On this page you’ll find my recommended list of Japanese textbooks and other resources to help you learn Japanese.
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Genki
The Genki series is the most popular Japanese textbooks for self-study or classroom learning
White Rabbit Japan
- Genki I – Textbook (White Rabbit Japan)
- Genki I – Workbook (White Rabbit Japan)
- Genki II – Textbook (White Rabbit Japan)
- Genki II – Workbook (White Rabbit Japan)
- Genki I & II Answer Booklet (White Rabbit Japan)
Japanese For Busy People
Japanese for Busy People are the most popular Japanese textbooks for full-time workers or people with little free time.
Japanese Grammar Dictionaries
Best references for Japanese grammar
Shin Kanzen Master (JLPT)
Shin Kanzen Master are the most comprehensive JLPT books out there. They cover everything in great detail.
Pattern-Bestu Tettei Drill
Collections of mock tests and quizzes to help you prepare for the JLPT.
White Rabbit Japan
- N4 Workbook (White Rabbit Japan)
- N3 Workbook (White Rabbit Japan)
- N2 Workbook (White Rabbit Japan)
- N1 Workbook (White Rabbit Japan)