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BusinessTest Preparation🏆TOP 1% | Official Group Teacher | 21yr Ex-Defense Ministry Official| Master Professional Japanese
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
German
Specialties
BusinessTest Preparation🏆TOP 1% | Official Group Teacher | 21yr Ex-Defense Ministry Official| Master Professional Japanese
About Me
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From JapanLiving in Nara, Japan (02:32 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Nov 30, 2021InterestsReadingHistoryPets & AnimalsMusicSports & Fitness
🥇Award-Winning Professional Japanese Teacher | italki Official Recognition: ★2022: Ranked TOP 1% Japanese Teacher worldwide. ★Oct 19, 2023: Selected as "Most Qualified, Perfect, and Best Teacher" for Group Classes. | Professional Background: ★Passed Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test on 1st try, JEES, creator of JLPT, 25% pass rate. ★Former National Civil Servant Language Specialist (1998-). Taught 2,500+ elite officer candidates from National Defense Academy & pilots. ★Received 3 Commendations from Commandants for excellence. ★Licensed English Teacher (Junior/Senior High). ★TOEIC(IP) 890 / TOEFL(PBT) 607. | My lessons are organized & professional, yet always patient & supportive.| Personal Background: I am originally from Iwakuni, Yamaguchi, famous for the Kintaikyo Bridge and currently live in Nara, neighbor to Kyoto. | My Interests: ♫ Music: I have a deep connection to classical music; my cousin is a professional conductor and composer. I enjoy playing the piano. 💪 Weight Training: I have maintained a training routine for over 20 years. 📚 Liberal Arts: I like reading books on language culture ＆ liberal arts written by the intellectual giants. | I aim to share these cultural and intellectual insights with you in our lessons !★Now, Systematic course includes JLPT course and the Japanese phonetics course. ★Group Lesson→be expanded.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
- Graphs and charts
- Test templates and examples
- Quizzes
Certificates
Public Service Career Certificate (MOD) - Air Staff Office, Ministry of Defense - 202621+ yrs as a Senior Admin Official (Capt-equiv) & Defense Instructor. Held supervisory roles such as Section Chief (Hancho) and supported senior leadership (Generals/Colonels) in high-level coordination, including strategic planning and liaison at Defense Intelligence HQ. Trained NDA grads, elite pilots & career-track staff in English & logical, executive-level Japanese (professional writing & debate). Provides precise, action-oriented instruction for professional leadership and executive impact
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Renewed license for Junior ＆ Senior High English - MEXT, Nara Prefectural Board of Education - 2020中学校、高等学校教諭１種免許状（英語） 更新 奈良県教育委員会
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NAFL Japanese Instructors Qualification Program - ALC Press, Inc. - 2020アルク日本語教師養成プログラム
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The Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test - The Japan Educational Exchanges and Services - 2020日本語教育能力検定試験 2020年一発合格 日本国際教育支援協会（JEES). In early 2020, I found out about the existence of this test and the profession of an online Japanese teacher. This is the longest-established, most difficult and authoritative test for Japanese language teachers. I strongly believe that professional Japanese language teachers are responsible for passing this test. Therefore, I studied very hard every day for about 8 months for the test and as a result, I successfully passed it the first try.
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The Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test - The Japan Educational Exchanges and Services - 2020The Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test is administered by the JEES, the same organization that creates the JLPT. It is the most difficult test for Japanese teachers, with a pass rate of only one in four. Passing this exam on the first try in 2020 shows my deep understanding of Japanese grammar, vocabulary, and pedagogy. My success with this JEES-created exam also enables me to teach JLPT-focused courses effectively, leveraging the insight I gained into their question formats.
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TOEIC（IP）８９０points - Educational Testing Service - 2009
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TOEFL （PBT）６０７ points - Educational Testing Service - 1995
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National License for Junior High School English - MEXT, Ishikawa Prefectural Board of Education - 1995中学校教諭１種免許状（英語） 石川県教育委員会
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National License for Senior High School English - MEXT, Ishikawa Prefectural Board of Education - 1995高等学校教諭１種免許状（英語） 取得 石川県教育委員会
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The Pre-First Grade Test in Practical English - MEXT, Society for Testing English Proficiency,Inc. - 1993実用英語技能検定試験準１級 合格 文部省 日本英語検定協会
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Education
1991 - 1995
Bachelor’s - Faculty of Foreign Language Studies, Department of English language StudiesBachelor of Arts
Work Experience
2015 - 2019
Civilian Language Officer(Non-uniformed/Noncombat)4th Class Commendation: Prestigious MOD honor from JASDF Major General for exceptional merit. Recognized for inspiring officer candidates via analytical lectures, boosting proficiency. Strategic QC Circle leadership achieved top-tier awards. Validates professional impact & organizational success through logical communication, consistent teaching excellence, & measurable results.
2020 - 2021
Professional English Instructor
2022 - 2026
Professional English InstructorI will submit certificates for my tenure at 4 prestigious private schools. As an adolescent education expert (ages 12–18), I have extensive exp. in curriculum design & classroom mgmt. My strength lies in "mediating language" techniques—logically explaining complex English grammar via Japanese for full comprehension. Merging school-based exp. w/ my JLTCT certification, I provide high-quality JSL instruction balancing discipline & engagement to motivate students toward their academic goals.
2014 - 2015
Civilian Language Officer(Non-uniformed/Noncombat)Defense Instructor, Administrative Service (I), Grade 4 , Section Chief (Hancho)
2007 - 2014
Civilian Language Officer(Non-uniformed/Noncombat)4th Class Commendation: Prestigious MOD honor from 12th Flight Wing Commander (Colonel) for exceptional merit. Recognized for "uncompromising preparation" & educational perfection, boosting student capabilities. Strategic proctor & linguistic expert roles supported mission success. Validates results via meticulous, upright & professional teaching approach.
2006 - 2007
Civilian Language Officer(Non-uniformed/Noncombat)Defense Agency Official, Admin Service (I), Grade 3. Planning Div., Intelligence Coordination & Liaison Sec. Managed strategic planning & internal/international liaison coordination within the national intelligence center.
2005 - 2006
Civilian Language Officer(Non-uniformed/Noncombat)Defense Agency Instructor, Administrative Service (I), Grade 4
2001 - 2005
Civilian Language Officer(Non-uniformed/Noncombat)5th Class Commendation: Significant JDA honor from JASDF Major General (Air Officer Candidate School). Recognized for early career excellence, elevating educational quality via superior linguistic abilities. Optimized curricular materials & resources for high-impact learning. Validates capacity for measurable results & significant contributions recognized by senior leadership.
1998 - 2001
Civ. Lang. Specialist (Non-uniformed/Noncombat)Along with 3 commendations, these 4 certs will be submitted: 1. JDA Civil Service Exam Cert (Admin/Eng), Specialist Exam equiv. 2. Final Success Cert: 1997 'Employment Ice Age' selection. 3. Official Job Offer: Admin Professional (Oct 1997). 4. Official Appointment: Civilian Instructor for Elite JASDF (Apr 1998).
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Rating
192
Students
3,374
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
120 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Systematic course with homework ＆ its corrections with the following textbooks GENKI Ⅰ, Ⅱ & QUARTETⅠfor all the beginners including true beginners & intermediate students（JLPTN5, N4 & N3 level）.
A1 - B1Language Essentials2,200 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 1% off
JLPT (The Japanese Language Proficiency Test) course to provide you with Strategies＆Tactics to solve questions by using actual JLPT Official Questions with homework ＆ its corrections for N5, N4 & N3
A1 - B1Test Preparation96 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 1% off
ONLY FOR 2023 STUDENTS
A1 - B1Language Essentials624 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 1% off
ONLY FOR 2022 STUDENTS
A1 - B1Language Essentials284 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 1% off
A: Business Japanese Essentials (Foundation of Professional Influence) [Genki II completed / JLPT N4 passed]
B1Business0 lessons completed
USD 75.00+
Package with 7% off
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120 Reviews
Daniel Portman
193 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been studying with Keita sensei for over two years. Recently, I had to take a two month break for personal reasons. When I returned, I almost felt like I hadn't missed a lesson. The foundation Keita sensei had given me served me very well. I look forward to many more lessons with him.
Nov 10, 2025
David-Paul Charles
399 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
K San, is an excellent teacher. Our first class went very well and I love the structured approach to his teaching.
We started with a knowledge review to see where we should begin. I was provided with plenty of material to get started and additional source information.
I look forward to continuing or courses!
Mar 9, 2022
Darrell Ashworth
15 Japanese lessons
Structured and foundational lesson as always.
Apr 18, 2026
David
51 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Keita san is a great teacher. I've just completed a 10-lesson package and am booking another. I came in with minimal Japanese (Hiragana and a few words) and he met me where I was at.
Our sessions involve going through Genki, some Japanese conversation, and reviewing homework, which he helpfully grades outside of class.
Keita san provides materials if you don't have them, and maintains a Google doc of feedback and key lesson points. The structure and flexibility provided are great, and I feel like I'm making progress towards learning this language.
I highly recommend him and look forward to continuing to learn from him.
Nov 10, 2023
Darrell Ashworth
15 Japanese lessons
Great lesson as always!
May 1, 2026
Peyton McCauley
6 Japanese lessons
K-Sensei is very helpful, and I would recommend him to anyone learning Japanese. He has several courses available and can tailor them to your needs. I feel very lucky that I found him on Italki.
Mar 25, 2026
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