Real Japanese: An introductory guide to the language and culture of Japan

by Max Whittle

If you are planning on visiting Japan, then keep reading…, Real Japanese is an easy-to-read blend of short stories, key phrases and language learning tips to get you started in Japanese. Lonely planet Japan author Chris Rowthorn says "Max Whittle's Real Japanese would be a great introduction for anyone looking to get started with Japanese, or anyone who wants to learn some Japanese before visiting Japan." If you are a casual learner or planning on travelling to Japan for a trip, this book will help you break down the language and culture into the real and everyday essentials. Inside Real Japanese you will ● ✅The key phrases you’ll need in Japan ● ✅Understanding friendly Vs polite Japanese ● ✅Key concepts underlying the Japanese culture ●✅When and where you need to take your shoes off ●✅How to read a few key Kanji ●✅Proven strategies for easy language learning ●✅Get more out of your trip to Japan Japans premium English Magazine “Kateigaho International says…” "Your trip to Japan will be very special if you can speak just a bit of everyday Japanese. Real Japanese is a useful and interesting guide that's fun to read with helpful tips and articles about the Japanese culture". The accompanying audio book (sold separately) gives an opportunity to hear all the phrases read by a native Japanese speaker, and provides pauses for you to repeat them yourself. Use this guide to build your understanding and appreciation of Japanese culture while picking up usable key phrases that will open doors and so deepen your experience of Japan. The author has lived in Japan for over 20 years and has worked in translation for some of Japans top companies. He passed the Japanese proficiency test (level 1) in just two years using the methods outlined in this book. Understanding the difference between polite and friendly Japanese, is the game changer in the Japanese learning process. Its clearly laid out and explained for you using simple examples. The author’s stories bring Japan and its culture to life, providing insights which allow the reader to understand and therefore enjoy the Japanese culture more deeply. If you want to get the most out of your Japan experience , then scroll up and click the Add to Cart button.

Genres: Japan, Nonfiction

176 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 3, 2018

Reviews

[Bradley · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is basic, introductory Japanese but with some wise direction about language acquisition that goes against the usual practice of repetition and memorization. It will get you started with some phrases to get you by for basic needs, and it’s a good jumping off point for those who want to continue. I especially liked the author’s personal stories that give you some insight into the Japanese culture.

[Titan3lla · Rating 3 out of 5]

I'd recommend this to anyone who's interested in the Japanese language and culture in general. I really like the structure of the book since it has little stories in between which add personality to the volume. It does really help to grasp basic concepts and for me, it brought a whole new light on Kanji study. Will be reading the second book.
I've been studying Japanese seriously for about a year now, and a free trial on Kindle Unlimited brought me to this book.

[NTPO · Rating 4 out of 5]

A practical sprint in spoken Japanese for those like me who is just starting to learn the language. The author shares some of his experience while living in Japan. Amusing and informative.

[Helfren · Rating 3 out of 5]

The very basic introductory lesson on japanese by the renowned Max Whittle. The book starts with learn like child, no stress, just absorb. Very real advice.

There are 2 level of japanese, polite and not. The degree of politeness changes the language used on everyday conversation with fundamental and politeness. Japanese will omit everything as much as possible.

There is no v sound in japanese, that's why the convenience store turns into konbini.

Nice book.

[Jennifer Hahn · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lyssnade på denna som ljudbok. Det var en bra introduktion till olika ord och fraser. Jag tror dock att den hade fungerat bättre i kombination med textboken, för att både få höra och läsa själv. Framför allt kanji-delen fungerade dåligt i ljudboks-format.

Det som gav boken något extra var författarens egna berättelser om sitt liv i Japan, något som ger en liten inblick i den japanska kulturen.

[Ricard · Rating 3 out of 5]

Lighthearted introduction to learning the japanese, a more realistic approach and look at the everyday usage and feel of the language.

[Simon Barraclough · Rating 4 out of 5]

A benign, modest, interesting, useful addition to the countless resources you need to get anywhere with Japanese.