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Anri
Professional TeacherTeaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Chinese (Mandarin)
Other
Specialties
BusinessKidsCertified Japanese tutor (8+ yrs) for Kids, Beginners, Business & Travel Survival Japanese
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Chinese (Mandarin)
Other
Specialties
BusinessKidsCertified Japanese tutor (8+ yrs) for Kids, Beginners, Business & Travel Survival Japanese
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From JapanLiving in Geneva, Switzerland (18:54 UTC+02:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 26, 2025InterestsFilms & TV SeriesFoodAnimation & ComicsHistoryTravel
I am a native Japanese born in Yokohama, south of Tokyo, currently living in Geneva, Switzerland. I am fluent in both English and Japanese and I plan to teach in both languages during my Japanese lessons.
For beginners, I find it best to start with basic grammar and vocabulary. For intermediate level and above, it depends on your preferences; we can focus on conversation or working on the JLPT exam, reading news articles together, etc.Me as a Teacher
I am a certified Japanese tutor and have 8 years’ experience working as a program coordinator for technical trainees, nurses and caregivers from East Asian countries. I teach not only the Japanese language but also Japanese corporate culture.
If you are starting a new job with a Japanese firm, or have a temporary posting in Japan, I can help you prepare and acquire the language and other related skills necessary to succeed!
I not only have experience teaching Japanese to business professionals, but also to international students aiming to enter Japanese universities and small children. My lessons & teaching style
I have:
- Over 8 years’ experience giving Japanese lessons
- Worked with children, adults, business professionals, foreign technical trainees, nurses and caregivers from East Asian countries
- I use “Genki” or “Minna no Nihongo” as the textbook for beginners, but an important part of our lesson is to encourage you speak.
- For young learners, I use kawaii (cute) puppets in the lesson. The textbooks are specially designed for children, featuring many adorable illustrations, making it an enjoyable experience for them. I also have a Japanese childcare work licence.
In the trial lesson, we will decide on your needs and you will get an idea of my style of lesson.My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Video files
- Flashcards
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Training Program for Teaching Business Japanese - NPO Research Institute for Japanese Language - 2026Successfully completed a training program for teaching business Japanese for workplace communication, commissioned by the Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT), Japan.
Certificate verified
AJLC認定こども日本語指導者 - 国際こども日本語教育協会 - 2024I can teach Japanese to children (from around five years old) in a fun and effective way.
Certificate verified
合格証書 - 財団法人日本国際教育支援協会 - 2011プロの日本語講師として外国人に日本語を教えることができます。
Certificate verified
日本語教師養成講座420時間コース修了証書 - KEC日本語学院 - 2009プロの日本語講師として外国人に日本語を教えることができます。
Certificate verified
Teaching experience
2024 - Current
Japanese Tutor
2014 - 2015
Japanese teacherI taught Japanese to international students aiming to enter Japanese universities.
2007 - 2013
Program CoordinatorI have seven years of experience as a training coordiantor for technical trainees, nurses, and care workers from East Asian countries. In addition to teaching the Japanese language, I have also provided instruction on Japanese corporate culture.
Education
1999 - 2003
Bachelor’s - International RelationsI doubled majored in International Relations and East Asian Languages and Cultures
Work Experience
2006 - 2007
一般I was in charge of overseas payroll in the Human Resources Department of a major Japanese trading company.
2004 - 2006
Administrative OfficerManagement of embassy drivers and providing support for ministers and members of parliament (MPs).
5.0
Rating
5
Students
93
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
3 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Japanese for Adult (16+ year) ; Textbook lesson
A1 - C2Language Essentials64 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 12% off
Japanese for Children【Beginner Course】にこにこにほんごレッスン1
A1 - A2Kids24 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 12% off
Japanese for Children 2 【Elementary Course】にこにこにほんごレッスン2
A1 - A2Kids0 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 12% off
Japanese Lessons for Children 3【Advanced Course】にこにこにほんごレッスン3
A2 - B2Kids2 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 13% off
Free Conversation for JLPT N1 and N2 Level
B2 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 13% off
🌸🗾Survival Japanese for Travelers🗾🌸| Speak from Day 1 (Beginner-Friendly)
A1 - B2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 30.00
Package with 4% off
Business Trip Japanese💼Survival Japanese for Meetings & Work (Beginner-Friendly)
A1 - B2Business0 lessons completed
USD 30.00
Package with 4% off
Availability
3 Reviews
Olivier Oosterbaan
18 Japanese lessons
I would definitely recommend Anri-San for other young students and here is why!
I think that she really makes the lessons more personal and when we practice there is not one right answer like I am taking a test, but it is like an actual way to practice talking.
She also prepares subjects that are not officially in the method she uses but are about Japanese holidays or customs and they are very fun to learn about.
I think she really deserves more student because she is a really great teacher and a nice person.
Rebecca, Amsterdam, 11 years old.
Mar 25, 2026
Wenjing
43 Japanese lessons
Had a few lessons and really enjoying them! I'm a total beginner, but Anri explains everything clearly in English and adjusts the lessons to fit my needs. Also gives helpful tips for remembering words.
Apr 18, 2025
Felix
16 Japanese lessons
Anri-san has been the greatest help I could ask for in my Japanese learning journey. I tend to overthink minor points a lot and ask a lot of questions as a result, and Anri-san always answers whatever question I might have swiftly and clearly. She's been nothing but patient with me, and I look forward to every lesson. Cannot recommend her enough!
Mar 24, 2026
Trial Lesson
USD 10.00
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