Hello, my name is Makoto. I like traveling, I traveled to around 30 different countries. I used to live in New Zealand and Portugal. I lived in a few places such as Hokkaido, Gunma, and Okinawa.
I enjoy reading manga and watching Anime such as Slam Dunk, One piece, Kimetsu no Yaiba, Tensura, Danmachi, and many others. Lately, I am watching Oshi no ko and dead mount death play.
I like sports too, especially tennis, basketball, and Rugby.
My creations
Me as a Teacher
I have been teaching Japanese on italki since May 2022. I completed the Japanese Language Teacher Training Course in July. So I can teach you Japanese using different methods.
I studied English in New Zealand and Portuguese in Portugal from scratch and currently studying Spanish so I understand the challenges and joy of learning new languages.
My lessons & teaching style
My course will primarily focus on the following areas:
*Free talk
We can engage in conversations about various topics that interest you. This approach ensures your satisfaction and keeps you motivated throughout the learning process
*Japanese common phrases and grammar
Having completed a Japanese teaching course and gained experience teaching on platforms like italki, I am confident in my ability to employ diverse teaching methods
*Japanese business in the hospitality industries
From my professional experience in hospitality industries, can teach you the common words and phrases used in these fields
I want your Japanese to be improved and at the same time let's make learning Japanese fun!
My teaching material
PDF file
Articles and news
Presentation slides/PPT
Quizzes
Text Documents
Certificates
Japanese Language Teacher Training Course - Human Academy - 2022I have completed Japanese Language Teacher Training Course (420 hours and above). Learned various teaching method, grammar for foreign learners and practical teaching.
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Rating
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Students
739
Lessons
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Attendance
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5.0
Rating
97
Students
739
Lessons
100%
Attendance
100%
Response
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
57 lessons completed
USD 5.50+
Getting familiar with Japanese for beginners
A1 - A2Language Essentials331 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 7% off
Japanese for intermediate level with articles and youtube
B1 - C2Language Essentials243 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 7% off
Free conversation
B1 - C2Conversation108 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
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Study with Minna no Nihongo
A1 - B1Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 20.00
Package with 10% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
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Quiz (62)
78 Reviews
Trin
20 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I've learned with Makoto san for a month before I'm going to Japan. He prepare a real situation I may face when traveling such as order a food, asking for a direction etc. It helps me a lot when I am in Japan. Creating new experiences for me when I can speak a short conversation with Japanese.
Also Makoto san is a good listener, always support his student. He makes me confident speaking Japanese. He is a very good teacher.
May 3, 2024
Jane
6 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
A truly wonderful teacher who's passionate about the subject of language learning. No question is too big or too small - if you want to learn the nuances in the Japanese language and really understand context in which different phrases should be used, this is your guy!
Nov 3, 2023
Cristiane (クリスチアーネ)
18 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have done a number of lessons with Makoto Sensei and I always find our lessons very fun and interactive. Makoto Sensei is very patient and I always learn new vocabulary during our dialogue practice. I also enjoy the materials he sends for preparation before class.
Apr 27, 2023
Nathalie
6 Japanese lessons
Makoto is very kind, engaging and makes every lesson fun and different. I feel like he is very receptive to her student’s needs, and goals. I truly enjoy every lesson with him. Thank You, Makoto-san ! :)
Sep 10, 2024
Michael Wolanski
10 Japanese lessons
It's great to be able to resume my lessons with Makoto sensei. He is a calm and fun teacher. Looking forward to learning from you again.
Jun 25, 2024
Cooper / クーパー
6 Japanese lessons
Makoto is really easy to talk to, very encouraging and a great teacher. He corrected my mistakes and gave examples to clarify, while keeping the conversation flowing. Looking forward to more lessons with him!