If you travel to foreign countries a lot then you know the challenges of speaking a foreign language. Most of us buy a phrase book so that we can learn some of the very basic terms.
The folks from NYRIUS have come out with a electronic phrase book that only cost $30.00 and has a large number of languages. I was quite shocked to find out that they had Japanese phrases as well.
The price point is great and it definitely beats having one of those paperback phrase books. A headset jack allows you to practice hearing the words with annoying people around you. A great way to brush up when on the plane heading for your destination.