"Learn Japanese with Stories Volume 6: Yuki Onna [Paperback]","description":"\u003cp\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\"\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNOTE: Don't need a physical book? 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. 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":"TheJapanShop.com","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":11603886669860,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/yuki_onna_V6_-1_71a8b4d5-77d5-4045-854c-2fd3b1fb0f44.jpg?v=1620555166"},{"product_id":"japanese-reader-collection-volume-7-the-little-match-girl-paperback","title":"Learn Japanese with Stories Volume 7: The Little Match Girl [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 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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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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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? 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\"\u003e96 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 11 Kachi Kachi Yama: 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\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. 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":39841891385505,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/cover-300.jpg?v=1620560330"},{"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. 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":42246698631388,"sku":"","price":14.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1214\/2784\/products\/12-cover---500.jpg?v=1640783525"},{"product_id":"learn-japanese-with-stories-volume-13-hikoichi-and-the-kitsune-paperback","title":"Learn Japanese with Stories Volume 13: Hikoichi and the Kitsune [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 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. 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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 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. (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\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKicchomu is a character very similar to another favorite of ours: Hikoichi. Kicchomu was an actual person who lived during the Edo period. However, the stories about him came much later. 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