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Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 1 ~ vol. 3

Mon, 29 Sep 2008 01:14:44 -0400

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 1 ~ vol. 3

Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside...

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 9

Mon, 02 Jun 2008 02:34:23 -0400

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 9

Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside...

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 7

Tue, 29 Apr 2008 22:41:07 -0400

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 7

Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside...

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 8

Thu, 22 May 2008 23:02:00 -0400

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 8

Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside...

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 4

Thu, 28 Aug 2008 22:33:10 -0400

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 4

Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside...

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 5

Thu, 05 Jul 2007 11:30:47 -0400

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 5

Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside...

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 10

Mon, 09 Jun 2008 00:09:20 -0400

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 10

Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside...

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 6

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 09:14:58 -0400

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 6

Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside...

Kanji in Mangaland Levels 1 and 2

Wed, 03 Sep 2008 10:24:28 -0400

Kanji in Mangaland Levels 1 and 2

Kanji in Mangaland is the newest addition to the "Mangaland " family of books on Japanese didactics. It is the first in a series of three volumes introducing a new and original method of studying Japanese ideograms - known as kanji. The kanji of the Japanese written language tends to be one of the most appealing features about Japanese, as well as the greatest challenge that most Western students encounter. We present a method, based on visual memory through picture and mnemonics association...

The Magic Seeds ~ Doraemon Bilingual Book

Wed, 16 May 2007 12:56:12 -0400

The Magic Seeds ~ Doraemon Bilingual Book

Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. J-List is pleased to be able to bring you bilingual storybooks featuring the famous robot cat, which can be used to introduce children to the wonder of Doraemon through the English version or be used as a study took for beginning Japanese language students through the Japanese version. These books feature all color pages, easy to read...

The Live Animal Book ~ Doraemon Bilingual Book

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 02:17:13 -0400

The Live Animal Book ~ Doraemon Bilingual Book

Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. J-List is pleased to be able to bring you bilingual storybooks featuring the famous robot cat, which can be used to introduce children to the wonder of Doraemon through the English version or be used as a study took for beginning Japanese language students through the Japanese version. These books feature all color pages, easy to read...

Japan Trivia ~ Eigo de Hanasu Zatsugaku Nippon Q&A

Wed, 05 Nov 2008 02:50:54 -0500

Japan Trivia ~ Eigo de Hanasu Zatsugaku Nippon Q&A

Why was the image of a red sun adopted as the Japanese Flag? Why do the Japanese make a chopping motion with one hand while passing in front of others? Why to Japanese adults read comic books on trains? If you've ever pondered these and other questions to yourself about the Japanese culture but could never found out the answer, then "Japan Trivia" is the book for you. This powerful book by Kodansha international is chock full of answers ranging from Japanese food, behaviors, the downsides of...

Comic REX July 2009

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:45:18 -0500

Comic REX July 2009

It's time for a new issue of Comic REX, offering 600+ pages of quality manga written with furigana pronunciations (making it recommended for those studying Japanese) and printed in the satisfying "phone book" format that are great to read. Currently running more than 20 manga offerings, including The Girl Who Leapt Through Space, The Heroism, LL Sister, Shinobu no Ichi, and much more. Each issue will feature various free stuff, too, like the pencil board from The Girl Who Leapt Through Space...

Crazy Shrine Maidens Anthology Comic 2 ~ Kannagi Anthology Comic vol. 2

Fri, 16 Oct 2009 22:52:32 -0400

Crazy Shrine Maidens Anthology Comic 2 ~ Kannagi Anthology Comic vol. 2

Kannagi (aka Crazy Shrine Maidens) is a comedy, magic themed manga originally published by Comic REX that's recently been made into a full fledged anime. The story revolves around the protagonist Jin Mikuriya who carves a statue out of a sacred tree that comes to life in the form of a Goddess. For fans of the series here is an cool anthology comic that regroups 18 small sequels based on Kannagi and drawn by various skilled artist. Very funny to read, this is a item that we highly recommend for...

The Tales of Miyazawa Kenji

Fri, 31 Oct 2008 04:00:17 -0400

The Tales of Miyazawa Kenji

Kenji Miyazawa is one of the finest writers of fiction in Japan's postwar period, who crafted many works that are loved by children and grown-ups alike, creator of Night of Galactic Railroad, which inspired Galaxy Express 999. Here's a bilingual book that presents eight of his stories to you in both English and the original Japanese. Included are his seminal works The Restaurant of Many Orders, The Wildcat and the Acorns and Night of the Festival. 200 pages.

Crazy Shrine Maidens Anthology Comic 1 ~ Kannagi Anthology Comic vol. 1

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 02:35:59 -0400

Crazy Shrine Maidens Anthology Comic 1 ~ Kannagi Anthology Comic vol. 1

Kannagi (aka Crazy Shrine Maidens) is a comedy, magic themed manga originally published by Comic REX that's recently been made into a full fledged anime. The story revolves around the protagonist Jin Mikuriya who carves a statue out of a sacred tree that comes to life in the form of a Goddess. For fans of the series here is an cool anthology comic that regroups 15 small sequels based on Kannagi and drawn by various skilled artist. Very funny to read, this is a item that we highly recommend for...

VIE AU JAPON 12 ~ Nihon e toki Jiten 12

Mon, 21 Jan 2008 04:59:44 -0500

VIE AU JAPON 12 ~ Nihon e toki Jiten 12

J-List carries many bilingual books which present various important subjects in dual languages for easy study. This book brings internationalism to a new level by teaching you all about Japan with all book content in French and Japanese. Great for French-speaking customers who desire to learn about Japan in exciting new ways, this is a really useful book that's full of information on many aspects of things you'll see in Japan. Published by JTB.

Comic REX Reserve Subscription

Fri, 27 Mar 2009 00:03:58 -0400

Comic REX Reserve Subscription

J-List is happy to carry the popular Comic REX under our popular monthly "reserve subscription" system, and it's a manga you will love: 600+ pages of quality manga written with furigana pronunciations and printed in the satisfying "phone book" format that are great to read. Currently running more than 20 manga offerings, including The Girl Who Leapt Through Space, the official Touhou monthly manga, the Etrian Odyssey 2 official manga, Te to Te TRYON!, the new manga from GTO artist Tohru...

The Manga Cook Book

Mon, 02 Mar 2009 03:52:17 -0500

The Manga Cook Book

Featuring more than two dozen recipes, The Manga Cookbook shows you how to make Japanese food with real "character!" Reading manga sure can make a person hungry! Food appears frequently in Japanese comics, but what exactly is it that the characters are eating? Introducing The Manga Cookbook, an illustrated step-by-step guide to preparing Japanese cuisine. Learn to identify and make the same things you see in all your favorite manga: authentic onigiri (rice balls), yakitori (skewered chicken...

Hiragana Times July 2008 No. 261

Tue, 15 Jul 2008 23:54:43 -0400

Hiragana Times July 2008 No. 261

Hiragana Times is a highly recommended monthly publication that combines useful current events with learning the Japanese language. A monthly magazine that features articles both in English and in Japanese, complete with furigana pronunciation, to help learners who haven't mastered kanji yet. Filled with tons of cultural articles that make you think relating to current events, interviews with famous Japanese celebrities, Japanese pop culture, travel, and even articles written by readers...

Culture in Japan -- Living Japanese Through Comics

Wed, 16 May 2007 13:37:10 -0400

Culture in Japan -- Living Japanese Through Comics

Often we are asked by customers what is the best way to study Japanese and often our answer is, to find something that you enjoy about the Japanese language and culture and use that to help facilitate your studies. Whether movies, J-pop, or comics, you'll find yourself with boundless energy to study when you eagerly want to know what people are talking about. This book by Ask Digital Japan is an excellent series for both the beginner and seasoned veteran to quickly learn the Japanese language...

Comic REX May 2009

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 19:18:43 -0500

Comic REX May 2009

J-List is happy to carry the popular Comic REX under our popular monthly "reserve subscription" system, and it's a manga you will love: 600+ pages of quality manga written with furigana pronunciations and printed in the satisfying "phone book" format that are great to read. Currently running more than 20 manga offerings, including The Girl Who Leapt Through Space, the official Touhou monthly manga, the Etrian Odyssey 2 official manga, Te to Te TRYON!, the new manga from GTO artist Tohru...

Ponyo on the Cliff by Sea Film Comic 1 ~ Gake no Ue no Ponyo Film Comic 1

Wed, 13 Aug 2008 01:58:29 -0400

Ponyo on the Cliff by Sea Film Comic 1 ~ Gake no Ue no Ponyo Film Comic 1

The Japanese both young and young at heart are excited about the latest Miyazaki/Studio Ghibli film about a cute goldfish that yearns to become human called Ponyo (a name that sounds like a bouncing ball or bubble, that you'll enjoy repeating just because it sounds so cute). This purchase is for an ultra cute "Sea Film" comic for you to enjoy. It takes you through the movie utilizing actual cells used in the movie. The book is designed for children, so it includes furigana pronunciations on the...

Comickers Art Style vol. 6

Sun, 10 Aug 2008 23:17:38 -0400

Comickers Art Style vol. 6

With a large subculture devoted entirely to creating comic and graphic art, Japan appears to lead the globe in comic art, with many publications dedicated to just the creation. The most prominent is Comickers, a publication whose raison d'etre seems to be to teach the various methods of comic art creation directly from the professionals. In this side publication dedicated in this fourth volume to "show to show a world outlook," Comickers assembles a gathering of pros to teach us how it's done...

Haruhi Suzumiya's Kyoen -- Haruhi Comic Anthology ~ Suzumiya Haruhi no Kyouen

Fri, 06 Nov 2009 11:17:00 -0500

Haruhi Suzumiya's Kyoen -- Haruhi Comic Anthology ~ Suzumiya Haruhi no Kyouen

A super item for fans of the Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya, this the official comic anthology, featuring original stories that are awesome to read. In addition to the multiple manga stories, you get color illustration pages including work by the famous Yasu. 160 pages, by Ryu Tanigawa. Buy 4 or more manga comics and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)

Basic Lucky Cat Coin Bank

Fri, 11 Jul 2008 03:49:40 -0400

Basic Lucky Cat Coin Bank

Make your savings lucky with this ceramic Lucky Cat (aka Maneki Neko) coin bank. Lucky Cat is one of the most visible traditional symbols in Japan, often used to wish for business success or for good will towards guests. A fun way to save up some extra cash, and great as a tip jar, too! Measures 5.5 inches tall (15 cm). An authentic traditional Japanese item, made in Japan. Includes a bilingual explaination of Lucky Cat from the ceramics manufacturer in Aichi Prefecture.

Comic REX June 2009

Wed, 10 Jun 2009 01:30:39 -0400

Comic REX June 2009

Another wonderful issue of Comic REX is in stock: 600+ pages of quality manga written with furigana pronunciations (making it recommended for those studying Japanese) and printed in the satisfying "phone book" format that are great to read. Currently running more than 20 manga offerings, including The Girl Who Leapt Through Space, the official Touhou monthly manga, the Etrian Odyssey 2 official manga, Te to Te TRYON!, the new manga from GTO artist Tohru Fujisawa Reverend D Zero, and much more...

Azumanga Daioh Renewal ver. 3 ~ Third Grade

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:45:18 -0500

Azumanga Daioh Renewal ver. 3 ~ Third Grade

"The 21st century four panel manga begins here." So proclaims the cover of this new 10th anniversary commemorative edition of Azumanga Daioh, reissued in a handsome collectable format across three B6-size volumes. Now famous for his ongoing manga Yotsubato! , author and illustrator Azuma Kiyohiko saw his rise to fame in this monthly series of vertical four-panel comic strips chronicling the humor and wit in the daily lives of a group of average, yet extraordinary, high school girls. Each volume...

Azumanga Daioh Renewal ver. 1 ~ First Grade

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:45:18 -0500

Azumanga Daioh Renewal ver. 1 ~ First Grade

"The 21st century four panel manga begins here." So proclaims the cover of this new 10th anniversary commemorative edition of Azumanga Daioh, reissued in a handsome collectable format across three B6-size volumes. Now famous for his ongoing manga Yotsubato! , author and illustrator Azuma Kiyohiko saw his rise to fame in this monthly series of vertical four-panel comic strips chronicling the humor and wit in the daily lives of a group of average, yet extraordinary, high school girls. Each volume...

Azumanga Daioh Renewal ver. 2 ~ Second Grade

Thu, 05 Nov 2009 12:45:18 -0500

Azumanga Daioh Renewal ver. 2 ~ Second Grade

"The 21st century four panel manga begins here." So proclaims the cover of this new 10th anniversary commemorative edition of Azumanga Daioh, reissued in a handsome collectable format across three B6-size volumes. Now famous for his ongoing manga Yotsubato! , author and illustrator Azuma Kiyohiko saw his rise to fame in this monthly series of vertical four-panel comic strips chronicling the humor and wit in the daily lives of a group of average, yet extraordinary, high school girls. Each volume...

Ritsu Tainaka Plush ~ K-ON! Preorder

Mon, 26 Oct 2009 02:19:16 -0400

Ritsu Tainaka Plush ~ K-ON! *Preorder*

K-On! (also spelled as Keion) is an anime series derived from the four-panel comic strip manga that's written and illustrated by Kakifly. The story revolves around four Japanese high school girls who join a light music club to keep it from being abolished. For those who enjoy the series, and have always wanted to cuddle next to the adorable Ritsu Tainaka, you'll be delighted to hear that Banpresto is releasing an uber cute plush doll of the ultra kawaii character. Measures 21 cm (8.3 inches...

Queen's Blade Ruro no Senshi Comic A la carte 1

Fri, 23 Oct 2009 03:40:31 -0400

Queen's Blade Ruro no Senshi Comic A la carte 1

All fans of Queen's Blade and sexy bishoujo characters, this new anthology manga is not a volume to miss. Based on the Queen's Blade super famous franchise, this is the first volume of the series and it includes several stories involving super sexy hot female warriors for great ecchi action scenes! With the participation of skilled artists, this comic is perfect for any bishoujo sexy characters fan as it usually combine fighting scenes with this erotic touch we love so much. Buy 4...

Chibi Maruko chan Kanji Dictionary 2

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:25:22 -0400

Chibi Maruko chan Kanji Dictionary 2

Chibi Maruko chan is not so well known outside of Japan, although it's probably the #3 rated anime series in terms of viewership, after Sazae-san and Doraemon. If you're a student of Japanese, here's a great manga and kanji dictionary that helps you master all kanji in grades 2, 3 and 4. This is a great supplemental study item that not only includes Japanese furigana pronunciation, but is a comic style dictionary that introduces you new kanji while keeping you entertained. Recommended for those...

The Here and Now ~ The Art, Ideas and Poetry of Mitsuo Aida 1 -- Imakoko (Now, Here)

Sun, 20 Jul 2008 22:17:34 -0400

The Here and Now ~ The Art, Ideas and Poetry of Mitsuo Aida 1 -- Imakoko (Now, Here)

Calligrapher, poet, philosopher, are some of the words used to describe Mitsuo Aida. Living from 1924 to 1991, his brilliance was not recognized until too late after the publication of his masterwork "Ningen Damono" (Because I'm Human") was published in 1984, sparking a rediscovery of this zen-influenced poetry. World-renowned, his works have adorned calendars and books, and now has a museum dedicated to him in the Tokyo International Forum, a short walk from the Imperial Palace. With such...

Manga Bible 2

Thu, 04 Sep 2008 23:34:58 -0400

Manga Bible 2

"Manga Bible" is a series by leading pros in the field, aimed at artists who want to add more punch to their comic art. Not a "how to draw" as much as it is how to make your work more dynamic, each volume in the series takes a look at a particular problem and attacks it from various angles, addressing the problems in making good manga and how to overcome them. Filled with tips, including use of materials, it also has "practice pages" so you can use the ideas expressed in the book and try on...

Manga Bible 3

Thu, 08 Oct 2009 01:13:51 -0400

Manga Bible 3

"Manga Bible" is a series by leading pros in the field, aimed at artists who want to add more punch to their comic art. Not a "how to draw" as much as it is how to make your work more dynamic, each volume in the series takes a look at a particular problem and attacks it from various angles, addressing the problems in making good manga and how to overcome them. Filled with tips, including use of materials, it also has "practice pages" so you can use the ideas expressed in the book and try on...

Chopper Man Hat ~ One Piece Preorder

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:05:51 -0400

Chopper Man Hat ~ One Piece *Preorder*

Cosplayers looking for a great character to cosplay as, here's one that's from the anime series One Piece. This is a funky trademark hat from the character Tony Tony Chopper which measures 30x26x21 cm (12x10x8 inches) and is made of a soft cotton material. Great for Halloween, comic conventions, cosplay events, or simply just to attract attention with a fun and fresh style. Scheduled for release in December 2009.

English Guide for Tokyo ~ Eigo de Tokyo wo Annai Dekimasuka

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:07:10 -0400

English Guide for Tokyo ~ Eigo de Tokyo wo Annai Dekimasuka

Another outstanding item for fans of "bilingual books," which present information in both English and Japanese, this is a specific book dedicated to talking about the history, background, culture, tourist information and more that's related to Tokyo and vicinity. It covers all the interesting spots you can visit in the city, from Shinjuku to Ueno to Tokyo Tower and Kamakura, gives information on transportation and how to talk with people in English and Japanese about this wonderful city. Comes...

100 Recipes from Japanese Cooking ~ Eigo de Nihon Ryori

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:51:28 -0400

100 Recipes from Japanese Cooking ~ Eigo de Nihon Ryori

Looking for a way to master both Japanese and Japanese cooking at the same time? Or just learn about Japanese food in general? The Bilingual Books series from Kodansha brings you another wonderful glimpse into Japanese life in both English and Japanese. Learn how to make all the Japanese family favorites, gyudon (beef on rice), tempura, niku-jaga (meat and potato stew), miso soup and much much more! Full ingredient list and directions are given in Japanese on the left hand page, and in English...

Sho-Comi (Shojo Comic) Reserve Subscription (Bi-monthly)

Mon, 15 Jun 2009 02:13:15 -0400

Sho-Comi (Shojo Comic) Reserve Subscription (Bi-monthly)

A great manga magazine for fans of high quality shoujo (girl's manga), this is the popular Sho-Comi (also written Shocomi or Sho-komi), which delivers 400+ pages of satisfying shojo manga do you every two weeks. Each issue of this outstanding comic delivers the most interesting and dramatic girls' stories, with interesting themes and stories by artists like Kozue Chiba, Yuki Shiraishi, Ai Mizuse and many more -- 9+ segments in each issue! Best of all, you get cool free stuff in some issues...

Mio Akiyama Rock Necktie ~ Keion!

Mon, 05 Oct 2009 01:22:13 -0400

Mio Akiyama Rock Necktie ~ Keion!

Keion (also spelled as K-On!) is a new anime series derived from the four-panel comic strip manga that's written and illustrated by Kakifly. The story revolves around four Japanese high school girls who join a light music club to keep it from being abolished. For those who enjoy the series, you can join in on the fun and look flashy too with these ties featuring characters from the series. Made of 100% polyester. This purchase is for the black tie with the blue print of Mio Akiyama!

Japanese Recipes 60 ~ Washoku no Kihon

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 06:19:34 -0400

Japanese Recipes 60 ~ Washoku no Kihon

The world over, Japanese cooking is becoming famous for its beautiful arrangement, delicate tastes and low-calorie nutrition qualities. More and more are Japanese restaurants becoming the popular places to eat, and still has a feeling of mystique to the preparation. This book takes the mystique out of Japanese cooking and enables you to try cooking traditional meals right in your own home! Everything is written in both English and Japanese, so it is a great chance to study the language as well...

Traditional Japanese Recipe Book with English Translation ~ Washoku no Jiten

Sun, 27 Sep 2009 23:27:47 -0400

Traditional Japanese Recipe Book with English Translation ~ Washoku no Jiten

A wonderful new cookbook for fans of Japanese cooking, this is even better because it's a full "bilingual book," with both English and Japanese right on each page. An amazing book that will teach you how to make from sushi and sashimi to teriyaki and various rice and noodle dishes. 240 pages presenting 107 different recipes, all beautifully illustrated in color.

Comic Coro Coro reserve subscription

Wed, 16 May 2007 12:56:07 -0400

Comic Coro Coro reserve subscription

By popular request, J-List is proud to offer one of the most popular comic & presents manga, Comic Coro Coro. This super-thick (over *800* pages!) manga is great not just because of the regular installments of Pokemon, Doraemon, Zoids, Spinner, and many other popular Japanese manga -- each issue also comes with a great selection of rare and highly collectible stickers, cards, mini-posters, and more. Filled with a huge selection of Japan's most popular manga as well as excellent color pages...

Mio Akiyama Plush ~ K-ON! Preorder

Wed, 09 Sep 2009 02:41:54 -0400

Mio Akiyama Plush ~ K-ON! *Preorder*

K-On! (also spelled as Keion) is a new anime series derived from the four-panel comic strip manga that's written and illustrated by Kakifly. The story revolves around four Japanese high school girls who join a light music club to keep it from being abolished. For those who enjoy the series, and have always wanted to cuddle next to the adorable Mio Akiyama, you'll be delighted to hear that Banpresto is releasing an uber cute plush doll of the ultra kawaii character. Measures 21 cm (8.3 inches...

Handbook for Newcomers, Migrants and Immigrants to Japan

Fri, 04 Sep 2009 02:48:36 -0400

Handbook for Newcomers, Migrants and Immigrants to Japan

Interested in living in Japan? Not visiting, living, perhaps permanently? If so, then this bilingual handbook published in English and Japanese can help. Written by influential Arudou Debito, aka David Christopher Aldwinckle, an American who took Japanese citizenship and who has become an activist for foreigners' rights here. The book covers many areas, including how to find a job and obtain a working visa, learning how to live with Japanese culture, and even areas like how to buy or build a...

Japanese Family-Style Recipes ~ Eigo de Tanoshimu Nihon no Kateiryouri

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 23:49:02 -0400

Japanese Family-Style Recipes ~ Eigo de Tanoshimu Nihon no Kateiryouri

Looking for a way to master both Japanese and Japanese cooking at the same time? Or just learn about Japanese food in general? The Bilingual Books series from Kodansha brings you yet another wonderful glimpse into Japanese life in both English and Japanese. Learn how to make all the Japanese family favorites, gyudon (beef on rice), tempura, niku-jaga (meat and potato stew), miso soup and much much more! Full ingredient list and directions are given in Japanese on the left hand page, and in...

Japanese Food ~ The Original "Point And Speak" Phrasebook 9

Mon, 13 Jul 2009 01:00:34 -0400

Japanese Food ~ The Original "Point And Speak" Phrasebook 9

Ever been to a foreign country, impatient to have a bite at traditional food but being unable to make yourself understand and get what you desired? Japanese food enthusiast, this bilingual guide is the only FOOD guide you want to bring with you for your next trip to Japan. Featuring tons of dishes, with pictures, this book will help you order or recognize anything you want to eat in Japan. Just point the dish with your finger to the waitress who'll be able to read the Japanese while you'll have...

Welcome to Our English Rakugo Show! ~ Eigo Rakugo de Sekai wo Warawasu

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 00:40:03 -0400

Welcome to Our English Rakugo Show! ~ Eigo Rakugo de Sekai wo Warawasu

Rakugo is a traditional kind of stand-up comedy in Japan that uses a "boke" or dumb partner and his "tsukkomi" or sharp-tongued witty counterpart. This is a book that helps you learn Japanese (or English, if you're Japanese) using English-language rakugo comedy routines. A great book because it helps you learn both the language as well as this important kind of Japanese culture. Comes with a bilingual book plus CD to listen to. Book is 180 pages in length.

Traditional Comic Stories from Japan ~ Eigo de Yomu Koten Rakugo

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 23:04:05 -0400

Traditional Comic Stories from Japan ~ Eigo de Yomu Koten Rakugo

If you're studying Japanese and you're feeling a little burnt out with the typical text book study method, why not give yourself a break and learn Japanese the fun way. This fun and educational book by the Japan Times brings to you a collection of traditional and comical stories from Japan. Via the "reverse osmosis" method of learning Japanese, you'll see the story in English with notable Japanese vocabulary written on the bottom of the story. After the story is complete, the following page...

English Walking Guide to Old Edo-Historical Sights in Modern Tokyo ~ Eigo de Mochiaruku Edo Tokyo Sanpo Chizu

Wed, 06 Aug 2008 00:15:17 -0400

English Walking Guide to Old Edo-Historical Sights in Modern Tokyo ~ Eigo de Mochiaruku Edo Tokyo Sanpo Chizu

We have a really awesome item here, for all Japanese language students and those who wants to discover Tokyo through historical sights. This is a bilingual walking guide to old Edo historical sights in Tokyo. Even if Tokyo has become a huge and futuristic city, it still hides a lot of temples and historical places, that are gonna make you feel like if you were back in the ancient capital of Edo. Regrouping ancient maps from the city, this book will guide you through places or streets samurais...

Top Tokyo Sights ~ Eigo de Guide Suru Tokyo

Tue, 03 Mar 2009 23:25:20 -0500

Top Tokyo Sights ~ Eigo de Guide Suru Tokyo

This is a great bilingual book from Kodansha that shows you all the best spots to hit in Japan's capital city of Tokyo, from the most exciting tourist spots like Asakusa and Tokyo Tower and Meiji Shrine to some of the more rare and unique experiences. Lists many restaurants and museums, too. Best of all, the book is written completely in both English and Japanese, so you can compare the two languages side-by-side. By Tom Dillon and Mari Hoshino, 300 pages.

Hiragana Times June 2008 No. 260

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:21:23 -0400

Hiragana Times June 2008 No. 260

Hiragana Times is a highly recommended monthly publication that combines useful current events with learning the Japanese language. A monthly magazine that features articles both in English and in Japanese, complete with furigana pronunciation, to help learners who haven't mastered kanji yet. Filled with tons of cultural articles that make you think relating to current events, interviews with famous Japanese celebrities, Japanese pop culture, travel, and even articles written by readers...

Contemporary Japanese History : since 1945 ~ Nihon Gendaishi

Mon, 13 Apr 2009 01:23:41 -0400

Contemporary Japanese History : since 1945 ~ Nihon Gendaishi

This is an English/Japanese bilingual book about contemporary Japanese history. Perfect for Japanese language students, it gives you information about everything you wanted to know about modern Japan and helps to understand today's Japanese society. You'll follow how Japan was working hard to rebuilt the country after WWII and why it has become one of the most powerful economical power in the world. Written in 2 languages, students will be able to read the japanese contents while referring to...

Cos-Cure vol. 1 ~ C Cure Nov. 2005 with DVD Region 2

Mon, 18 Jun 2007 10:13:31 -0400

Cos-Cure vol. 1 ~ C Cure Nov. 2005 with DVD Region 2

Labelling itself as a magazine for high-level women cosplayers, Cos-Cure is definitely for those serious about the hobby -- the recreation of a character from a game, anime or manga through a costume, which is a significant event at comic conventions and game conventions, even headlining cosplay conventions of their own. With an ability level that is near-professional, cosplayers set out to bring a character to life in incredible detail, a hobby well-documented in series such as Genshiken. Each...

Get It -- All About Japan in English ~ Eigo de Annai Suru Nippon

Fri, 11 Apr 2008 00:43:28 -0400

Get It -- All About Japan in English ~ Eigo de Annai Suru Nippon

Yukio Nakayama and Jeff Clark provide you with this fantastic bilingual guide to Japan that not only aims to help you understand the culture better, but provides you with plenty of language training throughout the entire book. Starting us off, they provide us with 300 important phrases with one side being in English and the other side of the page being written in full Japanese. These stock phrases can be used for introductions, making reservations at a hotel, public transportation, food and...

Comickers Art Style vol. 4

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 00:17:46 -0400

Comickers Art Style vol. 4

With a large subculture devoted entirely to creating comic and graphic art, Japan appears to lead the globe in comic art, with many publications dedicated to just the creation. The most prominent is Comickers, a publication whose raison d'etre seems to be to teach the various methods of comic art creation directly from the professionals. In this side publication dedicated in this fourth volume to "show to show a world outlook," Comickers assembles a gathering of pros to teach us how it's done...

Yotsubato! Comic 8

Mon, 19 Oct 2009 00:32:10 -0400

Yotsubato! Comic 8

By customer request, we've gotten in stock of the popular Yotsubato! (sometimes written Yotsuba& or With Yotsuba), the incredibly popular manga from Kiyohiko Azuma and Dengeki Comics. Each volume follows the story of the 5-year-old girl Yotsuba Koiwai and her many friends. Each volume of the Japanese manga features 220 pages of great story for you to follow. It's great for studying Japanese, too, since the kanji is quite easy and features furigana ( hiragana ) beside it. Highly recommended...

Evangelion Cosplay set (Rei Ayanami) ~ size XL

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:05:51 -0400

Evangelion Cosplay set (Rei Ayanami) ~ size XL

Show off your love for Evangelion by turning into the very characters that make the series come alive. This is a fun School uniform cosplay set for Rei Ayanami which includes a blouse, skirt and bow/ribbon to complete the transformation. Perfect for Halloween, Anime clubs, Comic Conventions and cosplay events. Our own personal model "Shigeta-chan" is about 157 cm (5 ft 2 inches) tall wearing the Medium version. This purchase is the XL version which measures 90-93 cm (35-37 inches) for the bust...

Evangelion Cosplay set (Rei Ayanami) ~ size S

Wed, 07 Oct 2009 00:05:51 -0400

Evangelion Cosplay set (Rei Ayanami) ~ size S

Show off your love for Evangelion by turning into the very characters that make the series come alive. This is a fun School uniform cosplay set for Rei Ayanami which includes a blouse, skirt and bow/ribbon to complete the transformation. Perfect for Halloween, Anime clubs, Comic Conventions and cosplay events. Our own personal model "Shigeta-chan" is about 157 cm (5 ft 1 inches) tall wearing the Medium version. This purchase is the Small version which measures 78-81 cm (31-32 inches) for the...