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Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 1 ~ vol. 3

Fri, 29 Aug 2008 01:27:03 -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...

Yubisashi mini ~ Japan (Tabi no Yubisashi Kaiwacho)

Mon, 26 Dec 2011 03:33:23 -0500

Yubisashi mini ~ Japan (Tabi no Yubisashi Kaiwacho)

A useful travel book for someone coming to Japan, this is a great yubi-sashi (lit. "finger-pointing") book that you can use to travel, go shopping, visit tourist areas, greet people and make friends, and generally have a great time while in Japan. The images are all in color and are very easy to understand, and you can find the information you're looking for in a snap. It's a full "bilingual book" with both the English and Japanese right there on the page. Actually the Japanese is written for...

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

Wed, 19 Aug 2009 03:02:08 -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. Great for studying the JLPT (Japanese...

Yubisashi x Hello Kitty JAPAN English Edition

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:52:55 -0500

Yubisashi x Hello Kitty JAPAN English Edition

This is a great book for visitors coming to Japan or anyone who wants to start preparing. It's great because it combines everyday Japanese words that you'll need when visiting Japan (words for food, clothing, transportation, sightseeing etc.), with the most famous cat in the world, Hello Kitty. The book is fully bilingual, with both English and Japanese printed right on the page, and both Romanized Japanese as well as full hiragana, katakana and kanji . 112 pages. Product Information: Length 15...

Ghost in the Shell Bilingual manga - NEW TRANSLATION

Tue, 17 Aug 2010 21:59:15 -0400

Ghost in the Shell Bilingual manga - NEW TRANSLATION

Crash and burn into the original hard hacker manga phenomenon Koukaku Kidoutai (Ghost in the Shell) by world-famous artist (and recluse) Masamune Shirow with an all-new and very accurate translation by renowned translator and Japan-guru Frederik L. Schodt. This manga is a fully bilingual publication sold only in Japan by Kodansha. Return to the original story, with the original translator Fredrick L. Schodt. 370 pages of English text and extensive footnotes, accompanied by the original...

Annual Events in Japan 2 ~ Autumn and Winter (Bilingual)

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 20:48:28 -0500

Annual Events in Japan 2 ~ Autumn and Winter (Bilingual)

Explore the holidays, events and culture of the Autumn and Winter seasons found in Japan, in this cool illustrated book. Every page is colorfully illustrated with cute animal characters, like bears, foxes, tanuki and rabbits, showing the traditional events and keywords for each month of Autumn and Winter. Every page is filled with artwork of a key ideas, things or events, each accompanied by the Japanese name in kanji and romaji, plus a concise English explanation. What's the name of the...

Annual Events in Japan 1 ~ Spring and Summer (Bilingual)

Tue, 27 Dec 2011 21:32:07 -0500

Annual Events in Japan 1 ~ Spring and Summer (Bilingual)

Explore the holidays, events and culture of the Spring and Summer seasons found in Japan, in this cool illustrated book. Every page is colorfully illustrated with cute animal characters, like bears, foxes, tanuki and rabbits, showing the traditional events and keywords for each month of Autumn and Winter. Every page is filled with artwork of a key ideas, things or events, each accompanied by the Japanese name in kanji and romaji, plus a concise English explanation. What's the name of the fish...

Study English with Haruhi 1 ~ The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya -- Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu de Eitango Jyo

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:13:21 -0500

Study English with Haruhi 1 ~ The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya -- Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu de Eitango Jyo

This is a great idea: a bilingual book for fans of the epic anime and novel series The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya which helps Japanese learn English and vice versa. You get the entire first novel of the Haruhi series, spread across two volumes, with Japanese on the left page and English on the right, so it's fun to study and read both sides to compare things. It comes with a Zebra Check Set style red sheet that you can use to hide words. 300+ pages, it also includes a grammar section...

Read (Yomu) ~ The Preparatory Course For The Japanese Language Proficiency Test N5 -- Nihongo Nouryoku Shiken

Sun, 13 Nov 2011 20:56:37 -0500

Read (Yomu) ~ The Preparatory Course For The Japanese Language Proficiency Test N5 -- Nihongo Nouryoku Shiken

Every December across the world Japanese language students write the Japanese Language Proficiency Tests. Because this happens only twice a year preparation is essential, and good practice guides are still difficult to find. One study guide worth looking into are the ones published the folks at UNICOM inc, which are a valuable resource for passing the test. This particular book focuses N5 beginning students who wish to work on strengthening reading comprehension. This is done through a series...

Practical Japanese Through Comics 4 koma Manga de Oboeru Nihongo

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 22:14:00 -0500

Practical Japanese Through Comics 4 koma Manga de Oboeru Nihongo

The best way to learn Japanese is through doing something that is fun and entertaining. Many of us love reading manga (comics) which is a great way of picking up practical Japanese. This book takes it a step further by going into details over various common phrases with the help of comics, providing plenty of examples of how it's used. This is a fantastic way of learning Japanese, especially if you already have a little experience in reading katakana and want to work your way up to reading more...

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...

Study English with Haruhi 2 ~ The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya -- Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu de Eitango Ge

Sun, 27 Nov 2011 21:13:21 -0500

Study English with Haruhi 2 ~ The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya -- Suzumiya Haruhi no Yuutsu de Eitango Ge

This is a great idea: a bilingual book for fans of the epic anime and novel series The Melancholy of Haruhi Suzumiya which helps Japanese learn English and vice versa. You get the entire first novel of the Haruhi series, spread across two volumes, with Japanese on the left page and English on the right, so it's fun to study and read both sides to compare things. It comes with a Zebra Check Set style red sheet that you can use to hide words. 300+ pages, it also includes a grammar section...

The Ultimate Japanese Phrasebook: 1800 Sentences for Everyday Use Incl. CD

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:41:04 -0500

The Ultimate Japanese Phrasebook: 1800 Sentences for Everyday Use Incl. CD

No matter how long you've been studying the language, no matter how many words you've memorized, it seems you never stop wondering, How do I say X in Japanese? The Ultimate Japanese Phrasebook, the world's first comprehensive book of colloquial Japanese phrases, was designed to answer that question. Going beyond the scope of standard phrasebooks for tourists, this compact volume presents all the expressions a student, businessperson, teacher, homemaker, or other professional will need not only...

Unexplored Train Station ~ Hikyo Eki

Sun, 25 Jul 2010 23:52:46 -0400

Unexplored Train Station ~ Hikyo Eki

A superb book series for fans of haikyo , or the lonely ruins of our so-called modern world, which focuses on the smallest and most out-of-the-way train stations in Japan. The beautiful colors in each book will really bring out emotions of sadness and longing but also appreciation for how man's works are everywhere, even in the most rural places in Japan, Approximately 80 pages per book, featuring full maps of each train line and the train names in English. This is book one, which focuses on...

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...

Handbook for Newcomers, Migrants and Immigrants to Japan

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 01:55:43 -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...

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 4

Thu, 03 Nov 2011 23:03:34 -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. 7

Mon, 22 Sep 2008 00:45:30 -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...

Complete Japanese ~ Nihongo So-Matome N3 ~ Kanji

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 22:40:31 -0500

Complete Japanese ~ Nihongo So-Matome N3 ~ Kanji

Passing the JLPT is an accomplishment that many Japanese language students strive to achieve, signifying their hardwork and proving their proficiency in the Japanese language. Originally the test structure ranged from level 4 (easiest) to level 1 (most difficult). As of 2010 a new JLPT test structure is taking place (N5 - N1), due to the issue of such a wide gap of difficulty between the 3rd and 2nd level structures, making it easier for more students to pass and "level up" their skills in a...

Complete Japanese ~ Nihongo So-Matome N3 ~ Grammar Bunpo

Thu, 19 Aug 2010 22:11:43 -0400

Complete Japanese ~ Nihongo So-Matome N3 ~ Grammar Bunpo

Passing the JLPT is an accomplishment that many Japanese language students strive to achieve, signifying their hardwork and proving their proficiency in the Japanese language. Originally the test structure ranged from level 4 (easiest) to level 1 (most difficult). As of 2010 a new JLPT test structure is taking place (N5 - N1), due to the issue of such a wide gap of difficulty between the 3rd and 2nd level structures, making it easier for more students to pass and "level up" their skills in a...

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 8

Fri, 23 May 2008 00:36:25 -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. 10

Sun, 08 Jun 2008 23:51:52 -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...

JAPAN Bilingual Map

Fri, 21 Oct 2011 05:40:34 -0400

JAPAN Bilingual Map

Features a wall map of showing all of Japan, plus 8 insets and detailed maps of major districts, island groups, cities, and surrounding countries. A great quick reference to keep on the wall or carry on trips. There has been a drastic change in recent years, following a government policy to have many cities, towns and villages merge. This atlas includes all the changes. (instock)

Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 6

Sat, 09 Jun 2007 09:29:46 -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...

Complete Japanese ~ Nihongo So-Matome N3 ~ Vocabulary Goi

Wed, 21 Jul 2010 00:13:31 -0400

Complete Japanese ~ Nihongo So-Matome N3 ~ Vocabulary Goi

Passing the JLPT is an accomplishment that many Japanese language students strive to achieve, signifying their hardwork and proving their proficiency in the Japanese language. Originally the test structure ranged from level 4 (easiest) to level 1 (most difficult). As of 2010 a new JLPT test structure is taking place (N5 - N1), due to the issue of such a wide gap of difficulty between the 3rd and 2nd level structures, making it easier for more students to pass and "level up" their skills in a...

Complete Japanese ~ Nihongo So-Matome N1 ~ Kanji

Sun, 27 Feb 2011 22:14:00 -0500

Complete Japanese ~ Nihongo So-Matome N1 ~ Kanji

Passing the JLPT is an accomplishment that many Japanese language students strive to achieve, signifying their hardwork and proving their proficiency in the Japanese language. Originally the test structure ranged from level 4 (easiest) to level 1 (most difficult). As of 2010 a new JLPT test structure is taking place (N5 - N1), due to the issue of such a wide gap of difficulty between the 3rd and 2nd level structures, making it easier for more students to pass and "level up" their skills in a...

Heart Shaped Pretty Flowers Notebook

Tue, 06 Dec 2011 19:49:30 -0500

Heart Shaped Pretty Flowers Notebook

This is an outstanding item, a bound book-quality notebook that has awesome flowers adorning the cover. The book is 7 x 7 inches (17 x 17 cm) and has 40 sheets of ruled notebook paper. Best of all, the binding is awesome, making this a good notebook for recording information you want to keep. Truly the best foolscap for writing! (instock)

Genki Plus: Kanji Look and Learn

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 20:18:07 -0500

Genki Plus: Kanji Look and Learn

A great new book from the creators of the Genki textbook series! This book will introduce you to the first 512 kanji you will need to know to start your way onto Japanese fluency, in an easy to understand illustration and mnemonic learning style. Each section is divided into 16 kanji to learn, split into subsections of 8 kanji each. With a total of 32 different lessons to work through, this is an excellent guide that will help you get your foot in the door of mastering one of the most difficult...

Basic Lucky Cat Coin Bank

Fri, 07 Dec 2007 09:51:45 -0500

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 explanation of Lucky Cat from the ceramics manufacturer in Aichi Prefecture. (luckycat) (instock)

Cinnamoroll HIRAGANA Learning Book with HIRAGANA Chart

Tue, 04 Aug 2009 23:14:36 -0400

Cinnamoroll HIRAGANA Learning Book with HIRAGANA Chart

Here's a cool and fun way of keeping you motivated to practice writing your kanji. Let Cinnamonroll and Sanrio help you learn hiragana with this fun workbook. The book shows you the stroke order of the characters and gives you a practice section on the bottom filled with great illustrations of Cinnamonroll to keep you motivated. A great study guide supplement to all studying the Japanese language. (instock)

Practical Japanese: Your Guide to Speaking Japanese Quickly and Effortlessly in a Few Hours

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 06:23:31 -0500

Practical Japanese: Your Guide to Speaking Japanese Quickly and Effortlessly in a Few Hours

"In this jet age, one can reach any part of the world within a day or two. It is wise to have some knowledge of the language of the country one visits to make the trip enjoyable and worthwhile." - THE AUTHOR Jun Maeda has purposely written Practical Japanese for the tourist visiting Japan, although the book will undoubtedly prove its worth to anyone wanting to acquire a working knowledge of spoken Japanese in a short period of time. With approximately 350 essential words and 96 pages of...

250 Essential Kanji Vol 1 ~ For Everyday Use

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 15:23:37 -0400

250 Essential Kanji Vol 1 ~ For Everyday Use

This book is indispensable for any non-native speaker trying to make it through a day in Japan. Covering 21 everyday situations, this book deals with a variety of topics ranging from the cordial (How do you do?) to the crucial (Going to the hospital.) Fully illustrated with line drawings throughout, 250 Essential Kanji for Everyday Use Volume I offers valuable information for learners and visitors alike. As many classroom students can tell you, the kanji taught in most textbooks is not always...

Campus Wide Japanese Learning Word Book

Wed, 30 Nov 2011 06:56:49 -0500

Campus Wide Japanese Learning Word Book

This campus notebook is not your average notebook. Designed for studying Japanese, each page is preprinted with a chart that allows you to section off foreign words, pronunciation and Japanese translation. While mainly used by Japanese for English words, it's also good for using for Japanese lessons as well. There is also a page number on the chart where you can write on to reference the word on your text book. Printed on both sides. This is a spiral bound notebook that is a wide version...

Campus Japanese Learning Word Book ~ Slim 44 page

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:29:30 -0500

Campus Japanese Learning Word Book ~ Slim 44 page

This campus notebook is not your average notebook. Designed for studying Japanese, each page is preprinted with a chart that allows you to section off foreign words, pronunciation and Japanese translation. While mainly used by Japanese for English words, it's also good for using for Japanese lessons as well. There is also a page number on the chart where you can write on to reference the word on your text book. Printed on both sides. This is a spiral bound notebook that is a slim version...

Panda no Sweets and Gohan

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 05:00:06 -0500

Panda no Sweets and Gohan

Although the Panda is the national animal of China, there is some serious love for Pandas in Japan. As featured in this book, you can learn how to make over 80 different kinds of panda shaped foods, from rice to cookies. If you are a learner of Japanese, start with something simple, like the Simple Panda Odekake Onigiri on page 63 and expand your vocabulary from there. Experienced chiefs will appreciate the new take on old cooking ideas, perhaps giving you some inspiration for some recipes. A...

Genki I (Second Edition) Textbook ~ An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese 1 Textbook

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 21:44:38 -0500

Genki I (Second Edition) Textbook ~ An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese 1 Textbook

One of the questions we get asked at J-List a lot is, "I want to start learning Japanese, what book do you recommend?" Most textbooks are entirely dry, uninteresting, and cannot follow a student's pace, leaving students frustrated. However, a new series by The Japan Times has recently taken Japanese language for foreigners by storm, and comes highly recommended by anyone who has taken it -- Genki, An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese. The entire course has 23 lessons, guiding the student...

Japanese in Mangaland Vol. 2: Basic to Intermediate Level

Sun, 18 May 2008 23:46:45 -0400

Japanese in Mangaland Vol. 2: Basic to Intermediate Level

With this second installment of the world-wide known Japanese in Mangaland series, the student of Japanese will continue his dive into the process of mastering Japanese. The methods in this book will help you graduate from the elementary to the intermediate level of the Japanese language. So, strap a headband around your head, for this time things are going to get rough - from now on, forget about romaji! The 15 lessons included here continue exactly from where the first book left you...

Genki I (Second Edition) Workbook ~ An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese 1 Workbook

Sun, 22 Jan 2012 21:25:15 -0500

Genki I (Second Edition) Workbook ~ An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese 1 Workbook

One of the questions we get asked at J-List a lot is, "I want to start learning Japanese, what book do you recommend?" Most textbooks are entirely dry, uninteresting, and cannot follow a student's pace, leaving students frustrated. However, a new series by The Japan Times has recently taken Japanese language for foreigners by storm, and comes highly recommended by anyone who has taken it -- Genki, An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese. The entire course has 23 lessons, guiding the student...

Ghost in the Shell 2 - Man Machine Interface Bilingual Manga

Thu, 19 Jan 2012 21:34:01 -0500

Ghost in the Shell 2 - Man Machine Interface Bilingual Manga

A new edition and new translation of the sequel to the classic Ghost in the Shell manga, this is Man Machine Interface as you've never seen it before. Read along with the original Masamune Shirow text and brilliant action-packed manga imagery as he explores the ramifications of the cyberpunk genre first raised in the original GitS -- now with Japanese and English side by side so you can tackle some of the most challenging passages with ease. Presented in a sleek complete volume at B6 size and...

Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha The Movie 1st Visual Collection (Jyo)

Fri, 17 Jun 2011 01:00:32 -0400

Magical Girl Lyrical Nanoha The Movie 1st Visual Collection (Jyo)

Here's a really special artbook / illustration book, a massive collection of the best art from the first Nanoha Movie, with delightful illustrations of all your favorite characters. You get no less than 24 mini posters, which are dual sided for a total of 48 images, and they're printed on thick paper for long life. They are easily removable from the book so you can take them out without damaging them. The book is a large A4 size, 12 x 9 inches (29 x 22 cm). It also comes with a cool original...

Chaos;Head (Chaos Head) NOAH Visual Book / Game Guide

Tue, 05 Jul 2011 22:36:49 -0400

Chaos;Head (Chaos Head) NOAH Visual Book / Game Guide

The full and complete guide to the Xbox 360 / PSP / iPhone / iPad port of the popular PC video game Chaos;Head. From character design to game machanics, this book contains just about everything you could want to know about the game. The visuals in this book are just stunning, thanks to the newly re-rendered CG material used in these recent ports. The back includes a step-by-step guide for achieving every possible ending to the end. It's like a hybrid artbook and game guide. Cool. 120+ full...

Tiger and Bunny Official Hero Book 2

Thu, 08 Dec 2011 21:06:17 -0500

Tiger and Bunny Official Hero Book 2

The official hero book for the great anime series Tiger and Bunny! This is the 2nd part of the two part collection, and includes all the new character profiles, scenes, design boards and information, continuing where the last book left off, starting from episode 14 and continuing until episode 25. Character designs, interviews with the cast and more await you inside. 80 pages of full color greatness.

Sukumizu ~ School Swimsuits

Sun, 20 Nov 2011 20:53:50 -0500

Sukumizu ~ School Swimsuits

Few things are more entrancing than a pearly-skinned girl clad in the form-fitting blue of a school-issue swimsuit. For true fans of this exquisite harmony, this photo book comes as a godsend. From Yuki Aoyama of Schoolgirl Complex fame, this book contains over 90 glossy, full-color pages loaded with beautiful photographs of swimsuit-wearing girls. It also features a variety of swimsuits, from the classic flared-bottom type to the sheer and stretchy racing type. So whether you worship the girl...

Shunya Yamashita illustration Works III One Voice

Sun, 26 Sep 2010 23:01:12 -0400

Shunya Yamashita illustration Works III One Voice

Yamashita Shunya has become one of the most famous names in the bishoujo (beautiful girl) illustration world over the past few years, known for his stunning line of PVC figurine designs and game artwork. His first artbook Sweet Dreams was released in 2005 as his popularity was just beginning to grow. After a long wait, here comes another addition this illustration book featuring his latest works! This book contains 120 pages of lavish full-color sexy artwork from Shunya's vast repertoire...

Kodansha's Dictionary of Basic Japanese Idioms

Tue, 24 Jan 2012 23:21:40 -0500

Kodansha's Dictionary of Basic Japanese Idioms

Idioms are difficult to learn in any language, but unless they are learned, it is impossible to speak with fluency. This is as true of the Japanese language as of any other. Now, within the covers of one book, the basic Japanese idioms have been collected together for easy reference. The Japanese idiom appears first, followed by its English equivalent, and finally the idiom is illustrated in a sentence, or sentences, so that the student can see precisely how it functions. Some idioms have...

JLPT N4 Short Master Drill

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 04:55:33 -0500

JLPT N4 Short Master Drill

Focuses on each aspect of the JLPT test: moji (characters), goi (vocabulary), bunnpou (grammar), chyoukai (listening comprehension), dokkai (reading comprehension). With drills, practice tests, a CD full of listening drills and just general good advice, you'll be one step closer to passing the JLPT. This book series was updated for the newest edition of the JLPT (N), so all the information is relevant to the modern test. This book focuses on the JLPT N4 test. (instock)

JLPT N3 Short Master Drill

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 04:55:33 -0500

JLPT N3 Short Master Drill

Focuses on each aspect of the JLPT test: moji (characters), goi (vocabulary), bunnpou (grammar), chyoukai (listening comprehension), dokkai (reading comprehension). With drills, practice tests, a CD full of listening drills and just general good advice, you'll be one step closer to passing the JLPT. This book series was updated for the newest edition of the JLPT (N), so all the information is relevant to the modern test. This book focuses on the JLPT N3 test. (instock)

JLPT N5 Short Master Drill

Wed, 09 Nov 2011 04:55:33 -0500

JLPT N5 Short Master Drill

Focuses on each aspect of the JLPT test: moji (characters), goi (vocabulary), bunnpou (grammar), chyoukai (listening comprehension), dokkai (reading comprehension). With drills, practice tests, a CD full of listening drills and just general good advice, you'll be one step closer to passing the JLPT. This book series was updated for the newest edition of the JLPT (N), so all the information is relevant to the modern test. This book focuses on the JLPT N5 test. (instock)

N3 New JLPT ~ Nihongo Nouryoku Shiken Taisaku Mondai and Youten Seiri

Fri, 25 Feb 2011 13:50:00 -0500

N3 New JLPT ~ Nihongo Nouryoku Shiken Taisaku Mondai and Youten Seiri

As of 2010, the JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) has been changed creating 5 different levels of proficiency. Now designated as N5 (beginning) - N1 (fluent) test levels, students everywhere work to take advantage of this new accommodation. For those taking the test here's another text book study guide to add to your library in your efforts for Japanese fluency. This book focuses on the N3 Level (Intermediate level) test which goes through various exercises and sample test questions to...

A Guide To Writing Kanji & Kana Book 2 ~ A Self-study Workbook For Learning Japanese Characters

Tue, 19 Jun 2007 06:26:50 -0400

A Guide To Writing Kanji & Kana Book 2 ~ A Self-study Workbook For Learning Japanese Characters

A Guide to Writing Kanji & Kana Book 2 continues Book 1's systematic approach to learning how to write Japanese characters. With 1,166 entries, this workbook completes the study of all 1,945 characters prescribed for everyday use by the Japanese Ministry of Education. For a complete course that covers reading as well as writing Japanese, it is recommended that these workbooks be used with Kanji & Kanji: A Handbook of the Japanese Writing System, also available from Tuttle Publishing. Great for...

Cosplay in America

Tue, 23 Aug 2011 22:36:03 -0400

Cosplay in America

The culture of cosplay in the USA has never made it into the collective radar of pop culture trends where you'd find other fashion or hobbies. In fact, cosplay is barely known to the masses of people who are not into games or Japanese culture. This book by Ejen Chuang shows us that despite the relatively little press cosplay gets, its popularity in the United States is growing. Walk into any anime convention in America and you'll see fans dressing as their favorite characters from anime, manga...

Japan's Cultural Code Words

Tue, 12 Jun 2007 21:58:15 -0400

Japan's Cultural Code Words

From a Western perspective, the Japanese have an incomprehensible Jekyll-and-Hyde persona-cure, quaint and seductive one moment and outright savage the next. The fastest way to understand the traditional Japanese mind-set is through their cultural code words - key terms pregnant with cultural meaning which reveal, define and even control, to some extent, the attitudes and behavior of the Japanese. These key terms encapsulate a system of behavior which often escapes a literal reading of the...

Ore no Imouto ga Konnani Maruhadaka na Wakeganai Official Guidebook

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:13:10 -0500

Ore no Imouto ga Konnani Maruhadaka na Wakeganai Official Guidebook

This is awesome: a gorgeous new official guidebook for fans of the "There's No Way My Younger Sister Is This Cute" anime. Loaded with 170+ pages of color artwork from the series, this high quality fanbook is a great resource for all fans. You get information on all the episodes, all the awesome art from the show, detailed "location maps" allowing you to visit your favorite scenes from the anime on your next trip to Tokyo. You also get full info on the voice actresses, a rare treat. Enjoy this...

The Samurai Sword (A Handbook)

Thu, 17 May 2007 22:59:47 -0400

The Samurai Sword (A Handbook)

The samurai sword: symbol of the spirit of old Japan it embodies the samurai's steely discipline, unswerving devotion, and peerless skill. A feat of craftsmanship by hereditary artisans, the samurai sword is often judged superior to the famed blades of Western Damascus and Toledo. This complete handbook reveals the lore of the samurai sword, fascinating both for owners and for the intrigued. Detailing the origins and development of the samurai sword, its historical background, styles, famous...

Hetalia Conversation Book ~ English for Traveling All About USA

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:09:50 -0500

Hetalia Conversation Book ~ English for Traveling All About USA

Learn Japanese the Hetalia way with this Japanese > English dictionary made for vocabulary study. Since it is designed for Japanese who want to learn English, it is not recommended for true beginners of Japanese language study. However, if you already know your hiragana and katakana, then this is a great tool for expanding your Japanese vocabulary to include words like "kutabare". 150+ pages. (instock) Great discount: get 15% off 3 or more DVDs. Just add them to your cart and the discount will...

JLPT N4, N5 Textbook with CD ~ Goukaku Dekiru Nihongo Nouryoku Shiken N4, 5

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 22:05:57 -0500

JLPT N4, N5 Textbook with CD ~ Goukaku Dekiru Nihongo Nouryoku Shiken N4, 5

Here's a great book to help anyone planning on taking the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (Nihongo Noryoku Shiken, JLPT), a textbook taht will guide you through all the grammar, kanji, vocabulary and everything else you will need, including listening skills, thanks to the included 2-cD set that the book comes with. This is for levels N4 and N5 (the new JLPT levels 4 and 5), the easiest two levels in the test. Outstanding content, with 220+ pages of material to work through, all in Japanese...

Home Made Kawaii Donuts Mold w/ microwave

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 02:22:38 -0500

Home Made Kawaii Donuts Mold w/ microwave

Doughnuts are loved all across Japan. While most people enjoy traditional flavors, we've even seen some very cute mochi mochi doughnuts made from rice. Amazing! This set includes everything you need to get started with making your own doughnuts at home, by using nothing more than the ingredients from the recipe book, the included kit and a microwave. Simple cooking never tasted so go! (instock)

Homemade Kawaii Crepe Microwavable Mold

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:38:05 -0500

Homemade Kawaii Crepe Microwavable Mold

Even though the crepe has been popularized as a French food, they are widely available and very popular in the urban cities of Tokyo and Osaka, especially in the fashion districts of Harajuku and Shibuya. The most unique difference about the Japanese crepe is its hand-held portability, usually wrapped in a way that you can eat it while window shopping. This crepe maker is super easy to use, because it can be done using your microwave. The included recipe book is written in Japanese, but with...

Home Made Corn Dog from Microwave (American Dog)

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 19:38:05 -0500

Home Made Corn Dog from Microwave (American Dog)

The corn dog is appropriately named the American dog in Japan. It can easily be found in convenience stores all across the country. This set includes everything you need to get started with making your own corn dogs at home, by using nothing more than the ingredients from the recipe book, the included kit and a microwave. Simple cooking never tasted so go! (instock)

Japanese Home Cooking: Quick, Easy, Delicious Recipes to Make at Home

Wed, 20 Jun 2007 06:05:01 -0400

Japanese Home Cooking: Quick, Easy, Delicious Recipes to Make at Home

This large-format volume is the first in a new series from the publisher of the "World Cookbook" series, whose attractive paperback cookbooks feature an array of international cuisines. Here, Fukushima offers recipes for traditional, generally uncomplicated dishes, most of them shown in full-page, color close-ups; there are also color photographs of ingredients and techniques for making sushi, preparing tempura, etc. Hiroko Shimbo's authoritative The Japanese Kitchen is the new standard on this...