Japanese Kanji & Kana

Language oOne of the best modern texts. Highly recommended.o uThe Japan Times This new edition of the widely acclaimed reference classic now reflects the recent update of the Japanese governmentAEs official Joyo kanji list. What makes this guide the leader? A readable, detail-rich guide to all aspects of the Japanese writing system. It explains the kanji and kanaAEs history, orthography, and usage, as well as guides to writing, punctuation, romanization, and how to use Japanese dictionaries and reference books. For all 2,136 Joyo kanji, here are their officially recognized readings, most important definitions, and up to 5 useful compounds. And for maximum use to learners, the compounds use only kanji that have been introduced earlier. 19 essential tables, summarizing key infoufrom the 214 historical radicals, to the rules for determining a kanjiAEs radical, to the derivation of kana. oA helpful guide for anyone who needs to use kanji.o uMainichi Daily News