<DIV>In the intermediate level of this highly-acclaimed new series, learners will continue to study Japanese through an engaging storyline which slowly unfolds over the arc of the text, keeping things interesting and adding the motivation needed to master new material. The emphasis in <i>Intermediate Japanese</i> is on real-life situations drawn from contemporary Japanese culture and authentic written, visual and oral materials embedded in the lessons.<br><br>Available in both hardcover and paperback, <i>Intermediate Japanese</i> includes an accompanying audio disc, and free web-based multimedia resources with additional exercises. A separate Workbook is available with corresponding one-of-a-kind practice activities.<br><br>What makes this series so popular?<br><br><ul><li><BR>* The focus is very visual. Manga-style story pages, vocabulary photos and website features help you learn.<li><BR>* Authentic written, visual, and oral materials are embedded very naturally throughout the book.<li><BR>* Independent learners and classroom students alike will find this an accessible and upbeat way to master contemporary Japanese.<li><BR> Kanji characters get the focus! They're taught as an integral part of learning Japanese spoken vocabulary, rather than separately. By the end of this book, learners will have mastered 150 additional kanji, for a cumulative total of 300 kanji!</ul></div>