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(often published by Natsume Publishing) is a visual workbook designed specifically for foreign learners. It aims to take the intimidation out of learning Japanese characters by utilizing illustrations and mnemonic stories.
The search for "Understanding Through Pictures 1000 Kanji" reflects a valid pedagogical need: the requirement for mnemonic scaffolding in one of the world's most difficult writing systems. While visual resources provide an excellent "hook" for memory, they are a starting point, not a destination.