Language
A Dictionary of Japanese Buddhist Terms
by Hisao Inagaki
A vital resource for students of Buddhism and Japanese Culture, revised and expanded.
Chinese Proverbs and Popular Sayings
by Larry and Qin Herzberg
A collection of 600 proverbs in Chinese and English, capturing the enduring wisdom of China, for travelers and language students.
Japanese the Manga Way
by Wayne P. Lammers
A "real manga, real Japanese" study guide and resource for language students and teachers.
Womansword
by Kittredge Cherry
Thirty years after its first publication, Womansword remains a timely, provocative work on how words reflect on female roles in modern Japan.
A Glossary of Zen Terms
by Hisao Inagaki
Of special interest to scholars and students of Zen classics, a glossary of specialized vocabulary to aid understanding and practice.
Crazy for Kanji
by Eve Kushner
A passionate and playful guide to kanji that examines characters from every angle for an in-depth understanding.
Japaneseness
by Yoji Yamakuse
Can traditional Japanese life concepts--like loyalty, harmony, meticulousness--make sense in Western societies?
Sacred Sanskrit Words
by Leza Lowitz
A simple guide to over 160 key spiritual concepts behind yoga and other branches of Eastern wisdom.
Amy’s Guide to Best Behavior in Japan
by Amy Chavez
Going to Japan? This unfussy modern guide guarantees you keep it polite and get it right!
Easy and Fun Hiragana
by Kiyomi Ogawa & Orrin Cummins
Learn the basic Japanese syllabary from every angle: reading, writing, and real-world examples.
Kanji Box
by Shogo Oketani & Leza Lowitz
Japanese characters served up with histories and cultural clues to help you decorate your skin/body/life with just the right word!
Speak and Read Chinese
by Larry and Qin Herzberg
A handy supplement to studying characters in class or independently that teaches useful tricks for remembering words and tones.
Basic Patterns of Chinese Grammar
by Larry and Qin Herzberg
Speak and write with confidence while avoiding common mistakes!
Easy and Fun Katakana
by Kiyomi Ogawa & Orrin Cummins
Learn the second key Japanese syllabary from every angle: reading, writing, and real-world examples.
Kanji Pict-o-Graphix
by Michael Rowley
A visual delight, this bestselling, award-winning book makes a great classroom resource and a wonderful study aid.
Speak and Read Japanese
by Larry and Qin Herzberg
A handy supplement for learning 300 of the most common Japanese words, works with any textbook!