{"product_id":"writing-japanese-katakana-an-introductory-japanese-language-workbook-paperback","title":"Writing Japanese Katakana: An Introductory Japanese Language Workbook - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eJim Gleeson\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMastering written Japanese begins with consistent practice, and \u003ci\u003eWriting Japanese Katakana\u003c\/i\u003e is an engaging workbook designed to get students started with confidence.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThis workbook focuses on katakana, one of the essential syllabaries of Japanese writing, used primarily for foreign words, names, and expressive sounds. With a carefully designed layout, it provides a straightforward approach to learning and mastering the 46 basic katakana characters--an essential foundation for anyone learning Japanese. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eEach character is presented with brushed, handwritten, and typed examples, enhancing recognition and helping students grasp the correct form. The workbook's spacious layout allows for extensive practice to support memorization and accurate character formation. Entertaining illustrations and fun examples of related words written in katakana add an enjoyable element to the learning process. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cb\u003eIdeal for both young learners and adults new to Japanese, \u003ci\u003eWriting Japanese Katakana\u003c\/i\u003e includes: \u003c\/b\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGrayed-out, trace-over characters for guided practice\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePractice sentences to reinforce retention\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrief insights into each character's origins, helping foster visual recall\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis workbook offers an effective, hands-on introduction to katakana, making it a valuable tool for beginners of all ages.\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eJim Gleeson\u003c\/b\u003e, a native of Sydney, Australia, holds an honors degree in the History of Science from the University of New South Wales. He has written for various Australian newspapers as well as many major corporations both in Japan and Australia.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 80\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.4 x 10.8 x 8.5 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIllustrated:\u003c\/strong\u003e Yes\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e July 07, 2015\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47645706682616,"sku":"9784805313503","price":10.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/5629\/7208\/files\/9eRC9q3SW9784805313503.webp?v=1783434581","url":"https:\/\/barneysbooksellers.com\/products\/writing-japanese-katakana-an-introductory-japanese-language-workbook-paperback","provider":"Barney's Book Sellers","version":"1.0","type":"link"}