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  • Japanese Word Origins: Learn Japanese vocabulary through the stories behind it.

    From the Desk of Makoto

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series series From the Desk of Makoto
    Learn Japanese vocabulary through the stories behind it.The familiar word for "thank you" has roots in "rare" or "hard to come by." A cream puff takes its Japanese name from a French word for cabbage. Everyday language carries traces of older customs, borrowed words, and unexpected connections.Japanese Word Origins 1 explores 29 words and expressions in seven themed chapters. Discover where they ... Read more

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  • Yonde Miyo-! Volume 1

    Short and Fun Japanese Stories in Hiragana and Basic Kanji

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series Book 1 - Yonde Miyo
    Yonde Miyo~! Volume 1: Short and Fun Japanese Stories in Hiragana and Basic Kanji✅ Just learned hiragana? Start reading real Japanese—right away.We’ve completely rebuilt Yonde Miyo~! Volume 1 from the ground up! Every story, sentence, vocabulary note, and grammar explanation has been revised and expanded. We also added dozens of mini-lessons on key kanji and grammar patterns throughout the book ... Read more

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  • Japanese Vocabulary for JLPT N5

    Master the Japanese Language Proficiency Test N5

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series Book 1 - Japanese Language Proficiency Test N5
    Master the Essential Vocabulary for JLPT N5 — Now Enhanced with Makoto+ Sentence Explorer!Just starting your Japanese journey? This newly updated JLPT N5 Vocabulary Book is your ultimate beginner’s guide to the most important words you’ll need to pass the exam—and build a rock-solid foundation for long-term Japanese fluency.With 1,445 crystal-clear audio recordings, intelligent Anki flashcards, ... Read more

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  • Learn Japanese with Stories #1: Hikoichi

    The Easy Way to Read, Listen, and Learn from Japanese Folklore, Tales, and Stories

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series Book 1 - Learn Japanese with Stories
    Four classic Hikoichi folktales — every sentence broken down for upper-beginner readers of Japanese.Hikoichi is the clever young man of Kyushu legend who outwits lords, tengu, and the occasional smug retainer with nothing but quick thinking and a straight face. This volume gathers four of his most beloved stories, presented in full Japanese with line-by-line vocabulary, grammar notes, native ... Read more

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  • Japanese Vocabulary for JLPT N4

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series Book 1 - Japanese Language Proficiency Test N4
    Japanese Vocabulary for JLPT N4With Native Audio & Interactive Online PracticePreparing for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N4 is one of the best ways to build solid intermediate skills and stay motivated in your studies. This book is designed to give you focused, practical vocabulary practice for that goal.This volume covers the core vocabulary needed for the JLPT N4 level, based on ... Read more

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  • Learn Japanese through Haiku - Natsume Soseki

    Enjoy Japanese culture while building your vocabulary and grammar

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Enjoy and Fully Understand 25 haiku by 夏目漱石（なつめ そうせき）Natsume Sōseki (1867–1916)Everyone knows Natsume Sōseki the novelist — 吾輩は猫である, 坊っちゃん, こころ — the man whose face was on the 1000 yen note. What most people don't know, even many Japanese, is that Sōseki was also a serious haiku poet. He studied under 正岡子規 (Masaoka Shiki), the father of modern haiku, and kept writing poems throughout his life — ... Read more

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  • About the Jomon and Yayoi Periods

    Read, Listen, and Learn with Japanese Essays

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series Book 1 - Japan's Jidai
    Discover Ancient Japan While Learning Japanese!Japan’s Jidai Series Volume 1: Jōmon & Yayoi PeriodsStep back in time—long before samurai roamed the land or castles touched the sky. "Japan’s Jidai: Jōmon & Yayoi Periods" invites you on a journey to explore Japan's earliest civilizations while leveling up your Japanese skills!What's Inside?Historical Insights: Discover the Jōm... ... Read more

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  • Frank and the Obaasan

    A Japanese Reader for Beginners

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series Book 1 - Frank and the Obaasan
    READ Real Japanese Today—with the Help of an Alien!Are you a beginner or upper-beginner student of Japanese? Looking for something fun that’s actually written for adults—but not too hard? Meet Frank: a confused, natto-loving alien and your new Japanese reading buddy. NOW FULLY REVISED AND EXPANDED!We’ve given this book a galactic makeover:✅ Completely re-edited with improved formatting and ... Read more

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  • Natsume Souseki

    Read, Listen, and Learn with Japanese Essays on Important Historical Figures

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series Book 1 - Biographies of Great Japanese Figures
    For Beginners to IntermediatesThis book is ideal for upper beginners, but beginners who have a good grasp of hiragana and the most fundamental aspects of Japanese grammar and sentence structure will find it valuable.ABOUT NATSUME SOUSEKI夏目漱石 is one of Japan’s most famous authors. He is primarily celebrated for his novels "Kokoro," "Botchan," "I Am a Cat," "Kusamakura," and his unfinished piece ... Read more

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  • Beginning Conversations

    Learn Japanese through Dialogues

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series Book 1 - Learn Japanese through Dialogues
    Finally, a fun and easy way to learn REAL conversational Japanese!Crafted especially for beginners, this book offers a dynamic way to learn conversational Japanese through engaging, real-life dialogues. Each dialogue is designed to enhance your understanding of everyday Japanese, making this an ideal resource for learners aiming to achieve fluency.We are including, at no extra charge, sound files ... Read more

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  • Learn Japanese Through Haiku: Basho

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series Book 1 - Learn Japanese through Haiku
    Discover and Understand the Timeless Haiku of Matsuo Bashō (1644–1694)Haiku has captivated readers for centuries—so much emotion and meaning distilled into so few words. Yet, outside Japan, the beauty of haiku is often experienced only in translation. While good translations can capture the spirit, much of the nuance, wordplay, and cultural depth is lost.This book is designed for beginner to ... Read more

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  • Makoto Magazine 97

    Makoto Magazine for Learners of Japanese

    by Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell ...
    Series series Makoto Magazine for Learners of Japanese
    Makoto Japanese Language & Culture MagazineIssue 97 (March 2026)Story-driven reading and listening practice for learners of JapaneseMakoto is a monthly digital magazine for beginner to intermediate learners of Japanese. Each issue blends short stories, language lessons, cultural notes, humor, and native-audio recordings, all designed to make Japanese feel natural, usable, and enjoyable.In this ... Read more

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