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Uncle Hidé
Professional TeacherTeaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Japanese for Adults (40s+) | Supportive Tutor with a Background in Psychology. Let's begin!!
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Japanese for Adults (40s+) | Supportive Tutor with a Background in Psychology. Let's begin!!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From JapanLiving in Other, Japan (06:44 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 30, 2025InterestsEnvironment & NatureTravelBusiness & FinanceArtHistory
I was born and raised in Fukuoka, Japan, but now live in Hokkaido. When I was young, I spent time in Canada learning how to build log homes. After returning to Japan, I ran a furniture workshop and worked in forest conservation.
However, later in life, I developed a spinal disorder that made it hard to continue physical work. After much reflection, I found a new purpose as a Japanese tutor — helping learners connect with Japan and its language while working from my PC.
My students are making great progress. One passed the JLPT N1 last year, and the other passed the JLPT N3 this year. Others now speak much more fluently than before.
Why don’t you join my class and enjoy learning Japanese?Me as a Teacher
I am a professional Japanese language teacher who has taught over 1,100 lessons. I have completed a 420-hour Japanese language teacher training course.
I understand the challenges of learning a new language later in life. However, having transitioned myself to teaching Japanese at the age of 60, I think that it's never too late to take on a new challenge.
With my background in psychology, I support my students' motivation and emotional well-being as well as teaching grammar.
My teaching approach is based on the concept of "Simple Japanese", which is a considerate communication method designed to facilitate effective and stress-free interaction. My lessons & teaching style
[Lesson Style]
-Slow, kind, and easy to follow
-Friendly support for learners in their 50s and 60s
-Review materials provided after each lesson
-English support available when needed
[Lesson Topics]
Beginner (N5/N4)
Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, greetings, basic grammar, and simple conversation
Textbook: TOBIRA
Intermediate (N3/N2)
Grammar in context, reading practice, listening, and Kanji
Textbook: 読んで考える日本語 10のトピック
Advanced (N1)
Keigo, business expressions, social issues, and Japanese history
Textbook: Heart & Soul of Japanese
JLPT prep (N5–N1)
Textbook-based lessons, review materials, and mock test practiceMy teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
5.0
Rating
5
Students
40
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
2 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
【50ぷん／50-minute】Uncle Hidé's Enjoy Japanese Class
A1 - C2Language Essentials32 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 8% off
【90ぷん／90-minute】Uncle Hidé’s Deep Dive Lesson
A2 - C2Language Essentials6 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 8% off
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1 Review
Zeke
6 Japanese lessons
Hide-San is an incredibly thorough teacher and was able to help me pick up where I left off in Tobira Beginner 1. We started with an aptitude test of sorts, as I had learned a bit previously. After that, we began going through some topics I struggled with in the past, and finally we settled on a plan for the future. You are in good hands with Hide-san
よろしくお願いします!
Feb 28, 2026
Trial Lesson
USD 5.00
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