Textbooks

As a beginning Japanese textbook for a new generation, the concept of this book is self-discovery and connection with the world. It is packed full of language learning activities that include clear goal setting, topics appropriate to students’ knowledge level, and engagement with social media. Suitable for self-study as well as working with a teacher. This is the second in the Beginning Japanese level. If you need the first textbook, please click here. 400 pages 978-4-87424-900-0 Published by Kurosio

As a beginning Japanese textbook for a new generation, the concept of this book is self-discovery and connection with the world. It is packed full of language learning activities that include clear goal setting, topics appropriate to students’ knowledge level, and engagement with social media. Suitable for self-study as well as working with a teacher. 384 pages 978-4-87424-870-6 Published by Kurosio

Starter A1 Katsudoo A2 Beginning Level 1 Katsudoo (exercises) Coursebook for communicative language competences. Marugoto is a coursebook for adult learners of Japanese that is based on the JF Standard* for Japanese Language-Education. Learners at Elementary1 level (A2) can have simple conversational exchanges about familiar everyday matters. Based on the philosophy of “Japanese for mutual understanding," each topic features people from a variety of cultural backgrounds interacting in Japanese. Hints about cross-cultural understanding, such as in dialog content, photos, and illustrations, can be found throughout the book.  Marugoto also places importance on audio input for language learning, with many classroom activities for listening to natural conversation. In Katsudoo the aim is to develop practical communicative ability through listening to a variety of Japanese and through speaking practice. In Rikai you are able to systematically study the language systems needed for communication. Both Katsudoo and Rikai can be main teaching materials, and the topics are the same. By studying using both, you can acquire an overall ability in Japanese. 181 pages Download supplementary materials including audio recordings from the website. ISBN 978-4-384-05754-6  

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

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

Excellent for Intermediates who have completed Genki II, and for those who have completed N4. Balances the four skills of reading, writing, speaking, and listening to help you enter the advanced levels. Students may also want the Workbook--especially if you have a teacher or a tutor who can check your work. 259 Pages + 63 page Kanji Booklet ISBN 978-4-7890-1695-7

A collection of the most important Japanese grammatical patterns with explanation and many examples.If you are a beginner, I would recommend A Dictionary of Basic Japanese Grammar instead. But if you are a teacher or an upper beginner (and above) student and you are looking for a single book that covers the most important grammar, this 700+ page book is an excellent resource.Contents:Each entry gives construction, multiple example sentences (more than the Dictionary of Japanese Grammar series), and explains the meaning and differences between similar grammatical patterns.  744 Pages | ISBN 978-4-874246788

The Genki series is a very popular Japanese textbook used by students and teachers around the world. It works well in the classroom as well as for individual study. For the self-study student, we recommend getting the workbook if you have someone who can check your work and penmanship. Otherwise, you might want to just start with the textbook. Genki gives students a solid grounding in all four language skills: listening; speaking; reading; and writing 390 pages Brand New 3rd Edition ISBN 978-4-7890-1732-9  

日本語を磨こう！ Let’s polish our Japanese! Do you have a passion for the martial arts and would like a deeper understanding of the terms and names used? If so, this book is for you. We have gathered common martial art terms and names that come from Japanese. Will it help you with your forms or give extra power to your kick? No, not at all. Will it help with pronunciation and understanding of the language you hear in the dojo? Absolutely. - Covers 300 essential words and phrases - Understand the meaning behind common words like dojo or even karate. - Includes a FREE download of MP3s of the Japanese for each word. 

Excellent for Intermediates who have completed Genki II, and for those who have completed N3. You will need the textbook to use this workbook. Click here for it. Requires the IAIJ Textbook. Best if used with a teacher or tutor to check work 149 Pages ISBN 978-4-7890-1308-6  

Excellent for Intermediates who have completed Genki II, and for those who have completed N3. Students may also want the Workbook--especially if you have a teacher or a tutor who can check your work. Includes 2 CDs 342 Pages ISBN 978-4-7890-1307-9  

Excellent for Intermediates who have completed Tobira, possibly after Genki II, and for those who have completed N3.  

Tobira is designed for students who have completed a basic textbook series but need help solidifying the grammar, vocabulary, and kanji they have learned. This book covers grammar and writing power by giving practice beyond the Tobira textbook. The main textbook can be found here: Tobira Textbook. 205 Pages Published by Kurosio

This is the workbook to the Kanji Look and Learn textbook. While you can use the textbook alone, having the workbook is recommended. You'll find the exercises and fill-in-the blank quizzes helpful.

Designed as a fun bridge between beginner and intermediate, enjoy Doraemon's comics while learning important intermediate level Japanese. 194 pages Includes detachable answer key

Tobira is designed for students who have completed a basic textbook series but need help solidifying the grammar, vocabulary, and kanji they have learned. This book covers 800 of the most important kanji. It reviews the 200-300 kanji a basic level textbook should teach and adds to that. The main textbook can be found here: Tobira Textbook. 236 Pages Published by Kurosio