"More than a phrase book, Conversational Japanese provides basic material for practical day-to-day communication. Through hundreds of example sentences and dialogs, as well as thorough explanations of the customs involved, learners will know what to say and do when: Meeting new people Reserving a hotel room, Buying a train ticket, Offering a gift, Writing email, business letters, cards and thank-you notes Especially useful for anyone staying in Japan for an extended period, Conversational Japanese offers in-depth coverage of everyday language. Whether a student, traveler, businessperson or transplant, this book provides an easy and enjoyable way for anyone to improve their Japanese." -- product description.