The book is structured to bridge the gap between textbook grammar and natural, polite speech.
Mastering Japanese honorifics (keigo) is one of the biggest hurdles for language learners. While standard textbooks introduce basic polite forms, they rarely prepare you for real-world corporate dynamics or natural conversations. This is where (新にほんご敬語トレーニング) becomes an invaluable resource.
If you are looking to download or purchase this material, you can expect a highly structured, scenario-based learning experience. Here is what makes the book standout:
Unlike grammar textbooks that teach rules in isolation, this book organizes lessons by function and real-world scenarios . You won't just learn about sonkeigo（尊敬語, respectful language）and kenjōgo（謙譲語, humble language）in the abstract; you will learn how to use them to perform specific tasks like “making a request,” “apologizing,” “giving a speech,” or “visiting a client's office”. Each chapter begins with a practical conversation or reading featuring young business professionals, followed by targeted explanations, exercises, and applications of what has been learned.
: Anyone planning to work in a Japanese company where keigo is a daily requirement.
Which would you prefer?
The introductory chapters focus on shifting your mindset. You will learn the formulas for converting standard verbs into their honorific counterparts, such as the o + verb stem + ni naru pattern for Sonkeigo, and the o + verb stem + suru pattern for Kenjougo. Part 2: Everyday Business Situations