Practical Japanese: Basic Expressions for Living and Travel | Beginner Japanese Textbook

Planning a trip to Japan or getting ready to live there? Practical Japanese is a beginner-friendly self-study book focused on the words and expressions you are most likely to use in everyday situations.

The book introduces essential vocabulary, simple grammar, and short model conversations for situations such as introducing yourself, asking for directions, checking prices and times, ordering from a menu, making requests, and explaining that you feel unwell.

Its 27 lessons are designed to be completed in about one hour each, allowing you to work through the book in approximately one month. Explanations are written in English, and Japanese words and sentences include romaji, so you can begin studying even if you have not yet learned hiragana or katakana.

The introduction also covers useful kanji and katakana commonly seen at airports, train stations, shops, restaurants, and other places around Japan.

A practical starting point for travelers, new residents, and anyone who wants to communicate in simple Japanese with more confidence.