The Kodansha Kanji Learner's Dictionary: Revised and Expanded: 2nd Edition

The **Kodansha Kanji Learner's Dictionary: Revised and Expanded** is the most comprehensive and up-to-date Japanese-English kanji dictionary available. With a total of 3,002 characters—772 more than the first edition—this expanded edition includes all the Jōyō and Jinmei kanji prescribed by the Japanese government, making it an essential tool for learners.

Key Features:

• Comprehensive Coverage: This dictionary includes 3,002 kanji, covering all the characters on the current Jōyō and Jinmei lists, with 772 additional characters from the previous edition.
• Core Meaning for Each Kanji: Each kanji is presented with a concise keyword that captures its dominant sense, followed by its specific meanings, helping learners understand how characters are used in the language.
• Kanji Compounds Explained: Kanji compounds, often difficult to learn, are made easier with the core meaning system, which illustrates how each kanji fits into the formation of words.
• SKIP Indexing System: The revolutionary System of Kanji Indexing by Patterns (SKIP) allows learners to locate kanji quickly by identifying their geometric patterns and counting strokes—far faster than traditional search methods.
• Government Revisions Included: This edition reflects the latest government updates, including the expansion of the Educational Kanji list from 1,006 to 1,026 characters, covering characters used in Japanese prefecture names.
• Illustrative Compounds: Each kanji entry includes helpful compound words to show practical usage and reinforce meaning.

The Ultimate Kanji Learning Tool

This dictionary is the ultimate resource for mastering kanji, combining in-depth, accurate information with innovative features to streamline the learning process. Whether you’re a beginner or an intermediate learner, this dictionary will help you understand the logic behind kanji formation, speed up your search for characters, and deepen your understanding of Japanese kanji.