Learn Japanese in 4 Simple Steps. With Living Language Complete Japanese: The Basics you ll start by learning words and then you ll progress to phrases sentences and conversations. This simple four-step building block approach will have you speaking with confidence right from the beginning and you ll be able to learn gradually and effectively. If you re confident in your pronunciation then this coursebook includes everything you need - vocabulary grammar culture and practice. But you can also use this book along with the four hours of recordings included in the Living Language Complete Japanese: The Basics compact disc package which also includes a handy learner s dictionary. This comprehensive coursebook includes: -40 step-by-step lessons-Practical vocabulary and authentic everyday usage-Simple explanations and plenty of examples-Supplemental sections including e-mail and internet resources-A comprehensive grammar reference section