This innovative advanced level course in Japanese teaches appropriate language use in real-life situations. With an emphasis on listening and speaking skills, the course takes a descriptive approach, demonstrating the variations that exist among Japanese speakers. Authentic sample dialogues illustrate a range of generally preferred language uses, giving the student the tools to communicate in an effective and culturally appropriate manner.Organized according to frequently used functions of speech, such as requesting, apologizing, refusing, thanking, and complimenting, Advanced Japanese: Communication in Context presents commonly used expressions and typical speech routines, providing the learner with the opportunity to familiarize themselves with their usage within the social context.Key features of the textbook include: Exercises throughout, including further optional activities and suggestions online Self-evaluation section in each chapter Unit summaries, grammar notes and role-play activities A companion website with audio files to accompany the dialogues within the textbook A separate Teacher's Guide, available through the companion website, that fully supports the textbook, featuring extensive notes and guidanceAdvanced Japanese: Communication in Context is the ideal resource for all intermediate to advanced learners of Japanese. The course is also an invaluable tool for anyone involved in the teaching of Japanese language.Noriko Ishihara is Associate Professor of EFL/TESOL at Hosei University, Japan.Magara Maeda teaches Japanese at the University of Wisconsin-River Falls.