Learn Japanese with Japanese History [Digital Download]
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We've added Anki flashcard decks with sound and pitch accents. Plus, Volume 1 and 2 have been revised.
This 6-book self-paced learning Japanese study guide is ON SALE + FREE Lifetime updates! 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.
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Would you like to read real Japanese while learning about Japanese history?
This series--currently 6 volumes--presents stories on Japanese history and culture. Like our Japanese fairy tale reader series, these eBooks break down every sentence with both vocabulary definitions and grammatical explanations. It also includes MP3s of each story read both slowly and at normal speed and Anki decks for all the stories in the bundle.
Best of all, as we add more to this series, you will be able to get free updates. Buy now while the price is low!
We do not recommend this bundle for true beginners. If you are just starting out, please consider our beginner's bundle here.
Includes Volume 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6
Eighteen Stories included: (more will be added for no extra charge)* The Three Warlords Who Unified Japan* Sakamoto Ryoma, the Reformer * Miyamoto Musashi, Japan's Greatest Swordsman * All about Ninja* The Tragic Story of the 47 Ronin* Takeda Shingen, the Man who almost had it All* The Loyal Dog, Hachiko* Instant Ramen* Kurosawa of the World* Reiwa, a New Era* Tsuyu, Japan's Rainy Season* Japan's Giant Hornet* Ukiyo-e Part I About Ukiyo-e* Ukiyo-e Part II About the Artists* Ukiyo-e Part III Influence on Western Art* Tunnels in Japan* The Blue Tunnel* Seikan Tunnel
Includes two MP3s per story. One read at normal speed and one slowly
All Japanese have furigana starting with kanji. (in the Running Gloss section)
Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with an explanation of the grammar.
The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.
Kanji in Focus covers the key kanji found in each essay
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!).
Audio Sample: A short normal speed reading followed by a slightly slower version (both are included for every story in the bundle.
iamclayb · Japanese History Audio Sample
While beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required. Recommended for Upper Beginners to Intermediates. (JLPT N4 or N3 levels)
Learn about Japanese history and culture as you improve your vocabulary, reading, and listening comprehension.
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Learn Japanese Through Audio Stories Shitakiri Suzume (Includes PDF + MP3s)
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NOTE: The story is available in the Complete Japanese Reader Collection Bundle. This product is for the AUDIO-ONLY VERSION (with the PDF of the book included)
The Shitakiri Suzume is a traditional Japanese folk tale about a kind old man, his mean wife, and a sparrow. Beginners can get a lot out of this product, but hiragana and very basic Japanese is required. Audio Only–listen while you drive, jog, or while relaxing.
Audio includes the story read at normal speed and at a slow speed
Audio also includes spaces for repetition and key vocabulary
Works with PCs or Macs; Total Runtime: 1:06:30
All Japanese have furigana (printed version) and romaji for those starting out.
Every sentence is broken down word-for-word and with explanation of the grammar.
The full story in Japanese only (without the running gloss) is also provided so you can practice reading without interruption.
Download the FREE MP3s to listen while you study.
Learn Japanese through Audio Stories: Shitakiri Suzume
Perfect for beginning and upper beginning students of Japanese. This affordable Japanese reader will help you build your Japanese vocabulary, reading skills, and listening comprehension.
Shitakiri Suzume follows a common theme in Japanese fairy tales: a childless old couple raising a son or daughter. But instead of a human, the story revolves around a sparrow, the loving pet of the old man. Also common with other tales, there is a moral to the story. Don't be greedy!
The second story, Kobutori Jiisan, teaches that a happy disposition often leads to happy conclusions.While beginners to Japanese can get a lot from this, hiragana knowledge is required.
Finally, 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!
Please note: you will receive a zip file which must be opened with a PC or Mac. Later, you can send the files to your phone or tablet.
Makoto Japanese e-Zine #7 October 2018
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IN THIS ISSUE:
NEW READER: Frank and the Obaasan33 Pages
* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns* Prefecture Spotlight: Miyazaki* Etymology: 二足の草鞋* Phrase of the Day* Kanji Spotlight: Big Dogs are Okay* Grammar Time! 失礼* Frank and the Obaasan Reader, Grammatical Notes, Kanji Notes, and English Translation
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Ninja Penguin Talks Japanese in Japan [Paperback]
$21.00
This is the paperback version but it also includes the Kindle, ePub, and MP3s as a download.
If you would like just the eBook version, please purchase our Japanese Culture Bundle by clicking here.
Penguin’s dream of completing Ninja Academy has finally come true…
Almost.
One test remains: he must journey to the far frigid shores of Hokkaido in order to become a true Ninja Penguin. Besides, it is simply too hot in the sub-tropical Okinawa.
Hokkaido, in northern Japan with its far more reasonable climate, sounds REALLY nice to a penguin who had been training many seasons in the Okinawan heat.
200 page paperback
INCLUDES: Sound files totaling over one hour of audio lessons are also included for FREE.
INCLUDES: PDF, Kindle, ePub, and MP3s
Learn over 500 Beginner Level Vocabulary Words
Learn Important facts about all 47 Prefectures of Japan
This book chronicles what the penguin experienced as he toured the forty-seven prefectures that make up Japan. He learned much about Japanese culture and geography while picking up more than 500 useful vocabulary words. You too can learn these important beginner-level words with the helpful hints and puzzles found throughout this book. As you work through each lesson, we invite you to listen to the specially formatted audio files.
Makoto Japanese e-Zine #13 March 2019 | Digital Download + MP3s
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IN THIS ISSUE: March 2019
NEW READER: Frank and the Obaasan & Kurosawa Reader* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns* Vocabulary: Angry words* Prefecture Spotlight: Ehime* Etymology: Unexpected Katakana* Phrase of the Day* Haiku: Takahama Kyoshi* Kanji Spotlight: Counting Days* Grammar Time! が* Japanese Readers: Frank & the Obaasan Episode 9 Kurosawa Reader
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Makoto Japanese e-Zine #2
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Ocha: All about Japanese Green Tea NEW READER: Sakamoto Ryoma
* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns: おやじギャグ* Prefecture Spotlight: ISHIKAWA* Etymology: 狸寝入り* Phrase of the Day: Famous novel opening lines* Ukiyo-e: Utamaro* Kanji Spotlight: 悪* Grammar Time! ~ましょう
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Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha for Absolute Beginners of Japanese [Digital Download]
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UPDATED!
We just added the new Yonde Miyo~ Volume 5 eBook. That gets us up to 16 full eBooks for this bundle (as well as many PDF worksheets).
If you've bought this bundle, please download the new PDF or ePub and sound files in the Dropbox link you received when you purchased the bundle--or email us if you have trouble finding that link. We are also emailing past customers with this update.
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While not a replacement for a textbook, Beri-Beri Shoshinsha offers a recommended study path that’s perfect for absolute beginners in learning the Japanese language.
➡️ How to read the eBooks in your bundle? You may need to follow the steps outlined in our eBook guide
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✅ 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.
A Digital Toolkit for (very) Beginners of Japanese with MP3 Sound Files of all the Japanese
WHO IS THIS FOR?
Total beginners and "eternal" beginners. Are you struggling with hiragana? Know all the kana but need to improve your reading comprehension? Our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha beginner's bundle of digital books and resources will not only help you with those but also Japanese grammar, vocabulary, kanji, and listening comprehension.
If you have never studied a lick of Japanese, this is for you. If you feel like you are an "eternal beginner," this is for you. If you are studying for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N5, this bundle is also for you.
Japanese reading practice for beginners
In addition to foundational topics, Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha also contains dozens of short stories to practice reading hiragana and even simple kanji.
INCREDIBLE VALUE
Get 16 eBooks and resource packs for one low price and all with sound files. Pay once and get lifetime updates including updates and supplementary material.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
Introduction to Japanese [Exclusive to this bundle]
Hiragana, the Basics of Japanese *
Hiragana Worksheets [Exclusive to this bundle]
Katakana, the Basics of Japanese
100 Grammar Points
100 Essential Kanji
Inazuma 1: About Japanese Pronouns
Frank & the Obaasan Volume 1 [a beginning reader]
Frank & the Obaasan Volume 2 [a beginning reader]
101 Japanese Set Phrases & Power Words [Now includes Anki flashcard deck]
Yonde Miyo~ Volume 1
Yonde Miyo~ Volume 2
Yonde Miyo~ Volume 3
Yonde Miyo~ Volume 4
Yonde Miyo~ Volume 5 NEW!
MakotoMagazine #1*
MakotoMagazine #19*
Japanese Sentences: Beginning Phrases
* All of the above are exclusive to this bundle except the two Makoto Magazine issues (which are also found in the value bundles Volume 1 and Volume 4) and The Hiragana, the Basics of Japanese book (which is also in our Japanese Reader Collection). The Frank and the Obaasan series is also found in its own, but this is the best value overall. All other titles and worksheets are only found here.
All titles include sound files!
For beginners of Japanese--even (especially) those just starting out
Once you learn hiragana, next comes practice, and this bundle includes tons of fun practice. We call these stories "Yonde Miyou" which means "try to read" or "let's read."
Each story or essay is short and interesting. No Dick and Jane or boring fluff. Read about common (and funny) mistakes foreigners make in Japan or Japanese. Learn about unusual aspects of Japanese culture.
Each story is presented three times. Once in hiragana only with spaces. Once in full Japanese but with furigana over every kanji. And lastly, the story is presented again without furigana. Oh, and every word and grammatical pattern is defined and explained.
There are over two dozen of these stories. And that's just one section of Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha!
ABOUT THE TITLE
The name is a play on two English words plus the Japanese word for “beginner”. ベリー beri- sounds like “very” and “berry” and 初心者 shoshinsha means “beginner” in Japanese (see the breakdown of that word below).
So, ベリーベリー初心者 (beri- beri- shoshinsha) can mean “very very beginners” or “berry berry beginners.” The name isn’t particularly meaningful, but it is cute and we like it. :)
Buy this bundle now, Pay once and get lifetime updates including future contents and supplementary material.
Not a beginner? Check out our Japanese Reader Collection
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Makoto Japanese e-Zine #20 October 2019 | Digital Download + MP3s
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Makoto E-Zine series #20Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese.FREE MP3s 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 new 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 2019NEW READER: よんでみよう! Let's Read! & Ukiyoe, Part Two* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns* Vocabulary* Prefecture Spotlight* Etymology* Phrase of the Day* Haiku: Basho* Kanji Spotlight* Grammar Time!* Japanese Readers: Yonde miyou! Let's Read! and Ukiyoe, Part Two
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Makoto Japanese e-Zine #19 September 2019 | Digital Download + MP3s
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Makoto E-Zine series #19Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese.FREE MP3s 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 new 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: September 2019NEW READER: Frank and the Obaasan #15 (LAST EPISODE!) & Ukiyoe, Part One* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns* Vocabulary* Prefecture Spotlight* Etymology* Phrase of the Day* Haiku: Basho* Kanji Spotlight* Grammar Time!* Japanese Readers: Frank & the Obaasan Episode 15 and Ukiyoe, Part One
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Makoto Japanese e-Zine #18 August 2019 | Digital Download + MP3s
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Makoto E-Zine series #18Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese.FREE MP3s 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 new 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: August 2019NEW READER: Frank and the Obaasan & Japan's Giant Hornets* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns* Vocabulary* Prefecture Spotlight* Etymology* Phrase of the Day* Haiku: Basho* Kanji Spotlight* Grammar Time! * Japanese Readers: Frank & the Obaasan Episode 14 and Japan's Giant Hornets
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Makoto Japanese e-Zine #9 December 2018
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IN THIS ISSUE:
NEW READER: Frank and the Obaasan & The Hundred Tales Game37 Pages
* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns* Prefecture Spotlight: Nagasaki* Etymology: Oyatsu* Phrase of the Day: Tomorrow is another day* Kanji Spotlight: Directions* Grammar Time! Using Ne* Frank and the Obaasan Reader, Grammatical Notes, Kanji Notes, and English Translation* The Hundred Tales Game
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Makoto Japanese e-Zine #4 July 2018
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IN THIS ISSUE:
NEW READER: Ninja
* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns* Prefecture Spotlight: Aichi* Etymology* Phrase of the Day: Love Words* Japanese Art: Byobu* Kanji Spotlight* Grammar Time! * Reader: Ninja!
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Makoto Japanese e-Zine #10 January 2019
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IN THIS ISSUE: New Year's Special Issue
NEW READERS: Frank and the Obaasan & The Wise Child31 Pages
* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns
* Prefecture Spotlight: Saga
* Etymology: New Year's Eve in Japanese
* Phrase of the Day: New Year's Greetings
* Kanji Spotlight: Kanji Stroke Order Rules
* Grammar Time! GA as a conjunction
* Frank and the Obaasan Reader, Grammatical Notes, Kanji Notes, and English Translation [Beginner Level]
* The Wise Child Reader [Beginner Level]
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Makoto Japanese e-Zine #3 June 2018
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IN THIS ISSUE:
Sushi: How to Make Sushi Easy and Cheap NEW READER: Miyamoto Musashi
* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns: おやじギャグ* Prefecture Spotlight: Toyama* Etymology: 二枚目* Phrase of the Day: Useful English proverbs in Japanese* Ukiyo-e: Hokusai* Kanji Spotlight: 金* Grammar Time! 予定 and つもり* Reader: Miyamoto Musashi, Japan's Greatest Swordsman
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Makoto Japanese e-Zine #8 November 2018
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IN THIS ISSUE:
NEW READER: Frank and the Obaasan & The Fountain of Youth33 Pages
* Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns* Prefecture Spotlight: Kumamoto* Etymology: Mizu ni Nagasou* Phrase of the Day: The Pen is Mightier than the Sword* Kanji Spotlight: JLPT N5 Kanji Numbers* Grammar Time! Plan To: yotei; tsumori* Frank and the Obaasan Reader, Grammatical Notes, Kanji Notes, and English Translation* The Fountain of Youth
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