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The first in a series of textbooks that bring the distinctive features of Shin Nihongo no Kiso, the book with the easy-to-learn and easy-to-teach reputation, to a wider body of learners. Making the most of Kiso's teaching method - short-term intensive study, easy-to-understand language presentation, cast of characters in practical conversational settings, etc. - these books guarantee that the learner is able to make conversation in everyday life in the shortest time possible.
Minna no Nihongo, Beginner by Surienettowaku. Published in 2001 by 3A Corporation. List contains 28 sections and 998 words. ISBN-10: 4883191028.