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Saya_nihongo🇯🇵
Professional TeacherTeaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Korean
Spanish
Specialties
Test Preparation🌟 Triple-Certified Japanese Teacher | Clear, Effective & Engaging Lessons
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Korean
Spanish
Specialties
Test Preparation🌟 Triple-Certified Japanese Teacher | Clear, Effective & Engaging Lessons
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From JapanLiving in Okayama, Japan (19:25 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 29, 2021InterestsMusicAnimation & ComicsFoodBusiness & FinanceFilms & TV Series
🌟 わたしと一緒(いっしょ)に勉強(べんきょう)しましょう！
(Let’s study together!)
メッセージください :)
(Please send me a message!)
こんにちは。
(Hello.)
私(わたし)はさやです。
(My name is Saya.)
日本(にほん)で生(う)まれ育(そだ)ちました。
(I was born and raised in Japan.)
英語(えいご)でコミュニケーションできます。
(I can communicate in English.)
日本語教師(にほんごきょうし)の資格(しかく)を3つ持(も)っています。
(I have three Japanese teaching certifications.)
日本語学校(にほんごがっこう)で教(おし)えた経験(けいけん)があります。
(I have taught at a language school.)
趣味(しゅみ)はアニメや映画(えいが)です。
(I enjoy anime and movies.)
お気軽(きがる)にご連絡(れんらく)ください！
(Feel free to contact me!)Me as a Teacher
🌟 I hold three certifications, including a national license as a Japanese language teacher.
🌟 My lessons are for all ages — from children to adults — and tailored to each student.
🌟 You will see clear progress in my lessons.
Please see my students’ reviews!
I have a bachelor’s degree in International Relations.
I prepare each lesson carefully to make it engaging and easy to understand.
I customize lessons to match your goals and learning style.
I am passionate about teaching and enjoy helping students grow.
I also specialize in teaching how to write Japanese characters (hiragana, katakana, and kanji) neatly and beautifully.
Let’s achieve your Japanese goals together! My lessons & teaching style
🌟 In my class, you will speak and practice a lot. Please relax and enjoy our lessons :)
Making mistakes is part of learning a language. Don’t be afraid!
Please book my 55-minute trial lesson first. I will show you how our lessons work.
I prepare PowerPoint presentations based on Minna no Nihongo and provide fun, easy-to-understand lessons.
I also use my original learning website to give you more listening and reading practice.
I correct grammar and pronunciation, teach useful expressions, and JLPT vocabulary and grammar. I can also customize lessons to match your needs.
※I use Google Meet during class.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
A registered Japanese Teacher(A national license) - Ministry of Education,Culture and Science - 2024undefined
Certificate verified
Japanese Language Teacher Training Couse - Okayama Institute of Languages - 2022The course covers 420 hours. (Including 212 hours of Practical Teaching)
Certificate verified
Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test - JEES(Japan Educational Exchanges and Services) - 2021
Certificate verified
日本語教育能力検定試験 - 公益財団法人日本国際教育支援協会 - 2021JLPT対策
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2022 - 2023
Japanese teacherJapanese elementary grammar & conversation.
JLPT, kanji, writing, listening, reading, and speaking.
2021 - Current
Japanese teacherJapanese elementary grammar & conversation(Beginner-Intermediate)
Free Talk in Japanese and Useful Japanese Phrases.
Academic writing.
Education
2002 - 2006
Bachelor’s - International relationsMiyazaki Municipal University-International relations
5.0
Rating
62
Students
1,634
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
25 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
1【55min】Let's start studying japanese.(For those who have just begun studying.)
A1 - A2Language Essentials604 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 10% off
2【55min】(L1-L25)Japanese elementary grammar & conversation(Beginner-Intermediate)
A1 - A2Language Essentials479 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 10% off
3【55min】(L26-L50)Japanese elementary grammar & conversation(Beginner-Intermediate)
A2 - B1Language Essentials403 lessons completed
USD 29.00+
Package with 10% off
4【55min or 25min】Informal Tutoring＆(L50-)Japanese intermediate grammar(Intermediate-Advanced）
B1 - C2Language Essentials101 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Package with 10% off
5【55min】Trial lesson (for the first time only) ※One time per person
A1 - C2Language Essentials8 lessons completed
USD 15.00
6【55min】Special Japanse lesson (Super advanced)
C2Language Essentials7 lessons completed
USD 33.00
Package with 10% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Quiz (12)
220 Reviews
Ella
67 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Just after my first lesson with her, I could tell she's passionate about her teaching. She was so excited whenever I got even the smallest, thing right, was happy to talk about interests that we shared and was very patient when I didn't get something immediately. Recommend her to anyone ^v^
Jun 10, 2025
Cy Scott
184 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I’ve been studying with さや先生 for many months now, and each lesson strikes a perfect balance of structure and fun.
We work steadily through our textbook, and she always shows up with extra slides and content to support the learning. It’s clear she genuinely cares about my progress; she remembers my goals and checks in on them every session.
And what really stands out is her encouragement, when I finally get a tricky grammar point right, she celebrates with a big smile and cheers that makes the win feel even better!
She also never hesitates when I steer the conversation toward cultural topics—regional food, holidays, pop culture—always finding a way to connect my curiosity back to the language.
If you’re looking for a tutor who’s organized, engaging, and truly invested in your Japanese journey, I wholeheartedly recommend Saya さや先生!
Apr 29, 2025
Kamen Rider Rob
134 Japanese lessons
Saya-sensei continues to show great patience with me. Every lesson is informative and stress free!😊
Feb 20, 2026
Star ⭐️
2 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I just had my first lesson with Saya Sensei, and it was a wonderful experience! She’s incredibly kind, patient, and encouraging. From the very beginning, she made me feel comfortable and motivated to speak Japanese. I’m so excited to continue learning with her, her positive energy really makes me look forward to every lesson.
Highly recommended! 🥹🇯🇵
May 19, 2025
Kamen Rider Rob
134 Japanese lessons
This lesson, Saya-sensei and I discussed “Wasei-eigo” - Japanese-language expressions that are based on English words. Very interesting!
Feb 27, 2026
Kamen Rider Rob
134 Japanese lessons
Another great lesson with Saya-sensei. We discussed things involved with businesses AND my upcoming trip to Japan!
Feb 13, 2026
Trial Lesson
USD 10.00
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