This book presents a systematic and comprehensive overview of the two kana systems needed to read and write Japanese. With expanded writing and preparation space, this revised edition offers ample provisions for practice, review, and self-testing at several levels. It also includes a detailed reference section explaining the origin and function of kana and the various kana combinations.

Complete with a detailed pronunciation guide, this volume will prove invaluable for beginning students or those accustomed to romanized Japanese.

Author Bio:

Kenneth G. Henshall is a professor of Japanese at the University of Canterbury, New Zealand. He is well knwon for his translatios of Japanese literature and books on Japanese history and society.

Tetsuo Takagaki is the author of a number of publications on Japanese language and linguistics.