Picture 1 of 6
Stock photo
Picture 1 of 6
Stock photo
Learning Japanese Hiragana and Katakana : A Workbook for Self-Study by Tetsuo Takagaki and Kenneth G. Henshall (2014, Trade Paperback)
cultura_jp (59)
100% positive feedback
Price:
US $43.59
(inclusive of GST)
ApproximatelyS$ 57.16
Free shipping
Returns:
30 days return. Buyer pays for return shipping. If you use an eBay shipping label, it will be deducted from your refund amount.
Condition:
Oops! Looks like we're having trouble connecting to our server.
Refresh your browser window to try again.
About this product
Product Identifiers
PublisherTuttle Publishing
ISBN-104805312270
ISBN-139784805312278
eBay Product ID (ePID)201600854
Product Key Features
Number of Pages128 Pages
LanguageEnglish
Publication NameLearning Japanese Hiragana and Katakana : a Workbook for Self-Study
Publication Year2014
SubjectMulti-Language Dictionaries, Alphabets & Writing Systems, Japanese
TypeLanguage Course
Subject AreaForeign Language Study, Language Arts & Disciplines
AuthorTetsuo Takagaki, Kenneth G. Henshall
FormatTrade Paperback
Dimensions
Item Height0.2 in
Item Weight12 Oz
Item Length10 in
Item Width7.5 in
Additional Product Features
Edition Number2
Intended AudienceTrade
LCCN2014-947071
Dewey Edition23
Reviews"The definitive aid to swiftly reaching native-speaker competence in reading and writing kana ." -- Dr. Masayoshi Ogino, University of Canterbury, " Learning Japanese Hiragana and Katakana gives you an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at kana. It covers the 46 basic symbols for each system, and the 61 modifications and combinations." -- Eurolinguiste blog, "Learning Japanese Hiragana and Katakana gives you an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at kana. It covers the 46 basic symbols for each system, and the 61 modifications and combinations." -- Eurolinguiste blog, Learning Japanese Hiragana and Katakana gives you an in-depth, behind-the-scenes look at kana. It covers the 46 basic symbols for each system, and the 61 modifications and combinations. -- Eurolinguiste blog
IllustratedYes
Dewey Decimal495.682421
SynopsisLearning 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 levels Detailed 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., Master Hiragana & Katakana -- The Essential Japanese Writing Workbook! Whether you're planning a trip to Japan, diving into anime and manga, or starting your language journey, this bestselling, beginner-friendly workbook makes learning the Japanese alphabet simple, fun, and effective. With clear stroke-by-stroke guides, real vocabulary, and tons of practice, you'll quickly build confidence reading and writing Hiragana and Katakana. Perfect for travelers, students, and anime fans -- no prior experience needed! Step-by-step lessons for all 92 kana characters Stroke order charts & writing practice sheets Online audio for perfect pronunciation Quizzes, flash cards, and vocabulary examples Ideal for self-study, class use, or JLPT prep Unlike dense textbooks or distracting apps, this workbook keeps it simple and hands-on. You'll build muscle memory through writing and start recognizing kana in the wild, from signs and menus to subtitles and conversations. By the end you'll be reading and writing basic Japanese with confidence -- and ready to take on the next level (Kanji and beyond)!, Learning Hiragana and Katakana is a systematic and comprehensive Japanese workbook that can be used along with a Japanese language textbook or as a stand-alone resource to learn the Japanese alphabet ("kana"). 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. This best-selling book since 1990, is a favorite tool of students and teachers worldwide.
LC Classification NumberPL528
All listings for this product
Be the first to write a review
