Abstract

Your Perfect Japanese Language Companion for Traveling in Japan

As the number of international visitors to Japan continues to grow, the ways people travel and experience the country are becoming increasingly diverse. More and more travelers also want to go beyond sightseeing and connect with local people by using Japanese. This book makes it easy—even for complete beginners.

Featuring essential phrases for common travel situations and simple sentence patterns that can be adapted by changing just a word or two, the book gives travelers the Japanese they need for a wide range of situations. All phrases are expressed in extremely simple, easy-to-use Japanese, so even those with no prior knowledge of the language can start communicating right away.

The book also includes useful tips and cultural information on sightseeing spots, shops, services, events, and Japanese customs, helping visitors navigate their stay with greater ease and enjoy Japan to the fullest. A special section at the end of the book introduces common signs and kanji characters frequently seen around town, making it easier for travelers to understand their surroundings.

Every Japanese phrase and word is accompanied by an English translation and romanized reading, making the book fully accessible to complete beginners. Free downloadable audio featuring all the phrases and vocabulary in the book also helps travelers learn correct pronunciation and communicate with confidence.

Practical, accessible, and easy to use, this is the ideal language companion for any trip to Japan.

Author’s Information

Rumi Sei: Professor in the Department of Global Communication, Faculty of Foreign Languages, Tokoha University; former lecturer on NHK Educational TV's "Let's Live in New Japanese"; former full-time instructor at the U.S. Department of State's Japanese Language Training Institute.