Increase learner confidence and decrease kanji overwhelm Memorizing kanji readings is one of the biggest hurdles when learning Japanese. By studying phonetic components and other visual clues, students of Japanese can reduce their reliance on rote memorization and feel more in control of their learning. The Kanji Code teaches a systematic method of learning the readings of kanji or Chinese characters, in particular the ON or Chinese readings. - Learn 150 phonetic components - the key to the readings of 430+ kanji characters. - Learn the link between kanji, hiragana and katakana - and use it to remember the ON readings of 50+ common kanji characters. - Learn how visual features like shape and patterns like stripes can give a clue to the ON reading of 170+ kanji characters. Contains an easy to read explanation of the keisei or form-sound kanji characters, to deepen your understanding of the components and their functions. Graphics show the visual connection between kana and kanji, and visual similarities between kanji which would otherwise be overlooked. The visual approach will especially appeal to visual learners and students interested in art and design. - Each kanji features ON and kun readings, English meanings and example words. - Kanji readings written in romaji so students of all levels can read them. Also contains several detailed indexes for ease of searching and improved understanding of kanji composition. The innovative radical index includes the English names of radicals and is sorted not by stroke order but by subject, making it more intuitive to non-native Japanese speakers. We've cracked the code, to fast-track your kanji learning!