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Mayu | UK-Based 🇬🇧
Japanese
Native
English
Chinese (Mandarin)

From Japan

Living in Other, United Kingdom

✨🌎 Perfect for UK, Europe & Nearby Time Zones 🌎 ✨ Speaking Practice | Grammar | 4,000+ Lessons Konnichiwa! Eager to speak Japanese, but overwhelmed by complex grammar or afraid of making mistakes? You are in the right place. I’m Mayu, a certified, full-time Japanese tutor based in the UK. With over 4,000 online lessons taught, I specialize in helping adult learners (18+) build real, natural speaking confidence. Having lived in the US, Canada, Australia, and the UK—as well as working professionally in Japan—I know how intimidating navigating a new language and culture can be. My classroom is a patient, supportive space where you can make mistakes comfortably and ask questions freely. ✨ What I Offer 🌸 Building Strong Foundations (Zero to Pre-Intermediate) Step-by-step guidance using my original, visual materials. Complex rules become simple with clear, nuanced English explanations. No prior reading or writing skills required! 💬 Conversational Fluency (A2–C1) Move beyond textbook Japanese. Enjoy engaging discussions with detailed feedback on natural phrasing, nuance, and pronunciation. ✈️ Practical Travel Japanese Essential, polite phrases for dining, transport, shopping, and cultural situations. Feel prepared and confident for your trip. 🎯 Targeted JLPT Prep (N5–N3) Structured grammar breakdowns, key vocabulary, and smart test strategies tailored to your goals. 🌸 In Your Trial Lesson We will discuss your goals, assess your level and map out a clear study plan. Ready to speak Japanese with ease? Book your trial, and let's get started!
My teaching material
  • PDF file
  • Text Documents
  • Presentation slides/PPT
  • Image files
  • Articles and news
  • Test templates and examples
  • Graphs and charts
  • Homework Assignments
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Food
Trial Lesson
1 lessons completed
USD 5.00+
🍀 Japanese for Beginners JLPT N5 Level Grammar
A1
Language Essentials
3 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
5% off
💭 Conversation with Corrections (A2-C1)
A2-C1
Conversation
17 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
5% off
📚 Japanese for Beginners JLPT N4 Level Grammar
A1-A2
Language Essentials
4 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
5% off
✈ Travel Japanese for Anxious Travelers
A1-A2
Language Essentials
0 lessons completed
USD 16.00+
2% off
✏ JLPT (N5-N3) Exam Preparation Course
A2-B1
Language Essentials
0 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
5% off
Djowieさんとのレッスン
A2-B1
Language Essentials
31 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
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Student Djowie Snijders
Djowie Snijders
35 Japanese lessons
We have been proceeding steadily with the grammar lessons, and the exercises sprinkled in really help you retain what you learned. Happy with the progress I have made!
Student Simich
Simich
2 Japanese lessons
Today was our second lesson, and Mayu-sensei's supportive style helped me relax and speak more fluently. I still forgot a lot of grammar and vocabulary, but she was able to scaffold the conversation, allowing us to discuss several topics. 頑張り続けます。ありがとうございます
Axl
1 Japanese lesson
Mayu made me feel at ease when learning new vocabulary and she is more than willing to give further explanation when required. She is patient and calm which helps when you are trying to get pronunciation correct. 5*
Student Djowie Snijders
Djowie Snijders
35 Japanese lessons
Mayu-san explains grammar concepts very patiently, and has made slides so you will get the information visually too. Very helpful, and effective!
Student Simich
Simich
2 Japanese lessons
I haven't spoken Japanese for a long time and Mayu-sensei was patient and supportive as I searched for the vocabulary and grammar. She made suggestions to help me form my sentences and repeated back my phrases with some gentle corrections. I would like to keep learning to try to regain some fluency.