MakoStars Bookstore
Carefully selected English books & study tools.
Every book in our store is hand-picked for English learners in Japan — from picture books and phonics programs for young children to test-prep materials for EIKEN, IELTS, and TOEFL. We inspect all imported books before shipping to ensure quality.
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Popular Titles
Bestselling books & series
Trusted by families, teachers, and international schools across Japan. These are the titles our customers come back for again and again.
Brain Quest Workbooks
Grade-by-grade workbooks covering reading, writing, math, and critical thinking. A favourite for home study and summer learning.
Scholastic Success Workbooks
Structured skill-building workbooks for reading comprehension, grammar, and writing — ideal for independent practice at home.
Everything You Need to Ace… Workbooks
Big Fat Notebooks series covering core subjects in a fun, visual style. Popular with junior high students for academic English support.
Dr. Seuss Books
Classic early readers with rhythm, rhyme, and repetition — perfect for building phonics awareness and a love of reading in young children.
Magic Tree House Series
Adventure chapter books for early independent readers. Great for building vocabulary and reading stamina in elementary school students.
Roald Dahl Books
Beloved chapter books that captivate upper elementary and junior high readers. Rich vocabulary and imaginative storytelling make these a favourite for reading programs.
Mo Willems Books
Funny, engaging picture books and early readers featuring Pigeon, Elephant & Piggie. Perfect for young learners building reading confidence and conversational English.
National Geographic Kids
Non-fiction readers packed with stunning photos and fascinating facts. Great for building academic vocabulary and science/social studies content knowledge.
Eric Carle Books
Iconic picture books for the youngest learners. The Very Hungry Caterpillar and other classics introduce English through colour, rhythm, and simple repetitive language.
Need Help Choosing?
Not sure which books are right for your child?
Large retailers can't tell you which graded reader is right for a 9-year-old returnee student, or which EIKEN prep book matches Grade 3 difficulty. We can.
Book a free consultation and James will recommend the right books, study tools, and reading program based on your child's level, goals, and learning style.
Book a Free Consultation →Reading level recommendations
We help you choose the right level — not too easy, not too hard — for consistent progress.
Exam-specific book selection
EIKEN, IELTS, TOEFL, or TOEIC — we match the right prep book to your target exam and score.
Returnee & bilingual support
Specialist recommendations for children maintaining English after returning to Japan.
School & classroom orders
Bulk orders, curriculum-aligned booklists, and consistent fulfillment for international schools and English programs.
Ready to find the right books?
Browse our curated bookstore or book a free consultation to get personalized recommendations for your child's level, goals, and learning needs.