Books published by Kodansha America, Inc

Beginner-level students wishing to read Japanese need to learn hiragana, the most basic of three Japanese scripts, used for writing words of native origin. Kodansha's Hiragana Workbook is an all-new, streamlined workbook designed precisely for such students. It introduces all aspects of the script-reading, writing, and pronunciation--in a fun, accessible format, packed with illustrations and exercises. One page each is devoted to the 46 basic characters. These include instructions for character formation and space to practice writing, as well as a selection of vocabulary for further reading and writing. The vocabulary are all commonly used words that students can put to immediate use in conversation; and their readings--pronounced by a professional voice actor--are available as free downloads from the Net. Frequent review pages allow students to test their understanding of the hiragana at various stages. The appendixes offer additional practice exercises, as well as grids for playing

SLAYING A MECHANICAL DRAGON!The king of Edolas has taken a final stand in the fearsome, magic-proof Droma Anim! The only ones who can stop him are Fairy Tail's three dragon slayers. But how can magic stop a magic-proof killing machine? Discover the final fate of the world of Edolas!

From The Association for Japanese-Language Teaching (AJALT), developers of the renowned Japanese for Busy People series.Japanese for Young People is a three-level series designed for middle school and high school students (with an optional starter level for elementary students). With an emphasis on the coordination of structure and verbal communication skills, this program builds upon the basics of Japanese grammar through the use of Key Sentences, Dialogues, Exercises, and entertaining activities.This Kana Workbook—a fully integrated component of the Japanese for Young People series—is for students who want to learn the two native phonetic scripts, hiragana and katakana. With numerous illustrations, a combination of traditional reading and writing drills, and an entertaining selection of crossword puzzles and word searches, Japanese for Young People I: Kana Workbook is the perfect guide for young learners encountering Japanese for the first time.

Just as the S-class wizard test gets underway, everything goes wrong! Grimoire Heart launches a surprise attack on Fairy Tail. But the guild is just collateral damage - their real goal is much more sinister. At the vanguard of the invasion force is Grimoire Heart's master, Hades... a man who only respects power, and has a history with Makarov!

A hugely popular manga following a mage-in-training with the Fairy-Tail magician's guild.

In Mayumi's Kitchen, Mayumi Nishimura, a leading figure in the macrobiotics world and Madonna's private macrobiotic chef, shares her recipes for delicious food that nourishes the body and the soul. Macrobiotics is a healthy, nature-friendly way of life based on a diet of whole grains, vegetables, and beans. People all over the world, including many Hollywood stars, have embraced a macrobiotic diet because of its health benefits including higher energy, beautiful skin, a tranquil mind, and a greater sense of connection with the universe. Mayumi's unique style of

The remnants of humanity face the return of the giants.

Fairy Tail takes place in a world filled with magic. When 17-year-old Lucy, an attractive mage-in-training, meets Natsu, a boy raised by a Dragon who mysteriously left him when he was young, they go on an adventure together towards the Fairy Tail magician's guild.

DARKNESS APPROACHESHis battle with Fate looms ever closer, but Negi has more pressing concerns. The darkness has started to consume him, and if he doesn't get it under control, he'll turn into a monster. Before Negi can keep his students safe from Fate, he has to keep them safe from himself.This volume of Negima! includes special extras after the story!

The bestselling manga set in a dystopic futuristic Japan continues.

IN A DEVASTATED 21ST CENTURY, Neo-Tokyo, the armed might of Earth is massed against the godlike powers of two psychic titans, the mute child Akira and the deranged youth Tetsuo. While Akira has unintentionally destoryed the city twice before, Tetsuo has ravaged the surface of the Moon for his sheer amusement, and his madness grows as his abilities expand. But he is gradually losing control of the limitless energies that rage within him, mutating Tetsuo into a horror beyond imagination, and as all forces converge for a final confrontation, the fate of the planet lies in the hands of mere mortals...and the mind of a child.This final chapter of Katsuhiro Otomo's internationally honored graphic-novel masterpiece brings to a shattering, mind-warping conclusion the science-fiction epic that has influenced storytellers from every continent and in every medium. Akira is a one-of-a-kind work of breathtaking scope, unforgettable imagery, and singular vision.

From Shirow Masamune, the award-winning creator of Appleseed and Dominion comes the breakthrough manga that inspired the internationally acclaimed animated film.

This new manga series takes readers to the land of Britannia, a picturesque country ruled by the benevolent King Lyonnesse - or at least it was, until the king's guard assassinated him and started a full-blown Holy War!

Fairy Tail takes place in a world filled with magic. When 17-year-old Lucy, an attractive mage-in-training, meets Natsu, a boy raised by a Dragon who mysteriously left him when he was young, they go on anadventure together towards the Fairy Tale magician's guild.

Fairy Tail takes place in a world filled with magic. When 17-year-old Lucy, an attractive mage-in-training, meets Natsu, a boy raised by a Dragon who mysteriously left him when he was young, they go on an adventure together towards the Fairy Tale magician's guild.

Currently one of the bestselling manga in Japan and America and has been adapted into a highly popular anime series.

"Though a powerful warrior goddess, Bishamonten suffers from taking on so many shinki. Among Bishamon's many shinki, a terrible plan is formed by one of her most trusted aides. This shinki has dangerous ideas and gets involved with the mysterious Stray. Kazuma has a sense that something is wrong, but can he figure out what exactly is going on? Meanwhile, Hiyori desperately wants Yato to fix her, but he is presented with a solution that is hard to accept. Will Yato fix Hiyori, even if it means he'd have to cut all ties with her? Includes Vol. 4-6 of Noragami: Stray God." --

"A mad young coach gathers soccer players from across the country to compete in a series of bizarre challenges in a high-tech colosseum he calls Blue Lock. It's a no-balls-barred battle to become Japan's next top striker, in this Squid Game-meets-World Cup manga, now available in print! Savoring the sweet taste of victory against Team Y, Team Z is pumped to face their next opponent in the first selection round-robin tournament--Team W! But cracks begin to show within the shaky bonds of Team Z, and internal fears freeze players in their tracks on the field. In the face of Team W's powerful aces, the Wanima twins, will Team Z be able to come together in time to escape defeat?"--

"An adorable new yuri manga for fans of Kase-san and Yamada and Bloom Into You. One day, high school girl Himari sees a girl, Yori, sing in a band, and it awakens feelings she doesn't understand... but Yori does! SSGIRLS and Lorelei are gearing up to compete at the upcoming culture fest, but when Himari agrees to become Lorelei's manager, will it get in the way of her relationship with Yori?--

"The boy Misaki loves has been partnered with another girl. Having made a deal with the government to protect him, she has no choice but to stay out of his life. But can she marry someone else while her soul aches for the one she sacrificed everything for? Witness the destiny of the two brought together by fate"--

"Chaotic violence rages in the Aoi Cosmos as the All-Link system nears activation. Shiki confronts Shura with uncharacteristic fury. Meanwhile, Ziggy and Nero begin fighting, neither of them believing defeat is a possibility. The Imperial forces, Rebel army, and Interstellar Union continue their massive battle in space with all sides taking heavy losses as ships fall in the relentless crossfire. The weight of lives lost is a heavy burden to bear, and when all the dust settles, Shiki's burden may be unbearable..."--Provided by publisher.

"The crowdfunding deadline's almost here, and everyone's working as hard as possible to ensure things succeed. Wait, why does that mean Mizuhara has to go on a date with Umi, the handsome guy from her acting class?! Umi claims it's only a get-together as friends, and he promises to spread the word of Mizuhara's campaign on his popular Twitter account if she meets with him. Is that truly all he's after, though? Could this mean a new romantic rival for Kazuya at the worst possible time?!" --]cProvided by publisher.