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Japanese Folktales for Language Learners

Eriko Sato,Anna Sato

Author : Eriko Sato,Anna Sato
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 324 pages
File Size : 51,8 Mb
Release : 2022-08-16
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781462923359

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Japanese Folktales for Language Learners by Eriko Sato,Anna Sato Pdf

Learn about Japanese culture while improving your language skills! Japanese Folktales for Language Learners presents 22 traditional stories in parallel Japanese and English versions on facing pages, with detailed notes and exercises aimed at beginning to intermediate learners. This book can be used as a language reader and will be of great interest to anyone wishing to learn more about Japanese culture and folklore. The stories in this collection gradually increase in length and complexity as the book progresses. They include: "The Candy-Buying Ghost" - A female ghost mysteriously buys candy every night from a small village shop, until one night she reveals her true identity and her tragic story. "The Old Man Who Made Trees Blossom" - Regarded as one of the ? ve greatest Japanese folktales, this touching story tells of a kind old man who uses his magical powers for good. "The Abandoned Mother" - An elderly woman is abandoned at the top of a mountain by her own son, a reference to the old practice of senicide in Japan. Vocabulary lists, cultural notes, exercises and discussion questions help to reinforce an understanding of the stories and bolster language skills. Free online recordings of all the stories are provided.

Japanese Stories for Language Learners

Anne McNulty,Eriko Sato

Author : Anne McNulty,Eriko Sato
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 197 pages
File Size : 45,6 Mb
Release : 2018-11-20
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781462920129

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Japanese Stories for Language Learners by Anne McNulty,Eriko Sato Pdf

A great story can lead a reader on a journey of discovery—especially if it's presented in two languages! Beautifully illustrated in a traditional style, Japanese Stories for Language Learners offers five compelling stories with English and Japanese language versions appearing on facing pages. Taking learners on an exciting cultural and linguistic journey, each story is followed by detailed translator's notes, Japanese vocabulary lists, and grammar points along with a set of discussion questions and exercises. The first two stories are very famous traditional Japanese folktales: Urashima Taro (Tale of a Fisherman) and Yuki Onna (The Snow Woman). These are followed by three short stories by notable 20th century authors: Kumo no Ito (The Spider's Thread) by Akutagawa Ryunosuke (1892-1927) Oborekaketa Kyodai (The Siblings Who Almost Drowned) by Arishima Takeo (1878-1923) Serohiki no Goshu (Gauche the Cellist) by Miyazawa Kenji (1896-1933) Reading these stories in the original Japanese script--and hearing native-speakers read them aloud in the accompanying free audio recording--helps students at every level deepen their comprehension of the beauty and subtlety of the Japanese language. Learn Japanese the fun way—through the country's rich literary history.

バイリンガルで読む日本の昔ばなし

Yuri Yasuda

Author : Yuri Yasuda
Publisher : C. E. Tuttle
Page : 128 pages
File Size : 51,5 Mb
Release : 2019
Category : Bilingual books
ISBN : 4805314737

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バイリンガルで読む日本の昔ばなし by Yuri Yasuda Pdf

Tales originally written in English by author Yuri Yasuda based on her interpretations of twelve traditional Japanese stories. Japanese versions of each tale include simple kanji with furigana pronunciations to help learners recognize the characters.

Japanese Myths, Legends & Folktales

Yuri Yasuda

Author : Yuri Yasuda
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 199 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2019-03-26
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9781462920648

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Japanese Myths, Legends & Folktales by Yuri Yasuda Pdf

Here, beautifully illustrated and presented in both English and Japanese, are 12 of the best Japanese folktales--shared with generation after generation of Japanese children. These charming tales engage your imagination as you're carried on turtle-back rides, brought to the underwater palace of the dragon princess, and discover a temple with a "tea kettle" that is really a cunning badger in disguise. Stories include: The Tongue-Cut Sparrow The Strong Boy The Marriage of a Mouse The Fisherman and the Tortoise The Luminous Princess The Peach Boy The Kachi Kachi Mountain The Old Men With Wens The Old Man Who Made Trees Blossom The One-Inch Boy The Lucky Cauldron The Monkey and Crab Fight These stories are all richly illustrated, with 98 color illustrations by two of Japan's foremost children's books illustrators. Executed with great skill and imagination, they bring to life the charming characters of these heartwarming tales of old Japan. The tales were originally written in English by author Yuri Yasuda based on her interpretations of traditional Japanese stories. Here they are fully bilingual--each one accompanied by Japanese text. The Japanese versions of each tale include simple kanji with furigana pronunciations to help learners recognize the characters. Japanese Myths, Legends & Folktales is accessible to both English and Japanese-speaking children, as well as to older language learners who wish to enhance their reading ability. This multicultural children's book will entertain, inspire, and educate in equal measure.

Japanese Language

Haruhiko Kindaichi

Author : Haruhiko Kindaichi
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 256 pages
File Size : 50,6 Mb
Release : 2011-12-20
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781462902668

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Japanese Language by Haruhiko Kindaichi Pdf

This is a book about the structure, history and evolution of the Japanese language. The Japanese Language is a classic study of one of the world's most widely used but least understood languages. Emphasizing the richness and complexity of Japanese as well as its limitations, this fine book provides a lively discussion about the uniqueness of the Japanese language. The relationship of Japanese to other languages is not well understood even by native speakers, and Professor Kindaichi sets out to define it. He concludes that Japanese is indeed only remotely related to other world languages although it shares many features in common with the languages of mainland Asia. Japanese shares with those languages a rich and detailed vocabulary for natural phenomena and an unusually complex and accurate way of expressing social relationships. Moreover, its capability to absorb innovations from abroad easily matches or exceeds that of English or German. The author, after briefly discussing the unique isolation of the Japanese language, moves on to consider the varieties of ordinary speech—dialects, jargon, sex—and role-based distinctions, and the difference between informal, formal, and literary language. He then examines the structure of Japanese pronunciations, its rhythm, and accent. The longest section of the book is devoted to the variety of the vocabulary, what can and cannot be said in Japanese. Readers who are just beginning their own study of Japanese will find this section especially fascinating, for each point is backed by examples from literature and everyday speech. Kindaichi also investigates the so-called vagueness of Japanese and traces it to its source–the unusual sentence order. This book includes: The highly debated origins of the Japanese language. Dialects, jargon, sex and role-based distinctions. Differences between informal, formal, and literary language. Structure, rhythm, and accent of pronunciation. What can and cannot be said in Japanese.

Chinese Stories for Language Learners

Vivian Ling,Peng Wang

Author : Vivian Ling,Peng Wang
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 54,7 Mb
Release : 2021-03-23
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781462922277

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Chinese Stories for Language Learners by Vivian Ling,Peng Wang Pdf

The highly anticipated next book in Tuttle's Stories for Language Learners series is here! This book presents 22 classic Chinese proverbs and the traditional tales behind them. The stories are bilingual, with the Chinese and English versions presented on facing pages. Each includes an explanation of how the proverb is used today, cultural notes, vocabulary and discussion questions. Online audio recordings of the tales by native speakers give students a chance to improve their pronunciation and comprehension. Some of the proverbs featured in this collection include: "Painting the Eyes on the Dragon" Based on the story of a famous court painter in 6th century China who painted dragons, this proverb refers to the finishing touches needed to bring a work of art or literature to life. In a discussion, it refers to the final statements used to clinch the argument. "Waiting for Rabbits by a Tree Stump" Based on an ancient folktale about a foolish farmer who sees a rabbit kill itself in front of him by running into a tree stump, then gives up tilling his field to wait for more rabbits by the stump. This saying is applied to people who wait passively for luck to strike again. It also refers to impractical people who stick to one way of doing things only because it has worked for them once in the past. "Pure Water Has No Fish; Perfect People Have No Friends" Many versions of this historical tale exist. The one told here is about a 2nd century AD official sent to govern a far-flung outpost on the Silk Road who is fastidious in applying strict rules and thereby causes the local people to rebel against him. In the professional world, it is used to refer to people who do not like to work with an overly strict supervisor or colleague. Whether being used in a classroom or for self-study, Chinese Stories for Language Learners provides an educational and entertaining way for intermediate Mandarin learners to expand their vocabulary and understanding of the language.

Japanese Fairy Tales

Yei Theodora Ozaki

Author : Yei Theodora Ozaki
Publisher : BEYOND BOOKS HUB
Page : 190 pages
File Size : 55,7 Mb
Release : 2023-07-19
Category : Fiction
ISBN : 8210379456XXX

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Japanese Fairy Tales by Yei Theodora Ozaki Pdf

This collection of Japanese fairy tales is the outcome of a suggestion made to me indirectly through a friend by Mr. Andrew Lang. They have been translated from the modern version written by Sadanami Sanjin. These stories are not literal translations, and though the Japanese story and all quaint Japanese expressions have been faithfully preserved, they have been told more with the view to interest young readers of the West than the technical student of folk-lore. Grateful acknowledgment is due to Mr. Y. Yasuoka, Miss Fusa Okamoto, my brother Nobumori Ozaki, Dr. Yoshihiro Takaki, and Miss Kameko Yamao, who have helped me with translations. The story which I have named “The Story of the Man who did not Wish to Die” is taken from a little book written a hundred years ago by one Shinsui Tamenaga. It is named Chosei Furo, or “Longevity.” “The Bamboo-cutter and the Moon-child” is taken from the classic “Taketari Monogatari,” and is NOT classed by the Japanese among their fairy tales, though it really belongs to this class of literature. The pictures were drawn by Mr. Kakuzo Fujiyama, a Tokio artist. In telling these stories in English I have followed my fancy in adding such touches of local color or description as they seemed to need or as pleased me, and in one or two instances I have gathered in an incident from another version. At all times, among my friends, both young and old, English or American, I have always found eager listeners to the beautiful legends and fairy tales of Japan, and in telling them I have also found that they were still unknown to the vast majority, and this has encouraged me to write them for the children of the West...FROM THE BOOKS.

Intermediate Japanese Short Stories

Lingo Mastery

Author : Lingo Mastery
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 142 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2021-05-14
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 195194934X

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Intermediate Japanese Short Stories by Lingo Mastery Pdf

Are you on your way towards learning Japanese and need a new challenge? We're constantly trying to improve and master new skills, and the Japanese language is no exception. We have created the next level of Japanese stories for the students who have already surpassed the beginner level: Intermediate Japanese Short Stories! In this book we have compiled 10 challenging, compelling and fun stories that will allow you to expand your vocabulary and give you the tools to boost your grasp of the wonderful Japanese tongue.How Intermediate Japanese Short Stories works:?Each chapter possesses a funny, interesting and/or thought-provoking story based on real-life situations, allowing you to learn about the Japanese culture.?Having trouble understanding Japanese characters? No problem - despite being Intermediate Japanese, we have still included a romanization to help guide you through your learning process, just like in the beginner stories!?The summaries follow the story: a synopsis in Japanese and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to see if you understood what the tale was about. Use them if you're having trouble.?At the end of those summaries, you'll be provided with a list of the most relevant vocabulary involved in the lesson, as well as slang and sayings that you may not have understood at first glance! Don't get lost trying to understand or pronounce it all, either, as all of the vocabulary words are Romanized for your ease of learning!?Finally, you'll be provided with a set of tricky questions in Japanese, allowing you the chance to prove that you learned something in the story. Don't worry if you don't know the answer to any - we will provide them immediately after, but no cheating!We want you to feel comfortable while mastering the Japanese tongue; after all, no language should be a barrier for you to travel around the world and expand your social circles!So look no further! Pick up your copy of Intermediate Japanese Short Stories and level up your Japanese language learning right now!

Japanese Short Stories and Essays for Language Learners

Noboru Akuzawa

Author : Noboru Akuzawa
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 196 pages
File Size : 43,5 Mb
Release : 2021-08-09
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 9798543273173

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Japanese Short Stories and Essays for Language Learners by Noboru Akuzawa Pdf

As the title suggests, this book is a collection of short stories and essays for Japanese language learners. In creating this book, I have tried to cover as many different genres of topics as possible. Also, since there are already many reading materials and Japanese language learning materials based on folktales, this book covers contemporary and everyday topics. I have tried to include short stories that are as interesting, surprising, funny, emotional, or educational as possible. In addition, I have included small illustrations to help the reader visualize the story. You can start from the beginning and read in order, or you can start with a title or topic that interests you. I hope you will enjoy reading this book. The basic structure of each chapter is as follows ・Sentences with furigana（reading aid）・Sentences with English translations ・Vocabulary list ・Original Japanese text（without reading aid）・Questions and answers You can use this book in any way you like, but I recommend that you first read the sentences with the furigana and check the story in your own way. For words you don't know, check the vocabulary list and read to the end first. After that, it is a good idea to check the English translation, including all the details. In addition, this book includes the original Japanese text without furigana, so if you are interested, you can try this as well. At the end of each chapter, there are some simple questions to check your understanding.

Japanese Short Stories for Beginners

Lingo Mastery

Author : Lingo Mastery
Publisher : Easy Japanese Stories
Page : 260 pages
File Size : 51,9 Mb
Release : 2021-12-05
Category : Electronic
ISBN : 1951949463

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Japanese Short Stories for Beginners by Lingo Mastery Pdf

No language is easy to learn without reading - even if you know all of the rules and have watched the videos - you'll still have trouble. Diving into interesting material (such as stories) can be the difference between mastering a language and never leaving the basic level.For this reason, we have created another Japanese Short Stories for Beginners title to ensure you can acquire even more learning in this wonderful language that has opened up so many doors.Gain vocabulary that will help you better enjoy your shows and video games, meet interesting people and even land you the Japanese job of your dreams with our twenty easy-to-read and entertaining new stories!How Japanese Short Stories for Beginners works:?The book consists of twenty chapters: each with a funny, interesting and/or thought-provoking story based on real-life situations, allowing you to learn a lot about the culture.?Having trouble understanding Japanese characters at first glance? No problem - we provide you with an alternative chapter layout that contains the English translation below each paragraph, allowing you to fully grasp what you're reading!?The summaries follow each story - a synopsis in Japanese and in English of what you just read, both to review the lesson and for you to see if you understood what the tale was about. Use them if you're having trouble.?At the end of those summaries, you'll be provided with lists of the most relevant vocabulary involved in the lesson, as well as slang and sayings that you may not have understood at first glance! Don't get lost trying to understand or pronounce it all, either, as all of the vocabulary words are Romanized for your ease of learning and pronunciation!?Finally, you'll be provided with a set of tricky questions in Japanese, allowing you the chance to prove that you learned something in the story. Whether it's true or false, or if you're doing the single-answer questions, don't worry if you don't know how to solve them - we will provide the answers immediately after, but no cheating!

Learn Japanese with Stories #4: The Mouse Bride

Clay Boutwell,Yumi Boutwell

Author : Clay Boutwell,Yumi Boutwell
Publisher : Kotoba Inc
Page : 67 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2022-01-06
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : PKEY:6610000330492

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Learn Japanese with Stories #4: The Mouse Bride by Clay Boutwell,Yumi Boutwell Pdf

Unlock the Power of Contextual Learning with Authentic Japanese Folktales Mastering vocabulary through reading is one of the most effective ways to learn a language. With our book, you not only encounter words that pique your interest, but you also understand their usage in real-life contexts. To boost your learning, we've included sound files and a comprehensive Anki flashcard deck with all the vocabulary from our stories. About the Stories: ねずみの嫁入り (The Mouse's Marriage): Dive into this charming Japanese folktale where a mouse couple searches for the most formidable suitor for their daughter. They meet various candidates, each believed to be the most powerful, unraveling a delightful narrative on the quest for the perfect match. 一休さん (The Wise Monk Ikkyu): Explore the adventures of Ikkyu-san, a sage monk known for his sharp wit. When the shogun tests him with a seemingly impossible riddle involving a painted tiger, Ikkyu's ingenious response is both enlightening and entertaining. Designed for Upper Beginners: These stories cater to learners who are just starting to get comfortable with Japanese. The text includes kanji where commonly used, supplemented by furigana for easy reading. Sound files (accessible via a link in the back of the book) ensure you learn the correct pronunciation—available in both normal and slow speeds to aid comprehension. Bonus Content for Enhanced Learning: Sound Files: Enjoy two versions of each story, one narrated at a regular pace and the other slower for easier understanding. QR Codes: Quickly access audio streams by scanning QR codes located throughout the book with your smartphone, enhancing your reading experience with instant audio support. Anki Flashcard Deck: Reinforce your vocabulary with our included Anki deck, a powerful tool for memorizing and reviewing words effectively. Anki is a free app available on multiple platforms, perfect for structured language learning. Embark on a journey of language discovery and cultural exploration with our carefully crafted stories. Perfect for those looking to deepen their understanding of Japanese while enjoying the rich tapestry of its folklore.

Japanese Legends and Folklore

A.B. Mitford

Author : A.B. Mitford
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 426 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2019-03-26
Category : Literary Collections
ISBN : 9781462920716

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Japanese Legends and Folklore by A.B. Mitford Pdf

Japanese Legends and Folklore invites English speakers into the intriguing world of Japanese folktales, ghost stories and historical eyewitness accounts. With a fascinating selection of stories about Japanese culture and history, A.B. Mitford--who lived and worked in Japan as a British diplomat--presents a broad cross section of tales from many Japanese sources. Discover more about practically every aspect of Japanese life--from myths and legends to society and religion. This book features 30 fascinating Japanese stories, including: The Forty-Seven Ronin--the famous, epic tale of a loyal band of Samurai warriors who pay the ultimate price for avenging the honor of their fallen master. The Tongue-Cut Sparrow--a good-hearted old man is richly rewarded when he begs forgiveness from a sparrow who is injured by his spiteful, greedy wife. The Adventures of Little Peach Boy--a tale familiar to generations of Japanese children, a small boy born from a peach is adopted by a kindly childless couple. Japanese Sermons--a selection of sermons written by a priest belonging to the Shingaku sect, which combines Buddhist, Shinto and Confucian teachings. An Account of Hara-Kiri--Mitford's dramatic first person account of a ritual Samurai suicide, the first time it had been reported in English. Thirty-one reproductions of woodblock prints bring the classic tales and essays to life. These influential stories helped shape the West's understanding of Japanese culture. A new foreword by Professor Michael Dylan Foster sheds light on the book's importance as a groundbreaking work of Japanese folklore, literature and history.

Japanese Children's Favorite Stories

Florence Sakade

Author : Florence Sakade
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 112 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2014-02-04
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 4805312602

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Japanese Children's Favorite Stories by Florence Sakade Pdf

This colorfully illustrated multicultural children's book presents Japanese fairy tales and other folk stories—providing insight into a vibrant literary culture. For 60 years, generations of English-speaking children around the world have been enchanted by Japanese Children's Favorite Stories—and for good reason. With such titles as "The Toothpick Warriors" and "The Rabbit Who Crossed the Sea," these 20 stories offer age-old lessons in kindness and goodness that are still riveting to children and parents alike. This 60th Anniversary Tuttle edition is proof that good stories never wear out. In this treasure trove of much-beloved Japanese children's stories, you'll meet charming characters drawn from folklore and passed down for generations. These tales about playful goblins with long noses, walking statues, and a delightful hero who just happens to be one-inch tall speak of the virtues of honesty, humility and hard work. What better way for a parent to teach than through stories that thrill their children! Author Florence Sakade, a pioneer of English-language publishing in Japan, has compiled so many enchanting stories, readers will have a difficult time deciding which is their favorite. The sparking illustrations by Yoshisuke Kurosaki are a visual treat that readers of all ages will enjoy! His original and stylized watercolors bring to life the fascinating tales of fairy cranes, eel catchers, and singing turtles, among many others. These Japanese stories shine on every page and are sure to captivate your family as they have many others. The Children's Favorite Stories series was created to share the folktales and legends most beloved by children in the East with young readers of all backgrounds in the West. Other multicultural children's books in this series include: Asian Children's Favorite Stories, Indian Children's Favorite Stories, Indonesian Children's Favorite Stories, Singapore Children's Favorite Stories, Filipino Favorite Children's Stories, Favorite Children's Stories from China & Tibet, Chinese Children's Favorite Stories, Korean Children's Favorite Stories, Balinese Children's Favorite Stories, and Vietnamese Children's Favorite Stories.

Korean Stories For Language Learners

Julie Damron,EunSun You

Author : Julie Damron,EunSun You
Publisher : Tuttle Publishing
Page : 243 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2018-09-11
Category : Foreign Language Study
ISBN : 9781462920174

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Korean Stories For Language Learners by Julie Damron,EunSun You Pdf

The most enjoyable way to learn about an unfamiliar culture is through its stories--especially when they're told in two languages! Korean Stories for Language Learners introduces 42 traditional Korean folktales with bilingual Korean and English versions, presented on facing pages, together with detailed notes and exercises aimed at beginning learners of the language. The book can be used as a reader in first- and second-year Korean language courses or by anyone who wishes to learn about Korean folktales and traditional Korean culture. This elegantly illustrated volume is designed to help language learners expand their vocabulary and to develop a basic familiarity with Korean culture. The stories gradually increase in length and complexity throughout the book as the reader improves their vocabulary and understanding of the language. After the first few stories, the reader is asked to use the vocabulary in speaking and writing exercises. By reading these classic stories, they also are given a window into Korean culture and learn to appreciate the uniqueness of the country--which provides greater motivation to continue learning the difficult language. Cultural notes and discussion questions further reinforce one's understanding of the stories, and bolster one's language skills. Korean-English and English-Korean glossaries are included as well as an overview of the Korean Hangeul script. Audio recordings by native speakers help readers improve their pronunciation and inflection.

Under the Cherry Blossom Tree

Anonim

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Houghton Mifflin Harcourt
Page : 37 pages
File Size : 52,7 Mb
Release : 1997
Category : Juvenile Fiction
ISBN : 9780618556151

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Under the Cherry Blossom Tree by Anonim Pdf

A cherry tree growing from the top of the wicked landlord's head is the beginning of his misfortunes and a better life for the poor villagers.

Japanese Folktales For Language Learners

Japanese Folktales for Language Learners by Eriko Sato,Anna Sato Pdf

Japanese Stories for Language Learners by Anne McNulty,Eriko Sato Pdf

バイリンガルで読む日本の昔ばなし by Yuri Yasuda Pdf

Japanese Myths, Legends & Folktales by Yuri Yasuda Pdf

Japanese Language by Haruhiko Kindaichi Pdf

Chinese Stories for Language Learners by Vivian Ling,Peng Wang Pdf

Japanese Fairy Tales by Yei Theodora Ozaki Pdf

Intermediate Japanese Short Stories by Lingo Mastery Pdf

Japanese Short Stories and Essays for Language Learners by Noboru Akuzawa Pdf

Japanese Short Stories for Beginners by Lingo Mastery Pdf

Learn Japanese with Stories #4: The Mouse Bride by Clay Boutwell,Yumi Boutwell Pdf

Japanese Legends and Folklore by A.B. Mitford Pdf

Japanese Children's Favorite Stories by Florence Sakade Pdf

Korean Stories For Language Learners by Julie Damron,EunSun You Pdf

Under the Cherry Blossom Tree by Anonim Pdf

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