Each of these paperback dictionaries is packed with common words and phrases encountered in the everyday use of both langauges. Entries in the Japanese version are written in the easy-to-learn hiragana syllabary (with kanji characters in parantheses), and the definitions are in English. The English-Japanese version, meanwhile, contains the key words written in English and the definitions in Japanese — perfect for learning word relationships!

Whether you need to know a little Japanese to help you better understand manga, or wish to become fluent in the language, these easy-to-use dictionaries are a great way to start!