Japanese teacher Yuki

Yuki

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Japanese teacher with 15+ years of experience. Clear grammar explanations!
From JapanLiving in Fukuoka, Japan (18:04 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 31, 2015
InterestsTechTravelScienceGamingHistory
Hello! I'm a Japanese teacher living in Fukuoka with my husband and our 9-year-old daughter. I lived in Melbourne, Australia, from 2009 to 2016, which enriched me with a diverse cultural background. I love learning and discussing a wide range of topics including cultures from Japan and other countries, technology, politics, investments, travel, and life. My hobbies include traveling, gaming, collecting miniatures, reading, and visiting shrines. I am excited about the opportunity to speak with many people through customized lessons tailored to each student's interests! Hello! I obtained my certification as a Japanese teacher in 2009 and taught at a Japanese language school in Melbourne from 2010 to 2016. After returning to Japan in 2016, I started teaching on italki, where I've conducted over 6,800 lessons for more than 300 students. My lessons cover all levels, from beginner to advanced, and are tailored to meet students' needs, including JLPT preparation, travel phrases, and everyday conversation. I use plenty of illustrations and sometimes English to help beginners feel comfortable. I always strive to create a relaxed and enjoyable learning environment with a friendly approach. I look forward to meeting you in our lessons! 【 Beginners are welcomed! 】 I use "Minna no Nihongo" (or "GENKI" for student's requests) and a lot of visual materials for beginners. For intermediate and advanced students, I use textbooks that you want to use , some articles, sometimes youtube videos...
My teaching material
  • PDF file
  • Text Documents
  • Presentation slides/PPT
  • Flashcards
  • Homework Assignments
  • Quizzes
  • Test templates and examples
  • Articles and news
  • Image files
  • Video files
5.0
Rating
327
Students
7623
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate

Japanese Lessons

Trial Lesson
204 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Discover Japanese: Exclusive 30% Off Trial Offer for New Students
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

451 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
General Japanese (Lv1&Lv2)
A1 -  A2

Language Essentials

4,242 lessons completed
USD 40.00+
Package with 5% off
Conversational Japanese
A1 -  C2

Conversation

1,126 lessons completed
USD 40.00+
Package with 5% off
General Japanese for two people
A1 -  C2

Language Essentials

209 lessons completed
USD 60.00+
Package with 3% off
Intermediate and Advanced General Japanese Course
B1 -  C2

Language Essentials

29 lessons completed
USD 48.00+
Package with 5% off

Availability

1,655 Reviews

Student Ted
Ted
141 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
We have been taking lessons with Yuki-sensei for over 5 years. She is an amazing teacher, and extremely patient. She can help you with your Japanese if you are just starting, an advanced student, or anywhere in-between. She is always on time, prepared, and has never missed a lesson. If you are looking to level up your Japanese, I would highly recommend Yuki-sensei.
May 2, 2025
Chris
161 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Yuki sensei is incredibly warm, relatable, and so easy to talk to about any topic. There’s never a dull class with her. She’s also always so well-prepared with teaching materials as well as conversation points. She’s never just flipping through a PDF/PPT. It’s always interactive and she uses other tools such as note cards and writing things on the whiteboard. Every class touches on grammar, vocabulary, speaking, and listening. She’s great at explaining when you don’t understand something. She truly cares about your progress, not to mention you as a person. She’s great, can’t recommend her enough!
Feb 19, 2025
Student Donald Ash
Donald Ash
31 Japanese lessons
Another great lesson today! Thank you for providing me with extra context for grammar I was fuzzy on.
May 18, 2026
Student Brittany Goddard
Brittany Goddard
67 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I've been learning Japanese with Yuki Sensei for the past seven months, and I couldn't be happier with my progress! She is an incredibly patient and encouraging tutor who always tailors lessons to my needs. Whether it's grammar, conversation, or cultural insights, Yuki Sensei makes learning both fun and effective. She explains concepts clearly and provides plenty of practice to help reinforce what I've learned. Her friendly and supportive teaching style makes me feel comfortable speaking Japanese, even when I make mistakes. She always provides constructive feedback and motivates me to keep improving. If you're looking for a knowledgeable and engaging Japanese tutor, I highly recommend Yuki Sensei!
Mar 10, 2025
Student Donald Ash
Donald Ash
31 Japanese lessons
I struggled today, but I appreciate Yuki Sensei's patience. I'll have to go back and review what gave me trouble. Maybe I'll be better next time I encounter a similar sticky point.
May 22, 2026
Student Donald Ash
Donald Ash
31 Japanese lessons
Another great reading lesson that was well-explained! I like that Yuki Sensei gets me to think about questions without just just giving me the answers - it forces me to use my own Japanese understanding to have those "ah-hah" moments.
May 15, 2026