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Description
Japan’s Jidai Series Vol. 1: Jōmon & Yayoi Periods
Discover Japan’s earliest civilizations—and build real Japanese reading skill—with a clear, learner-friendly reader crafted for upper beginners.
Upper-Beginner Friendly
Real history, approachable language, smooth difficulty curve.
Line-by-Line Support
Japanese text plus vocabulary and grammar notes for each line.
Audio via QR Codes
Listen to native recordings for shadowing and pronunciation.
Anki Flashcards Included
Reinforce vocabulary on the go with the downloadable deck.
What You’ll Learn
- Jōmon Culture: Pottery, lifeways, and early spiritual practices that shaped prehistoric Japan.
- Yayoi Transformation: Rice cultivation, metal tools, and social shifts that set the stage for early statehood.
- Cultural Evolution: How Jōmon and Yayoi developments influenced later Japanese history and identity.
Inside the Book
- Line-by-Line Reader: Clear Japanese passages with vocabulary and grammar notes.
- Furigana Support: Read confidently while growing kanji recognition.
- Full English Translations: Review and confirm comprehension at the end.
- Audio Access: Scan QR codes to stream or download native recordings.
What’s Included
- Primary reader (digital and/or paperback, depending on option selected)
- MP3 audio via QR codes
- Downloadable Anki deck for vocabulary review
- Vocabulary lists and focused grammar explanations
Who It’s For
Learners at the upper-beginner to lower-intermediate level who want meaningful reading practice, cultural depth, and guided support to understand every line with confidence.
Travel back to ancient Japan—and move your Japanese forward. Add Volume 1 to your library and start reading today.
Details
- Series: Japan’s Jidai (Volume 1)
- Focus: Jōmon & Yayoi Periods (prehistoric to proto-historic Japan)
- Level: Upper Beginner / Lower Intermediate
- Formats: Paperback and Digital (PDF + MP3 + Anki deck)
- Publisher: Kotoba Books
Is the audio included?
Yes. You'll receive all the digital files immediately in addition to having the paperback shipped to you. Scan the QR codes inside the book to access native MP3 recordings for listening, shadowing, and review.
Do I need to know a lot of kanji?
Furigana is provided to support kanji reading. As you gain confidence, try the full-text sections and check the English translations at the end.
Is there a flashcard deck?
Yes. A downloadable Anki deck is included to reinforce vocabulary from the reader.
