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 ...

The Japanese Phrase Guide is designed to help travellers get the most out of their trip. Presented in a user-friendly style, the guide focuses on the most popular & commonly used phrases & words. In-depth sections on shopping, eating & drinking are supplemented by essential phrases to put the language into context, helping you to say the right thing at the right time. ...

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 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. ...

Presenting twenty-five master gardens, this landscape design book explores the ingenuity & range of Japanese landscaping, from the self-imposed confines of courtyard designs to the open expanses of the stroll garden. No two Japanese gardens are ever the same. The Japanese Zen garden is a work of art equivalent in scale to an installation, but it is also an urban refuge, a setting where we can attain composure & equipoise. It is a place to collect our thoughts, examine deeper feelings, & ponder our responses to managed nature. Zen gardens comprise a sensory as much as a cultural experience. They are multifaceted, satisfying both our personal & intellectual yearnings. This beautifully-photographed book illustrates a tradition that benefits from a thousand years of applied knowledge. It also demonstrates how contemporary landscaping draws from its history & reflects on why ancient gardening should be relevant to the lives of people in the twenty-first century. In this beautifully illustrated book, Japanese gardening specialist Stephen Mansfield takes readers on an exploration of the outward forms, underpinning principles, sophisticated use of metaphor & allusion, & beauty & depth that set the Zen garden apart. Readers of his previous book, Japanese Stone Gardens, will find in this new work a worthy companion volume. Japan`s Master Gardens is an inspiring, thought-provoking tribute to the landscape design wisdom of the Japanese. ...

Visit the most compelling cultural & nature sites in all of Japan with this beautifully photographed travel guide. In Japan`s World Heritage Sites, readers are introduced to the temples, gardens, castles & natural wonders for which Japan is so justly renowned—all of those now declared to be Unesco World Heritage Sites. Author John Dougill describes each site in detail, stating why they were singled out by Unesco, the current number & types of sites, the application process, how the sites have been selected, & how difficult it is to be given the special status of a World Heritage Site. Dougill traveled to all of the sites in Japan to research this book. Because the Japanese archipelago extends from Siberia all the way down to Taiwan, Dougill describes how his journey led him from the sub-Arctic to the sub-tropical zones. These are without a doubt the most interesting sites that Japan has to offer, including the following:- Mount Fuji, Japan`s tallest & most sacred volcano. Located on Honshu Island near Tokyo, Mt. Fuji is considered the sacred symbol of Japan- Himeji Castle, a monument from Japan`s long feudal history. Also known as Egret Castle, because it looks like a bird taking off in flight- Horyu-ji Temple, the world`s oldest surviving wooden structure—a center of Buddhist learning that still serves as a seminary & monastery- Hiroshima Peace Memorial or Atomic-Bomb Dome—one of the few structures to partially survive the atomic blast in 1945- The Ogasawara Islands, a remote archipelago of over 30 islands—including Iwo Jima—that is home to rare wildlife & spectacular scenery Readers will learn how Japan first became involved with the World Heritage Sites program back in 1993, the importance of these designations, & their popularity in Japan, where they are visited by millions of people annually, both Japanese & foreigners. ...

A Japanese-inspired guide to living a happier, more fulfilled life. Japonisme explores the Japanese art of finding contentment &

Includes:: practical tips & tricks to live a happier, healthier, more thoughtful life. What is your ikigai (purpose)? How do you practice mindfulness in the unpredictability & chaos of everyday life? From shinrinyoku (forest bathing), calligraphy, ikebana (fl ower arranging) to tea ceremonies & their approach to food, the Japanese have found contentment through traditions, philosophies, & the practice of art. This book shows how we can all incorporate aspects of Japonisme into our daily lives. Enhance your lifestyle & enrich your mind by looking at life through the lens of wabi-sabi (the transient nature of life), kintsugi (repairing broken ceramics with gold) or kaizen (habit-forming techniques), in an accessible, practical way. Author Biography: Erin Niimi Longhurst has always treasured the Japanese traditions that shaped her upbringing. She spends time in Japan every year & currently lives in London. Her blog Island Bell focuses on food travel & lifestyle. She currently works freelance as a digital marketeer.

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