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First Kanji Dictionary: Look & Remember ~ Mite Oboeru Kanji E 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...

First Kanji Dictionary: Look & Remember ~ Mite Oboeru Kanji E 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...

Ouchi de Wagashiyasan ~ Love Love Traditional Japanese Sweets

Japanese confectioners love to add a little decorative flair to their creations which is wonderfully captured in this photobook/ "cookbook." This inspirational piece works to help stimulate your imagination to give your own special confections as gifts, for Valentines day, and parties. Make delicious treats such as daifuku, okara and Amanattou cake, dango, dorayaki (pancake), and other delicious snacks from Japan. Additional ideas for wrapping also help you get the attention that you're hoping...

Nihongo Journal April 2007

J-List is proud to present Nihongo Journal, the famous monthly publication by ALC Press that's filled with useful Japanese study exercises for all levels. Each page is specially designed for learners of Japanese, written in full kanji (Chinese characters) with furigana pronunciation. Additional focuses on special vocabulary to learn, coupled with featured articles written with English translations, even more lessons on grammar, comic and role play exercises to help you learn phrases that you...

Ouchi de Wagashiyasan ~ Love Love Traditional Japanese Sweets

Japanese confectioners love to add a little decorative flair to their creations which is wonderfully captured in this photobook/ "cookbook." This inspirational piece works to help stimulate your imagination to give your own special confections as gifts, for Valentines day, and parties. Make delicious treats such as daifuku, okara and Amanattou cake, dango, dorayaki (pancake), and other delicious snacks from Japan. Additional ideas for wrapping also help you get the attention that you're hoping...

Edo Style Handy Accessory Pouch -- Pink

Another great item with an traditional feel is this accessory pouch. When completely extended it measures 13x23 cm (5x9 inches) and contains a number of pockets to store coins and other items which are secured by button style loop holes. The main storage compartment is secured by a zipper and folds up nice and neat to a 8.5x13 cm (3.3 x 5 inch) dimension to fit easily in your bag or purse. Great for summer nights when wearing a kimono for that authentic Japanese touch. Made of soft cotton. This...

How to make Bento Art ~ Obento Art no Tsukurikata

To some people, bento is just regular food that you consume and do away with after you're done. To others the way of the bento is an artform. This is particularly true for Japanese mothers who pride themselves on the talents making their kids boxed lunches into a wonderful surprise that will greet them when lunch time comes along. This cook book of sorts discusses the fine art of making these fun bentos going into detail over which foods offer the best colors and how to cut these intricate...