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Natsu（なつ）
Professional TeacherTeaches
Japanese
Native
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English
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Test PreparationBusinessCertified teacher with classroom/business experience, and a passion for Japanese culture and nature.
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Other
Specialties
Test PreparationBusinessCertified teacher with classroom/business experience, and a passion for Japanese culture and nature.
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From JapanLiving in Other, Japan (22:15 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 27, 2024InterestsAnimation & ComicsPets & AnimalsEnvironment & NatureHistoryTravel
Hi, I'm Natsu😊
I was born in Kumamoto and now live in Saga Prefecture, Japan.
I love Japanese traditional culture and nature.
I also enjoy camping, hiking, and watching movies and anime — my recent favorite is “Look Back”!
I also love playing the ukulele!
I studied Japanese literature at university and worked in Tokyo for 10 years as a web director. Now, I work as a freelance Japanese teacher and web consultant.
I look forward to helping you improve your Japanese and sharing Japanese culture with you!Me as a Teacher
In 2023, I completed a Japanese teacher training course and passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test.
Now I teach Japanese at a language school, an online school, and an IT company.
With about 10 years of experience as a web director, I can also help with business Japanese.
🏫 I teach beginner to intermediate classes (around 20 students) at a Japanese language school.
💻 I give private and small group lessons at an online Japanese school in Taiwan.
🧑💻 I also teach business Japanese to engineers at an IT company.
👩🏫 I can help with grammar, conversation, and JLPT preparation. My lessons & teaching style
📚 Lesson Materials
I use different materials based on your level and goals.
Main textbooks: Minna no Nihongo, Genki, Irodori, Marugoto.
If you prefer another textbook, feel free to ask!
💬 Let’s Talk!
Let’s enjoy not only Japanese language, but also Japanese culture, travel, and hobbies.
📝 Trial Lesson
In the trial lesson, we’ll:
・Introduce ourselves
・Check your level
・Talk about your learning goals
Then we’ll decide how to continue together.
Feel free to book a lesson anytime 😊
Cancellation Policy
You can cancel or reschedule your lesson up to 12 hours before the lesson time.
Cancellations made within 12 hours of the lesson will be charged in full.
Thank you for your understanding!My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Image files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
Certificates
令和5年度 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 - 2023
Certificate verified
語学の教え方研究所FUKUOKAふぁん 日本語教師養成講座420時間コース - 語学の教え方研究所FUKUOKAふぁん - 2023
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 - 2023・420時間日本語教師養成講座の受講。（語学の教え方研究所FUKUOKAふぁん 日本語教師養成講座420時間コース／語学の教え方研究所FUKUOKAふぁん）
・2024年〜日本文化教育学院 でJLPT対策の指導に携わっている。
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 - 2023・2023年12月に420時間日本語教師養成講座終了（語学の教え方研究所FUKUOKAふぁん 日本語教師養成講座420時間コース／語学の教え方研究所FUKUOKAふぁん）
・2024年〜日本文化教育学院で日本語教育の指導。
・2025年〜IT企業と業務委託契約にてオンラインでビジネス日本語を担当。
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2024 - Current
非常勤講師
2024 - Current
日本語教師マンツーマンと、企業向けのグループレッスンを担当。
初中級クラスを担当
Education
1998 - 2002
Bachelor’s - 人文学部/人文学科日本国文の古代文学を専攻
Work Experience
2018 - 2023
ディレクター公園の運営管理、イベント企画、広報等
2005 - 2014
WEBディレクタープロジェクトの企画、進行管理等
2018 - Current
ディレクター個人事業主として、フリーランスディレクター
イベント企画・運営、デザイン、WEBディレクション等
5.0
Rating
30
Students
269
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
14 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
💬 Free Conversation 【beginner to advanced】
A2 - C2Conversation22 lessons completed
USD 13.00+
Package with 19% off
📚 Grammar & Conversation 【Beginner to Intermediate】
A1 - B2Language Essentials226 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 17% off
【✨NEW】ビジネス日本語 ＊中級（N3）以上
B1 - C1Business5 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 17% off
【✨NEW】JLPT対策（たいさく）＊N5〜N2
A1 - C1Test Preparation2 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 17% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Vocabulary (1)
Quiz (22)
37 Reviews
Hachiko
35 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
My Japanese teacher is honestly fantastic. She’s kind, patient, and explains everything in a way that actually sticks. Even when we go over tricky grammar or new expressions, she always finds a clear and simple way to make it understandable.
I really appreciate how she tailors each lesson to what I need. She pays attention, remembers the things I struggle with, and adjusts the pace without making it feel slow or overwhelming. Every session feels comfortable, encouraging, and genuinely enjoyable.
I’ve made so much progress thanks to her teaching, and I’m excited for every lesson. She puts real care into what she does, and it shows. I’m truly grateful to be studying with her.
Dec 13, 2025
Heidi Mata
23 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Just finished my fifth Japanese lesson with なつ先生! ᵔ ᵕ ᵔ I’m really grateful for such an amazing and warm teacher. I've definitely noticed a huge improvement with my Japanese and I’m gaining more confidence to use it and have conversations with people, especially at work. Thank you always and see you next week 先生! ^_^ 🙇♀️
Oct 21, 2024
metta
30 Japanese lessons
Thank you for your patience and the lesson!
Dec 22, 2025
Jens Hanssen
10 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
ナツ、面白い話をありがとう！
文化って、食べ物とか言葉だけじゃなくて、ボディランゲージとか、あいづちとか、いろんな習慣にも関係してるって話すの、すごく楽しいね。
オーストリアやドイツでは、ほんとに人がよくジロジロ見てくるんだよ。しかも、感情のない顔で（笑）
いつかナツがオーストリアに来たら、たぶんびっくりすると思うよ〜。
日本に行ったら、落語の公演も見てみたいし、時間があれば『コクホウ』っていう映画も観てみるね！おすすめしてくれてありがとう！
じゃあ、また今度〜！
Aug 3, 2025
metta
30 Japanese lessons
Thank you for the lesson and patience!
Jan 5, 2026
Michael
3 Japanese lessons
We had a wonderful trial lesson. Natsu-sensei was very kind and helpful. She took time to understand my situation and what my needs are. I was very happy with the trial lesson.
Dec 11, 2025
Trial Lesson
USD 5.00
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