Gives the learner an understanding of how kanji are used in contemporary Japanese by providing instant access to a wealth of information on the meanings, readings and compounds for frequently used kanji. This book features: 772 more kanji included, making a total of 3,002; and kana used throughout, in accordance with modern teaching requirements.

A revised and expanded edition of the compact yet detailed Japanese dictionary.

"Up-to-date, reliable, and easy to use … this beautifully designed dictionary meets the needs of a wide range of Japanese language learners."—Y.-H. Tohsaku, President, American Association of Teachers of Japanese



"A must for those who wish to overcome the obstacles posed by the study of kanji … an excellent tool that allows even beginners to look up kanji with ease."—Akito Ozaki, President, The Society for Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language