Ayano.I (Vtuber)

I have a meeting with my partner's Japanese clients next week, and Ayano has been incredible at helping me prepare. This has so far included: - Going through a list of nitpicky questions I sent her on language, actions, and etiquette, methodically answering each one with text, images, and even doodles! - Bringing her own list of typical Japanese business dinner small talk topics to see how prepared I was to answer them (answer: not at all) - Making time in class to walk me through structuring a letter to them, after I'd struggled to write it on my own - Sending me links to resources on topics relevant to these clients - Making herself available to answer questions at any time, even outside classes This is on top of our usual conversation practise at the start of each class, which has been as valuable as always. Ayano has introduced me to so many potential opportunities (and pitfalls!) for this visit, I don't know what I would have done without her. Truly above and beyond.

More 'nai-form' practice, but this time with irregular verbs added in. Ayano sensei has made this lesson very relevant by creating a real world scenario in a maid cafe where you must ask if you can do something, or if you're being asked to not do something. I'm still a little slow at this, so I will review the material before the next lesson. Ayano sensei's lessons are always fun!

Ayano is always well prepared with topics, vocabulary and exercises. She puts a lot of care and effort into her lessons, and it shows. She also presented me with a lesson plan for upcoming weeks today, and it is great to know that she's got everything planned out so well in advance.

Ayano sensei conducts every learning session in a professional way.

久しぶりレッスンは楽しかったです。色んなことについてお話しました。ありがとうございました😊

In today's Japanese lesson with Ayano-san, we delved into the FX show 'Shogun' which I had marathoned this week. It was fascinating to discuss the various Japanese and American perspectives on the show, including the cast and the writing. We also studied articles that provided diverse opinions about the show. I found that incorporating engaging topics like this into language learning greatly enhances the experience. It was an enjoyable and informative session, and I love how Ayano-san's fully customized lessons are perfectly tailored to my needs and level.