This handbook of Japanese conversational expressions from The Japan Times is ideal for students who struggle to find the right words in a conversation. Through basic sentence patterns and real-world examples using super cute and easy-to-follow illustrations and sounds, you can enjoy learning exactly what to say in response to a native Japanese speaker.

Following along with the MP3 files included as an audio download with this textbook, you will read a dialogue between you and a Japanese speaker. At the sound of the signal, you say your line. In the next lesson, listen to the recording again while reading the script to check your understanding, and then apply your knowledge by crafting your own responses in the “Continuing the Conversation” section. By completing this book, you will have learned how to reply to questions appropriately in Japanese, address friends and coworkers, recognize formal and casual speech, and how to have Japanese conversations at various locations in your town. 

Structure

This book includes:

• Four chapters covering various Japanese conversational scenarios, such as replying to questions, addressing friends and coworkers, using both formal and casual speech, and having conversations around your town. These places include the convenience store, supermarket, coffee shop, fast food restaurant, dry cleaners, post office, museum, taxi, and more
• Full text in both Japanese kana and English romaji
• An MP3 audio download with spoken dialogue and cues
• Adorable illustrations drawn by Karin Kanzaki of STUDIO GHIBLI fame

Recommended for you if:

• You are a beginner Japanese language student (N4-N5) who sometimes struggles to find the right words or phrases in everyday situations
• You live and work in Japan and want to converse more with coworkers in Japanese
• You enjoy learning through scripted dialogue spoken by cute animal characters

About this book:
Japanese Title: にほんごではなそう！

119 pages

Publishing Date: November 4, 2017

ISBN: 978-4789016841

Languages: Japanese and English

Additional Materials: MP3 Files (download link)