The “Guide to Reading and Writing Japanese” is a comprehensive fourth edition textbook authored by Florence Sakade, focusing on the Japanese writing system. Published by Tuttle Publishing in 2013, this trade paperback features 2,136 Japanese Kanji characters along with English translations. This bilingual edition, with 352 pages, is ideal for foreign language study and language arts disciplines. With a revised edition, this book provides a thorough understanding of the Japanese alphabet and writing system for readers at all levels looking to enhance their language skills.