➡️ WAIT! Want to save a dollar and get the latest issue each month? Become a member of our Makoto+ club and not only save and download new Makoto issues, but also access web-versions of the past three Makoto issues. Want more? Well, Makoto+ members also get a 10% reusable coupon good for anything at theJapanShop.com and each month, we will post a new eBook for you to download free of charge. Subscribe today with a free 7 day trial. Cancel at any time! Click here to learn more.   Makoto E-Zine series #35 41 Pages | 3 eBook Formats | 11 Sound FilesRecommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese.FREE MP3s of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading.The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge. IN THIS ISSUE: January 2021 41 Pages | 3 eBook Formats | 11 Sound FilesTWO NEW READERS: Frank and the Obaasan Season Two Episode Seven (beginner) + Onsen (Intermediate) Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns Vocabulary: 腹を割る Prefecture Spotlight: Shimane Etymology: キモイ Anime Phrase of the Day Haiku Kanji Spotlight: 週 Grammar Time! で Japanese Readers: Frank and the Obaasan (beginner) + Onsen (Intermediate)   ➡️ LEARN ABOUT BECOMING A MAKOTO+ MEMBER. CLICK HERE

Taking the Japanese Language Proficiency Test--especially for the first time--can be intimidating. But what if there is a way to find out exactly what your strengths and your weaknesses are before taking the test? What if there is a way to familiarize yourself with the test's format before the big day? There is. This is the book. This video shows off the previous edition, but the content and style is very similar. This is published by the people who run the test. They've designed this book to simulate the real test, but without the pressure of time and unfamiliar distractions. Take this test early on to know what parts of the test you should work on the most. Just before the test, go through this book to familiarize yourself with the test format. It works all parts of the test, including listening (there is an audio CD).

➡️ WAIT! Want to save a dollar and get the latest issue each month? Become a member of our Makoto+ club and not only save and download new Makoto issues, but also access web-versions of the past three Makoto issues. Want more? Well, Makoto+ members also get a 10% reusable coupon good for anything at theJapanShop.com and each month, we will post a new eBook for you to download free of charge. Subscribe today with a free 7 day trial. Cancel at any time! Click here to learn more.   Makoto E-Zine series #29Recommended for beginners and lower intermediates of Japanese.FREE MP3s of the stories read by a native Japanese speaker--download link found on the last page. Listen while reading.The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks. If you like our readers and lessons, you will love Makoto, the e-zine filled with articles on kanji, culture, idioms, proverbs, geography, history, etymology, JLPT tips, Japanese trivia, and much more. Not only that, but every issue will include a brand new reader with newly recorded high-quality MP3s for you to download for no extra charge. IN THIS ISSUE: July 2020TWO NEW READERS: Frank and the Obaasan Season Two Episode One (beginner) + The Seikan Tunnel (Intermediate) Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns Vocabulary: Spill the Beans Prefecture Spotlight: Kochi Etymology: Cream Puff Anime Phrase of the Day Haiku Kanji Spotlight Grammar Time! Japanese Readers: Frank and the Obaasan Season Two Episode One (beginner) + The Seikan Tunnel (Intermediate)   ➡️ LEARN ABOUT BECOMING A MAKOTO+ MEMBER. CLICK HERE

Japanese Kanji Shirt. This is the Japanese kanji for love and it is pronounced "ai." Show your language studies and meet new friends and fellow learners with this Japan themed conversation starter. Love Japanese culture and art? Dream of being a Samurai? This beautiful Japanese art style makes a great gift for those interested Japan. This t-shirt is everything you've dreamed of and more. It feels soft and lightweight, with the right amount of stretch. It's comfortable and flattering for both men and women. • 100% combed and ring-spun cotton (heather colors contain polyester) • Fabric weight: 4.2 oz (142 g/m2) • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Side-seamed The Male model is wearing a size M. He's 6.2 feet (190 cm) tall, chest circumference 37.7" (96 cm), waist circumference 33.4" (85 cm). The female model is wearing a size M. She's 5.8 feet (178 cm) tall, chest circumference 34.6" (88 cm), waist circumference 27.16" (69 cm), hip circumference 37.7" (96cm). Size guide   XS S M L XL 2XL 3XL Length (inches) 27 28 29 30 31 32 33 Width (inches) 16 ½ 18 20 22 24 26 28

You've now found the staple t-shirt of your wardrobe. It's made of a thicker, heavier cotton, but it's still soft and comfy. And the double stitching on the neckline and sleeves add more durability to what is sure to be a favorite! • 100% ringspun cotton • 4.5 oz/y² (153 g/m²) • Pre-shrunk • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center

Eat Sleep Karate in Japanese Repeat. Looking for a funny karate tshirt? How about the eat sleep repeat meme with a martial arts twist? Add to that the actual Japanese word for karate and you have something special. Great as a pajama shirt to sleep on and keep practicing your kicks in your dreams. This black belt shirt has the Japanese characters kanji for karate. This empty handed warrior will take no periods of rest alive. Love Japanese culture and art? Get this Japan themed conversation starter shirt today. Click "Add to Cart" to grab this unique novelty shirt now. This makes for a great staple t-shirt. It's made of a thicker, heavier cotton, but it's still soft. And the double stitching on the neckline and sleeves add more durability to what is sure to be a favorite! • 100% ringspun cotton • 4.5 oz (153 g/m2) • Pre-shrunk • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center Model is wearing a size M. He's 6.2 feet (190 cm) tall, chest circumference 37.7" (96 cm), waist circumference 33.4" (85 cm). Size guide   S M L XL 2XL 3XL Length (inches) 28 29 ¼ 30 ¼ 31 ¼ 32 ½ 33 ½ Width (inches) 18 20 22 24 26 28

This cute anime style koala doesn't understand much. The Japanese says amari wakarimasen which means "I don't really get it." Cute kawaii manga style koala with Japanese text reading I don't understand much. You've now found the staple t-shirt of your wardrobe. It's made of a thicker, heavier cotton, but it's still soft and comfy. And the double stitching on the neckline and sleeves add more durability to what is sure to be a favorite! • 100% ringspun cotton • 4.5 oz/y² (153 g/m²) • Pre-shrunk • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center Size guide   S M L XL 2XL 3XL Length (inches) 28 29 ¼ 30 ¼ 31 ¼ 32 ½ 33 ½ Width (inches) 18 20 22 24 26 28

With the new emperor in Japan comes a new era name. Heisei is gone. Welcome Reiwa!\ You've now found the staple t-shirt of your wardrobe. It's made of a thicker, heavier cotton, but it's still soft and comfy. And the double stitching on the neckline and sleeves add more durability to what is sure to be a favorite! • 100% ringspun cotton • 4.5 oz/y² (153 g/m²) • Pre-shrunk • Shoulder-to-shoulder taping • Quarter-turned to avoid crease down the center Size guide   S M L XL 2XL 3XL Length (inches) 28 29 ¼ 30 ¼ 31 ¼ 32 ½ 33 ½ Width (inches) 18 20 22 24 26 28

Each book in the So-matome series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N3 (Intermediate) Listening Comprehension book.  71 pages with 42 page detachable Script Published by ASK 978-4-87217-793-0

Each book in the So-matome series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N1 (Advanced) Vocabulary book.    Translations are in English, Chinese, and Korean. 146 pages Includes detachable answer key Published by ASK 978-4-87217-725-1    

Each book in the So-matome series concentrates on a single section of the test. This book is the N1 (Advanced) Kanji book.  159 pages Includes detachable answer key Published by ASK 978-4-87217-724-4

This beginner level kanji textbook covers 162 essential characters. It is both a textbook and a workbook and includes a CD also. 157 pages Includes a detachable answer key Includes 1 CD