Makoto Magazine 91 for Learners of Japanese

di Clay Boutwell (Autore)

Yumi Boutwell (Autore)

Clay Boutwell, 2025

Makoto Japanese Language & Culture Magazine Issue 91 (September 2025) Fun, culturally rich reading and listening practice for learners of Japanese Makoto is a monthly digital magazine for beginner to lower-intermediate learners of Japanese. Each issue features short articles, cultural notes, language lessons, jokes, and native-audio recordings—designed to make learning fun, immersive, and memorable. In this issue (September 2025, Issue 91): This month's theme is the gentle turning of the seasons—from late-summer cicadas to the first crisp autumn breezes. Settle in with cultural deep-dives, language lessons, and the timeless folktale Tsuru no Ongaeshi ("The Crane's Return of Gratitude"), one of Japan's most beloved traditional stories. Highlights include: Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns – lighthearted fun to keep learning fresh Vocabulary Spotlight: ?????? ("to eagerly look forward to something") Prefecture Spotlight: Shiga – Lake Biwa, ninja history, Omi beef, and more Etymology Deep Dive: ???? – from Heian court poetry to modern pampering Anime Phrase of the Day: A fearless line from Fist of the North Star (Hokuto no Ken) Onomatopoeia: The sounds of late summer—cicadas, fireworks, and fading breezes Haiku Spotlight: Akutagawa Ryunosuke – a glimpse into the literary master's seasonal verse Kanji Focus: ? (electricity; power) Grammar Time!: ~?? (if; in the case of) explained with clear examples Japanese Readers: Beginner: A short September-themed story Intermediate: Tsuru no Ongaeshi – fully annotated with vocabulary, grammar, and cultural notes Includes: 65-page PDF and ePub formats 29 MP3 audio files (normal and slow speed) 1 Anki flashcard deck (beginner story vocabulary) Scan-and-listen QR codes for quick mobile access Integration with Makoto+ Sentence Explorer for the intermediate reading Perfect for learners who love Japanese culture and want engaging, real-world content. Use it to build vocabulary, sharpen listening skills, and enjoy the language in all its seasonal beauty.

• Autore: Clay Boutwell, Yumi Boutwell
• Anno edizione: 2025
• Editore: Clay Boutwell
• Formato: EPUB3 con DRMFREE
• Lingua: Inglese
• Compatibilità: Tutti i dispositivi (eccetto Kindle)
• Layout: Reflowable
• EAN: 9798231990757