13 Secrets for Speaking Fluent Japanese

13 Secrets for Speaking Fluent Japanese offers proven shortcuts for learning Japanese efficiently. By studying two groups—successful non-native learners and native Japanese children—Giles Murray has compiled the most effective and universally applicable techniques from both groups, suitable for learners at any level, from beginners to advanced students.

This book is perfect for those who have struggled with traditional textbooks, those with some knowledge of Japanese but lacking the time or motivation for more advanced resources, or anyone seeking to enhance fluency with their existing skills. It presents innovative strategies for thinking, speaking, and memorizing Japanese quickly, effectively, and independently. When used alongside a standard textbook, these methods help students apply their classroom knowledge to real-life situations and speak Japanese fluently without hesitation.

Featuring engaging commentaries, striking illustrations, two Japanese manga—including a six-page excerpt from Osamu Tezuka's renowned Blackjack series—puzzles to challenge the mind, and valuable example sentences, 13 Secrets provides a unique and enjoyable alternative for all Japanese learners.

Highlights

• An original manga by Osamu Tezuka
• All-new custom-written 16-page manga
• 3 mini-graphic novels
• Over 100 illustrations
• Dynamic quiz format
• Comprehensive glossaries