Norie O
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Norie O
Professional Teacher![]()
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Chinese (Mandarin)
French
Other
Specialties
MedicalKidsBeginners and Kids welcome🧸Anime voice acting🎤Language consultant💪Boost your Japanese skill🔥
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Chinese (Mandarin)
French
Other
Specialties
MedicalKidsBeginners and Kids welcome🧸Anime voice acting🎤Language consultant💪Boost your Japanese skill🔥
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From JapanLiving in Other, Japan (06:04 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 28, 2024InterestsTravelAnimation & ComicsHistoryReadingFood
こんにちは！I’m Norie, your Japanese language consultant from Mie, Japan. 🌊✨
As a mom of three and a former nurse, I *love* helping beginners, kids, and busy parents learn practical Japanese—whether for travel, anime fandom, or caregiving work. Having studied Chinese and French myself, I understand the challenges of language learning and make lessons fun yet structured.
When I’m not teaching, you’ll find me practicing Iaido (samurai swordsmanship! ⚔️) or diving into manga—perfect for casual conversation practice. Let’s boost your confidence together! 🎤🔥Me as a Teacher
I come from Hyogo Prefecture, near Osaka. I finished university in Japan and worked as a nurse in Tokyo and Osaka. I also learned voice acting and announcing, and how to speak in a standard Japanese accent, even though I originally spoke in the Kansai dialect.
Back in university, I studied a bit of Chinese, so I know how tough it can be to learn a new language. Recently, I've been helping businesspeople learn English as a consultant.
I've been a Japanese language teacher since 2022.My lessons & teaching style
As a Japanese teacher, my goal is to help students communicate politely using correct grammar. I also want them to learn the difference between chatting with friends and talking in a more formal way for business.
One of my students, who started as a total beginner, can now talk to customers using simple Japanese after a year of learning. They improved fast because they not only came to class but also did their homework.
I like talking while looking at faces without using many slides. Let's study together in a fun and friendly way. If needed or requested, I'll use slides to explain things clearly. Don't worry if you make a mistake in Japanese. I will correct and write in Google Docs.My teaching material
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Articles and news
- PDF file
- Audio files
- Flashcards
- Text Documents
- Quizzes
- Image files
- Video files
Certificates
日本語教育能力検定試験 - 日本国際教育支援協会 - 2023
Certificate verified
J-shine - 特定非営利活動法人 小学校英語教育推進協議会 - 2020To obtain this certification, you need to learn about children's education and language development.
With this certification, I can teach language in elementary school.
Certificate verified
Nurse - Ministry of Health, Labour and Welfare - 2002It was required to enter a certain school to get the certification and training on the certain field. Only people who have this certification can work as nurses.
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2022 - Current
一般
Education
1998 - 2022
Bachelor’s - 看護
Work Experience
2002 - 2023
一般
2022 - 2024
Consultant
2021 - Current
Navigator
5.0
Rating
36
Students
196
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
22 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Japanese for adult ; Tailor-made lessons with textbooks, anime, cultural articles, etc.
A1 - C2Language Essentials52 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 10% off
Free conversation for adults
A2 - C2Conversation65 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 10% off
Kids Japanese Lesson🐥
A1 - C2Kids46 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 10% off
Travel Japanese
A1 - C2Conversation2 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
Package with 10% off
Pair Japanese Lesson (Parent-child, siblings etc.)
A1 - C2Language Essentials9 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 10% off
Japanese for care workers and nurses ; Kaigo no nihongo/Kango no Nihongo
A1 - C2Medical0 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 12% off
Availability
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Quiz (5)
16 Reviews
Kayt
4 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I super recommend her . She is super sweet and have a lot of passion. She explains if you don’t understand and the classes is really fun.
Apr 15, 2025
John S.
44 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Norie sensei has been extremely patient with me, and listens and helps. I've been studying by myself for a long period of time. Despite that, I knew I would have to get the courage to make mistakes and practice my conversation skills.
I went from extremely nervous to looking forward for a chance to practice again. This is one of the best things I've ever done for my studies.
Aug 7, 2024
Kobe Kobayashi
7 Japanese lessons
Thank you for your patience and energy in teaching my boys!
Jun 6, 2025
Gabriel or Lyndsey
12 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Excellent teacher for a first-time 11-year old learner. She was patient walking into a new learner at a beginner level. We are looking forward to working with her again soon!
Mar 19, 2025
Gabriel or Lyndsey
12 Japanese lessons
Highly encouraging instructor - recommend 10/10! A+++!
Jun 11, 2025
Gabriel or Lyndsey
12 Japanese lessons
Some connectivity issues likely due to poor weather in our area, very minimal. Teacher continues to encourage student through material at an appropriate rate! Fantastic teacher.
Jun 4, 2025
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