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A monthly Japanese magazine with audio and an AI-powered digital edition.

Live Interactive Japanese
JLPT N5–N3

Live Interactive Japanese

ライブ互動日本語

A Japanese-learning monthly centred on everyday conversation, Japanese culture and language-learning units, for beginner to lower-intermediate learners. It covers listening, speaking, reading and writing: conversation units train listening and speaking, writing and grammar units strengthen the basics, and reading articles build reading skills, with key words, example sentences, common patterns and notes in every unit.

  • Fun topics on food, travel and leisure, plus travel information, festivals and customs, classic Japanese stories, idioms and cultural background
  • Suited to second-foreign-language courses, Japanese clubs, cultural activities and self-study
  • Teacher support: conversation audio, culture worksheets and activity tasks
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Books

Self-study books for Japanese, from first steps to JLPT preparation, and handy pocket books.

Japanese pocket books

Handy Illustrated Japanese Vocabulary (Pocket Book, AI Learning Edition)
JLPT N5–N3

Handy Illustrated Japanese Vocabulary (Pocket Book, AI Learning Edition)

一本在手 超實用日語圖解單字(口袋書)(AI學習版)

About 2,000 practical words in 11 everyday themes—Japanese culture, food, fashion, home, sport, transport, accommodation and nature—with photos, illustrations and pitch accents, plus 28 situational dialogues.

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Handy Japanese for Travelling in Japan (Pocket Book)
JLPT N5–N3

Handy Japanese for Travelling in Japan (Pocket Book)

一本在手 日語零基礎暢玩日本(口袋書)

About 200 travel phrase sets in seven situations and 32 units, from airports and transport to dining, shopping, sightseeing and emergencies. Each phrase has romaji, swap-in words and two likely replies.

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Handy Japanese for Eating Your Way Around Japan (Pocket Book)

Handy Japanese for Eating Your Way Around Japan (Pocket Book)

一本在手 用日語吃遍日本美食(口袋書)

More than 400 dishes and the food culture behind them, from breakfast and school lunches to New Year dishes, station bento and festival food. Illustrated vocabulary, short readings and ordering dialogues build basic Japanese.

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Illustrated Super-Short Japanese Phrases (Pocket Book)

Illustrated Super-Short Japanese Phrases (Pocket Book)

圖解實用日語極短句(口袋書)

220 short, natural phrases for everyday conversation in five situations and 22 units. Each phrase comes with notes on when to use it, two examples and an illustrated practice dialogue.

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Everyday Japanese Idioms (Pocket Book)

Everyday Japanese Idioms (Pocket Book)

聽懂日本人最常說的生活日語慣用語(口袋書)

122 common Japanese idioms in five themes, including animals, attitudes, relationships, customs and values. Each idiom is explained with its origin, a colour illustration, example sentences and related cultural notes.

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Illustrated Everyday Japanese Vocabulary (Pocket Book)

Illustrated Everyday Japanese Vocabulary (Pocket Book)

生活日語圖解單字王 (口袋書)

About 1,800 words in 14 categories and 88 topics, each topic followed by a short dialogue, plus 22 light readings on Japanese culture and etiquette.

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Complete Illustrated Japanese Vocabulary for Daily Life (Pocket Book)

Complete Illustrated Japanese Vocabulary for Daily Life (Pocket Book)

生活日語全集中圖解日語單字(口袋書)

More than 4,000 words in seven themes and 28 units—food, fashion, home, travel, sport, leisure and the world—with full-colour photos, romaji and Chinese translations.

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Classic Japanese Folk Tales (Pocket Book)
JLPT N5–N3

Classic Japanese Folk Tales (Pocket Book)

日本經典故事選(口袋書)

18 well-known Japanese folk tales, such as The Grateful Crane, Issun-bōshi and Yuki-onna, retold at JLPT N5–N3 level in short sections with furigana and a facing Chinese translation, followed by key words and grammar notes.

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Illustrated Japanese Colloquial Expressions (Pocket Book)

Illustrated Japanese Colloquial Expressions (Pocket Book)

日文圖解生活口語(口袋書)

Pocket edition of about 1,100 idioms, proverbs, slang and internet expressions in 14 units about daily life and people, with origins, usage notes, example sentences, colour pictures and romaji.

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Speak Travel Japanese in 3 Seconds (Pocket Book)

Speak Travel Japanese in 3 Seconds (Pocket Book)

3秒開口說旅遊日語（口袋書）

Basic phrases for the five most common travel situations—shopping, accommodation, restaurants, asking directions and small talk—in 136 units, illustrated by Japanese teacher Iku. Every sentence has romaji split by syllable, so learners who cannot read kana can still speak, or simply point to the page.

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Illustrated Useful Japanese Daily Vocabulary (Pocket Book)

Illustrated Useful Japanese Daily Vocabulary (Pocket Book)

圖解日語單字王(口袋書)

1,300 everyday words in 12 categories and 72 topics with hand-drawn colour illustrations, plus 72 dialogues with notes and 18 short readings on Japanese culture.

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4000 Useful Japanese Sentences for Daily Use (Pocket Book)

4000 Useful Japanese Sentences for Daily Use (Pocket Book)

臨時一定要會的日語4000句(口袋書)

About 4,000 practical sentences in 13 themes and 72 units, from greetings and small talk to dining, shopping, transport, leisure, work and school. Suggested replies, plain and polite alternatives and short explanations are included.

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Illustrated Japanese Words and Conversations for Every Day (Pocket Book)

Illustrated Japanese Words and Conversations for Every Day (Pocket Book)

彩繪圖解日本語(口袋書)

Pocket edition with 85 everyday scenes in four parts—culture and festivals, home, the city, and travel and leisure—shown in full-colour illustrations with dialogues and short notes on Japanese life; more than 2,000 words.

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Your First Book for Learning Basic Japanese (Pocket Book)

Your First Book for Learning Basic Japanese (Pocket Book)

日語必學50音+句型+會話（口袋書）

Pocket edition of Japanese teacher Iku's kana course: hiragana and katakana with stroke order, pronunciation tips, illustrated words and writing practice, followed by basic sentence patterns for conversation.

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The Key Words for JLPT N5–N3 (Pocket Book)
JLPT N5–N3

The Key Words for JLPT N5–N3 (Pocket Book)

新日檢N5~N3 單字王(口袋書)

Nearly 3,000 words for the JLPT N5 to N3, each with its kanji or loanword source, Chinese translation, pitch accent, part of speech, synonyms, antonyms, derived words and example sentences matched to the level.

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Japanese learning

JLPT N2–N1 Key Vocabulary
JLPT N2–N1

JLPT N2–N1 Key Vocabulary

合格必備！新日檢N2～N1關鍵單字

3,000 high-frequency words for the JLPT N2 and N1, sorted by level and part of speech in kana order. Every entry gives the pitch accent, part of speech, Chinese translation, example sentences and related words, and each level ends with review tests modelled on the exam.

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Everyday Japanese Phrases for Chatting with Japanese People (AI Learning Edition)
JLPT N5–N3

Everyday Japanese Phrases for Chatting with Japanese People (AI Learning Edition)

跟日本人聊天一定用得上的日語好用句(AI學習版)

More than 2,000 everyday phrases, replies and notes in 10 themes and 60 units, from greetings and small talk to home life, dining, shopping, transport, leisure, work and emergencies. Plain and polite forms are marked for different listeners, with short notes on cultural nuance.

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Travel Japanese Essentials: Illustrated Vocabulary and Conversations (AI Learning Edition)
JLPT N5–N3

Travel Japanese Essentials: Illustrated Vocabulary and Conversations (AI Learning Edition)

旅遊日語必備 圖解單字+情境會話(AI學習版)

40 travel units in five themes: travel experiences, city guides, food, festivals and traditional culture. Each unit starts with an illustrated word scene, then gives short, lively phrases for real situations and background notes on Japanese language and culture.

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Once Upon a Time: Learn Japanese through Japanese Folk Tales
JLPT N4–N3

Once Upon a Time: Learn Japanese through Japanese Folk Tales

從前、從前 閱讀日本民間故事學日語

25 Japanese folk tales in four types—myths and legends, fables, humorous tales and fantasy—written in simple Japanese with a facing Chinese translation and colourful illustrations. Key words, grammar patterns and expressions are highlighted to build reading skills and an understanding of Japanese culture.

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Basic Japanese 1: Pronunciation, Vocabulary, Grammar and Conversation (AI Learning Edition)
JLPT N5

Basic Japanese 1: Pronunciation, Vocabulary, Grammar and Conversation (AI Learning Edition)

基礎日本語1 發音+單字+文法+會話(AI學習版)

A first coursebook for complete beginners. It starts with hiragana, katakana and pronunciation rules, then moves on to lessons built around everyday situations, each with key words, a dialogue, grammar patterns, exercises and cultural notes.

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Must-Know Japanese for Travelling in Japan (AI Learning Edition)
JLPT N5–N3

Must-Know Japanese for Travelling in Japan (AI Learning Edition)

日本旅遊 一定要會的日語(AI學習版)

170 practical phrase sets for trips to Japan, arranged in seven situations and 32 units: airports, transport, accommodation, dining, shopping, sightseeing and emergencies. Each phrase comes with romaji, swap-in words and two likely replies, plus illustrated vocabulary and travel tips.

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Japanese Conversation for Travel and Social Life (AI Learning Edition)
JLPT N5–N3

Japanese Conversation for Travel and Social Life (AI Learning Edition)

觀光旅遊X生活社交 一定用得上的日語會話(AI學習版)

90 real-life conversations in 30 units across two themes: travel (flights, transport, hotels, ordering, shopping, sightseeing) and social life (introductions, interests, encouragement, thanks). Dialogues come with Chinese translations, key vocabulary, grammar and expression notes, and cultural extras.

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All-in-One Illustrated Japanese Dictionary (AI Learning Edition)

All-in-One Illustrated Japanese Dictionary (AI Learning Edition)

オールインワン 全方位情境式日語圖解字典(AI學習版)

More than 2,000 everyday Japanese words in 15 themes—food, travel, fashion, sport, transport, leisure, nature and more—taught through photos and illustrated scenes. 40 situational dialogues, filmed with native speakers, put the words to use.

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JLPT N5–N3 Key Vocabulary
JLPT N5–N3

JLPT N5–N3 Key Vocabulary

合格必備！新日檢N5~N3關鍵單字

3,000 essential words for the JLPT N5, N4 and N3, sorted by level and part of speech in kana order. Every entry gives the pitch accent, part of speech, Chinese translation, examples and related words, and each level ends with exam-style review tests.

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Basic Japanese 2: Vocabulary, Grammar and Conversation
JLPT N5

Basic Japanese 2: Vocabulary, Grammar and Conversation

基礎日本語2 單字+文法+會話

The second beginner coursebook, with ten lessons built around everyday situations. Each lesson combines key words, a dialogue, grammar patterns and cultural notes, and a final review test covers the whole book.

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Enjoy Japan in Japanese: Food, Travel and Everyday Conversation
JLPT N5–N3

Enjoy Japan in Japanese: Food, Travel and Everyday Conversation

用日語暢遊日本 吃美食X瘋旅遊X實用會話

20 topics on travel and daily life—ordering food, places to stay, sights, trains, hotpot parties and sport—taught with illustrated vocabulary and natural conversations. Every unit has three filmed dialogues and notes on Japanese culture.

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Essential Beginner Japanese Grammar, Explained
JLPT N5–N4

Essential Beginner Japanese Grammar, Explained

初級日語必備文法歸納解析

A systematic guide to beginner grammar for learners who know kana: verb groups, te-forms, adjectives, adverbs, particles and easily confused patterns. Each point has a model sentence, a clear explanation and everyday examples, with practice at the end of each unit.

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Illustrated Japanese Vocabulary for Working at Japanese Companies
JLPT N4–N3

Illustrated Japanese Vocabulary for Working at Japanese Companies

圖解表列日商公司最常用日語單字

Business and everyday words for people working at, or applying to, Japanese companies, in 10 themes and 41 units: job hunting, the office, communication, meetings, company operations, business travel, dining and health care. Words are taught through pictures, examples and tables, with JLPT-style quizzes.

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Enjoy Japan in Japanese: Travel Conversations and City Guides

Enjoy Japan in Japanese: Travel Conversations and City Guides

用日語暢遊日本 日語旅遊會話＋日本城市導讀

Two parts in one book: situational Japanese for 12 travel settings, from the airport and subway to convenience stores, ramen shops and theme parks, and short reading guides to eight cities, including Kyoto, Osaka, Tokyo and Hokkaido.

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The Basic Japanese Grammar Course You Need

The Basic Japanese Grammar Course You Need

你最需要的日語基礎文法課

21 lessons of core grammar by LiveABC's Japanese editor-in-chief Yurika, each with a video explanation, sentence-writing practice and a quiz. Designed for short sessions of about ten minutes a day, five days a week.

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21st Century Illustrated Japanese Dictionary (New Expanded Edition)

21st Century Illustrated Japanese Dictionary (New Expanded Edition)

21世紀情境式日語圖解字典(全新增訂版)

1,800 everyday words in 14 categories and 88 illustrated topics, from home and school to cities and restaurants, plus 88 dialogues and 22 short readings on Japanese culture. Comes with a bonus illustrated booklet on Japanese food.

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Business Japanese in Action: Phone Calls, Business Writing and Presentations

Business Japanese in Action: Phone Calls, Business Writing and Presentations

職場日語實戰力：電話X商務文書X簡報

Workplace Japanese for professionals in three areas: business phone calls, business documents and emails, and presentations. Light-hearted video dialogues, model letters, useful phrases, workplace tips and end-of-unit quizzes build practical skills.

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Illustrated Everyday Japanese Expressions

Illustrated Everyday Japanese Expressions

圖解日本人最常用的生活口語

About 800 idioms, slang words and buzzwords that Japanese people use every day, grouped under work, school and daily life in 14 units. Each comes with its origin, usage, example sentences and a colour picture; romaji helps beginners read them aloud.

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Workplace Japanese Ready to Use: Keigo, Business Etiquette and Office Conversation

Workplace Japanese Ready to Use: Keigo, Business Etiquette and Office Conversation

職場日語即戰力：敬語X對話禮儀X辦公室會話

For learners working at, or heading to, Japanese companies: basic keigo (polite, respectful and humble language), business etiquette such as exchanging business cards and visiting clients, and everyday office conversation. Each unit has video dialogues, notes on Japanese workplace culture and a quiz.

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JLPT N3 Complete Guide: Practice Tests and Explanations
JLPT N3

JLPT N3 Complete Guide: Practice Tests and Explanations

一本合格！JLPT日檢完全攻略(試題+解析)N3

Three-step preparation for the JLPT N3: 500 high-frequency key words, three full practice tests modelled on the official sample questions, and detailed explanations with a translation for every question.

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JLPT N4 Complete Guide: Practice Tests and Explanations
JLPT N4

JLPT N4 Complete Guide: Practice Tests and Explanations

一本合格！JLPT日檢完全攻略(試題+解析)N4

Three-step preparation for the JLPT N4: 500 high-frequency key words, three full practice tests modelled on the official sample questions, and detailed explanations with a translation for every question.

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JLPT N5 Complete Guide: Practice Tests and Explanations
JLPT N5

JLPT N5 Complete Guide: Practice Tests and Explanations

一本合格！JLPT日檢完全攻略(試題+解析)N5

Three-step preparation for the JLPT N5: 400 high-frequency key words, three full practice tests modelled on the official sample questions, and detailed explanations with a translation for every question.

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Illustrated Japanese Colloquial Expressions, Compiled by Japanese Teachers

Illustrated Japanese Colloquial Expressions, Compiled by Japanese Teachers

日語老師為你整理的圖解日語口語

About 1,100 idioms, proverbs, slang and internet expressions in 14 units about daily life and people, each with its origin, usage notes, example sentences and a colour picture. Romaji helps beginners read them aloud.

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Illustrated Japanese Words and Conversations for Every Day

Illustrated Japanese Words and Conversations for Every Day

生活情境日語圖解大百科

More than 2,000 words and 85 situational conversations in four parts: culture and festivals, home, the city, and travel and leisure. Every unit opens with a detailed illustration and closes with a short note on Japanese life and customs.

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College textbooks

Japanese courses for second-language classes at universities and high schools.

Live Interactive Japanese: Intro
JLPT N5

Live Interactive Japanese: Intro

互動日本語 基礎

A two-book Japanese course written by LiveABC's Japanese editorial team that builds listening, speaking, reading and writing through video, illustrations and plenty of practice, for classroom teaching or self-study. Each book has 10 lessons, and every lesson includes vocabulary, a conversation with live-action video, sentence patterns and drills, integrated skills practice, extension learning and exercises that help with exam preparation.

  • Two books: Intro 1 and Intro 2, each with interactive learning software (MP3 audio included) and a supplementary booklet
  • Works with the LiveABC smart pen for learning on the go
  • Teacher support for class orders: weekly quizzes, teacher’s guide, test-bank disc and teaching slides
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Dokodemo Japanese: Everyday Situations
JLPT N5–N4

Dokodemo Japanese: Everyday Situations

生活情境 ドコデモ日本語

A four-book series co-written by LiveABC and university professors of Japanese, planned for JLPT N5–N4 with 10–14 lessons per book. Each lesson builds conversation, pattern practice and grammar explanations around core sentence patterns, with the goal of communicating in Japanese quickly, and a "Japanese Culture" column in parallel Chinese and Japanese brings learners closer to Japanese culture.

  • Four books: Books 1–2 (N5, newly revised editions) and Books 3–4 (N4)
  • Each book comes with MP3 audio; scan the QR code to listen online in the web app
  • Teacher support: teacher’s guide, test-bank disc and teaching slides for Books 1–2; answer files for Books 3–4
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