Japanese Resources March 2014
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Special date for your diary!
National Symposium: Japanese Language Education 2014
Thursday and Friday 10 - 11 July
University of Technology, Sydney
Organising Partners: The Japan Foundation, Sydney
Melbourne Centre for Japanese Language Education
Coursebooks
Ohisama… connect!
By Mary Taguchi
Mary Taguchi has had a long involvement in language education and research in Japan and Australia, teaching Japanese
and English to many young children.
“If we think of the enormous
linguistic skill naturally achieved
by children in the very first years,
the behaviour patterns of play,
song, repetition, creation and
determined communication, this,
then, must be our guide to further
language acquisition”. Mary
Taguchi
Ohisama… connect! has identified the language that makes
the day turn around, extended it to topic areas and additionally connected it to the authentic traditions of Japan. Using the
image of the sun and clouds, Mary Taguchi provides a clear
framework to attach and connect activities and resources.
Components :
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Ohisama Connect Core
Ohisama Connect Sunbeams Book 1
Ohisama Connect Sunbeams Book 2
Ohisama Connect Clouds Book 1
Ohisama Connect Clouds Book 2
Ohisama Connect Songs CD
Ohisama Connect Folklore 8 Plays
$ 70.00
$ 90.00
$105.00
$120.00
$170.00
$ 50.00
$ 70.00
Let’s Do Japanese – Beginner Level Book + CD
$38.50 - 20%
A course for late primary ~ early secondary beginner students
which is a textbook, workbook, homework book and project
folio in one. Written in Roomaji initially and kana introduced
progressively, it is simple in design and presents the 10 units,
and Hiragana, in a straightforward manner.
The audio CD contains clear pronunciation and modeling
of key vocabulary and sentences. Look at the “View Inside”
function of our website where you can see inside the book.
Also please see the website: www.letsdojapanese.com
Marugoto: Japanese language and culture Starter A1
The Japan Foundation
...a coursebook series designed for learners of Japanese 16+
and adult.
“Marugoto Starter (A1)” is two coursebooks designed in
such a way that both the language and culture are studied.
“Katsudoo: Coursebook for Communicative Language Activities” aims to increase communicative skill and responds to
the needs of learners who desire to become able to speak in
Japanese with the Japanese in as short a time as possible.
Through topics you’ll want to present right away, audio learning materials you’ll want to hear over and over and repeat,
and full-color photographs and illustrations that let you feel
Japanese life and culture, it’s possible to deepen learners’
interest in Japan and Japanese language. This book allows
learners around the world to feel the joy of using Japanese
and steadily increasing what they can do in the language.
The audio for both books is available as MP3 files to download from the Marugoto website.
For those who wish to study Japanese comprehensively and
continue learning it in the future, it is recommended learning
with the use of both “Katsudoo: Coursebook for Communicative Language Activities” and “Rikai: Coursebook for
Communicative Language Competences.”
Marugoto A1 Starter : Katsudoo Activity Book Communicative
Language Activities
$39.95 - 20% = $31.95
Marugoto A1 Starter : Rikai Comprehension Coursebook
Communicative Competences
$44.95 - 20% = $35.95
Topics include :
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Japanese / Nihongo
Myself / Watashi
Food / Tabemono
Home / Ie
Daily Life / Seekatsu
Holidays and Days Off / Yasumi no hi
Towns / Machi
Shopping / Kaimono
NEJ : A New Approach to Elementary Japanese
Kurosio
This 2 level course is theme-based at an elementary (not
totally beginner) level followed by level 2 (intermediate)
Audio files are downloadable from the website and the grammar writing and writing practice sections are incorporated in
the textbook, not separately. 300 basic kanji are covered and
hiragana and katakana are revised and practised further in
Book 2.
Take a look for Year 10-11 students and intermediate levels.
The language learned is current and completely up to date.
We highly recommend this new series.
Japanese for Busy People 3rd Edition
Kodansha
Intext stocks this popular beginners’ course
which has truly stood the test of time. The
series has been redesigned, updated, and
consolidated to meet the needs of today’s
students and business people who want
to learn natural Japanese as effectively as
possible in a limited amount of time.
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Japanese for Busy People 1 Student Book + CD - Romanised
Version 3rd Edition
Japanese for Busy People 1 Student Book + CD Kana Version
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Japanese for Busy People 1 Workbook + CD - 3rd Ed.
All level components and prices are listed on the website.
Genki
The Japan Times
The new fully revised 2nd Edition of Genki levels 1 and 2 is
now available. It is a highly acclaimed series of integrated resources for learning elementary Japanese through a well-balanced approach to all four language skill areas—speaking,
listening, reading, and writing. Divided into two volumes, the
23 lessons of Genki introduce students to a wide range of
elementary grammar points, nearly 300 kanji, and approximately 1,100 vocabulary terms.
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Genki 1 Text + MP3 CD Revised 2nd Edition
Genki 1 Workbook + MP3 CD Revised 2nd Edition
Genki 2 Text + MP3 CD Revised 2nd Edition
Genki 2 Workbook + MP3 CD Revised Edition
All level components and prices are listed on the website.
Tobira Gateway to Advanced Japanese
Kurosio
Learning through content and multimedia
This intermediate level course was named with the aim of
the course in mind - that students would find themselves
confident to continue into advanced levels of study having
successfully completed this intermediate level programme.
Expectation is that students have completed 250+ hours of
study. As the authors say, “Tobira’s primary goal is twofold :
first, to solidify the grammar, vocabulary and kanji foundation
.. and second, to expand their founr
language skills (speaking, listening,
reading and writing) and socio-cultural
knowledge they need for communication..”
The course also uses a website “Language Partner Online” which provides
audio learning materials, video, kanji
and grammar worksheets to download
and practise and links relevant to the
articles.
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Tobira Gateway Textbook
Tobira Power Up your Kanji 800
Tobira Grammar Power Exercises
$76.95 - 20%
$50.95 - 20%
$59.95 - 20%
Listening
Voices from Japan
Kurosio
$43.95 - 20%
This excellent book and CD presents a
series of stories about the lives of young
Japanese people told in their own words.
The stories are varied and out of the
“normal”.. a topic also discussed! Each
story is supported as a language learning
opportunity with vocabulary and language
activities. Difficult vocabulary is provided
in English.
Themes are Life and Work, Family, Marriage, Education,
Language Matters, Youth and Society, Between Cultures and
Community.
Kikitori no Tomo
Ainsworth
Kikitori no Tomo is a listening comprehension resource for
Primary School. Topics are: Greetings, Names, Classrooms,
Ages, Grades, Telephone Numbers, Where do you live,
Nationalities, Birthdays, Zodiacs, Counting Family, Time, Hobbies, Likes and Self-Introductions. Perfect topics for Primary
School.
The Student Book Blackline Masters ($88.95) consist of the
questions to the listening comprehension exercises.
Answers, Transcripts and Audio CD are in the Teacher’s
Books, sold separately. ($137.95)
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Kikitori no Tomo Volume 1 Students Book BLM
Kikitori no Tomo Volume 1 Teacher’s Book + Audio CD
Kikitori no Tomo Volume 2 Students Book BLM
Kikitori no Tomo Volume 2 Teacher’s Book + Audio CD
Kikouyo Series
This graded series of photocopiable (BLM) listening resources has been written in Australia by authors headed by Sharon
Ainsworth and as such are highly recommended in the Australian and New Zealand school context. Each item may be
viewed on the website for further level information.
Kikouyo! Starter 1 & 2
Teachers Book + CD
$137.95 ea
Student Book BLM
$ 88.95 ea
Kikouyo Starter 1 is aimed at beginner secondary “Starter” students. Themes introduced
in this resource include : Greetings, Things
about Me, Family, Things I Like, Going Places,
Exchange Students. Teachers Book + Audio
CD includes the Transcripts, Answers and
Audio CDs. The Student Book BLM includes
the photocopiable task sheets for students.
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Kikouyo Junior Student Book BLM
Kikouyo Junior Teacher’s Book + Audio CD
Kikouyo Intermediate Student Book BLM
Kikouyo Intermediate Teacher’s Book + Audio CD
Kikouyo Senior Vol 1 Student Book BLM
Kikouyo Senior Vol 1 Teacher’s Book + Audio CD
Kikouyo Senior Vol 2 Student Book BLM
Kikouyo Senior Vol 2 Teacher’s Book + Audio CD
Reading
Wings Japanese Basic Readers
Single titles $7.95 each
Pack of 6 each etc $472.50
A very simple set of basic readers for primary and junior secondary with 10 titles. Published in Australia and translated by
Australian teachers. Hiragana/katakana with romaji.
The class pack of 6 copies of each Japanese title includes 1
copy of each title in English & downloadable worksheets.
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Ookii (Big)
Ookina chairoi kuma (Big Brown Bear)
Jitensha ga suki desu (I Like Bikes)
Miemasu (I See)
Jiguso-pazuru (Jigsaw)
Choudo ii (Just Right)
Watashi o mite kudasai (Look at Me)
Shokubutsu (The Plant)
Suifu ga miru mono (What a Sailor Sees)
Dare ga asobimasu ka (Who Can Play)
Fruits Basket Vol. 1 Comic
$12.95
A popular manga series for teens, this paperback introduces
the genre of comics - teen characters, furigana, typical reading material of Japanese youth.
Takarabako Junior : Volumes 1 & 2
Ainsworth
Takara Bako Junior are two sets
of reading activities for Year 7, 8
and 9 students. Students must
work through the 35 cards, with
each double-sided card providing a
reading task to complete with a Q&A
Section, with vocabulary, grammar
and extension activities to complete
individually or in pairs/groups on the
reverse.
$195.00each
Yondemiyou! Senior : Volumes 1 & 2 Teachers
Resource File + CD Rom
Ainsworth
$195.00 each
Reading comprehension texts & answers, with CD-Rom containing student comprehension task files to adapt to individual
needs (Kanji / Vocabulary) and print in BW or colour as required. For Senior Secondary, Year 11. Highly recommended.
Japanese Graded Readers Vol. 3 (Levels 1-3)
Ask
$64.95 each - 20%
The next set of readers (Volumes 1 and 2 already out),
Volume 3 has 3 levels of difficulty.
Each of the 3 boxed sets contains
5 readers plus an audio CD.
We highly recommend this series
for schools to encourage reading
and listening and independent
learning. A must for your school
library and classroom.
Writing
Easy Hiragana & Katakana Exercise Book
$37.95 - 20%
First steps to basic Japanese writing for young learners.
Learn hiragana and katakana by tracing the characters and
learning the sample word. A for Ashi, I for Isu, U for Ushi.
Kodansha’s Hiragana Workb
$29.95 - 20%
Kodansha’s Hiragana Workbook is a streamlined workbook designed for beginner-level students who want to learn
hiragana, the most basic Japanese script, as efficiently as
possible.
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Stroke-order diagrams for each character
Ample space to practice writing
105 pull-out flashcards
Free downloadable audio for more than 330 words
Review pages in every lesson
Illustrations for all the basic characters
Kodansha Katakana Workbook
$29.95 - 20%
Kodansha’s Katakana Workbook is a streamlined workbook designed for beginner-level students who want to learn
katakana, the Japanese script used for writing loanwords, as
efficiently as possible.
Let’s Learn Hiragana and Katakana
Kodansha
$24.95 - 20% each
Let’s Learn Hiragana, and its companion volume Let’s
Learn Katakana, are textbooks that introduce the learner
to the basics of these fundamental Japanese scripts. Being
workbooks, they contain all the exercises that allow the student to master hiragana and katakana by the time the books
have been finished.
The Kodansha Kanji Learner’s Course
a step by step guide to mastering 2300 characters
$69.95 - 20%
This new book in 2013 provides a complete system for acquiring all the kanji needed for genuine literacy in Japanese.
It summarises kanji meanings in concise, easily memorised
keywords and uses sensible, practical memory aids to make
kanji meanings easy to remember.
This book is fully crossed referenced with the Kodansha
Kanji Learner’s Dictionary ($72.95 - 20%) and is prefaced
by well-known dictionary author Jack Halpern.
Kanji Tamago Book & CD
Bonjinsha
$39.95 - 20%
This text is for learning Kanji for learners at
beginner-intermediate level.
Kanji Tamago is good as preparation-simulation text for N4 and N5 of the Japanese
Language Proficiency test.
Kanji Look and Learn
Japan Times
$44.95 - 20%
“512 kanji with illustrations and mnemonic hints”
This popular supplement to the course Genki provides the
learner with meaning, readings, stroke count and order as
well as illustrations and mneomic hints to remember the kanji.
Indexes at the back of the book assist in easy reference and
look-up.
Grammar and Language
Dictionary of Japanese Grammar
Series
The Japan Times
This popular series of 3 books has been
a solid reference for students for many
years. It offers an excellent approach to
the interpretation of Japanese grammar
and provides, in dictionary format, a
convenient reference of grammar-related
expressions.
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Dictionary Basic Japanese Grammar
$52.95 - 20%
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Dictionary Intermediate Japanese Grammar
$69.95 - 20%
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Dictionary Advanced Japanese Grammar
$71.95 - 20%
English Grammar for Students of Japanese
$39.95 - 20%
Highly recommended! English Grammar for Students of
Japanese explains English grammatical structures in a way
that helps students identify correct Japanese equivalents from
the accompanying charts. Greatly assists language students
(and teachers) to learn English grammar as they tackle the
grammar of a new language.
Japanese Essential Grammar for Speaking
$28.00 - 20%
A workbook designed to help learners achieve the ability to
use basic grammar accurately & fluently in daily conversation.
Suitable for middle to upper secondary level students.
Dictionaries
Kodansha’s Communicative English-Japanese
Dictionary
$69.95 - 20%
“A practical and comprehensive reference for learners at all
levels”. A dictionary designed specifically to meet the needs
of English-speaking learners who wish to communicate
effectively in Japanese. Contains 22,000 entries and 19,000
example sentences and phrases. Hardcover.
Kodansha’s Furigana Dictionary
$99.95 - 20%
Kodansha’s Furigana Japanese Dictionary English-Japanese-English is an invaluable tool for anyone with an
interest in the Japanese language. It has been edited with the
needs of English-speaking users in mind, whether students,
teachers, business people, or casual linguists. Special care
has been taken at each stage of its compilation, including the
selection of entry words and their equivalents, the wording of
the detailed explanations of Japanese words, the choice of
example sentences, and even its functional page design to
maximize its usefulness.
Kodansha Kanji Learner’s Dictionary
$72.95 - 20%
This dictionary answers the urgent need for an easy-to-use
kanji dictionary compact enough to be easily carried around,
yet detailed enough to satisfy the practical needs of the beginning and intermediate learner. Its basic goal is to give the
learner a thorough understanding of kanji by providing instant
access to a wealth of useful information on the meanings,
readings, and compounds.
When used in conjunction with the Kanji Learner’s Course,
students are well equipped to master kanji.
Teachers’ Resources
Mottainai Series for CLIL study
Gakken
$39.95
This excellent series on the environment has been selected
for its ease of use by teachers and students. Photographic
illustrations and different levels of language provide a good
introduction to these topics for student
examples and study.
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Saving Energy : Enerugi ga mottainai
Saving Food : Tabemono ga mottainai
Saving Green : Midori ga mottainai
Saving Rubbish : Gomi ga mattainai
Saving Water : Mizu ga mottainai
120 Experiments in the Kitchen
Gakken
$49.95 each
Simple experiments to conduct with frequently-used ingredients that involve little or no fuss and unusual equipment.
These books have excellent illustrations and straight-forward
instructions.
Suggested for CLIL component in the classroom.
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120 Experiments in Kitchen Vinegar & Oil : Su-Saradaburu
120 Experiments in Kitchen Fruit & Vegetable : Furutsu-Yasai
120 Experiments in Kitchen Salt & Sugar : Shio-Satou jikken
Art Speaks Japanese
$55.00
16 significant artworks from the Art Gallery of NSW which
draws on the expertise of The Japan Foundation to provide
64 pages of tasks for years 4-12 on a CD-Rom; 16 colour
photo panels, listening tasks etc.
Otasuke Tasuku + CD Rom
$79.95 - 20%
Written in Japanese only, ideal for the secondary or tertiary
classroom. For busy Japanese teachers, this is a large
collection of Japanese tasks and games to create a communicative classroom. Divided into grammatical points for quick
reference. Photocopiable with illustrations and a CD Rom
containing the Task-sheets.
Culture
The Japanese History with Manga
$17.95
This small paperback deals with Japanese
history as taught in Japanese schools and
provides English translations. It is excellent
for CLIL instruction as is the following title :
Famous People in Japanese History
with Manga
$17.95
As above, this paperback for teens
provides history and famous people in an
interesting way with English translations.
Art and Life in Rural Japan: Toho Village Through
the Eyes of Its Youth
Softcover
$24.95
Hardcover
$29.95
In a mountain village called Toho,
unknown to most in urbanized Japan,
the local children have just published
a book to open the eyes of the world.
Art and Life in Rural Japan presents
a vivid portrait of life in depopulating
Japan through the eyes of its youngest residents.
Japan – How We Breathe and How Our Hearts
Beat
$54.95 - 20%
The Soul of Traditional Events and Ceremonies That Colour
Japanese Life. This book introduces the reader to “whys”
around events, rites, rituals and ceremonies of Japan. In
English. (Japanese version also available)
Samurai Confidential
$49.95 - 20%
A sweeping pictorial that showcases the private, often complex lives of Japan’s most famous Samurai warriors. More
than just a lavish picture book, this title is rich with nuggets of
information not normally found in mainstream history books.
From the Tokugawa to the final days of Edo – from Kenshin to
Ieyasu to Musashi!
The Japanese Samurai
$24.95
From the series Ancient and Medieval People, this large format book in English about Samurai will interest young readers
with its historical perspective and the context of the rise and
fame of these legendary warriors.
50 Things we love about Japan!
$25.95
A spectacular selection of 50 particular aspects of Japan
that the Japanese and visitors alike have fallen in love with!
In small format (13cm x 13cm). One item per double page,
written simply in English in only a few sentences per item.
Samples include: Aisatsu, Hachiko, Kabuki, Kaiten-zushi,
Koban, Kyoto, Omairi, Sakura and more
Japan - over 40 Activities
$24.95
Experience Japan through activities
in culture, through the people, make
things, cook, learn about the country...
activities to learn about Japan, past and
present.
All About Japan
$20.00
All About Japan offers not only the most
important facts about Japan, but also
reflects the spirit that makes Japan oneof-a-kind. You’ll dive into stories, try new crafts, play some
games from Japan, learn Japanese songs.
Four Seasons of Mt Fuji
$28.95
A beautiful photo book of Mt Fuji for class and libraries.
Softcover.
Seeing Kyoto
$61.95 - 20%
A hardcover treasure of the sites of Kyoto, this book is excellent for library or a prize offering.
Seeing Japan
$61.95 - 20%
As above, a beautiful presentation of Japan through three
major headings : Japan by Region, Iconic Japan and Japan
Today. Excellent for a library, gift or prize.
A Geek in Japan
$22.00
“Discover the land of manga, anime, zen, and the tea ceremony”....an interesting approach to Japanese culture. This
book is packed with insights into Japan from an interesting
and honest look from a foreigner’s perspective. There are
chapters on cultural code words and values, society and daily
life, business and technology and the arts and symbols that
are particularly Japanese.
Ninja Attack!
$19.00
True tales of assassins, samurai, warlords, shogun and outlaws in Japan... a full colour book to enhance and dispel the
myths! An enjoyable and well researched book.
Yokai Attack!
$19.00
Subtitles as “The Japanese Monster survival guide” this is
essential reding for any fan of monsters, horror and manga.
Kokeshi series
$24.95 each
This beautiful series of 3 books in English about different
aspects of Japanese culture (written by Annelore Parot), is
a must and deserves a category of its own. Designed with
appeal to children and young teens, the illustrations are
award-winning and the layout designed to interest the young
reader.
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Kimono
Yumi
Aoki
Children’s Books in Japanese
Kudamono iroiro kakurenbo
$26.95
A wonderful little hardcover card book of fruits
and colours in hiragana and English.
Wordbooks in Japanese
Gakken
$16.95 ea
A very good photographic series for primary
and junior secondary students learning to read
hiragana and katakana. Theme based, the clear
cardboard pages and layout are excellent for
school use.
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Food : Tabemono
Aquarium : Suizokukan
Transport : Norimono
Body : Karada
Zoo Animals : Doubutsuen
Harapkeo Aomushi / Hungry Caterpillar
$29.95
This popular classic remains a favourite with early learners
due to the repetition of language. A huge favourite!
Mottainai Grandma
$39.95
Large format, bilingual hardcover title dealing with the important term Mottainai which expresses a feeling of regret for a
loss or waste. Being bilingual, this title is a good addition to
any library. Japanese is hiragana only. English is aimed at
primary aged students
DVDs
We stock a wide range of Japanese language DVDs for Region 4 with English subtitles. Many are General viewing and
some are PG.
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From Up On Poppy Hill (2 disks) (G)
Thermai Romae
My Neighbour Totaro DVD (G)
The Cat Returns DVD (G)
Ponyo DVD (G) (set of 2)
Arrietty DVD (G) Special Edition (set of 2)
Spirited Away DVD (PG)
Departures DVD (M)
Happy Family Plan (PG) DVD Set
$32.95
$44.00
$15.95
$32.95
$39.95
$36.95
$32.95
$16.95
$29.95
The Happy Family Plan DVD + Language Resource Kit contains the original movie (104min, PG) with English subtitles,
as well as a DVD Language Resource Kit for educational purposes. Very Highly Recommended for Secondary Schools !
Craft
Our shop stocks a wide range of other craft resources and
craft activity books. Please ring and enquire.
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Origami Paper 220
Origami Paper 500
Calligraphy paper pack of 80
Water Calligraphy Paper pack of 3
Calligraphy Brush Large
Calligraphy Brush Small
Calligraphy Ink 450ml
Word Cards
$12.95
$22.95
$ 9.95
$15.95
$ 9.95
$ 8.95
$21.95
$3.95 each
We hope you have found this information useful.
Our wide range of Japanese resources is easily
accessible on our website store at
www.languageint.com.au
Prices are valid at 1st March 2014 and are subject to
change without notice.
Jillian Symons
jillian@intextbook.com.au