250 Essential Japanese Kanji Characters Volume 1: Revised Edition (Jlpt Level N5) the Japanese Characters Needed to Learn Japanese and Ace the Japanese Language Proficiency Test

This is the best kanji book available today. Designed for beginners with a basic knowledge of Japanese to use in the classroom on for self-study.--Modern Language Journal
Everyday tasks like finding a street address or buying a train ticket can be an ordeal in Japan if you don't read kanji-the system of Japanese writing based on Chinese characters. A group of teachers from the prestigious University of Tokyo have pooled their talents to create250 Essential Japanese Kanji Charactersin two volumes: a practical way to learn the kanji most frequently used in daily life in Japan. Each lesson helps you master a new group of kanji, using an extremely effective approach that focuses on you, the learner, taking an active part.
Introductory Quizzesintroduce everyday situations where you encounter kanji.
Vocabularysections help you understand the readings and meanings of the kanji.
New Character Chartsteach you new kanji systematically—for each character you'll learn its meanings, its basicon-kunreadings, its stroke order, common compounds, and derivations.
Practicesections help you improve your skills in recognizing and using the kanji.
Advanced Placement Exam Practice Questionsfor each lesson follow the format of the College Boards Japanese Language and Culture examination.