The Lonely Planet Japanese Phrasebook is not only an extensive list of useful phrases, but also an ideal tool to start getting to grips with a language & beginning two-way communication. Containing excellent sections on language basics such as numbers, question phrases, dates, phrase construction, grammar & pronunciation, as well as containing concise but well-rounded two-way dictionaries, Lonely Planet phrasebooks enable you to quickly & confidently construct your own phrases in addition to those given. The given phrases cover all the essential travel & tourism categories such as transport, communications, business meetings & accommodation, as well as in-depth categories such as health, food & social interaction. The phrasebooks are designed to enable more than just simple question-answer communication, allowing the start of two-way conversations ...

With Collins Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary you will sound & speak like a native. As the only phrasebook in the market offering an hour`s worth of downloadable audio files, it`s ideal for practicing pronunciation, listening comprehension & becoming more confident, not just in speaking but in understanding others when abroad. Collins Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary is `four books in one`
- a photoguide, a phrasebook, a food guide containing a menu reader & a 5, 000-word dictionary. The phrases are short & easy to use. The language reflects everyday speech
- there are no lengthy sentences to struggle & sweat over. The phrases have a simple guide to help with pronunciation. There are also practical tips to help you make the most of your visit abroad. The new 4-colour layout allows easy access to key information. Collins Japanese Phrasebook & Dictionary isn`t just for emergencies. The specially commissioned food guides describe the different regional dishes & wines. They also contain a comprehensive menu reader to guide you through the maze of menus. The audio files cover all the essential phrases needed to get by. They are presented clearly & slowly by a native speaker & all words & phrases are repeated twice. The listening material provides a chance to practise & learn key words & vocabulary before you embark on your travels. Repeated listening will ensure that you will recognize much of what is said to you abroad & will give you extra confidence in your pronunciation.

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Japanese in the Phrasebook & CD series from Lonely Planet; containing both the ordinary pocket-sized phrasebooks from Lonely Planet & their audio equivalent. Combining the phrasebook with the audio CD allows for enhanced pronunciation as well as the ability to transfer MP3 files on the CD to a portable media device, such as iPods & iPhones. Each book covers a wide range of topics, from the basic tools of grammar & building phrases, to practical uses such as transport & accommodation, social situations, food, travelling safely & a 3, 500 two-way dictionary. Every CD has over 400 key phrases mirroring those in the phrasebooks, for practical, social & emergency situations, as well as the same two-way dictionary. ...

Japanese in the Phrasebook & CD series from Lonely Planet; containing both the ordinary pocket-sized phrasebooks from Lonely Planet & their audio equivalent. Combining the phrasebook with the audio CD allows for enhanced pronunciation as well as the ability to transfer MP3 files on the CD to a portable media device, such as iPods & iPhones. Each book covers a wide range of topics, from the basic tools of grammar & building phrases, to practical uses such as transport & accommodation, social situations, food, travelling safely & a 3, 500 two-way dictionary. Every CD has over 400 key phrases mirroring those in the phrasebooks, for practical, social & emergency situations, as well as the same two-way dictionary. ...

Find the right words fast! Practical & easy-to-use, Frommer's Phrase Finders let you experience a place the way the locals do--by speaking the same language. More than 5, 000 words & phrases organized by topic & dictionary entry for easy use on the go A two-way dictionary cross-referenced to verb conjugations & the most common phrases Detailed pronunciation guide & slang terms to help you sound more like a local A two-way menu translator, basic grammar information, & much more ...

Japanese Pocket Dictionary in a selection of language titles from Berlitz, to aid you before & during your travels. Berlitz have been producing language titles & promoting language learning for more than 125years. Catalogue selection comprising the following Berlitz series: Phrase books & Dictionaries, Phrase books & CDs, Shortcuts to…, Travel Packs, i-Phrase, …in 60 Minutes, …in 30 Days, For your trip…, Pocket Dictionaries & Compact Dictionaries.*PLEASE NOTE: NOT ALL LANGUAGES ARE AVAILABLE IN ALL PRODUCT FORMATS. PLEASE SEE FULL STOCK LIST.** See below for individual type descriptions:** Phrase books & Dictionaries
- containing 244 pages & over 8, 000 words & phrases, organised thematically, to help you communicate with ease in a variety of situations, as well as. Books are generally divided into the following broad linguistic categories: survival, food, people, fun, special needs, resources & a bilingual dictionary.* Phrase books & CDs
- containing the relevant title from the Phrase books & Dictionaries range, with a compact disc providing audio examples of the text found in the ‘ You may hear…’ yellow, box sections in the book. * Shortcuts to…
- containing the key 100 words you will need to speak beginners Italian, as well as more than 500 simple phrases to help you as you meet people, navigate your way, book rooms, shop, & order in restaurants. * Travel Packs
- containing the relevant title from the Phrase books & Dictionaries range, with a more detailed compact disc, in a hard plastic case. Travel Pack CDs provide audio examples of more than 300 useful words & expressions, & have 14 tracks covering the following topics: introduction, basic expressions, accommodations, eating out, travel, sightseeing, leisure, making friends, stores & services, health, numbers, days, greetings & time. * i-Phrase
- containing language software for you to download, via a computer, onto your i-pod. i-Phrase titles will give you access to over 8, 000 words & phrases, as well as audio & pronunciation support, travel photos to provide a glimpse of what you’ll see on a visit, & a bonus menu reader & bilingual dictionary. System requirements: compatible for use on Windows 2000 or more recent / Mac OS 10.3.9 or later / i-tunes windows or Mac version 7.0.2 or later / 25MB of available hard disk space. Suitable for use on most models of iPod. * …in 60 Minutes
- containing an audio CD, accompanied by a basic booklet for you to follow along as you listen. Enclosed in a hard plastic case …in 60 Minutes titles include over 250 native words that you will need to start communicating. Topics include basic expressions, asking questions, making friends, & eating out. Compatible with iPod & MP3 devices.* …in 30 Days
- containing a substantial 320 page course book & 2 audio CDs, featuring daily lessons & short dialogues, with focus on conversational language that will enable you to meet & greet, talk about everyday items, have phone conversations, order in a restaurant, make small talk & get around town. Compatible with iPod & MP3 devices.* For your trip…
- containing an audio CD, accompanied by a basic booklet for you to follow along as you listen. Enclosed in a hard plastic case …in 60 Minutes titles include over 250 native words that you will need to start communicating. Topics include basic expressions, asking questions, making friends, & eating out. Compatible with iPod & MP3 devices.* Pocket Dictionaries
- containing more than 35, 000 entries & thousands of idioms, new words & expressions, in a mini pocket format. All headwords are in blue for quick reference. Language of reference works to & from English. * Compact Dictionaries
- containing more than 45, 000 entries & thousands of idioms, new words & expressions, in a (larger palm sized) pocket format. Introductory grammar information is provided, & all headwords are in blue for quick reference. Language of reference works to & from English.









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Gain some new ideas along with the principles & history of Japanese stone gardening with this useful & beautiful garden design book. Japanese Stone Gardens provides a comprehensive introduction to the powerful mystique & dynamism of the Japanese stone garden from their earliest use as props in animistic rituals, to their appropriation by Zen monks & priests to create settings conducive to contemplation & finally to their contemporary uses & meaning. With insightful text & abundant imagery, this book reveals the hidden order of stone gardens & in the process heightens the enthusiast`s appreciation of them. The Japanese stone garden is an art form recognized around the globe. These gardens provide tranquil settings where visitors can shed the burdens & stresses of modern existence, satisfy an age-old yearning for solitude & repose, & experience the restorative power of art & nature. For this reason the value of the Japanese stone garden today is arguably even greater than when many of them were created. Fifteen gardens are featured in this book, some well known, such as the famous temple gardens of Kyoto, others less so, among them gardens spread through the south of Honshu Island & the southern islands of Shikoku & Kyushu & in faraway Okinawa. ...

Japanese difficult? Study boring? No way! Not with this ”real manga, real Japanese” approach to learning. Presenting all spoken Japanese as a variation of three basic sentence types, Japanese the Manga Way shows how to build complex constructions step by step. Every grammar point is illustrated by an actual manga published in Japan to show how the language is used in real life, an approach that is entertaining & memorable. As an introduction, as a jump-start for struggling students, or (with its index) as a reference & review for veterans, Japanese the Manga Way is perfect for all learners at all levels. Wayne P. Lammers has taught Japanese at the college level & is an award-winning literary & commercial translator. He lives in Portl&, Oregon. ...

Japanese whisky has been around for less than a century-but is now winning all the major international awards. How did this happen & what are the secrets of the master distillers? This whisky book divulges these secrets for the first time. Japanese Whisky features never-before-published archival images & interviews chronicling the forgotten stories of Japan`s pioneering whisky makers. It reveals the unique materials & methods used by the Japanese distillers including mizunara wood, Japanese barley, & novel only-in-Japan production methods. It also examines the close cultural connections between Japanese whisky drinkers & their favorite tipples. For the first time in English, this book presents over a hundred independently scored whisky tastings from leading Japanese whisky blogger, Yuji Kawasaki, shedding new light on Japan`s most famous single malts as well as grain whiskies & blends. Japan expert Brian Ashcraft & photographer Idzuhiko Ueda crisscrossed Japan visiting all the major makers to talk about past & present whisky distillers, blenders & coopers. This Japanese whisky bible features their exclusive interviews with the people involved in the early beginnings of the Japanese whisky industry over seventy years ago. Japanese Whisky not only explains how the country`s award-winning whiskies are made but also the complete whisky history & culture, so readers can truly appreciate the subtle Japanese whiskies they`re drinking & buying. Kanpai! ...

Featuring stunning photographs & thoughtful commentary this Japanese gardening book is a must have for any gardening enthusiast. ...