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Japanese Textbooks, Books About Japan


STU065 Yappari Ohiruha Obento ~ Lunch Time Bento
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 400 g. Price: $18.50 Product type: Cooking Book
For those of the uninitiated, creating a bento (boxed lunch) is much more than just putting pieces of food together. It requires a unique sense of knowing the right proportions for each dish, packaging it, and knowing which foods to use for the right season (so as not to make it spoil during the warmer months). But it also takes a lot of time to make. This cookbook focuses on the delicious creations of traditional Japanese cooking and the bentos that practically every businessman, OL, and child are known to devour when lunchtime hits. Many of these recipes focus on left overs frozen and prepared for a later meal, which are garnished with delicious side dishes, vegetables and even "hinomaru bento rice" (a bed of rice with a sour plum resting on it, often used during World War II and still common today), making for quick and easy creations as developed by housewives and mothers all around Japan. Included are charts to help you determine the right proportions children, men, and women, sample weekly menus as created by some of the housewives that shared their dishes in the book and plenty of mouthwatering photos of the recipes such as karaage bento (Fried chicken bento), grilled pork with broccoli bento, omu rice bento with asparagus stalks and other side dishes with plums in red wine, noodle salads, soybean salads and more. This is the number one selling bento cook book in Japan, often receiving 4 star reviews from all customers who purchased the item. Written in its original language making a great study item as well! (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


STT107 PILOT HI-TEC-C WA Color Gel Ink Pen 0.3 mm SAKURA / Light Pink
Number in stock: 9 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 light pink ink version with a 0.3 mm point. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) EW Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STT109 PILOT HI-TEC-C WA clolor Gel Ink Pen 0.3 mm KURI / Maron Brown
Number in stock: 9 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 brown ink version with a 0.3 mm point. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) EW Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


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. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) EW Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STT116 SANRIO Cinnamonroll Kanji Practice Notebook ~ 84 Squares
Number in stock: 8 Weight: 100 g. Price: $2.40 Product type: Pen Note
Here's a cool and fun way of keeping you motivated to practice writing your kanji. This practice book features back to back grid pattern squares, to help make your characters written clean and even. The square grid pattern is the standard writing paper used for all students learning the language and has approximately 84 squares throughout the book to help you practice. Features the Sanrio Character Cinnoamonroll inside of the covers to keep you motivated. A great supplemental study guide. Kawaii (cute)! (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


STT108 PILOT HI-TEC-C WA clolor Gel Ink Pen 0.3 mm USU-SUMI / Light Grey
Number in stock: 9 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 light grey ink version with a 0.3 mm point. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) EW Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STA595 Real Origami with English Instruction ~ Lucky Cat
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 80 g. Price: $6.00 Product type: Origami Paper
Another fun and wacky 'Real Origami' with a Japanese traditional theme. Includes patterns and printed origami paper for one of the most recognized symbols of Japan, the maneki neko (lucky cat)! You'll have loads of fun making and showing off your 'real' origami creations. This pack includes a total of sheets measuring 150 x 150mm with 2 copies of the five different colors. Have a great time with this fun origami set! (More like this) (Direct link to this product)

A great way to learn Japanese through situation-based phrases!
PB566 Catchy Japanese Phrases ~ Nihongo Maruanki Cho
Number in stock: 3 Weight: 200 g. Price: $21.50 Product type: Study Item
Looking to become a conversationalist in Japanese? Then this unique Japanese study book is for you. This book containing hundreds of frequently-used Japanese phrases in a format easy for studying. Each page contains 4 ready-to-use phrases that can be cut out and used as a study card. On one side of the card, the situation you might use the phrase plus the phrase itself in English, Chinese or Korean is written. On the back is the Japanese phrase written in Japanese (with furigana on top of the kanji) and in romaji (English letters). The author suggests using the cards to drill yourself so that soon you'll be able to recognize these phrases in conversation and on TV, and be able to make or predict the answer in Japanese. This is a great tool designed to improve your ability in conversational Japanese, as well as teach you a lot of the phrases that are really fun to know. 140 pages. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)

Even more situation-based phrases for Japanese students!
PB652 Catchy Japanese Phrases II ~ Nihongo Maruanki Cho 2
Number in stock: 9 Weight: 200 g. Price: $21.50 Product type: Study Item
The first "Catchy Japanese Phrases" book by The Japan Times was such a hit with J-List customers studying Japanese, that we are pleased to bring you the second in the series. This is a book designed to help you to become a conversationalist in Japanese by having you study common situations and the phrases you would commonly use in them. Containing hundreds of frequently-used Japanese phrases in a format easy for studying, each page contains 4 ready-to-use phrases that can be cut out and used as a study card. On one side of the card, the situation you might use the phrase plus the phrase itself in English, Chinese or Korean is written. On the back is the Japanese phrase written in Japanese (with furigana on top of the kanji) and in romaji (English letters). The author suggests using the cards to drill yourself so that soon you'll be able to recognize these phrases in conversation and on TV, and be able to make or predict the answer in Japanese. This is a great tool designed to improve your ability in conversational Japanese, as well as teach you a lot of the phrases that are really fun to know. 148 pages. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 4 or more photobooks and get 15% off!

Japanese Custom Made Stamp ~ Square 0.5 inch Hanko

Get any kanji imprinted on this authentic Japanese name stamp!

HNK001 Japanese Custom Made Stamp ~ Square 0.5 inch Hanko

This item can be ordered. Weight: 100 g. Price: $12.50
Product type: Custom Japanese Hanko (Name Stamp)

In Japan, hanko (name stamps) are used in lieu of signing your name as the way of signifying agreement, and the culture of these stamps has always been fascinating to gaijin unfamiliar with Japanese ways. Now you can get any kanji name you want on your very own Japanese name stamp. This is a quality stamp made of wood with any custom name or message you want on it, which will be a great connection to you and Japan. This name stamp is also legally able to be used in Japan (just register it with your local city office).

You can choose between 1-6 kanji, hiragana or katakana characters, and the Japanese staff of J-List will be happy to help you choose the best character for what you want to express. This type of stamp is usually used for names, and there are multiple approaches foreigners can take when choosing a name. Here are three examples:


This is an example of a name in katakana, the Japanese writing system used for foreign words and names. It says "Payne."	Kanji can be chosen based on their pronunciation, too. In this case we're using the "peh" sound from Peking ("North Capital") and the "in" sound from the Buddhist temple Byodoin near Kyoto.	There are ways of choosing kanji based on meaning, called ateji or forcing a reading on a character. For example, "Payne" comes from the French pan (bread), the name could be written with a character (archaic in this case) for bread.

This stamp can also be used to express your favorite character or concept, from love (ai) to sincerity (makoto) to a wacky message you'd like to create, as long as it can fit within the character limit for this stamp. After adding this item to your shopping cart you can type comments to the J-List staff and we'll verify the characters you want before finalizing the order. We also humbly request to include a pronunciation guide for all unique spelling of names.

Since the stamps are custom made by a company here in Japan, please allow 2-4 weeks for your name stamp to be made, prior to the shipping date.

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PHS683 Japanese Folk Tales 4 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 4
Number in stock: 7 Weight: 300 g. Price: $14.00 Product type: Study book with CD
If you're studying Japanese and you're feeling a little burnt out with the typical text book study method, why not give yourself a break and learn Japanese the fun way. This fun and educational book by the Japan Times brings to you a collection of traditional and comical stories from Japan. Via the "reverse osmosis" method of learning Japanese, you'll see the story in English with notable Japanese vocabulary written on the bottom of the story. After the story is complete, the following page will retell the story, but in full Japanese. Included inside is a 40 min CD which retells the story so you can practice along. Learn classic tales of The Kettle of Happiness, Dumpling Scaredy-Cat, Old Man Blossom, The Farting Wife, plus other stories all Japanese are familiar with. A great item for those interested in traditional Japanese comedy known as Rakugo. This is book 4 of the series. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


PHS684 Japanese Folk Tales 5 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 5
Number in stock: 6 Weight: 300 g. Price: $14.00 Product type: Study book with CD
If you're studying Japanese and you're feeling a little burnt out with the typical text book study method, why not give yourself a break and learn Japanese the fun way. This fun and educational book by the Japan Times brings to you a collection of traditional and comical stories from Japan. Via the "reverse osmosis" method of learning Japanese, you'll see the story in English with notable Japanese vocabulary written on the bottom of the story. After the story is complete, the following page will retell the story, but in full Japanese. Included inside is a 40 min CD which retells the story so you can practice along. Learn classic tales of One Inch, The Tongueless Sparrow, The Tiger in the Screen, Mouse Wrestling, plus other stories all Japanese are familiar with. A great item for those interested in traditional Japanese comedy known as Rakugo. This is book 5 of the series. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


TUTTLE026 Colloquial Kansai Japanese
This item is in stock in San Diego. Weight: 260 g. Price: $16.95 Product type: Japanese Language book
Maido, maido and welcome to the Kansai region of western Japan. Whether visiting or living in this area, you will quickly notice the locals aren't speaking standard Japanese taught in textbooks and classrooms. The language on the streets is Kansai-ben: a dialect said to be earthier and more direct. With clear explanations of grammar, a Kansai-ben dictionary, and a helpful index, Colloquial Kansai Japanese is an indispensable guide to the rich speech of Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe. Publshed by Tuttle. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) For your convenience, this book is stocked in San Diego.


STU061 Fun with Katakana ~ Sutekina Katakana
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 700 g. Price: $28.00 Product type: Bilingual Study Book
This is a picture book by Gomi Taro, a very famous picture book designer, that is here to help you do your first step into Japanese language. When a student starts off in learning Japanese, one of the first writing systems they learn to use is hiragana (used for standard Japanese words). However, another writing system used for writing foreign words (called katakana) is just as important, but not emphasized enough. However, here's a fun and cute way to learn Japanese katakana in a cute children's workbook. Each page features a specific katakana character surrounded by cute illustrations and English translation of various words that represent the sound of the character being spoken. Hardcover so it will last throughout the years. Perfect for those who are also trying learn Japanese. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


STA265 Check Tape Set
Number in stock: 2 Weight: 50 g. Price: $5.50 Product type: Study Aid
No student studying Japanese should go without this nifty little item. With this cool check tape set you can highlight any words on your document in a transparent green marking and in conjunction with the red transparent sheet, will hide those words you highlighted. To make things even better, you can actually erase green highlight to restore the document to it's original form. This is a perfect item for those studying foreign languages that require complex characters to write (Kanji, Hangul, etc). (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


RESERVE85 Kateigaho International Edition Reserve Subscription - Home Art Report
This magazine will be available every month Weight: 550 g. Price: $16.00 Product type: Revolving Magazine Subscription
This rather large sized magazine is the top magazine for those who want to enjoy the world of art and culture through Japanese eyes. Featuring full large pages of vibrant colors, you can practically feel the tranquility and mystery of the locales these professional photographers visit to make each issue possible. Completely written in English, it features plenty of great insight to the creativity of Japanese artists with articles on Japanese philosophy, creativity, and techniques in developing their works of art whatever their medium is (photography, sculpture, gardens). This is a terrific source of inspiration for interior designers, fashion stylists, graphic designers, photographers, and those who need that extra boost of creativity with a Japanese flair. Because this magazine isn't published monthly, subscriptions are only available on a revolving (per-issue) basis. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) This is a revolving magazine subsciption item. Each issue will be automatically sent to you until you ask us to stop.

A fabulous bilingual book that teaches you everything you need to know about Japan!
PB653 Japan at a Glance For Young Adult ~ Nihon Marugoto Jiten
Number in stock: 5 Weight: 450 g. Price: $28.00 Product type: Study Item
For those who want to get a crash course in the world of Japanese culture, this book is just what you need. Compiled with experiences of over 10,000 people, this hand book is a quick and concise must have for those who want to have a gist of the main things to expect when entering this wonderful country. Some items of interest include Japanese folk tales, details on martial arts, what to do in an emergency, how to wear a yukata, national holidays, the government and cabinet of Japan, and many more interesting tidbits of information. This book is written both in Japanese and English, which makes a perfect supplement for those trying to learn the Japanese language. A great handbook for anyone who wants to learn about Japan at a glance. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


PHS299 Directory of 800 Train Station Bento ~ Shun no Ekiben Meikan 800
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 700 g. Price: $24.00 Product type: Japanese Study Book
Part of the travelling experience is about tasting the wonderful delicacies that are not available to you in your home countries. In this very special photobook, Shizuko Shiori takes you through an enduring look of 800 specialty bentos that span from the tip of Hokkaido, down to the tropical climate of Okinawa. Split up into seasons, you see the vast collection of bentos in full color that look so good that you can practically smell the food direct from the pages of this photobook. In addition to the numerous photos, you'll also see maps, websites, and addresses of the locations where these specialty items can by sampled by your own taste buds. The names of the bento are written in full Kanji with furigana pronunciations so basic students of Japanese can refer to this book. Hiroshima's Shimojikaki Meshi (consisting of oysters, carrots shaped into autumn leaves, and comes in a paddle shaped box), Hokkaido's Summer Mashiyu Butadon (with slices of grilled pork resting on a bed of rice), and even Gunma's own Daruma Bento of Takasaki (which comes in a round Dharma shaped lunch box) is featured in this photobook! Perfect for the travel and bento enthusiast for you. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


STU045 Traditional Comic Stories from Japan ~ Eigo de Yomu Koten Rakugo
Number in stock: 7 Weight: 350 g. Price: $14.00 Product type: Study Book (Bilingual)
If you're studying Japanese and you're feeling a little burnt out with the typical text book study method, why not give yourself a break and learn Japanese the fun way. This fun and educational book by the Japan Times brings to you a collection of traditional and comical stories from Japan. Via the "reverse osmosis" method of learning Japanese, you'll see the story in English with notable Japanese vocabulary written on the bottom of the story. After the story is complete, the following page will retell the story, but in full Japanese. Included inside is a 40 min CD which retells the story so you can practice along. Learn classic tales of "Jugemu" (a boy with a very long name), "Head Mountain" (a man who accidentally swallowed a cherry seed and grew a cherry tree on top his head), plus other stories all Japanese are familiar with. A great item for those interested in traditional Japanese comedy known as Rakugo. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


STU047 Writing E-mails in Japanese ~ Nihongo email no Kakikata
Number in stock: 9 Weight: 450 g. Price: $22.50 Product type: Study Book
Written by Akiko Yana, Rio Ooki, and Yuka Komatsu, this informative how to guide details the intricacies of writing and responding in both in casual and professional Japanese utilizing one of today's most widely used form of communication, E-mail. Although the entire book is written in Japanese, it provides an English translation, summarizing the content of the e-mail. On the bottom of each page is a list of vocabulary used for the letter, and additional furigana pronunciations are written above the kanji to provide you with enough clues to help you determine the meaning of the vocabulary. From the get go, you'll learn the proper format of a letter such as the salutation, opening of a declination, declination, ending and signature. Scenarios that you'll find in this guide: sending a congratulatory email to a friend, thanking acquaintances for a gift, emailing a company about gathering information for a job position, inquiring about hotels at a city, and more. Great for those who find themselves tongue tied, or are interested in learning how to properly conduct themselves in Japanese through email. A recommended study item for intermediate and advanced students of the Japanese language (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


DS0031 AIUEO Study with Anpanman
This item can be ordered. Weight: 200 g. Price: $55.00 Product type: NINTENDO DS Study Game
Anpan-man is the super hero beloved by virtually all children in Japan. His head is made of anpan or bread with sweet beans inside, and he and his friends Curry Bread Man, Sliced Bread Man and Melon Panna fight the evil Baikin-man (Bacteria Man). This is a fun Nintendo DS game that helps teach reading and writing of hiragana and katakana through games, card puzzles, and more. You also learn to write correctly using the proper stroke order and the stylus. Learning Japanese was never more fun! About this software product: This is a standard Nintendo DS software cartridge made for the Japanese market. It is compatible with DS hardware (both the original DS as well as DS Lite) from around the world. Note that the game 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. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)

Japanese Custom Made Stamp set ~ Circle 0.7 inch DX Hanko

Get your very own custom Japanese "hanko" stamp!

HNK003 Japanese Custom Made Stamp set ~ Circle 0.7 inch DX Hanko

This item can be ordered. Weight: 100 g. Price: $28.00
Product type: Custom Japanese Hanko (Name Stamp)

Here's a deluxe custom-made name stamp with case and ink included. The stamp is made of hard wood and laser-etched for perfect imprinting on paper every time. It comes with a high quality plastic case and red ink pad right inside, so you are never without the ability to stamp your name wherever you are. This stamp is also suitable to be legally used as an official name stamp in Japan, if registered with a city office in Japan.

You can choose between 1-4 kanji, hiragana or katakana characters, and the Japanese staff of J-List will be happy to help you choose the best character for what you want to express. This type of stamp is usually used for names, and there are multiple approaches foreigners can take when choosing a name. Here are three examples:


Most foreign names are written in the standard katakana character set. This says "Dennis."	We can help choose intereting-looking kanji for your name. These characters mean "exit" "mercy" and "happiness" and are also read "Dennis."	Why get a name at all? Choose a kanji character you like and have it printed as large as possible on the hanko stamp. This is ai (love).

Just about anything is possible with these great custom-made Japanese name stamps. After adding this item to your shopping cart you can type comments to the J-List staff and we'll verify the characters you want before finalizing the order. We also humbly request you include a pronunciation guide for all unique spelling of names.

Because the stamps are custom made by a company here in Japan, please allow 2-4 weeks for your name stamp to be made.

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STT111 PTICOLON Blue Green / Mint Fragrant Gel Ink Ball Pointed Pen
Number in stock: 7 Weight: 80 g. Price: $1.50 Product type: Pen
Coming to you from the Zebra Corporation is this fun and absolutely wacky product from Japan. These ball point pen not only write with a vibrant colors but have wonderful scents that add that little extra to your stationery needs. This set of 8 pens are encased in a protective case to keep them safe whenever not in use. A great way to send a warm message to that special someone and leave a lasting impression. Part of zebra's PTICOLON collection (PTI being a strange abbreviation for "Puchi"). This particular pen is a nice blue/green (turquoise) colored writing utensil with a peppermint scent. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STT112 PTICOLON Pink / Peach Fragrant Gel Ink Ball Pointed Pen
Number in stock: 7 Weight: 80 g. Price: $1.50 Product type: Pen
Coming to you from the Zebra Corporation is this fun and absolutely wacky product from Japan. These ball point pen not only write with a vibrant colors but have wonderful scents that add that little extra to your stationery needs. This set of 8 pens are encased in a protective case to keep them safe whenever not in use. A great way to send a warm message to that special someone and leave a lasting impression. Part of zebra's PTICOLON collection (PTI being a strange abbreviation for "Puchi"). This particular pen is a nice pink colored writing utensil with a peach scent. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


STT104 PILOT HI-TEC-C 0.4mm Cosmetic 5 Color Gel Ink Pen Set
Number in stock: 7 Weight: 200 g. Price: $14.00 Product type: Pen Set
Get your study on with this brand new set of color ink gel pens courtesy by Pilot. This HI-Tec-C pens feature an ultra fine tipped points (great for cramming all those notes in a small note card) and is perfect for those that require extreme precision. The ink glides smoothly on the paper's surface and is chemically designed to not bleed after it dries. These pens are highly sought after throughout the US and are now available here at J-list. This five pack includes "cosmetic colors" in a fine 0.4 mm tipped version - baby pink, aqua blue, clear blue, mandarin orange and apricot orange. (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 5 or more Japanese pens of any type and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


PHS840 Hiragana Times June 2008 No. 260
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 200 g. Price: $8.00 Product type: Study Book
Hiragana Times is a highly recommended monthly publication that combines useful current events with learning the Japanese language. A monthly magazine that features articles both in English and in Japanese, complete with furigana pronunciation, to help learners who haven't mastered kanji yet. Filled with tons of cultural articles that make you think relating to current events, interviews with famous Japanese celebrities, Japanese pop culture, travel, and even articles written by readers themselves who wish to share their own personal experience within the Japanese culture. IN THIS ISSUE: An interview with a venture into Japan's traditional comedy known as Rakugo; discussions on pop culture with the world of "Golden Eggs" cartoons; Insights into Japan about meals delivered to your door, waist size indicating health dangers for me, and doing business with Japanese companies; an interview with CEO Namba Tomoko and her rapidly growing company DeNA Co. plus much more. A story about how Shampa (from Bangladesh) and Hayato (who knows how to speak Bengali) met and created a family and an article focusing on "Japanese Proficiency" as a requirement for a Visa are among other note worthy articles to read in this edition. A super bilingual item for students of Japanese, or anyone who wants to learn more about the country! (Also written "hir@gana times"). (More like this) (Direct link to this product)

HNK002 Japanese Custom Made Stamp ~ Rectangle 1.5 inch Hanko

This item can be ordered. Weight: 100 g. Price: $8.50
Product type: Custom Japanese Hanko (Name Stamp)

Hanko, or name stamps, are a big part of the difference between Japan and the West, and when you "sign" an important document you always do it with one of these stamps. Here's a very flexible custom-printed stamp that will allow you to create just about any message you want in Japanese!

This stamp is wide enough to allow you up to 8 characters of Japanese (either kanji, hiragana or katakana) per line, allowing for more complex words and phrases. You can also add additional lines, allowing you to create a larger stamp three lines high, for example one that was 8 characters by three lines for a total of 24 characters. English letters can also be typeset, 14 characters per line. Here are three examples:


The wider stamp is recommend if you have a longer Japanese name that won't fit easily into one of the other stamps. For example, Chieko Hasegawa.	You could choose a simple Japanese phrase that you wanted for your stamps, like "arigato" (thank you).

Make a stamp of your favorite Japanese quote. This one is "You're not going to die. I will protect you" from Evangelion.	Or recreate your favorite Haruhi Suzumiya line, like "I have no interest in normal human beings."

You can also get English letters typeset, 14 characters per line. Note that if a word is cut off, it will have to be moved to the next line down.

As with the other custom name stamps, the native Japanese staff of J-List will be happy to work with you to get just the right phrase created for you. After adding this item to your shopping cart you can type comments to the J-List staff and we'll verify the characters you want before finalizing the order. We also humbly request a pronunciation guide for all unique spellings of names.

Because the stamps are custom made by a company here in Japan, please allow 2-4 weeks for your name stamp to be made.

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STU033 Talking about Japanese Life and Culture in English ~ Eigo de Nihon no Seikatsu wo Setsumeisuru
Number in stock: 3 Weight: 500 g. Price: $24.00 Product type: Study Book
Talking About Life and Culture in Japanese is one of those books that really gives you a lot of the information that you would hope to find in such a title, as well as some gems that might really surprise you. A great bilingual book with a mountain of tips and explanations on understanding daily life, cultural history, and general trivia (the kind that you can really use!). Each page is well organized with corresponding English and Japanese sentences matched numerically. At the end of the chapters there is a section of useful words with very handy illustrations. An excellent cultural and linguistic resource for those already studying Japanese but also just as useful for those new to Japanese language and culture. 292 pages. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


STU001 Japanese Pops and Songs for Learning Japanese ~ Nihongo de Utaou!
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 400 g. Price: $36.00 Product type: Study book with CD
Power-up your Japanese studies with this interesting method using Japanese "pops" music and other famous songs explained point-by-point with the accompanying CD. 15 fun-filled tracks including "Ue wo Muite Arukou" (aka the Sukiyaki Song), "Sotsugyou Shashin" (a classic song by Yumi Matsutoya about graduation from school and emerging into life), "Aka Tombo" (famous song about a boy chains a red dragonfly that all Japanese know), and the ubiquitous "Sazae-san" (the opening theme song for the longest running anime in Japan). Great for busting out during a late-night karaoke session -- study up and impress your friends! 112 pages, A5 size, softcover perfectbound. Includes 16 track CD. Recommended for those with at least 1 year of study. Virtually all of these songs can be found at your local Japanese karaoke restaurant so they're great for use as study aids! (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


STU038 Street Smart Trivia ~ Machi Ju no Gimon
Number in stock: 5 Weight: 400 g. Price: $20.00 Product type: Study Book
This collaboration by The Daily Gendai and writer Steven Johnson sets out to answer questions that you NEVER thought about in a "Things That Make You Go Hmmm" publication. 230+ pages of thought provoking questions are answered in a delightful and entertaining manner (often describing the frustration of the authorities trying to explain a system that has no clearly defined barriers) that not only make you more street smart, but make for great conversation topics as well. Inside, you'll find answers to the most bizzare questions such as "Do Palm Readers Have Some Kind of Qualification, and How Much Do They Make," "Can You Really Get the Reward Money Shown on Wanted Posters For Turning in a Criminal," "How Do Train Station Employees Get Home After the Last Train Has Left, and "How much exposure is considered indecent?" This bilingual edition book translated between English and fully written Japanese, and even has notable vocabulary written in bold, making this a great supplemental study tool for advanced learners of the Japanese language. Fun, entertaining and educational all in one package. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


STU062 Fun with Hiragana ~ Sutekina Hiragana
This item is in stock in Japan. Weight: 700 g. Price: $28.00 Product type: Bilingual Study Book
This is a picture book by Gomi Taro, a very famous picture book artist, that is here to help you do your first step into Japanese language. When a student starts off in learning Japanese, one of the first writing systems they learn to use is hiragana (used for standard Japanese words). Here's a fun and cute way to learn Japanese hiragana in a cute children's workbook. Each page features a specific hiragana character surrounded by cute illustrations and English translation of various words that represent the sound of the character being spoken. Hardcover so it will last throughout the years. Perfect for those who are also trying learn Japanese. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


STT021 Cinnamoroll Tracing Paper Set ~ 2 samples & Tracing Sheets
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 100 g. Price: $2.75 Product type: Anime Tracing Paper
It's no doubt that animation and cute culture are a strong part of Japanese culture. So it's no wonder that everyone wants to learn how to draw these cute characters. Now, those young and young at heart can make cool looking illustrations in this "Tracing" set books. Each book contains two sample sheets of character illustrations in black and white that are printed on high quality card stock. You can then pull them out and under the tracing paper in order to make your own illustration. Approximately 20 tracing sheets are included. This book features the Sanrio character Cinnamoroll. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


STT020 Pocket Monster Tracing Paper Set ~ 2samples & Tracing Sheets
Number in stock: 6 Weight: 100 g. Price: $2.50 Product type: Anime Tracing Paper
It's no doubt that animation and cute culture are a strong part of Japanese culture. So it's no wonder that everyone wants to learn how to draw these cute characters. Now, those young and young at heart can make cool looking illustrations in this "Tracing" set books. Each book contains two sample sheets of character illustrations in black and white that are printed on high quality card stock. You can then pull them out and under the tracing paper in order to make your own illustration. Approximately 20 tracing sheets are included. This book features the Pokemon (Pocket Monster) characters including Pikachu. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)

A fantastic item from Japan -- Daruma Origami with English instructions!
STA596 Real Origami with English Instruction ~ Daruma
Number in stock: 3 Weight: 80 g. Price: $6.00 Product type: Origami Paper
Another fun and wacky 'Real Origami' with a Japanese traditional theme. Includes patterns and printed origami paper for one of the most recognized symbols of Japan, the Daruma! You'll have loads of fun making and showing off your 'real' origami creations. This pack includes a total of sheets measuring 150 x 150mm with 2 copies of the five different colors. Have a great time with this fun origami set! (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


SS277 Japanese Folk Tales 1 ~ Eigo de Yomu Nihon Mukashibanahi Book 1
Number in stock: 9 Weight: 300 g. Price: $14.00 Product type: Study Book with CD
For those who wish to learn a little more about Japanese folktales, here's the perfect book for you. Brought to you by Benjamin Woodward and Japan Times, this book was intended to help little children learn how to speak and read English using the familiar stories of Japan they grew up with. The stories are completely written in English with Japanese vocabulary written on the bottom to add a little explanation and develop vocabulary. This book comes with an audio CD to help you along and is a great supplement for those learning both English and Japanese. Book 1 includes the folktales "Peach Boy", "Click Click Mountain", "The Stone Buddhas", "The Kappa Prays for Rain", and "The Rolling Rice Ball." (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 4 or more photobooks and get 15% off!


MNG802 Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 5
Number in stock: 1 Weight: 250 g. Price: $11.50 Product type: Bilingual Comic
Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside the panel. Sound effects have Japanese-English translation as well. These books are great for not only learning Japanese but make great reading, these comics are as funny today as they were 30 years ago and offer an interesting peek into Japanese culture. Volume 5 of the series is 160 pages, size is 4 3/4" x 7 1/4". (12 x 18.7 cm). (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 4 or more manga comics and get 15% off! (Discount applied at checkout.)


SS126 Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 4
Number in stock: 4 Weight: 250 g. Price: $11.50 Product type: Bilingual Comic
Doraemon is possibly the most beloved character in all of manga and anime, the anime has been watched for generations and the manga loved by young and old alike. Here is a three volume set about the famous cat-shaped robot, republishing the first Doraemon comics from 1974, in a bilingual format, perfect for students of Japanese as well as fans of Doraemon. The original artwork is preserved in right-to-left format, with English written in the dialogue balloons and the Japanese written outside the panel. Sound effects have Japanese-English translation as well. These books are great for not only learning Japanese but make great reading, these comics are as funny today as they were 30 years ago and offer an interesting peek into Japanese culture. Volume 4 of the series is 158 pages, size is 4 3/4" x 7 1/4". (12 x 18.7 cm). (More like this) (Direct link to this product) Buy 4 or more photobooks and get 15% off!


STU004 Kodomo Kotowaza Jiten ~ Children's Proverb Dictionary
Number in stock: 5 Weight: 850 g. Price: $30.00 Product type: Study book
For those who have already mastered katakana and hiragana are already diving into the deep waters of kanji, good reference materials are difficult to find. For those seeking additional challenge in their Japanese studies are best to use books without English in them, as they provide a learning environment that forces the student to learn the language on its own terms. Particularly useful is this new series of books aimed at younger Japanese students from Sanseido. With many colorful illustrations to help show meaning, and with all kanji with appropriate furigana to aid lookup, these books are invaluable to adult learners of Japanese as well. This is the Proverb Dictionary, with an excellent selection of Japanese proverbs, many illustrated and all of them with explanation of meaning and example usage. Ordered by the Japanese alphabet like a normal Japanese dictionary, you'll be able to look up an expression and find its meaning immediately. The expressions themselves -- and their meanings -- also present a unique way to understand more fully the Japanese character and perspective on life. Colorful and informative, you'll enjoy reading this book of proverbs entirely in Japanese. Perfectbound, 8.25" x 10". 222 pages, full color. Recommended Level: intermediate to advanced, contains no English and no romaji, students must be able to read hiragana and katakana. (More like this) (Direct link to this product)


PB561 Doraemon Bilingual Comic vol. 1 ~ vol. 3
This item can be ordered. Weight: 600 g. Price: $11.50 Product type: Bilingual Comic