Learn and Study Japanese -- J-List will help

Learn Japanese Through Sake ~ Sake no Hosomichi A la carte

Wed, 09 Jul 2008 00:25:35 -0400

Learn Japanese Through Sake ~ Sake no Hosomichi A la carte

A great way of learning Japanese is by reading Manga, since it exposes you to typical speaking vocabulary compared to your standard textbook. This comic however, focuses its conversation lessons around an izakaya or traditional Japanese bar setting, designed to teach English to Japanese. For those who've studied for a semester or two, you can learn Japanese through a "reverse" method, taking the English text and recognizing the Japanese translations. Portions of the text are also written with...

Calorie Mate -- Chocolate Flavor

Wed, 29 Aug 2007 02:27:31 -0400

Calorie Mate -- Chocolate Flavor

For those on the go and too busy to worry about their bodies, there's Calorie Mate - a well balanced snack food item that is packed with plenty of vitamins and nutrients to keep you filled with energy in order to keep up with your daily activities. Sports, work, studying... just eat one of these specially sealed treats and you're back on track in no time. Comes in a delicious Chocolate flavor. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Click to view a '24' Calorie Mate commercial...

Omiyage Bon 1 - Home Stay & Culture Guide

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 22:11:26 -0400

Omiyage Bon 1 - Home Stay & Culture Guide

If you've always been curious about the history and roots of the various well known aspects of the Japanese culture, look now further than this special Omiyage (gift) book. Written both in Japanese and English, this book reveals wonderful tidbits of information that both challenge popular belief and inspire you to research more. Practically going from A-Z, this book covers things from Yakitori (grilled chicken), Karaoke and Ninjas, as well providing detailed information on Ukiyoe, Himeji...

Calorie Mate -- Fruit Flavor

Wed, 03 Oct 2007 07:42:48 -0400

Calorie Mate -- Fruit Flavor

For those on the go and too busy to worry about their bodies, there's Calorie Mate - a well balanced snack food item that is packed with plenty of vitamins and nutrients to keep you filled with energy in order to keep up with your daily activities. Sports, work, studying... just eat one of these specially sealed treats and you're back on track in no time. This is the delicious Fruit flavor. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Click to view a '24' Calorie Mate commercial Order...

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...

PILOT HI-TEC-C 0.4mm Basic 5 Color Gel Ink Pen Set

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 22:12:10 -0400

PILOT HI-TEC-C 0.4mm Basic 5 Color Gel Ink Pen Set

Get your study on with this brand new set of color ink gel pens courtesy by Pilot. This HI-Tec-C pens feature an ultra fine tipped points (great for cramming all those notes in a small note card) and is perfect for those that require extreme precision. The ink glides smoothly on the paper's surface and is chemically designed to not bleed after it dries. These pens are highly sought after throughout the US and are now available here at J-list. This five pack includes "basic colors" in a fine 0.4...

Talking About Buddhism ~ Eigo de Hanasu Bukkyou

Wed, 11 Jul 2007 00:21:04 -0400

Talking About Buddhism ~ Eigo de Hanasu Bukkyou

In the eyes of non-Japanese, it seems odd that when Japanese are born, they are taken to a shrine, when they marry, they go to a church, and when they die they go to a temple. When asked, "Why do you do that?" most Japanese are utterly at a loss as to how to answer. The Buddhism that was transmitted to Japan has continued to provide Japanese with wisdom and strength for living. Buddhism has soothed the minds of the people and greatly affected their way of seeing and thinking. No discussion of...

Chibi Maruko chan Kanji Dictionary 1

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

Chibi Maruko chan Kanji Dictionary 1

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...

Wooden Japanese Study Puzzle ~ Japan Map

Tue, 08 Jul 2008 22:49:44 -0400

Wooden Japanese Study Puzzle ~ Japan Map

For those who want a fun way to learn the geography of Japan, here's a wooden puzzle map that features all the prefectures of Japan. The puzzle measures 22x29 cm (8.6x11.4 inches) and has about 99 pieces in the collection. The prefectures are written in full kanji and showcases some of the top landmarks that each location is known for, from the Tokyo tower, delicious seafood, special traditional items, or exotic animals that every prefecture is famous for. Very kawaii and very educational. Made...

The Magic Seeds ~ Doraemon Bilingual Book

Mon, 21 Apr 2008 03:50:23 -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...

Shadowing ~ Let's Speak Japanese! -- Nihongo wo Hanaso! ~ Beginner to Intermediate Edition

Fri, 18 May 2007 21:46:41 -0400

Shadowing ~ Let's Speak Japanese! -- Nihongo wo Hanaso! ~ Beginner to Intermediate Edition

One of the best ways to learning how to speak Japanese is listening and repeating, which is what this book entitled "Shadowing" is all about. The book is designed to provide the bare basics of developing your pronunciation skills and listening comprehension throughout the entire 120+ pages of text. Written in Japanese (with furigana pronunciations) and English, Chinese, as well as Korean translations so you know the meanings of what you're expressing. The book starts off from the bare basics...

Yappari Ohiruha Obento ~ Lunch Time Bento

Tue, 01 Jul 2008 23:03:39 -0400

Yappari Ohiruha Obento ~ Lunch Time Bento

For those of the uninitiated, creating a bento (boxed lunch) is much more than just putting pieces of food together. It requires a unique sense of knowing the right proportions for each dish, packaging it, and knowing which foods to use for the right season (so as not to make it spoil during the warmer months). But it also takes a lot of time to make. This cookbook focuses on the delicious creations of traditional Japanese cooking and the bentos that practically every businessman, OL, and child...

JLPT Super Drill by Patterns - Level 2 ~ Pattern Betsu 2 kyu Tettei Drill

Sun, 03 Feb 2008 23:47:56 -0500

JLPT Super Drill by Patterns - Level 2 ~ Pattern Betsu 2 kyu Tettei Drill

Every December across the world Japanese language students take the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT). Because this happens only once a year preparation is essential, and good practice guides are still difficult to find. This book by ALC press (publishers of the Nihongo Journal), give you a fantastic drill and guide toward passing these tests! This specific book focuses on developing the skills to proficiency in passing the level 2 proficiency exam. Inside you'll be taken through five...

Catchy Japanese Phrases ~ Nihongo Maruanki Cho

Fri, 17 Aug 2007 02:22:30 -0400

Catchy Japanese Phrases ~ Nihongo Maruanki Cho

Looking to become a conversationalist in Japanese? Then this unique Japanese study book is for you. This book containing hundreds of frequently-used Japanese phrases in a format easy for studying. Each page contains 4 ready-to-use phrases that can be cut out and used as a study card. On one side of the card, the situation you might use the phrase plus the phrase itself in English, Chinese or Korean is written. On the back is the Japanese phrase written in Japanese (with furigana on top of the...

Catchy Japanese Phrases II ~ Nihongo Maruanki Cho 2

Wed, 15 Aug 2007 03:10:32 -0400

Catchy Japanese Phrases II ~ Nihongo Maruanki Cho 2

The first "Catchy Japanese Phrases" book by The Japan Times was such a hit with J-List customers studying Japanese, that we are pleased to bring you the second in the series. This is a book designed to help you to become a conversationalist in Japanese by having you study common situations and the phrases you would commonly use in them. Containing hundreds of frequently-used Japanese phrases in a format easy for studying, each page contains 4 ready-to-use phrases that can be cut out and used as...

Japanese Folk Tales 4 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 4

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 03:10:03 -0400

Japanese Folk Tales 4 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 4

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...

Japanese Folk Tales 5 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 5

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 22:28:18 -0400

Japanese Folk Tales 5 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 5

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...

Akihabara Maniac Map

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

Akihabara Maniac Map

This is the Akihabara guide book every otaku fan should have. This guidebook contains detailed maps of the the Tokyo Electric Town, with shop addresses and pictures. The best of the best is selected, from computer parts to figures shops, from manga to games, maid cafe and game centers. Divided in areas this book is very useful for those who are searching to discover all the hidden treasures of Akihabara. 100 pages, japanese text. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) ...

Word's World Word Book with 2 Check Sheets -- RED + GREEN

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 22:11:26 -0400

Word's World Word Book with 2 Check Sheets -- RED + GREEN

This organized Word Book notepad is great study tool for language students, with page number (for easy reference in your textbook), word, pronunciation, and Japanese columns. Includes green and red overlays so you can black out red or green highlighted text blocks for self-quizzing. 55 pages. Approx 6.5 x 3.5 inches. The red and green color overlays are removable and re-insertable, so you can pick which one you want as the cover. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) ...

PETITE COLOGNE Fragrant Gel Ink Ball Pointed Pen 8 Shiny Colors Set

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 22:11:26 -0400

PETITE COLOGNE Fragrant Gel Ink Ball Pointed Pen 8 Shiny Colors Set

Coming to you from the Zebra Corporation is this fun and absolutely wacky product from Japan. These ball point pen not only write with a vibrant colors but have wonderful scents that add that little extra to your stationery needs. This set of 8 pens are encased in a protective case to keep them safe whenever not in use. A great way to send a warm message to that special someone and leave a lasting impression. Features the following scents - blueberry (blue ink), orange (orange ink), peach (pink...

Fun with Katakana ~ Sutekina Katakana

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

Fun with Katakana ~ Sutekina Katakana

This is a picture book by Gomi Taro, a very famous picture book designer, that is here to help you do your first step into Japanese language. When a student starts off in learning Japanese, one of the first writing systems they learn to use is hiragana (used for standard Japanese words). However, another writing system used for writing foreign words (called katakana) is just as important, but not emphasized enough. However, here's a fun and cute way to learn Japanese katakana in a cute...

Colloquial Kansai Japanese

Thu, 03 Jul 2008 22:15:26 -0400

Colloquial Kansai Japanese

Maido, maido and welcome to the Kansai region of western Japan. Whether visiting or living in this area, you will quickly notice the locals aren't speaking standard Japanese taught in textbooks and classrooms. The language on the streets is Kansai-ben: a dialect said to be earthier and more direct. With clear explanations of grammar, a Kansai-ben dictionary, and a helpful index, Colloquial Kansai Japanese is an indispensable guide to the rich speech of Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe. Publshed by...

AIUEO Study with Anpanman

Tue, 27 May 2008 22:25:24 -0400

AIUEO Study with Anpanman

Anpan-man is the super hero beloved by virtually all children in Japan. His head is made of anpan or bread with sweet beans inside, and he and his friends Curry Bread Man, Sliced Bread Man and Melon Panna fight the evil Baikin-man (Bacteria Man). This is a fun Nintendo DS game that helps teach reading and writing of hiragana and katakana through games, card puzzles, and more. You also learn to write correctly using the proper stroke order and the stylus. Learning Japanese was never more fun...

Japan at a Glance For Young Adult ~ Nihon Marugoto Jiten

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

Japan at a Glance For Young Adult ~ Nihon Marugoto Jiten

For those who want to get a crash course in the world of Japanese culture, this book is just what you need. Compiled with experiences of over 10,000 people, this hand book is a quick and concise must have for those who want to have a gist of the main things to expect when entering this wonderful country. Some items of interest include Japanese folk tales, details on martial arts, what to do in an emergency, how to wear a yukata, national holidays, the government and cabinet of Japan, and many...

New Pentel Fude Roman Brush Pen -- Bold & Thin - XSFW33B

Fri, 14 Dec 2007 19:33:49 -0500

New Pentel Fude Roman Brush Pen -- Bold & Thin - XSFW33B

From the Pentel company, a great fude pen for writing in the calligraphy style that all Japanese learn to write from elementary school age. This modern version of the traditional pen needs no special ink. It is double ended and has special tips for writing both bold and thin lines. Great for all study lovers and fans of shuuji (classic calligraphy with a writing brush). (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off...

Check Tape Set

Thu, 06 Mar 2008 07:52:52 -0500

Check Tape Set

No student studying Japanese should go without this nifty little item. With this cool check tape set you can highlight any words on your document in a transparent green marking and in conjunction with the red transparent sheet, will hide those words you highlighted. To make things even better, you can actually erase green highlight to restore the document to it's original form. This is a perfect item for those studying foreign languages that require complex characters to write (Kanji, Hangul...

Magic Calligraphy Practice Sheet

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 09:55:51 -0500

Magic Calligraphy Practice Sheet

Writing Japanese correctly can be very daunting for even the Japanese themselves, with everyone striving for perfection in their writing. For the student of Japanese writing we have these very special practice papers. With a wooden brush you can write large letters and practice the perfect spacing that is always elusive to beginners. No ink is necessary-- just dip in water and the paper will darken just like ink! Furthermore, when the paper dries, the "ink" will disappear, leaving you to be...

FURO-TAN -- Bath Water Proof Study Flashcard Set

Mon, 12 May 2008 00:37:24 -0400

FURO-TAN -- Bath Water Proof Study Flashcard Set

The Japanese are very innovative when it comes to studying. Here's a new idea for you -- studying while soaking in the bath tub, using these specially coated water-friendly blank study cards. Just write the vocabulary words you're trying to memorize (or whatever) using an oil-based permanent pen and you'll never have to worry about the cards becoming wet and falling apart in the bath. This purchase is for one individual set of ringed cards, with either a blue or red front (picked randomly...

Deluxe Pentel Fude Brush Pen 2way Type

Sun, 25 May 2008 23:21:37 -0400

Deluxe Pentel Fude Brush Pen 2way Type

From the Pentel company, a great fude pen for writing in the calligraphy style that all Japanese learn to write from elementary school age. This modern version of the traditional pen needs no special ink. It is double ended and has special tips for writing both bold and thin lines. Great for all study lovers and fans of shuuji (classic calligraphy with a writing brush). A larger deluxe (DX) version. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any...

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...

Writing E-mails in Japanese ~ Nihongo email no Kakikata

Thu, 03 Apr 2008 23:05:43 -0400

Writing E-mails in Japanese ~ Nihongo email no Kakikata

Written by Akiko Yana, Rio Ooki, and Yuka Komatsu, this informative how to guide details the intricacies of writing and responding in both in casual and professional Japanese utilizing one of today's most widely used form of communication, E-mail. Although the entire book is written in Japanese, it provides an English translation, summarizing the content of the e-mail. On the bottom of each page is a list of vocabulary used for the letter, and additional furigana pronunciations are written...

Hiragana Times June 2008 No. 260

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:22:51 -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...

Kutsuwa Study Flashcards w/Check Sheet

Wed, 16 May 2007 12:57:06 -0400

Kutsuwa Study Flashcards w/Check Sheet

Those studying foreign languages in Japan can often be seen on a train or in a coffee shop with these study cards. Kept on an openable ring, these pocket-sized quiz/flash cards can be pulled out at any time for a quick quiz no matter where you are. These are incredibly convenient for Japanese study - just write the word in English on one side and the word in Japanese on the other and test yourself on the English or on the Japanese. This is a simple yet powerful study guide made even better with...

PILOT HI-TEC-C 0.4mm Cosmetic 5 Color Gel Ink Pen Set

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:22:51 -0400

PILOT HI-TEC-C 0.4mm Cosmetic 5 Color Gel Ink Pen Set

Get your study on with this brand new set of color ink gel pens courtesy by Pilot. This HI-Tec-C pens feature an ultra fine tipped points (great for cramming all those notes in a small note card) and is perfect for those that require extreme precision. The ink glides smoothly on the paper's surface and is chemically designed to not bleed after it dries. These pens are highly sought after throughout the US and are now available here at J-list. This five pack includes "cosmetic colors" in a fine...

PTICOLON Blue Green / Mint Fragrant Gel Ink Ball Pointed Pen

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:22:51 -0400

PTICOLON Blue Green / Mint Fragrant Gel Ink Ball Pointed Pen

Coming to you from the Zebra Corporation is this fun and absolutely wacky product from Japan. These ball point pen not only write with a vibrant colors but have wonderful scents that add that little extra to your stationery needs. This set of 8 pens are encased in a protective case to keep them safe whenever not in use. A great way to send a warm message to that special someone and leave a lasting impression. Part of zebra's PTICOLON collection (PTI being a strange abbreviation for "Puchi...

PTICOLON Pink / Peach Fragrant Gel Ink Ball Pointed Pen

Sun, 29 Jun 2008 22:22:51 -0400

PTICOLON Pink / Peach Fragrant Gel Ink Ball Pointed Pen

Coming to you from the Zebra Corporation is this fun and absolutely wacky product from Japan. These ball point pen not only write with a vibrant colors but have wonderful scents that add that little extra to your stationery needs. This set of 8 pens are encased in a protective case to keep them safe whenever not in use. A great way to send a warm message to that special someone and leave a lasting impression. Part of zebra's PTICOLON collection (PTI being a strange abbreviation for "Puchi...

Zebra "Check Set" ~ Best for Memory Retention

Sun, 06 Jul 2008 22:11:26 -0400

Zebra "Check Set" ~ Best for Memory Retention

There's a reason why the Japanese consistently students are able to score among the world's best students: they have excellent study techniques here, and are good at rote memorization. Here's a super item for all students who want to give themselves an advantage: a "Check Set" that helps you memorize any information, be it English, Japanese, history or what have you. To use the study kit, take the included green pen and highlight the important words in your study material, either in your text...

Pentel Deluxe Brush Pen (Fude Pen) -- Bold Line - XFP5M

Thu, 04 Oct 2007 23:50:56 -0400

Pentel Deluxe Brush Pen (Fude Pen) -- Bold Line - XFP5M

From the Pentel company, a great fude pen for writing in the calligraphy style that all Japanese learn to write from elementary school age. This modern version of the traditional pen needs no special ink. It has a special tip for writing bold lines. Great for all study lovers and for the "shuuji curious." (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)

Japanese Pops and Songs for Learning Japanese ~ Nihongo de Utaou!

Sat, 19 May 2007 07:58:25 -0400

Japanese Pops and Songs for Learning Japanese ~ Nihongo de Utaou!

Power-up your Japanese studies with this interesting method using Japanese "pops" music and other famous songs explained point-by-point with the accompanying CD. 15 fun-filled tracks including "Ue wo Muite Arukou" (aka the Sukiyaki Song), "Sotsugyou Shashin" (a classic song by Yumi Matsutoya about graduation from school and emerging into life), "Aka Tombo" (famous song about a boy chains a red dragonfly that all Japanese know), and the ubiquitous "Sazae-san" (the opening theme song for the...

Talking about Japanese Life and Culture in English ~ Eigo de Nihon no Seikatsu wo Setsumeisuru

Thu, 09 Aug 2007 22:08:57 -0400

Talking about Japanese Life and Culture in English ~ Eigo de Nihon no Seikatsu wo Setsumeisuru

Talking About Life and Culture in Japanese is one of those books that really gives you a lot of the information that you would hope to find in such a title, as well as some gems that might really surprise you. A great bilingual book with a mountain of tips and explanations on understanding daily life, cultural history, and general trivia (the kind that you can really use!). Each page is well organized with corresponding English and Japanese sentences matched numerically. At the end of the...

SLICCI ~ Pentel Stylish Color Gel Ink Pen 0.25 mm -- 5 Pen Set

Fri, 07 Mar 2008 06:27:08 -0500

SLICCI ~ Pentel Stylish Color Gel Ink Pen 0.25 mm -- 5 Pen Set

Pentel is getting some attention for its stylishly cute color pens in their Slicci series, a cute and stylish assortment with five 0.25 mm ballpoint capped pens in green, blue, purple, orange, and pink. This is a high quality set of precision pens that are built to last. Slicci pens are especially popular among young Japanese middle and high school students in Japan, to the point of being mentioned in recent Japanese e-novels made for mobile phone viewing. (More like this) (Direct link to this...

SLICCI ~ Pentel New Stylish Gel Ink Pen 0.3mm -- 5 Colors Set

Tue, 03 Jun 2008 23:50:09 -0400

SLICCI ~ Pentel New Stylish Gel Ink Pen 0.3mm -- 5 Colors Set

Pentel is getting some attention for its stylishly cute color pens in their Slicci series, a cute and stylish assortment with five 0.3 mm ballpoint capped pens in green, blue, purple, orange, and pink. This is a high quality set of precision pens that are built to last. Slicci pens are especially popular among young Japanese middle and high school students in Japan, to the point of being mentioned in recent Japanese e-novels made for mobile phone viewing. (More like this) (Direct link to this...

Cinnamoroll HIRAGANA Learning Book with HIRAGANA Chart

Fri, 28 Mar 2008 02:33:01 -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. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)

Street Smart Trivia ~ Machi Ju no Gimon

Fri, 27 Jun 2008 00:55:53 -0400

Street Smart Trivia ~ Machi Ju no Gimon

This collaboration by The Daily Gendai and writer Steven Johnson sets out to answer questions that you NEVER thought about in a "Things That Make You Go Hmmm" publication. 230+ pages of thought provoking questions are answered in a delightful and entertaining manner (often describing the frustration of the authorities trying to explain a system that has no clearly defined barriers) that not only make you more street smart, but make for great conversation topics as well. Inside, you'll find...

Japanese Folk Tales 3 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 3

Thu, 21 Feb 2008 23:59:04 -0500

Japanese Folk Tales 3 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 3

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...

Japanese Folk Tales 1 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 1

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 23:01:08 -0400

Japanese Folk Tales 1 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 1

For those who wish to learn a little more about Japanese folktales, here's the perfect book for you. Brought to you by Benjamin Woodward and Japan Times, this book was intended to help little children learn how to speak and read English using the familiar stories of Japan they grew up with. The stories are completely written in English with Japanese vocabulary written on the bottom to add a little explanation and develop vocabulary. This book comes with an audio CD to help you along and is a...

Japanese Recipes 60 ~ Washoku no Kihon

Mon, 04 Jun 2007 12:59:21 -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...

Hiragana Times Reserve Subscription

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

Hiragana Times Reserve Subscription

Hiragana Times is the premiere magazine for students of Japanese and anyone who wants to follow Japan every month. Each issue features articles both in English and in Japanese (complete with furigana pronunciation) to help those studying the language. 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 themselves who wish to share their own personal...

PILOT HI-TEC-C 0.3mm Cosmetic 5 Color Gel Ink Pen Set

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 23:20:50 -0400

PILOT HI-TEC-C 0.3mm Cosmetic 5 Color Gel Ink Pen Set

Get your study on with this brand new set of color ink gel pens courtesy by Pilot. This HI-Tec-C pens feature an ultra fine tipped points (great for cramming all those notes in a small note card) and is perfect for those that require extreme precision. The ink glides smoothly on the paper's surface and is chemically designed to not bleed after it dries. These pens are highly sought after throughout the US and are now available here at J-list. This five pack includes "cosmetic colors" in a fine...

PILOT HI-TEC-C 0.3mm Basic 5 Color Gel Ink Pen Set

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 23:20:50 -0400

PILOT HI-TEC-C 0.3mm Basic 5 Color Gel Ink Pen Set

Get your study on with this brand new set of color ink gel pens courtesy by Pilot. This HI-Tec-C pens feature an ultra fine tipped points (great for cramming all those notes in a small note card) and is perfect for those that require extreme precision. The ink glides smoothly on the paper's surface and is chemically designed to not bleed after it dries. These pens are highly sought after throughout the US and are now available here at J-list. This five pack includes "basic colors" in a fine 0.3...

KY Shiki Nihongo - Japanese Abbreviated Slang Words

Sun, 22 Jun 2008 23:58:56 -0400

KY Shiki Nihongo - Japanese Abbreviated Slang Words

There's a class of Japanese slang words that are made up of English letters that abbreviate odd Japanese words or phrases, and you can learn about them in this useful study guide. The most famous is "KY," which stands for "kuuki yomenai" meaning literally "can't read the air," describing someone who is on the socially inept side and unable to read social situations before opening his mouth. How about "JK," a code for "joshi kosei" or female high school students. Then there's "IW," from "imi...

Omamori Key Chain for Study

Thu, 06 Dec 2007 22:03:27 -0500

Omamori Key Chain for Study

The Japanese people believe that omamori is a charm that protects the holder and gives good luck. On one side is the name of the temple that produced the charm, and the other side is a blessing, usually to aid in some specific challenge that the owner needs to persevere against. These are sold generally at temples and can be hung wherever the owner needs it the most. At J-List we are proud to offer these keychain omamori that may offer the same protection and happiness to you! These durable...

Deluxe Pentel Fude Brush Pen -- Roman Brush & Hard - XGFW50

Fri, 06 Jul 2007 01:21:12 -0400

Deluxe Pentel Fude Brush Pen -- Roman Brush & Hard - XGFW50

From the Pentel company, a great fude pen for writing in the calligraphy style that all Japanese learn to write from elementary school age. This modern version of the traditional pen needs no special ink. It is double ended and has special tips for writing both the classic "roman" (English) alphabet and hard lines. Great for all study lovers. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)

Perfect Kanji ~ Kakitori Kun vol. 1

Wed, 11 Jun 2008 01:33:45 -0400

Perfect Kanji ~ Kakitori Kun vol. 1

There's exactly one way to write kanji characters correctly, with a specific stroke order for each that you're supposed to keep to every time you write. The trouble is, Japanese people themselves eventually forget this proper way to write, making their characters sloppy and hard to read. Here's a great learning tool to help both Japanese people and foreigners write kanji well. In this great learning tool, you write all the characters learned in first through sixth grade, with a digital teacher...

100 Tough Questions for Japan ~ Eigo de Hanasu Nihon no Nazo

Thu, 19 Jun 2008 22:43:46 -0400

100 Tough Questions for Japan ~ Eigo de Hanasu Nihon no Nazo

Living in a different country opens your eyes to a plenty of new experiences, some welcome, some "unwelcome" but all fascinating. It's exciting to be able make these discoveries on your own and compare it to your own culture, giving you more appreciation for both your home country and the foreign country you're living in. Japan, of course, isn't without it's own quirks, where you may find yourself shocked finding a man urinating out in public in the middle of a busy street, or the sound of loud...

Kanji in Mangaland Levels 1 and 2

Sun, 15 Jun 2008 23:58:45 -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...

A Bilingual Handbook on Japanese Culture ~ Nihonbunka wo Eigo de Shoukaisuru Jiten

Wed, 16 May 2007 14:35:40 -0400

A Bilingual Handbook on Japanese Culture ~ Nihonbunka wo Eigo de Shoukaisuru Jiten

This third edition of the popular Bilingual Handbook is a fascinating resource of all things Japanese. With passages in both Japanese and English on the same page, it is not only an excellent study guide on Japanese culture and society but a study tool for the Japanese language as well. Heavily illustrated, this book with fascinate and delight everyone who has an interest in Japanese culture from the beginner to the more studied. There are passages on many topics such as the Japanese spirit...

First Kanji Dictionary: Look & Remember ~ Mite Oboeru Kanji Jiten

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

First Kanji Dictionary: Look & Remember ~ Mite Oboeru Kanji Jiten

Studying kanji is one of the hardest parts of Japanese to master, and for those beginning it can seem a nearly impossible task. This book can make studying kanji fun again, with this pictorial kanji dictionary that covers 1st and 2nd grade kanji, along with hiragana and katakana. Each page has a simple and colorful drawing depicting the meaning of the kanji, along with the kanji written large with stroke order and in many cases how the kanji came to be. Each kanji page also contains the onyomi...

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...

Life in Japan -- Living Japanese Through Comics

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

Life 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...