Many students dutifully memorize the simple English equivalents that are usually given for Japanese wordswith the result that they speak poor Japanese. Effective communication requires an understanding of the unique usages of Japanese vocabulary items, which often differ greatly from those of their English "equivalents." Until now, one of the biggest problems has been the lack of adequate reference materials on Japanese usage. This book fills the gap by concisely explaining 300 troublesome but essential words and phrases, which are alphabetically arranged for easy reference. It discusses not only how they should be used but also how they should not be used, contrasting them with their English "equivalents." The entries include many sample sentences and cross-references, along with notes on usage mistakes committed by the author's own students. Drawing on his long experience in teaching Japanese, as well as scholarly research, Professor Miura has produced a work that offers real help to students and teachers of the language everywhere.

Japanese Words & Their Uses (English and Japanese Edition)

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Foreign Language Study & Reference

Periplus Editions

Shiokari Pass

Religion & Spirituality

OMF Books

Autobiography, Japanese Studies, Christian Studies

The Wind Is Howling (English and Japanese Edition)

Intervarsity Pr

This is a precious chapter from the book Michi ariki (A way was found) where Ayako Miura describes life in the church, questions people may have when they are thinking of visiting a church, and some of her experiences in this area. This hidden gem will help you to think differently about common issues that we run into in the Christian church.

The Church of Christ

CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform

Freezing Point [Japanese Edition] (Volume # 2)

KADOKAWA

Loyalty, loneliness, love, despair, revenge, religious persecution, conflagration and enlightenment...Lady Gracia is an extraordinary novel presenting a behind-the-scenes portrayal of samurai families in 16th century Japan.  It focuses on Akechi Tama, later known as Gracia Hosokawa, daughter of Akechi Mitsuhide, gifted warlord and vassal of the famous Oda Nobunaga.  Tama grows up questioning the way women are treated as mere chattels and strategic tools.  In a world of loss, uncertainty and personal grief, she refuses to abandon her strong principles and the fundamental belief in human dignity inherited from her parents.  Gradually she finds inspiration, consolation and compassion in the newly-introduced religion of Christianity.  Featuring many historical figures, this is the moving and sensitive story of a woman of great principle who discovered faith amidst the mires of feudalism, told by one of Japan's most popular writers.

Lady Gracia: A Samurai Wife's Love, Strife, and Faith

IBC PUBLISHING

A Heart of Winter

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