Nakama 1B : Introductory Japanese Communication, Culture, Context (International Edition)

Nakama 1 is a complete, flexible introductory program designed to present the fundamentals of the Japanese language to college students.

Presented in two parts, Nakama 1a and Nakama 1b, the program focuses on proficiency-based language learning, emphasizes practical communication and student interaction, and fosters the development of all four language skills and cultural awareness.

Thematically organized chapters focus on high-frequency communicative situations and introduce students to the Japanese language and its three writing systems: hiragana, katakana, and kanji.

Maintaining the program?s balanced approach, the new edition features updated technology resources, new authentic art, and practical, contemporary vocabulary to enhance both teaching and learning.