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University of Hawaii Press Japanese Books - Complete Catalog - JLPT study resources and materials

University of Hawaii Press Japanese Books - Complete Catalog

Academic publisher of innovative Japanese language textbooks

University of Hawaii Press is known for publishing academically rigorous, innovative Japanese language textbooks used primarily in American universities. They're famous for the Japanese: The Spoken Language series, which revolutionized Japanese language teaching with its emphasis on authentic spoken Japanese and communicative competence.

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University of Hawaii Press is a distinguished academic publisher known for their innovative approach to Japanese language education. Best known for publishing the groundbreaking Japanese: The Spoken Language series by Eleanor Hume Jorden, UH Press has contributed significantly to Japanese pedagogy with materials that emphasize natural conversation and communicative competence. Their books are widely adopted in North American universities and are respected for their academic rigor and pedagogical innovation.

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JLPT N1 preparation book: Advanced Japanese: Communication in Context by Kyoko Hijirida, Mutsuko Endo Hudson
N1

Advanced Japanese: Communication in Context

By Kyoko Hijirida, Mutsuko Endo Hudson

Advanced textbook for N1-level learners with authentic materials and cultural context.

Β₯4,048
Prices may vary
JLPT N3 preparation book: Remembering the Kanji 1 by James W. Heisig
N3

Remembering the Kanji 1

By James W. Heisig

Revolutionary method for learning 2,200 kanji through imaginative stories. Focus on meaning before readings.

Β₯5,100
Prices may vary
JLPT N5 preparation book: Remembering the Kana by James W. Heisig
N5

Remembering the Kana

By James W. Heisig

Learn all hiragana and katakana in just 3 hours using imaginative memory techniques. Perfect foundation for kanji study.

Β₯1,943
Prices may vary
JLPT N3 preparation book: Making Sense of Japanese Grammar by Zeljko Cipris, Shoko Hamano
N3

Making Sense of Japanese Grammar

By Zeljko Cipris, Shoko Hamano

Clear explanations of tricky grammar points that confuse English speakers. Great reference.

Β₯4,349
Prices may vary

Books by JLPT Level

Level ( book)

JLPT N5 preparation book: Remembering the Kana by James W. Heisig
N5

Remembering the Kana

By James W. Heisig

Learn all hiragana and katakana in just 3 hours using imaginative memory techniques. Perfect foundation for kanji study.

Β₯1,943
Prices may vary

Level ( books)

JLPT N3 preparation book: Remembering the Kanji 1 by James W. Heisig
N3

Remembering the Kanji 1

By James W. Heisig

Revolutionary method for learning 2,200 kanji through imaginative stories. Focus on meaning before readings.

Β₯5,100
Prices may vary
JLPT N3 preparation book: Making Sense of Japanese Grammar by Zeljko Cipris, Shoko Hamano
N3

Making Sense of Japanese Grammar

By Zeljko Cipris, Shoko Hamano

Clear explanations of tricky grammar points that confuse English speakers. Great reference.

Β₯4,349
Prices may vary

Level ( book)

JLPT N1 preparation book: Advanced Japanese: Communication in Context by Kyoko Hijirida, Mutsuko Endo Hudson
N1

Advanced Japanese: Communication in Context

By Kyoko Hijirida, Mutsuko Endo Hudson

Advanced textbook for N1-level learners with authentic materials and cultural context.

Β₯4,048
Prices may vary

What Makes Special

  • βœ“Academic publisher with strong pedagogical innovation
  • βœ“Emphasis on spoken Japanese and authentic communication
  • βœ“Materials widely used in North American universities
  • βœ“Research-based approach to language teaching
  • βœ“Comprehensive textbook series with extensive support materials
  • βœ“Strong focus on linguistic accuracy and cultural authenticity

Frequently Asked Questions About

Japanese: The Spoken Language (JSL) is a comprehensive, three-volume textbook series created by Eleanor Hume Jorden. It revolutionized Japanese language teaching in North America with its focus on authentic spoken Japanese, minimal use of romanization, and emphasis on communicative competence. The series is still used in many university programs today.