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    Japanese Reader Collection Volume 2: Momotaro, the Peach Boy: The Easy Way to Read, Listen, and Learn from Japanese Folklore, Tales, and Stories
    Japanese Reader Collection Volume 2: Momotaro, the Peach Boy: The Easy Way to Read, Listen, and Learn from Japanese Folklore, Tales, and Stories
    Japanese Reader Collection Volume 2: Momotaro, the Peach Boy: The Easy Way to Read, Listen, and Learn from Japanese Folklore, Tales, and Stories
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    Japanese Reader Collection Volume 2: Momotaro, the Peach Boy: The Easy Way to Read, Listen, and Learn from Japanese Folklore, Tales, and Stories

    By Clay Boutwell and Yumi Boutwell

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    Read Real Japanese with Free MP3s and an Anki Flashcard Deck
    ** Recommended for Beginners of Japanese who have mastered Hiragana and basic Japanese grammar **
    Dive into one of Japan's most cherished fairy tales, "Momotaro," with a unique learning tool designed to help beginners who have mastered hiragana and basic Japanese grammar. This book isn't just a reading experience—it's a comprehensive guide to understanding and appreciating the Japanese language through folklore.


    What's Inside?


    Dual Speed MP3s: Included FREE are two sets of audio files for each story. One set is narrated at a normal speed for immersive listening, and the other at a slow speed to aid comprehension. Perfect for practicing listening skills!


    Detailed Line-by-Line Explanations: Every sentence is broken down, with each vocabulary word defined and explained to ensure understanding.


    Grammar in Context: Learn major grammatical patterns used within the stories to enhance your grasp of Japanese sentence structure.


    Multiple Reading Formats: Challenge yourself with different reading options - start with hiragana-only text (spaced for clarity), advance to natural Japanese (including kanji), or check your comprehension against our simple English translation.


    Anki Flashcard Deck: Reinforce what you learn with a downloadable flashcard deck tailored to boost retention and recall.


    About the Stories:


    Momotaro, the Peach Boy: Born from a peach, Momotaro grows into a brave hero who, along with his quirky allies, battles the menacing ogres threatening his village.


    The Tortoise and the Hare: Enjoy this classic tale in Japanese, providing a familiar storyline alongside new linguistic elements to learn.


     


    Why Choose This Book?


    Flexibility in Learning: Whether you prefer to jump straight into reading in Japanese or methodically go through vocabulary and grammar, this book offers multiple paths tailored to your learning style.


    Supportive Resources: Beyond the stories, the included sound files and Anki deck ensure you have all the tools needed for effective practice.


    Cultural Immersion: Experience authentic Japanese storytelling while learning the language—enrich your understanding of Japan's rich cultural heritage.



    You may want to try to read the story either in Hiragana or in natural Japanese first. Or if you are a beginner, it may be better to go through the vocabulary first using the Anki deck. Any way you do it, this book offers several ways to read, listen, and learn.
    Embark on a captivating learning adventure with "Momotaro: The Peach Boy". Enhance your Japanese reading and listening skills, understand grammatical concepts in context, and immerse yourself in delightful Japanese folklore!


    Get your copy today and start reading real Japanese through timeless stories!

    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherKotoba Inc
    Release dateDec 20, 2021
    Japanese Reader Collection Volume 2: Momotaro, the Peach Boy: The Easy Way to Read, Listen, and Learn from Japanese Folklore, Tales, and Stories

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      Japanese Reader Collection Volume 2 - Clay Boutwell

      誠 Makoto Monthly E-Zine for Learners of Japanese

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      Japanese lessons and stories with sound files.

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      It's only a few bucks a month!

      https://www.MakotoPlus.com

      You'll get:

      Download the Latest Makoto Issue | Read 3 Full Back Issues Online | Reusable TheJapanShop.com Coupon | New Lessons Almost Daily

      INTRODUCTION

      The key to learning vocabulary is, quite simply, reading. Not only are you more likely to pick up words that interest you, but you also learn them in context. It's important to review the vocabulary. To help with that, we are also including an Anki flashcard deck of the vocabulary found in the stories.

      FOR UPPER BEGINNERS

      These stories are designed for those fairly new to Japanese. The Japanese includes kanji when kanji is commonly used, but we are also including furigana (small kana over kanji) and sound files (see download link in the back) so you can be sure you are reading with the correct pronunciation.

      If you are very new to Japanese, please see our Beri- Beri- Shoshinsha digital bundle at https://thejapanshop.com/bundles

      BONUS CONTENT

      SOUND FILES: Included at no extra charge are two sound files of each story. One is read at a normal speed and the other at a slow, easy-to-follow pace. If you have ANY trouble downloading, please email us at [email protected] and just mention where you bought this book.

      QR Codes: In addition to downloading the sound files, you can also point your phone's camera at any of the QR codes found within the book to instantly hear the audio streaming.

      Anki Flashcard Deck: Also included is an Anki deck of all the vocabulary found in the story. Anki is a free multi-platform flashcard app and is perfect for reviewing and learning vocabulary.

      If you have ANY trouble downloading, please email us at [email protected].

      ABOUT THE STORIES

      Momotaro

      An elderly couple finds a powerful baby boy inside a giant peach who grows up to be the heroic Momotaro, leading a quirky team of animal allies on a noble quest to vanquish a band of demons and restore peace to their village.

      The Tortoise and the Hare

      In a

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