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My First Book of Japanese Words is a beautifully illustrated book that introduces young children to Japanese language and culture through everyday words.

The words profiled in this book are all commonly used in the Japanese language and are both informative and fun for English-speaking children to learn. The goals of My First Book of Japanese Words are multiple: to familiarize children with the sounds and structure of Japanese speech, to introduce core elements of Japanese culture, to illustrate the ways in which languages differ in their treatment of everyday sounds and to show how, through cultural importation, a single word can be shared between languages.

Both teachers and parents will welcome the book's cultural and linguistic notes and appreciate how the book is organized in a familiar ABC structure. Each word is presented in Kanji (when applicable), Kana, and Romanized form (Romaji).

With the help of this book, we hope more children (and adults) will soon be a part of the 125 million people worldwide that speak Japanese!

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(JLPT Level N5) The Quick and Easy Way to Learn the Basic Japanese Kanji

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This is an invaluable study guide for learning essential Japanese characters.

The First 100 Japanese Kanji is intended for beginning students or experienced speakers who need to practice writing Japanese characters. Kanji are an essential part of the Japanese language and together with kana (hiragana and katakana) comprise the written components of Japanese.

This book presents the kanji characters that are most commonly used. They have been carefully selected for rapid and efficient learning. Each kanji's readings, meanings, and common compounds are presented, and romanized pronunciations for English speakers (romanji) are included as well.

Stroke order guides are designed to teach students the standard sequence of strokes used to write each character. Three indexes at the back allow the characters to be looked up as with a dictionary or by their readings.

This book includes: Step-by-step stroke order diagrams for each character. Words and phrases using each kanji. Romanizations (romanji) to help identify and pronounce every word.

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First Steps to Mastering the Japanese Writing System

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Learn how to write all the basic Japanese hiragana with this user-friendly workbook.
Japanese Hiragana for Beginners makes learning hiragana fast and effective by using memorable picture mnemonics, along with clear explanations, examples and lots of fun exercisesa method that has helped thousands of students learn hiragana successfully in the United States and Japan. Picture mnemonics enhance memory by associating the shape and sound of each hiragana character with combinations of images and English words already familiar to students.
This Japanese language learning book is divided into three main sections: Section 1 introduces the basic 46 hiragana characters along with writing tips and practice exercises. Section 2 teaches the usage rules that allow students to write Japanese sounds. Section 3 strengthens students skills through a wide range of exercises (word searches, crossword puzzles, fill in the blanks, visual discrimination, timed quizzes, etc).A set of flash cards printed on perforated cardstock and a list of suggested flash card activities, are also provided at the end of the book. Each of these cards introduces a hiragana character along with picture mnemonic that helps to recognize and remember it.

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With its clear photography and easy to read recipes, Quick & Easy Vietnamese Cooking contains everything you need to create over 40 healthy, easy, and authentic Vietnamese recipes.This Vietnamese cookbook contains recipes from all over Vietnam and features a wide variety of ingredients. Inside are instructions for appetizers, salads, desserts, drinks, meat, poultry, rice, vegetables, seafood, soups, and curries. Recipes include:Grilled lemongrass beef saladPeanut dipping sauceMango coconut tartsBarbecued five spice porkClaypot chicken with mushroomsCoconut rice pattiesFired stuffed squidFragrant crab noodle soup. Also included in this book are unit conversion tables, dual measurements, over 30 detailed photos, and an overview of basic Vietnamese ingredients needed to create these delicious Vietnamese favorites. Enjoy!

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The Only Comprehensive Guide to Conjugation and Usage

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This is a complete study guide to the most common Korean verbs

Korean grammar is notoriously difficult for foreigners to master but is essential for those wishing to learn Korean. Easy-to-use 500 Basic Korean Verbs is the only comprehensive guide to the correct usage of Korean verbs available for English-speaking learners.

Each of the 500 most important Korean verbs is presented in a convenient single-page format that gives the verb's meaning and pronunciation and displays the verb's 48 key tenses, speech levels, and moods (all accompanied by romanizations). Also included are a handy guide to the Korean language and verb conjugation and reference tables of basic Korean verb types, along with 3 indexes (Romanized, Hangeul, and English).

500 Basic Korean Verbs Includes: Conjugations by tense, speech levels, and mood. "Model verb" system quickly identifies each verb's pattern. Sample sentences demonstrating the verb's correct usage. Free downloadable audio provides pronunciations for the verbs and 1,000 example sentences. Korean characters (Hangul) as well as romanized pronunciations to help English speakers. Two-color design makes quick reference easy.

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Ginza Go, Papa-san grew out of a witty essay in the Saturday Evening Post. Through his wit, humor, and love of people, Allan R. Bosworth has captured a quality of profound understanding seldom found in the more learned and academic works on the Japanese. A deep and abiding affection for the people of Japan has neither dulled his keen wit nor affected his objectivity. In Gina Go, Papa-san  he has succeeded in achieving a delicate balance between humor and understanding that makes light, informative, and poignant reading.

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A Thai Language Phrasebook & Dictionary (Fully Revised with New Manga Illustrations and English-Thai Dictionary)

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Making Out in Thai is a fun, accessible and thorough guide to Thai as it's really spoken in Bangkok, Chiang Mai and throughout Thailand.

This is your guide to modern spoken Thai as it is used in everyday interactions in Thailand todayincluding many colorful expressions and informal phrases not found in any other Thai phrasebook.

This fully revised edition of Making Out in Thai features a pronunciation guide for beginners to be able to speak like a native speaker, updated notes on Thai language and culture, even more useful phrases for getting around Thailand and for shopping and ordering a meal and handy tips about communicating with Thais on all sorts of levels.

The phrases are organized according to typical situations and encounters, including: Starting a Conversation Discussing Likes and Dislikes Sharing a Meal Going Out on the Town Developing a Romantic Relationship The phonetic pronunciation given for each phrase helps you pronounce it correctly; and in a pinch, you can show the Thai script version to the person you are speaking to. An English-Thai dictionary has also been added to vastly increase your vocabulary, while the new manga illustrations bring the phrases to life and show how they can be used in real-life situations. Making Out in Thai brings you to a whole new level of fluency and communication!

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With dozens of color photographs and fun, informative text, this guide to Japanese otafuku is a delight for collectors or Japanese culture enthusiasts.Anywhere you go in Japan you are likely to encounter the plump, smiling image of Otafuku. Author Amy Sylvester Katoh traces the roots and folk beginnings of this mythic figure, showing Otafuku's many delightful identities, and providing a magical glimpse into this charming character who has become a national icon.With a mixture of poems, photographs, anecdotes, and stories, she presents a veritable treasure chest of surprises that is sure to enchant readers.

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Malay cooking is known for being vibrant and flavorful. Authentic Malay Cooking contains over 40 healthy, easy, and authentic Malay recipes that you can make in your own home. Many recipes in this cookbook also have some influence from other ethnic groups in Malaysia, such as the Chinese or the Indians. Authentic Malay Cooking has recipes for snacks, rice, noodles, poultry, meat, seafood, vegetables, and desserts. Recipes include: Nasi lemakNasi dagangChicken sataySerunding dagingSambal kelapaRojakTepung pasungAnd many more! Also included in this book are unit conversion tables, dual unit measurements, an overview of the most essential Malay ingredients, and over 35 clear photos. Each recipe includes cook time, prep time, and serving sizes. Enjoy!

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The Definitive Guide to Thrown Weapons Techniques (Downloadable Media Included)

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Concise and informative, The Art of Throwing is the ultimate introduction to the exciting world of throwing weapons.

It provides thorough explanation and instruction on everything from grips and stances, targets and trajectories, and even how to construct your own weapons. The fundamentals of weapon throwing are easy to learn, but mastering aimlet alone mastering aim with a variety of weaponsinvolves time, effort and practice. Let The Art of Throwing ease your transition from novice to expert with its detailed, but easy to follow instructions from an author who has spent years mastering his technique.

With a foreword by knife throwing legend Joe "Brokenfeather" Darrah, this edition includes updated information and an hour-long downloadable video to better aid newcomers in learning the basics or help experienced throwers perfect their techniques.

The Art of Throwing includes:Basic conceptsGrips, Methods, and MechanicsThrowing implementsThe Bagakay, the knife, the ax, and the spearJapanese throwing implementsThe Shuriken and the ShakenChinese throwing implementsThe flying dart, the golden coin dart, the flying steel olive, and the flying stickerOther throwing implementsThe western dart and the boomerangSport and defensive throwingWeapon and hand care

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Amante P. Marinas, Sr., Joe "Brokenfeather" Darrah

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Japanese Hiragana & Katakana for Beginners

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First Steps to Mastering the Japanese Writing System [Downloadable Content Included]

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A complete introduction to written Japanese start here with zero knowledge and finish feeling confident!

This introduction to the Japanese writing system teaches you to read and write the fundamental 92 hiragana and katakana charactersand makes learning fun and easy with a memorable picture-based method!

The method that's helped thousands learn Japanese successfully:
Memorable pictures help you to learn the characters by associating their shapes and sounds with combinations of images and English words already familiar to youClear examples and engaging exercises offer opportunities to read, write, use and practice all 92 primary hiragana katakana characters, plus the remaining kana that stand for more complex soundsPolish your knowledge with word searches, crossword puzzles, fill-in-the-blanks, timed recognition quizzes, and other engaging activitiesThe online media includes printable flashcards to help you review and practice, even while you are on the goAll media content is alternatively accessible on the Tuttle Publishing website

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The evolution of northern Chinese cuisine has been strongly influenced by the relatively dry, cold climate and windswept steppes of northern China. It relies heavily on preserved foods and hearty fare to combat the harsh climate. Northern Chinese Favorites has everything you need to make 40 easy and authentic Chinese favorites. This book contains instructions for appetizers, desserts, meat, noodles, pancakes, poultry, seafood, soups, and vegetables. Recipes include:Pressed tofu with spicy sauceSweet almond cream dessertFive spice Beijing spareribsJiajiag MianPotstickersChicken with cashewsHot and sour soupBok choy with black mushroomsAnd many more! Also included in this book are unit conversion tables, dual measurements, over 35 detailed photos, and an overview of basic Northern Chinese ingredients for creating authentic and appetizing Chinese favorites. Each recipe includes cook time, prep time, and serving sizes. Enjoy!

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The Iconography of Tibetan Lamaism is an authoritative text on the specifically Tibetan branch of Buddhismone which possesses a rich visual history of Buddhist art and Iconagraphy.This book gives a descriptive outline of the principal gods in the Tibetan pantheon, tracing the main features and symbols that are used to denote each one. A Comprehensive illustrated list of the various ritual objects, talismans, symbols, mudras (symbolic hand poses), and asanas and vahanas (position of the lower limbs) that are used in the images of the gods is accompanied with a word list of the Sanskrit terms most commonly encountered in a study of Lamaism.A set of thirty-one thang-kas from the famous collection of Baron A. von Stael-Holstein, formerly of Peking, China, which came to America after the publication of the original edition of the book, has been included in this new and revised edition.

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This classic introduction to the rich culture and history of the Phillipines Islands is a must have for any traveler or cultural scholar.Few countries are as rich in cultural heritage as the Republic of the Philippines.  The original inhabitants came from various parts of Southeast Asia, and outlying areas preserve many of their unique and interesting customs.  In the age of exploration the Europeans came.  The hopes of the Filipino people were finally realized when, on July 4 1946, the flag of the Philippine was raised.Author, Galdys Zabilka has created an informal and interesting compilation for the overseas traveler or the armchair tourist.<br>The reader will be introduced to quaint Filipino customs, tourist attractions, folk songs, foods, and sports along with a general review of Philippine history and racial background. Almost every aspect of Filipino life is touched upon in this handy little volume. Delightful illustrations for each chapter were done by M. Kuwata. Musical scores of several Philippine folk songs are included in the last chapter.

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How to Express 1,000 Different Ideas with Just 100 Key Words and Phrases! (Arabic Phrasebook)

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It's amazing how 100 key words and phrases provide instant communication!

Do you want to speak simple Arabic but are too busy to study it? Are you visiting the Arabic-speaking world for a short time and want an Arabic phrase book and dictionary to help you communicate? If so, this is the book for you. It is the easiest and quickest way to learn Arabic. It's tiny 0.4 x 4.1 x 5.9 inches size makes it incredibly convenient to travel with but without losing the essential content for communication.

The idea of Instant Arabic is simplelearn 100 words and phrases and say 1,000 things. The trick is knowing which 100 words to learn, but author Fethi Mansouri has solved the problem, choosing only those words you'll hear again and again. Even with a vocabulary this small, you'll be surprised how quickly and fluently you too can communicate in the Arabic language. The pronunciation of each Arabic word in the book follows a precise and simple formula that will quickly become so familiar that conversing in Arabic phrases and sentences soon feels just as 'normal' as speaking English. Here's a sample of what you'll be able to do: Meet people. Go shopping. Ask directions. Ride the subway. Order food and drinks. And much more.

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How to Express 1,000 Different Ideas with Just 100 Key Words and Phrases! (Korean Phrasebook)

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It's amazing how 100 key words and phrases provide instant communication!

Do you want to speak simple Korean but are too busy to study it? Are you visiting Korea for a short time and want a Korean phrase book to help you communicate? If so, this Korean phrasebook for you. It's tiny 0.4 x 4.1 x 5.9 inches size makes it incredibly convenient to travel with but without losing the most essential content for communication. This new, expanded edition contains 15% more content, fun manga-style illustrations, and additional information on which destinations, personalities and trends are hot in Korea right now!

The idea of Instant Korean is simplelearn 100 words and phrases and say 1,000 things. The trick is knowing which 100 words to learn, but the author Boye Demente has solved the problem, choosing only those words you'll hear again and again. Even with a Korean language vocabulary this small, you'll be surprised how quickly you can learn Korean and how fluently you too can communicate in Korean. An English-Korean dictionary makes looking up words and phrases simple and quick. Here's a sample of what you'll be able to do with this Korean phrasebook: Meet people. Go shopping. Ask directions. Ride the subway. Order food and drinks. And much more.About the new edition:
This revised edition has manga illustrations to give visual cues for language use in context, and useful cultural notes on what's proper in Koreahow to address someone based on the hierarchy in societal structure (age, gender and how well acquainted with the other party), how to get the attention of a wait staff in a restaurant, etc.

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Learning Hiragana and Katakana is a systematic and comprehensive Japanese workbook that is perfect for self-study or use in a classroom setting.

Written Japanese combines three different types of characters: the Chinese characters known as kanji, and two Japanese sets of phonetic letters, hiragana and katakana, known collectively as kana, that must be mastered before the Japanese kanji can be learned.

Learning Japanese Hiragana and Katakana provides beginning-level students of Japanese a thorough grounding in the basic hiragana and katakana phonetic symbols or syllabaries. A comprehensive introduction presents their primary function, origin, pronunciation and usage. The main body of the book is devoted to presenting the 92 hira and kata characters along with their variations, giving step-by-step guidelines on how to write each character neatly in the correct stroke order, with generous practice spaces provided for handwriting practice.

This Japanese workbook includes: Systematic and comprehensive coverage of the two Japanese kana systems. Ample provision for Japanese kana practice, review, and self-testing at several levelsDetailed reference section explaining the origin and function of kana, and the various kana combinations. Access to online Japanese audio files to aid in correct pronunciation. Helpful additional information for language students accustomed to romanized Japanese. Vocabulary selected for usefulness and cultural relevance.About this new edition:

The new third edition has been expanded and revised to include many additional reading and writing exercises. Accompanying online recordings demonstrate the correct pronunciation of all the characters, vocabulary, and sentences in the book.

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This true story of Christian martyrdom takes place in feudal Japan.The Christian world will always marvel how in less than two generations the Gospel seed struck such deep roots in Japan that thousands of coverts were ready to lay down their lives for Christ.  True it is that many Japanese martyrs died for their faith are now canonized and beatified.  Among many who did not obtain the crown of martyrdom there are not a few, both men and women, who, by their heroic virtue, were an inspiration to their contemporaries.  Among the most outstanding are Justo Takayama Ukon and Gracia Hosokawa Tamako, to whom these pages are devoted.Father Laures describes vividly and accurately in these stories of Two Japanese Christian Heroes the trials and hardships of the early Catholic fathers and of their converts, their deep faith and the great spiritual strength that fortified their amazing endurance. In addition, he depicts with great insight the background of the old feudal days, the personal relationship of samurai to their lords, to their wives and to their families, as well as the political and social conditions of those days.

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More Making Out in Japanese is a fun, accessible and thorough guide to the Japanese language as it's really spoken.

This phrasebook follows the bestselling Making Out in Japanese providing additional (and classic) phrases for travelers, including ones to help you make acquaintances, discuss likes and dislikes, share a meal, go out on the town or develop a romantic relationship.

If you are a student, businessman or tourist traveling to Japan and would like to have an authentic and meaningful experience, the key is being able to speak like a local. This friendly and easy-to-use phrasebook makes this possible. More Making Out in Japanese has been completely revised and expanded to be even more helpful as a guide to modern colloquial Japanese for use in everyday informal interactionsgiving access to the sort of catchy Japanese expressions that aren't covered in traditional language materials. As well as the Romanized forms (romanji), each expression is now given in authentic Japanese script (kanji and kana with furigana pronunciation clues), so that in the case of difficulties the book can be shown to the person the user is trying to communicate with.

This Japanese phrasebook includes:A guide to pronouncing Japanese words correctlyExplanations of basic Japanese grammar, such as, intonation, word stress, and particlesA guide to male and female usageRomanized forms of words and phrases (romanji)Complete Japanese translations including Japanese characters (kanji) and the Japanese alphabet (kana)Useful and interesting notes on Japanese language and cultureLots of colorful, fun and useful expressions not covered in other phrasebooks
Titles in this unique series of bestselling phrase books include: Making Out in Chinese, Making Out in Indonesian, Making Out in Thai, Making Out in Korean, Making Out in Hindi, Making Out in Japanese, Making Out in Vietnamese, Making Out in Burmese, Making Out in Tagalog, Making Out in Hindi, Making Out in Arabic, Making Out in English, More Making Out in Korean, and More Making Out in Japanese.

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True Tales of Assassins, Samurai, and Outlaws

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Ninja Attack! introduces dozens of unforgettable real-life ninja straight out of the annals of Japanese historymany of whom are all but unknown outside their home country.

Ninja masters. Solo assassins and operatives. Femme fatales as deadly as they were beautiful. Swordfighters out of legend. And the Shogun and warlords who commanded them. Each individual in this graphic novel is profiled with a full-page manga-style drawing and a dossier brimming with top-secret information, including photos, anecdotes, and dramatic stories of the individuals in action.

The book covers ninja clothing styles, the types of weapons that were used, ninja tools, ninja tricks of the trade, and the basics of the ninja diet. It also includes a do-it-yourself tour of ninja related spots in modern Tokyo.

Ninja Attack! is everything you always wanted to know about ninja but were too afraid you'd get a shuriken in the eye to ask.

Legendary ninja covered in this book include:Prince ShotokuMochizuki ChiyojoHattori HanzoMatsuo BashoMamiya RinzoJiraiya
Book 2 of 3 in the Yokai Attack! series. Others include Yokai Attack! and Yurei Attack!.