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KANAKO FUKUSHIMA
Professional TeacherTeaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Other
Stop learning the boring way. Start learning the fun way.๐ฅฑ๐ด โ ๐๐
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Other
Stop learning the boring way. Start learning the fun way.๐ฅฑ๐ด โ ๐๐
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
Fromย JapanLiving in Kyoto, Japanย (10:44ย UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jan 22, 2025InterestsWritingMedical & HealthcareFoodAnimation & ComicsTravel
๐ Hi! I'm Kana โ a licensed Japanese teacher living in Kyoto โฉ๏ธ๐ฏ๐ต
Thinking about learning Japanese but not sure where to start? Or maybe you can read a bit but freeze up when it's time to actually speak?
I've been there with my own language learning โ and I'd love to help you break through that wall.Me as a Teacher
I've been teaching Japanese online for 4 years, and here's what I'm most proud of: 60% of my students started as complete beginners who couldn't even read hiragana. Within six months, they were chatting with me in Japanese about their weekends, their hobbies, and even their opinions. If they can do it, so can you.
I studied linguistics at university, which means I don't just teach you what to say โ I can explain why Japanese works the way it does. That "aha!" moment when grammar suddenly clicks? That's my favorite part of teaching. My lessons & teaching style
๐ Structured Lessons (Beginner โ N5)
Starting from zero? No problem! I'll guide you with my original syllabus based on GENKI & TOBIRA โ building a solid foundation in reading, grammar, and speaking at your pace. My linguistics background means I explain why Japanese works the way it does, so grammar clicks instead of feeling like memorization.
๐ฃ๏ธ Conversation Lessons (Intermediate+)
Ready to go beyond textbooks? We'll discuss topics you care about โ daily life, news, culture, hobbies, whatever sparks your curiosity. I'll help you express yourself more naturally and build real confidence.
๐ JLPT Prep available for both! Last year, 5 students passed โ N2, N3, and N4. You could be next!My teaching material
- Flashcards
- Text Documents
- Image files
- Quizzes
- PDF file
- Articles and news
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Video files
Certificates
Japanese teacher training 420-hour course - Tokyo Central Japanese language school - 2022
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2022 - Current
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Education
2017 - 2021
Bachelorโs - Department of British and American studiesComparison of Japanese and Other Languages
Work Experience
2022 - Current
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5.0
Rating
61
Students
676
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
42 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
๐ธFirst Steps in Japanese
A1Language Essentials402 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 12% off
๐Mastering Japanese Basics
A1ย -ย A2Language Essentials232 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Availability
34 Reviews
Tiana Knight
20 Japanese lessons
Teacherโs pick
I love having kana as my tutor. Weโve been working together for about 6 months now and Iโm very happy to have her as my teacher. Would t trade her for anyone else!
Apr 8, 2026
Furkan
20 Japanese lessons
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Apr 2, 2026
Furkan
20 Japanese lessons
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Mar 26, 2026
Furkan
20 Japanese lessons
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Apr 11, 2026
Lily
56 Japanese lessons
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She is a very kind, professional, helpful, and fun teacher who guides you each step of the way in your Japanese learning journey. Although I started my lessons with an understanding of some Japanese already, my fluency has improved greatly thanks to my lessons with Kana-san over the last six months. Whether you're a complete beginner or know some Japanese already, I highly recommend her!
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Mar 26, 2026
Furkan
20 Japanese lessons
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Mar 5, 2026
Trial Lesson
USD 20.00
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