The Karakasa book resource library

Your free companion hub! Grab your book, select your lounge, and let's start studying the kawaii way.♥

Mon chan's hiragana practice book

Master the basics the kawaii way! Access your free video lessons and pronunciation audios to complete your training.

１００いきもの

Take your vocabulary further! Download your free puzzle and activity pack to practice what you've learned.

Kanji of the Day

Perfect your strokes! Download extra printable practice sheets and audio guides for your daily Kanji.

Can you read this Japanese sign? The book!

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Freebies & extras

Don't have a book yet? Start learning right now with these free downloads!

GARIGARI Onomatopoeia coloring book (FREE SAMPLE PAGE)

Grab your favorite colors and learn your first Japanese sounds! Download this free sample page to relax, color, and discover the fun of Japanese onomatopoeia. Warning: Kawaii and highly addictive!

The ultimate Hiragana Chart

Your first step to reading Japanese! Download this handy, kawaii cheat sheet with all 46 basic characters. Print it out, hang it by your desk, and start studying with Mon Chan.

Kawaii phone wallpapers

Take the Karakasa crew with you everywhere! Download these cute, hand-drawn wallpapers to give your screen a cozy, Japanese touch every time you check your phone.

Sumi-e kanji bookmarks

Save your page with style! Print and cut out these beautiful, traditional ink-wash style bookmarks featuring characters from our "Kanji of the Day" book. Perfect for your reading sessions.

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