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ReviewsCHEAT SHEET - PERFECT SIZE - EASY TO UNDERSTAND - PACKED WITH USEFUL PHRASESI am moving to Japan and this little "cheat sheet" will be in my purse. It's the perfect size, easy to understand and packed with useful phrases.~ HG, Customer, United StatesEXTENSIVEIt's very extensive, with everything you would want to know how to say to get around and be respectful. Get one if you can!~ PR, Customer, United StatesEASY . . . EASY REFERENCE - EASY TO TAKE WITH YOUThis is an easy reference that can be taken with you around town.~ CL, Customer, United StatesUSE THE LANGUAGE MAP, BECOME MORE COMFORTABLE SPEAKINGThe more I used this guide the more comfortable I became actually speaking Japanese.~ Customer, United StatesHELPED WITH 1ST TRIP, TAKING IT AGAINThis Language Map helped us greatly on our first visit with the little questions, answers and bits of courtesy needed in any language. We will bring it with us again for a quick reference on the details we will inevitably forget.~ RC, Customer, United States
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SynopsisA trip to Japan is fascinating. Its rich culture and ancient traditions are elegant and enchanting. Whether you're on vacation or traveling on business, you'll want the local language in your pocket and JAPANESE a language map is the answer This unique guide will cover all your language needs. There's even a section for the essential Japanese signs you'll see during your travels, making it easy to find your way around. With the Japanese language at your fingertips, you'll be comfortable making reservations and dining out. Being polite by saying "please" (kudasai) and "hello" (konnichiwa) will be easy and fun. Now with a new section, "Phone, Mail & Internet", you'll have the words for laptop, tablet, SIM card and more. You won't miss a beat sharing your stories online with friends and family. Finding an internet caf , free wifi, or an adapter for your mobile devices will be so much easier with JAPANESE a language map in your bag. Light-weight and durable, take this Language Map everywhere you roam--from the bustling Ginza in Tokyo to the beautiful Snow Festival in Sapporo. Hundreds of words and phrases you'll need most. Divided into key categories such as Asking Questions, Dining Out, Meeting People, Shopping, Telephone, Internet, Sightseeing, Transportation and much more. Unique snap-open and fold design. Pronunciation is easy with simple phonetics. Ultra-thin (barely 1/8" thick) and light-weight (under two ounces). Laminated for durability. Folds up like a map to slip easily into your pocket or bag. Full color, original artwork. *Text/Link Kristine K. Kershul blends her experience as a teacher, world traveler and language scholar to create a playful, innovative way to learn and use a new language. Teacher: As an expert linguist, Kristine spent ten years teaching German at universities in the United States and in Europe. World Traveler: An adventurous spirit, Kristine has explored more than 100 countries, from Bhutan to Zimbabwe, and almost every exotic locale in between. She understands the problems that all travelers encounter, regardless of which country they are visiting. She knows first-hand how languages can open doors to new adventures, new friends and different cultures. Language Scholar: Kristine completed her undergraduate and graduate studies while living in Heidelberg, Germany. She then received a second Master's Degree from the University of California in Santa Barbara and subsequently, did her Doctoral studies in Medieval German Languages and Literature. In addition to German, she also speaks a number of other languages ranging from Arabic to Swahili. A Colorful Background: Kristine's fascination for languages began as a child growing up in a tri-lingual household in Oregon, where Croatian, Danish and English were spoken. Kristine's natural gift for languages opened doors outside the academic world. She worked as a bilingual travel guide in Europe and later, as a translator at the U.S. Embassy in Germany. On A Personal Note: Kristine's passion for travel, foreign languages and new cultures continues to take her around the world. One never knows where she'll venture to next - Namibia, Laos or Guyana. Kristine is a licensed pilot, a certified diver and an avid downhill skier. She enjoys competitive horseback riding and playing the piano. She makes her home in both Seattle, Washington and in Cape Town, South Africa., A trip to Japan is fascinating. Its rich culture and ancient traditions are elegant and enchanting. Whether you're on vacation or traveling on business, you'll want the local language in your pocket and "JAPANESE a language map " is the answer This unique guide will cover all your language needs. There's even a section for the essential Japanese signs you'll see during your travels, making it easy to find your way around. With the Japanese language at your fingertips, you'll be comfortable making reservations and dining out. Being polite by saying "please" (kudasai) and "hello" (konnichiwa) will be easy and fun. Now with a new section, "Phone, Mail & Internet", you'll have the words for laptop, tablet, SIM card and more. You won't miss a beat sharing your stories online with friends and family. Finding an internet caf , free wifi, or an adapter for your mobile devices will be so much easier with "JAPANESE a language map " in your bag. Light-weight and durable, take this "Language Map" everywhere you roam--from the bustling Ginza in Tokyo to the beautiful Snow Festival in Sapporo. Hundreds of words and phrases you'll need most. Divided into key categories such as Asking Questions, Dining Out, Meeting People, Shopping, Telephone, Internet, Sightseeing, Transportation and much more. Unique snap-open and fold design. Pronunciation is easy with simple phonetics. Ultra-thin (barely 1/8" thick) and light-weight (under two ounces). Laminated for durability. Folds up like a map to slip easily into your pocket or bag. Full color, original artwork., A trip to Japan is fascinating. Its rich culture and ancient traditions are elegant and enchanting. Whether you're on vacation or traveling on business, you'll want the local language in your pocket and "JAPANESE a language map" is the answer! This unique guide will cover all your language needs. There's even a section for the essential Japanese signs you'll see during your travels, making it easy to find your way around. With the Japanese language at your fingertips, you'll be comfortable making reservations and dining out. Being polite by saying "please" (kudasai) and "hello" (konnichiwa) will be easy and fun. Now with a new section, "Phone, Mail & Internet", you'll have the words for laptop, tablet, SIM card and more. You won't miss a beat sharing your stories online with friends and family. Finding an internet café, free wifi, or an adapter for your mobile devices will be so much easier with "JAPANESE a language map" in your bag. Light-weight and durable, take this "Language Map" everywhere you roam--from the bustling Ginza in Tokyo to the beautiful Snow Festival in Sapporo. Hundreds of words and phrases you'll need most. Divided into key categories such as Asking Questions, Dining Out, Meeting People, Shopping, Telephone, Internet, Sightseeing, Transportation and much more. Unique snap-open and fold design. Pronunciation is easy with simple phonetics. Ultra-thin (barely 1/8" thick) and light-weight (under two ounces). Laminated for durability. Folds up like a map to slip easily into your pocket or bag. Full color, original artwork. *Text/Link Kristine K. Kershul blends her experience as a teacher, world traveler and language scholar to create a playful, innovative way to learn and use a new language. Teacher: As an expert linguist, Kristine spent ten years teaching German at universities in the United States and in Europe. World Traveler: An adventurous spirit, Kristine has explored more than 100 countries, from Bhutan to Zimbabwe, and almost every exotic locale in between. She understands the problems that all travelers encounter, regardless of which country they are visiting. She knows first-hand how languages can open doors to new adventures, new friends and different cultures. Language Scholar: Kristine completed her undergraduate and graduate studies while living in Heidelberg, Germany. She then received a second Master's Degree from the University of California in Santa Barbara and subsequently, did her Doctoral studies in Medieval German Languages and Literature. In addition to German, she also speaks a number of other languages ranging from Arabic to Swahili. A Colorful Background: Kristine's fascination for languages began as a child growing up in a tri-lingual household in Oregon, where Croatian, Danish and English were spoken. Kristine's natural gift for languages opened doors outside the academic world. She worked as a bilingual travel guide in Europe and later, as a translator at the U.S. Embassy in Germany. On A Personal Note: Kristine's passion for travel, foreign languages and new cultures continues to take her around the world. One never knows where she'll venture to next - Namibia, Laos or Guyana. Kristine is a licensed pilot, a certified diver and an avid downhill skier. She enjoys competitive horseback riding and playing the piano. She makes her home in both Seattle, Washington and in Cape Town, South Africa.