Learning Japanese Hiragana and Katakana: A Workbook for Self-Study -- Kenneth G. Henshall, Paperback

Master Hiragana & Katakana -- The Essential Japanese Writing Workbook!

Whether you're planning a trip to Japan, diving into anime and manga, or starting your language journey, this bestselling, beginner-friendly workbook makes learning the Japanese alphabet simple, fun, and effective. With clear stroke-by-stroke guides, real vocabulary, and tons of practice, you'll quickly build confidence reading and writing Hiragana and Katakana.

Perfect for travelers, students, and anime fans -- no prior experience needed!

  • Step-by-step lessons for all 92 kana characters
  • Stroke order charts & writing practice sheets
  • Online audio for perfect pronunciation
  • Quizzes, flash cards, and vocabulary examples
  • Ideal for self-study, class use, or JLPT prep
Unlike dense textbooks or distracting apps, this workbook keeps it simple and hands-on. You'll build muscle memory through writing and start recognizing kana in the wild, from signs and menus to subtitles and conversations. By the end you'll be reading and writing basic Japanese with confidence -- and ready to take on the next level (Kanji and beyond)!

Author: Kenneth G. Henshall
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Published: 8/5/2014
Pages: 128
Binding Type: Paperback
Weight: 0.75 lbs
Size: 9.9" H x 7.5" L x 0.5" W
ISBN: 9784805312278

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