Makoto E-Zine Series #79: The Fun Japanese Not Found in Textbooks For Beginners to Lower Intermediates: Boost Your Japanese Journey Today! As summer starts to wind down and autumn's crisp air rolls in, we're right in the middle of September—this time of the year is also known as 長月(ながつき), which literally means "long month" (see the etymology section). This time of year is perfect for 月見(つきみ) (see the haiku section), or moon viewing, a tradition where people get together to admire the beautiful autumn moon. The soft glow of the full moon has been inspiring poets and artists for generations, and in this issue of Makoto, we're diving into the beauty of both 長月(ながつき)and 月見(つきみ). But that's not all! This issue is packed with fun and educational content. Laugh along with us in the jokes, riddles, and puns section, and pick up some new phrases like 頭(あたま)が上(あ)がらない. Take a trip to Kagawa in our Prefecture Spotlight, and find out what makes the kanji 中 so interesting. Whether you're new to Japanese or have been learning for a while, our Japanese readers, including "Stinky Ocha" and a piece on the Nara Period, have something for everyone. We're thrilled to have you as part of our ever-growing Makoto family. So, grab an ice-cold 麦茶 (むぎちゃ barley tea), stay curious, and let's embark on another month of linguistic adventures together! Details: Page Count: 61 Pages Formats: Download the PDF and ePub for No Extra Charge Audio: 17 High-Quality Sound Files Interactive Learning: Scan QR Codes for Quick Access to Sound Files Exclusive Bonus: Free Anki Flashcard Deck (Tailored for this issue's main story) 🔊 Now Featuring QR Codes for Instant Audio Playback! Scan the QR codes peppered throughout the magazine and hear the accompanying sound files instantly! A complete immersion experience at your fingertips. 🎁 FREE Sound Files & Anki Flashcards Each issue comes with free sound files of all the Japanese examples read by a native Japanese speaker. Plus, download a free Anki flashcard deck to help solidify your vocabulary of the main story. All freebies can be accessed through the download link on the last page. 📚 Unique & Informative Content Tired of the same old textbook content? Dive into a wide array of topics that typical courses overlook. This issue covers: In this Issue: · Laughs, Jokes, Riddles, and Puns · Vocabulary: 頭が上がらない · Prefecture Spotlight: Kagawa · Etymology: 長月 · Anime Phrase of the Day · Haiku : Masaoka Shiki · Kanji Spotlight: 中 · Grammar Time! できるだけ ¨ Japanese Readers: Stinky Ocha (beginner) + Nara Period (Intermediate) 🛒 Purchase now and start your enriching Japanese learning journey in just seconds!