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PSP2244 Gundam Battle Universe
Number in stock: 2 Weight: 200 g. Price: $70.00 Product type: PSP Anime Game
If you're a fan of the Macross Ultimate Frontier, then check this out: the previous game made by the same staff in which you play through the entire Gundam universe, from One Year War to Char's Counterattack, polishing your skills and improving you mechs. You get to experience every battle and play in the middle of it, from the first and second Battles of Jaburo to the Gundam 0083 Operation Statdust missions and more. A game we recommend a lot to the discerning Gundam fan. About this software product: This is a standard Sony PSP UDM game made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with PSP hardware (all versions) from around the world. Note that the software itself and game manual are in Japanese. We recommend you look for an online guide if you need help.


STT099 PILOT HI-TEC-C Gel Ink Pen 0.3 mm Black
Number in stock: 8 Weight: 80 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Pen
Japanese pens are the best in the world, made of extremely high quality, with well made, extremely fine parts. This pen produced by Pilot is from the Hi-Tec C series which features a super fine ballpoint tip and specially formulated ink that won't bleed after it dries. Extremely easy to use. Has a clothesline-like clip so you can clip it to anything. This is a black ink version with a 0.3 mm point. EW Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STT023 DX Long Study Flashcards for Sentence ~ Set of 2 pcs
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 80 g. Price: $2.50 Product type: Study Flashcards
Although this pack of cards says in plain English "It is important to study English over and over" you can certainly use it to study Japanese over and over for improved proficiency. The pack measures 2.7x11 cm (1x4 inches) with 50 cards each that are bound by a metallic ring. This set comes with two packs of cards which different colored covers to distinguish between translating sentences from English to Japanese and Japanese to English. Use to write and translate sentences by memory, for skit projects and more. A perfect flashcard tool for all students of the Japanese language.


STT100 PILOT HI-TEC-C Gel Ink Pen 0.4 mm Black
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 80 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Pen
Japanese pens are the best in the world, made of extremely high quality, with well made, extremely fine parts. This pen produced by Pilot is from the Hi-Tec C series which features a super fine ballpoint tip and specially formulated ink that won't bleed after it dries. Extremely easy to use. Has a clothesline-like clip so you can clip it to anything. This is a black ink version with a 0.4 mm point. EW Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


NET025 Kirakira Shibuya Ball Pen ~ Red
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 50 g. Price: $6.25 Product type: Ball Point Pen
The current fashion trend is towards bright, colorful accessories that are flashy and get your attention right away, and the super-trendy Tokyo girls known as Ageha Koakuma (lit. butterfly style little devils).


STT101 PILOT HI-TEC-C Gel Ink Pen 0.5 mm Black
Number in stock: 6 Weight: 80 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Pen
Japanese pens are the best in the world, made of extremely high quality, with well made, extremely fine parts. This pen produced by Pilot is from the Hi-Tec C series which features a super fine ballpoint tip and specially formulated ink that won't bleed after it dries. Extremely easy to use. Has a clothesline-like clip so you can clip it to anything. This is a black ink version with a 0.5 mm point. EW Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


DS1565 Let's Play in Japanese ~ Nihongo de Asobo
Number in stock: 5 Weight: 200 g. Price: $62.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS
A great tool for helping foreigners master Japanese more effectively, this is Nihongo de Asobo (Let's Play in Japanese), published by the staff that also produces the popular NHK TV show that helps both Japanese and gaijin learn the language properly. It contains a series of card-based games in which you have to choose the correct word, which is quite fun. A great tool for polishing your Japanese skills, and since kanji is written with the stylus, it helps you learn kanji by repetitively writing, too! About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (the original DS, DS Lite and the new DSi) from around the world. Note that the game itself and game manual are in Japanese. The game is in Japanese using easy kanji, so some language ability or a game guide are recommended.


STT141 AQUAPIT ~ Pen Style Strong & Thin Liquid Glue
Number in stock: 5 Weight: 50 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Pen Stationery
For those who want to add a little luster to their belongings, this AQUAPIT pen is just what you need. Inside is a strong yet thin liquid glue that's stored inside this "pen shaped glue dispenser" which is perfect for pin point accuracy for your gluing needs. Use this to glue buttons, rhinestones, or other light decorations to your notes, cellphone, camera or anything else you can think of. Note this is not a writing utensil, but a top quality "glue pen" from Tombo (Tombow).


STT071 AIR PRESS ~ Tombow Powerful Air Pressure Ball Pen for Working People
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 80 g. Price: $7.80 Product type: Advanced Japanese Pen
Tombo, one of the worlds finest penmakers for drafters, architects, and artists comes out with their latest writing tool that's perfect for busy professionals on the go. Air Press, utilizes an air pressure system that keeps the ink moving smoothly making it easy to write whether you're standing, sitting, writing using a wall as support or even lying upside down. The pen is also equipped with a sturdy clip and the tip is 0.7mm point for finer writing. This is perfect for those on construction sites where they rarely have an opportunity to write on a table surface. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


PAB123 Monster ~ The Monster Without a Name - Namae no Nai Kaibutsu -- OBLUDA
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 300 g. Price: $20.00 Product type: Anime artbook
Here's a fascinating hardcover book that's a bit of a meta-reference: it's the actual book that appears inside the manga Monster, by Naoki Urasawa. It's interesting because it's "created" by the fictional characters from inside the manga, like Emil Scherbe, Helmuth Voss and Jakob Vyrobek. A real treat for fans of this manga work, the book features manga by several "authors" from the Monster universe, a short story and other art. It also has an evil-looking monster in 3D on the cover, which moves when you turn the book.


NET086 MP9 Digital Pocket Video Recorder 2GB
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 300 g. Price: $52.00 Product type: Video Recorder Pen
A fantastic original and wacky item, this is a USB video recorder that as the appearance of a pen, the ultimate spy gear! Coming with 2GBs of flash memory, this hidden camera will allow you to record movies in total discretion, while the people around you will just think you're holding a normal pen! Another awesome item from Japan! Of course, use common sense and follow all local laws when using a fun item like this.


JPNCH001 My Japanese Coach for the Nintendo DS
This item is in stock in San Diego. Weight: 300 g. Price: $38.00 Product type: Japanese Study Guide for Nintendo DS
Carry a tutor in your pocket with My Japanese Coach My Japanese Coach is an installment in the My Coach series from UbiSoft series that teaches the basic pronunciations unique to the Japanese language. This convenient and easy-to-use tutor allows users to compare their pronunciation to that of native speakers via the Nintendo DS's microphone. It also lets you use the DS stylus to practice writing Japanese Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji characters. My Japanese Coach takes you on a virtual tour of Japan while you're learning the language. Lesson plans take place in a wide array of Japanese locations, from the densest of population centers like Tokyo, to the idyllic Japanese country side. You actually get to explore Japan while you learn new vocabulary as you open each point of interest. Learn From a Master Meet Haruka, the in-game digital sensei, or teacher, that exists solely for the purpose of teaching you Japanese. After giving you a small placement-style test, Haruka will get you started working through the various stages of your lessons. Gaining mastery points by playing the various learning games allow you to clear each level. Once you master all the words given in a specific level, you move on to the next level. As you work your way through over a 1,000 lessons, your language skills are constantly tested and sharpened by various mini games. My Japanese Coach includes 12 types of mini games, ranging from Flash Cards, in which you hear a word and have seconds to choose the correct English translation, to Bridge Builder, where you are required to string words together in the correct order to create a complete sentence. And with mini-games that add a clever twist to classic favorites--like Memory that forces you to match the same words in two different languages--you will be sure to have fun while you learn. My Japanese Coach also features a built-in dictionary and phrase book that includes over 12,000 words and hundreds of useful everyday phrases. Comic AG can also be purchased in sets of five issues via our handy AGSET product or as a revolving subscription. Buy 4 or more manga comics and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


DS6296 DS Japanese Literature 100 Works
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 200 g. Price: $42.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS
Here's a great new way to study Japanese with your Nintendo DS, with this cartridge that contains more than 100 famous works of literature! From Souseki Natsume (the guy on the 1000 yen note) to "No Longer Human" author Osamu Dazai to Ryunosuke Akutagawa (author of Rashomon and others) and Kenji Miyazawa (who dreamed up the Galaxy Express train that travels between the stars), this is a great way to access some of the best novels, poems and short stories for studying or reading pleasure. About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (the original DS, DS Lite and the new DSi) from around the world. Note that the software itself and game manual are in Japanese. We recommend that you use this program with other study tools to learn the correct pronunciations for Japanese. Recommended for students with one year of previous study at least.


STA526 KADO-KESHI ~ Geometric Design Eraser with 28 corners
Number in stock: 6 Weight: 30 g. Price: $2.50 Product type: Universal Design Eraser
This Kado-Keshi is a very cool piece of functional design that will set you apart from the matrix of pencil pushers, and it works great, too! As the winner of the Kokuyo Design Award in 2002, this piece of 'office art' is a welcome change from the standard pink block, and not too hip for its purpose. 5x2cm. (Kado = Corner + Keshigomu = Eraser) Part of Kokuyo's "Universal Design" initiative.


PB985 Genki I ~ Student CD (2 CDs) An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese 1
This item can be ordered. Weight: 200 g. Price: $34.50 Product type: Study Item
One of the questions we get asked at J-List a lot is, "I want to start learning Japanese, what book do you recommend?" Most textbooks are entirely dry, uninteresting, and cannot follow a student's pace, leaving students frustrated. However, a new series by The Japan Times has recently taken Japanese language for foreigners by storm, and comes highly recommended by anyone who has taken it -- Genki, An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese. The entire course has 23 lessons, guiding the student from the beginning until the student has mastered elementary grammar and can read not only hiragana and katakana but over 300 of the most commonly used kanji as well. Each lesson has: 1) a dialogue introducing vocabulary and grammar in a situation the student may find familiar; 2) a list of the vocabulary with hiragana, katakana, kanji and English meaning; 3) grammar with full explanations in English; 4) interesting usage notes; 5) several pages of practice questions designed to be fun and interesting incorporating dialogue skills, writing skills, and thinking skills; 6) additional vocabulary. Each lesson also has a complementary lesson in hiragana/katakana/kanji, with reading and writing exercises. The separate workbook has more writing exercises and kanji writing practice. This is simply the recommended textbook for anyone beginning Japanese up to 3rd level in the JLPT. THIS CD SET: This is the students CD set for those studying with the textbook (PB888) and the workbook (PB890) for part I of the Genki series (lessons 1 to 12). This is a highly recommended purchase as it is excellent listening practice necessary for training your ears for the Japanese language, as well as practicing your own Japanese speaking. There are two CDs in this set: Disk 1 (73:35) covers the dialogue and vocabulary in the textbook -- read along with the dialogue and repeat the vocabulary. Disk 2 (40:50) has exercises for the listening comprehension questions in the workbook, suitable for testing your hearing and listening abilities. These 2 CDs are housed in a clam-shell case and contain a guide as to which track pertains to which page in the textbook or the workbook. The Genki Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese Series: Genki I (Lessons #1~12): Textbook - Companion Workbook - Companion Student CDs (2) - Companion Teacher CDs (6) Genki II (Lessons #13~23): Textbook - Companion Workbook - Companion Student CDs (2) - Companion Teacher CDs (6) Click here to see all the items we carry from the Genki Integrated Japanese series.


PB986 Genki II ~ Student CD (2 CDs) An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese 2
Number in stock: 6 Weight: 200 g. Price: $34.50 Product type: Study Item
One of the questions we get asked at J-List a lot is, "I want to start learning Japanese, what book do you recommend?" Most textbooks are entirely dry, uninteresting, and cannot follow a student's pace, leaving students frustrated. However, a new series by The Japan Times has recently taken Japanese language for foreigners by storm, and comes highly recommended by anyone who has taken it -- Genki, An Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese. The entire course has 23 lessons, guiding the student from the beginning until the student has mastered elementary grammar and can read not only hiragana and katakana but over 300 of the most commonly used kanji as well. Each lesson has: 1) a dialogue introducing vocabulary and grammar in a situation the student may find familiar; 2) a list of the vocabulary with hiragana, katakana, kanji and English meaning; 3) grammar with full explanations in English; 4) interesting usage notes; 5) several pages of practice questions designed to be fun and interesting incorporating dialogue skills, writing skills, and thinking skills; 6) additional vocabulary. Each lesson also has a complementary lesson in hiragana/katakana/kanji, with reading and writing exercises. The separate workbook has more writing exercises and kanji writing practice. This is simply the recommended textbook for anyone beginning Japanese up to 3rd level in the JLPT. THIS CD SET: This is the students CD set for those studying with the textbook (PB889) and the workbook (PB891) for part II of the Genki series (lessons 13 to 23). This is a highly recommended purchase as it is excellent listening practice necessary for training your ears for the Japanese language, as well as practicing your own Japanese speaking. There are two CDs in this set: Disk 1 (69:36) covers the dialogue and vocabulary in the textbook -- read along with the dialogue and repeat the vocabulary. Disk 2 (38:52) has exercises for the listening comprehension questions in the workbook, suitable for testing your hearing and listening abilities. These 2 CDs are housed in a clam-shell case and contain a guide as to which track pertains to which page in the textbook or the workbook. The Genki Integrated Course in Elementary Japanese Series: Genki I (Lessons #1~12): Textbook - Companion Workbook - Companion Student CDs (2) - Companion Teacher CDs (6) Genki II (Lessons #13~23): Textbook - Companion Workbook - Companion Student CDs (2) - Companion Teacher CDs (6) Click here to see all the items we carry from the Genki Integrated Japanese series.


STT047 ENERGEL 0.5mm Liquid Ink Ball Pen ~ Super Smooth Clear Writing & Quick Dry - STOY Awarded
This item can be ordered. Weight: 80 g. Price: $2.80 Product type: Pentel Pen
The problem with writing kanji with a normal ball point pen is that normal ball points are too big making the written kanji often illegible. While normal ball points are fine for writing English letters, the complicated strokes of kanji require a cleaner, finer pen. Introducing this super fine ball point pen by Pentel and their famed ENERGEL series. This is a black 0.5 mm pen, that feature a super soft grip that provides extra comfort, and has a smooth flowing liquid ink that practically glides on the surface of the paper with little or no pressure. A pen so cool that it won the STOY (Stationery of the Year) Award in 2006, that it will quickly become your favorite. Try this technical quality pen at normal ball point pen price. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STA560 SLICCI ~ Pentel New Stylish Gel Ink Pen 0.3mm --10 Colors Set
Number in stock: 9 Weight: 200 g. Price: $24.00 Product type: Set of Japanese Pens
A cute and stylish assortment of color pens from Pentel in their Slicci series, with ten .3mm ballpoint capped pens in red, dark pink, light pink, purple, orange, green, turquoise, light blue, dark blue, and black. This is a high quality set of precision pens that are built to last. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STA292 Uni 0.18 Signo Ball-Pointed Pen 8 Colors Set
Number in stock: 9 Weight: 170 g. Price: $21.50 Product type: Set of Japanese Pens
The problem with writing kanji with a normal ball point pen is that normal ball points are too big making the written kanji often illegible. While normal ball points are fine for writing English letters, the complicated strokes of kanji require a cleaner, finer pen. Introducing this set of super fine ball point pens by Uni and their special Signo series, each pen is .18 mm pen, less than half the width of normal pens. With 8 different colors (black, green, blue, red, light blue, orange, pink and purple), you'll enjoy writing colorful notes for study or to friends. Featuring stylish design and a ridged grip for extra comfort, this is a well balanced pen that will quickly become your favorite. Try this technical quality pen at normal ball point pen price. The point is so fine you could write on a grain of rice! This set comes in a plastic carrying case with orangle logo to keep handy with you at all times. By Uniball. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STA286 Uni 0.18 Signo Ball-Pointed Pen -- Red Ink
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 20 g. Price: $2.70 Product type: Japanese Pen
The problem with writing kanji with a normal ball point pen is that normal ball points are too big making the written kanji often illegible. While normal ball points are fine for writing English letters, the complicated strokes of kanji require a cleaner, finer pen. Introducing this super fine ball point pen by Uni and their special Signo series, this is a red .18 mm pen, less than half the width of normal pens. Featuring stylish design and a ridged grip for extra comfort, this is a well balanced pen that will quickly become your favorite. Try this technical quality pen at normal ball point pen price. The point is so fine you could write on a grain of rice! Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


ZA0003 80's Hello Kitty Double Marker with Ramune Scent / Blue
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 50 g. Price: $1.80 Product type: Kitty Items
Heighten your senses of fun with these heart-achingly cute Hello Kitty scented pens. Has Hello Kitty in various situations and the text ''Say hello to me when you see me!''. Part of the Hello Kitty It's a Wonderful Day series. Scents included in this series are: grape (purple), strawberry (pink), lamune/soda (blue), lime (green), apple (red), orange (orange), and yellow (pineapple). Markers are double sided with thick and thin felt tips. This purchase is for the pink strawberry marker. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


ZA0004 80's Hello Kitty Double Marker with Apple Scent / Red
Number in stock: 9 Weight: 50 g. Price: $1.80 Product type: Kitty Items
Heighten your senses of fun with these heart-achingly cute Hello Kitty scented pens. Has Hello Kitty in various situations and the text ''Say hello to me when you see me!''. Part of the Hello Kitty It's a Wonderful Day series. Scents included in this series are: grape (purple), strawberry (pink), lamune/soda (blue), lime (green), apple (red), orange (orange), and yellow (pineapple). Markers are double sided with thick and thin felt tips. This purchase is for the red apple marker. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


ZA0006 80's Hello Kitty Double Marker with Grape Scent / Purple
Number in stock: 8 Weight: 50 g. Price: $1.80 Product type: Kitty Items
Heighten your senses of fun with these heart-achingly cute Hello Kitty scented pens. Has Hello Kitty in various situations and the text ''Say hello to me when you see me!''. Part of the Hello Kitty It's a Wonderful Day series. Scents included in this series are: grape (purple), strawberry (pink), lamune/soda (blue), lime (green), apple (red), orange (orange), and yellow (pineapple). Markers are double sided with thick and thin felt tips. This purchase is for the purple grape marker. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


ZA0011 80's Hello Kitty Double Marker with Chocolate Scent / Black
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 50 g. Price: $1.80 Product type: Kitty Items
Whether you're a collector of unique pens from Japan or you just want something fun to write with, this dual-tipped Hello Kitty marker pen will please. The pen has two tips, a fat one and a thin one, for all kinds of writing. Best of all, the ink is chocolate scented, making everything you write all the more delicious. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STA285 Uni 0.18 Signo Ball-Pointed Pen -- Blue Ink
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 20 g. Price: $2.70 Product type: Japanese Pen
The problem with writing kanji with a normal ball point pen is that normal ball points are too big making the written kanji often illegible. While normal ball points are fine for writing English letters, the complicated strokes of kanji require a cleaner, finer pen. Introducing this super fine ball point pen by Uni and their special Signo series, this is a blue .18 mm pen, less than half the width of normal pens. Featuring stylish design and a ridged grip for extra comfort, this is a well balanced pen that will quickly become your favorite. Try this technical quality pen at normal ball point pen price. The point is so fine you could write on a grain of rice! Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


SZ383 SHODO ~ Natural Stone Mini Calligraphy Set with Wooden Box
Number in stock: 8 Weight: 150 g. Price: $16.50 Product type: Traditional Japanese item
The traditional art of shodo, or the "Way of Writing" with a calligraphy brush, is one of the many things imported from China but perfected in Japan. Here's a super miniature set containing everything you need to start writing Japanese calligraphy contained in this wooden box. You get a telescoping writing brush with tip, a real stone ink holder that's called a "suzuri," and a stick of ink, called "sumi." Put a little water in the ink holder and scrape the ink stick over it about 100 times, and you'll have beautiful India ink that's ready for writing. Plus, the act of preparing the ink is part of good calligraphy, since you're preparing your heart to write beautifully as you work.


STU023 How to make Bento Art ~ Obento Art no Tsukurikata
Number in stock: 6 Weight: 350 g. Price: $17.50 Product type: Bento Book
To some people, bento is just regular food that you consume and do away with after you're done. To others the way of the bento is an artform. This is particularly true for Japanese mothers who pride themselves on the talents making their kids boxed lunches into a wonderful surprise that will greet them when lunch time comes along. This cook book of sorts discusses the fine art of making these fun bentos going into detail over which foods offer the best colors and how to cut these intricate figures so you too can make these lunches. However, the best thing about this photobook are the wonderful samples utilized in creating this collection that feature famous talent like Koda Kumi, Orange Range, Ichiro Suzuki, Hard Gay (Razor Ramon) Maria Sharapova, Gatchaman, and of course Hello Kitty as well. This is a great item that ventures into the world of Japanese food culture from a mom's perspective. Kawaii (cute)! Great for cookbook collectors!


STA422 Pentel Tradio Pula Man Pen Fountain Pen Style Tip
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 50 g. Price: $6.25 Product type: Pen
Japan is, as we've discovered, the world's best place for stationery, for the sheer variety and quality that can be had. For those in need of a fountain pen, ace stationery makers Pentel have created this felt tip that feels and writes just like a fountan pen. The pen is weighted to feel like a fountain pen in your hand, and the nib reacts just like a fountain pen, but without the mess or cost of being one. An excellent pen for aspiring manga artists, this pen is made right here in Japan. 5.5" long. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STA289 Uni 0.7 Power Tank Pen -- Black Ink
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 70 g. Price: $2.70 Product type: Japanese pen
The problem with writing kanji with a normal ball point pen is that normal ball points are too big making the written kanji often illegible. While normal ball points are fine for writing English letters, the complicated strokes of kanji require a cleaner, finer pen. Introducing this super fine ball point pen by Uni and their special Power Tank series, this is a black .7 mm pen. Featuring a stylish design and a ridged grip for extra comfort, this is a well balanced pen that will quickly become your favorite. Try using this technical quality pen upside down while laying on your back and you'll be even more impressed with it's performance! Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


SZ001 Japanese Shinto Lucky Charm - Sakura Omamori good luck
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 80 g. Price: $3.80 Product type: Japanese Traditional
The Japanese have all sorts of omamori (charm or amulet) that they believe in to protect them from various elements. Some omamori are designed protect them from car accidents, others are to promote good health, finding happiness, and even gambling. Naturally, there would be ones designed for finding love as well. For everyone out there who needs a little good luck now and then, here's a perfect good luck charm for you. This is a beautiful red lucky charm that is decorated with intricate sakura print for that authentic feel. Keep this with you in your car or bag to keep the spirit of good luck by your side. You never know what fortunes you'll find with this good luck charm, money, fame, love? If anything, it's a cool item for all fans of Japanese culture. Kakoo ii (cool)!


NYH139 Bath HIRAGANA Chart
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 80 g. Price: $3.80 Product type: Japanese Study
Here's a terrific study idea for memorizing the Japanese Hiragana characters -- study in the bath! This handy Hiragana table poster features the basic non-kanji characters of the Japanese language, on a waterproof plastic sheet poster that's made to be put up on to the wall of your shower or bath. Good for people wanting to develop their basics, this chart will help you cement your memory of all the characters with little pictures and examples of Japanese words that begin with each character. An indispensable study item that will have you reading kana with confidence in no time! Measures 60 x 42.5 cm (23 x 17 inches).


PAB499 Tokyo Walking Guide for Adult ~ Otona no Tameno Tokyo Sanpo Annai
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 300 g. Price: $15.00 Product type: Japanese Sight photobook/guide (What is this?)
A unique guidebook for fans of finding out of the way parts of Tokyo, this is a book that shows you all the coolest alleyways, narrow streets, abandoned buildings and other spots that really capture the real Tokyo. Buildings that capture the Edo, Meiji, Taisho and Showa periods are all included, with discussion of the history of each spot. Japanese language, illustrated with many photographs. 190 pages.


STA562 Zebra Sarasa Ball Point Pen 0.5 Set of 3 Colors
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 160 g. Price: $4.80 Product type: Japanese pens
A nice set of stylish ballpoint pens from Zebra, in their Sarasa series, one of the most popular around here at J-List. Three 0.5mm ballpoint pens are included, in black, blue, and red, and they come with a handy carrying case. Made from 81% recycled plastic. Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STA069 Paper StitchLock Basic
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 120 g. Price: $16.00 Product type: Paper stitcher
Here's an amazing item from Japan which will banish your stapler forever! This is a great item that's very popular in offices here in Japan -- a paper stitch lock that actually "stitches" up to 4 pieces of paper together by using the paper itself to hold everything together -- no staples are needed. Very cool! Simply slip in, push down to stitch, and pull out to the side. Full visual instructions on the back of each box. A super paper stitcher that's fun to use!


STT134 Mousse-chan Fuwa-Fuwa Paper Clay Set ~ Chocolate
Number in stock: 8 Weight: 350 g. Price: $13.50 Product type: Paper Clay Play Set
For those who love to make wonderful shapes with clay, here's a fun chocolate confection versions by Mousse-chan. This "clay dough" set comes with all that you need to make your creations look just like the real thing (but don't try to eat them because they're clay!) This set includes a variety of tools which include a soft tray to form various shapes (hearts, leaves, kisses, bars, cookies...) in order to make chocolate creations, three different colored pieces of clay (dark brown, pink, light brown), and a push through device that allows you to make additional shapes and designs. Make all your favorite desserts with this fun clay set. Recommended for ages six and up.


JPN073 Let's Make Eraser with Microwave ~ Chocolate
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 180 g. Price: $7.25 Product type: Japanese Eraser Making Kit
Here's another hobby item that's perfect for all fans who want to make their own creations. This fun tool kit set features a variety of tools that you can use to make your own usable erasers. Use while in school, at home, or simply to admire knowing that you made these things with your own bare hands. To create the erasers, simply apply the clay into the molds and design the eraser as you wish, place the creations inside the cup (that looks like a Chinese takeout box) fill with water, heat in the microwave for 5 mins, dump the hot water and cool down with fresh water. This version is a hamburger set which includes hamburger and fries case moldings, four colored clay, and various cut outs to bring that more authentic feel to your creations. This version features a chocolate theme which includes a paper cut outs of the box and wrappers.


STT185 Let's Make Eraser with Microwave ~ Sushi
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 180 g. Price: $7.25 Product type: Japanese Eraser Making Kit
Here's another hobby item that's perfect for all fans who want to make their own creations. This fun tool kit set features a variety of tools that you can use to make your own usable erasers. Use while in school, at home, or simply to admire knowing that you made these things with your own bare hands. To create the erasers, simply apply the clay into the molds and design the eraser as you wish, place the creations inside the cup (that looks like a Chinese takeout box) fill with water, heat in the microwave for 5 mins, dump the hot water and cool down with fresh water. This version is a sushi set which includes sushi case moldings, four colored clay, a cup and various cut outs to bring that more authentic restaurant feel to your creations.


DS0405 Perfect Kanji ~ Kakitori Kun vol. 1
Number in stock: 3 Weight: 200 g. Price: $48.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS
There's exactly one way to write kanji characters correctly, with a specific stroke order for each that you're supposed to keep to every time you write. The trouble is, Japanese people themselves eventually forget this proper way to write, making their characters sloppy and hard to read. Here's a great learning tool to help both Japanese people and foreigners write kanji well. In this great learning tool, you write all the characters learned in first through sixth grade, with a digital teacher inside the game who judges how well you wrote. Also features various drills to test your ability to read and write the first 900 kanji characters. It turns your Nintendo DS into a great learning tool! About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (the original DS, DS Lite and the new DSi) from around the world. Note that the software itself and game manual are in Japanese. We recommend that you use this program with other study tools to learn the correct pronunciations for Japanese. Recommended for students with 2-3 years of previous study at least.


DS0429 Perfect Kanji ~ Kakitori Kun 2
Number in stock: 2 Weight: 200 g. Price: $48.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS
There's exactly one way to write kanji characters correctly, with a specific stroke order for each that you're supposed to keep to every time you write. The trouble is, Japanese people themselves eventually forget this proper way to write, making their characters sloppy and hard to read. Here's a great learning tool to help both Japanese people and foreigners write kanji well. In this great learning tool, you write all the characters learned in first through sixth grade, with a digital teacher inside the game who judges how well you wrote. This second Nintendo DS kanji learning tool goes beyond the sixth grade all the way through the end of Junio High School, the official end of formal kanji learning in Japan. Learn all 1945 "standard use" kanji with this great software from Nintendo! About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (the original DS, DS Lite and the new DSi) from around the world. Note that the software itself and game manual are in Japanese. We recommend that you use this program with other study tools to learn the correct pronunciations for Japanese. Recommended for students with 2-3 years of previous study at least.


DS3516 Kanji DS Dictionary
Number in stock: 5 Weight: 200 g. Price: $68.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS Dictionary
Here's a fascinating way to use your Nintendo DS to learn Japanese more effectively: the Kanji Sonomama Dictionary, which turns any Nintendo DS into a very useful tool for learning Japanese. There are four dictionaries -- English-Japanese, Japanese-English, Kokugo (Japanese-Japanese, the best way to learn) and Kanji, with 240,000 entries at your fingertips. While you can input words with the optional on-screen keyboard, the best way to enter words is using the stylus, which can accurately read the kana, kanji and English letters you enter for speedy lookup. Input is done on the lower screen, while results appear on the top screen -- it's beautiful! There are many other features, too, such as pronunciation of English words, a "Jump" feature for looking up English words, several quiz functions, the ability to save words for later study, and more. About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (the original DS, DS Lite and the new DSi) from around the world. Note that the software itself and game manual are in Japanese. We recommend that you use this program with other study tools to learn the correct pronunciations for Japanese. Recommended for students with one year of previous study at least.

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