Hello, Word Warriors! Our M-family adventure continues, but today we’re also opening a brand-new chapter: welcome to Picture this Japanese words! Vol. い-I!
This is the second volume in Shimachan’s picture book series, and it’s packed with 31 useful, everyday words that all begin with the sound “i.” We picked each one because it’s something you’ll actually use, from a wagging Inu (dog) to a juicy Ichigo (strawberry).
How Every Word Comes to Life
Just like every volume in the series, each word gets its own big, colorful illustration so you can picture the meaning instantly. Take Inu, for example — one glance at the fluffy puppy and the word just sticks.
Each word also gets a dedicated pronunciation page with a visual pitch-accent diagram and simple, step-by-step tips. You don’t need a native Japanese speaker in the room — the pictures and the pitch guide do the teaching for you! Picture this Japanese words! is designed to be read together with your whole family, out loud, like a game.
31 Useful Words Inside
Vol. い-I collects 31 words that all begin with い (I) — real words you’ll actually use in daily conversation:
- Inu (犬) – Dog
- Ichigo (苺) – Strawberry
- Isu (椅子) – Chair
- Iro (色) – Color
- Iruka (海豚) – Dolphin
- Ireru (入れる) – Put in
- Ikura (幾ら) – How much
- Ishi (石) – Stone / Rock
- Ikari (錨) – Anchor
- Iku (行く) – Go
- Ippai (一杯) – Full / A lot
- Inaka (田舎) – Countryside
- Ie (家) – House
- Iwashi (鰯) – Sardine (a fish)
- Ito (糸) – Thread
- Ikimono (生き物) – Creature
- Ike (池) – Pond
- Iroenpitsu (色鉛筆) – Colored pencil
- Isha (医者) – Doctor
- Ine (稲) – Rice plant
- Itoko (従兄弟/従姉妹) – Cousin
- Imo (芋) – Potato / Yam
- Inemuri (居眠り) – Napping
- Inko (鸚哥) – Parakeet
- Idou (移動) – Movement / Transfer
- Ippo (一歩) – One step
- Iriguchi (入口) – Entrance
- Ika (烏賊) – Squid
- Inoshishi (猪) – Boar
- Itachi (鼬) – Weasel
- Ibiki (鼾) – Snoring
A Peek Inside Picture this Japanese words!
Every word gets two pages: a big, beautiful illustration to picture the meaning, and a pronunciation page with a pitch-accent diagram and easy tips. Here’s a look at three of our favorites:
Where to Get Picture this Japanese words! Vol. い-I
- Read it Instantly: Grab Picture this Japanese words! Vol. い-I on Amazon and preview it for free with a single click.
- Explore the Whole Series: See every volume in the Picture this: Japanese words! Paperback Series.
We hope Picture this Japanese words! Vol. い-I becomes a favorite in your home — happy learning, Word Warriors! See you in the next volume, う-U!
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