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Colloquial Kansai Japanese - (Tuttle Language Library) by D C Palter & Kaoru Slotsve (Paperback)
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Highlights
- This is a compact and convenient guide to learning the Kansai dialect of the Japanese language Maido, maido and welcome to the Kansai region of western Japan.
- About the Author: D.C. Palter resided in Kobe and Tokyo working as a fiction editor for the Abiko Quarterly before moving to Los Angeles.
- 176 Pages
- Foreign Language Study, Japanese
- Series Name: Tuttle Language Library
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About the Book
The Kansai region of Western Japan includes the cities of Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe.Book Synopsis
This is a compact and convenient guide to learning the Kansai dialect of the Japanese language Maido, maido and welcome to the Kansai region of western Japan. Whether visiting or living in this area, you will quickly notice the locals aren't speaking standard Japanese taught in textbooks and classrooms. The language on the streets is Kansai-ben: a dialect said to be earthier and more direct, but with its own polite language. With clear explanations of grammar, a Kansai-ben dictionary, and a helpful index, Colloquial Kansai Japanese is an indispensable guide to the rich speech of Kyoto, Osaka and Kobe. Hundreds of sample phrases, sentences and conversations show how the dialect works in everyday situations, ranging from shopping to dealing with the boss. And while you're leaning about the nuances of Kansai-ben, you will have fun reading about Kansai cuisine, sports and specialties. So open your mouth when you speak, roll your r's, and try out this colorful dialect. With your copy of Colloquial Kansai Japanese, you will soon be among friends in Kansai.About the Author
D.C. Palter resided in Kobe and Tokyo working as a fiction editor for the Abiko Quarterly before moving to Los Angeles. Kaoru Slotsve lived in Kansai most of her life before recently moving to the United States.Dimensions (Overall): 7.9 Inches (H) x 5.2 Inches (W) x .6 Inches (D)
Weight: .55 Pounds
Suggested Age: 22 Years and Up
Number of Pages: 176
Genre: Foreign Language Study
Sub-Genre: Japanese
Series Title: Tuttle Language Library
Publisher: Tuttle Publishing
Format: Paperback
Author: D C Palter & Kaoru Slotsve
Language: English
Street Date: February 15, 2006
TCIN: 82940598
UPC: 9780804837231
Item Number (DPCI): 247-08-4973
Origin: Made in the USA or Imported
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