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Ayaka
Community TutorTeaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
Other
😊 From Zero to Conversation | GENKI-Based Lessons | 1,400+ Lessons | Beginners Welcome
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Spanish
Other
😊 From Zero to Conversation | GENKI-Based Lessons | 1,400+ Lessons | Beginners Welcome
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From JapanLiving in Other, Japan (12:00 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 24, 2025InterestsSports & FitnessTravelFoodMedical & HealthcareAnimation & Comics
Still can't speak despite studying? That's who I teach. 😊
I'm Ayaka, a bilingual tutor from Osaka with 1,400+ lessons. I help beginners go from "where do I start?" to real conversations in Japanese.
My 3-step approach:
📚 Build — GENKI-based grammar, step-by-step
🗣️ Speak — every point goes straight into conversation
📝 Review — personalized feedback after each lesson
Why choose me:
✅ I learned English & Spanish — I know where you struggle
✅ Osaka warmth — mistakes are welcome
✅ Message support between lessons
Travel Japan, enjoy anime, or just have a conversation — I'll guide you every step.
👉 Book a trial and let's get started!Me as a Teacher
I'm not just a tutor — I'm your Japanese learning coach. 😊
Through 1,400+ lessons, I've helped many beginners go from "I can't say anything" to having real conversations within months.
I use GENKI as my core textbook. Structured learning always works better than random studying. Already have GENKI or another textbook? Perfect — we'll use what you have.
I've struggled with English and Spanish myself, so I truly understand that frustration. My lessons are relaxed and go at your pace. This is a space where you can make mistakes and grow with confidence. 🌸 My lessons & teaching style
🟩 GENKI Textbook (Core)
Structured learning builds a foundation that lasts. Please purchase your own copy of GENKI before our lessons. Already using a different textbook? No problem — I can adapt to what you have.
🟦 From Study to Speaking — Immediately
Every grammar point goes straight into real conversation practice, turning passive knowledge into active, usable Japanese.
🎯 Fully Tailored to You
Total beginner or returning learner — I adjust the pace and content to fit your goals.
💬 Support Between Lessons
Stuck on a phrase after class? Message me anytime!My teaching material
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Text Documents
- PDF file
5.0
Rating
153
Students
691
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
83 lessons completed
USD 8.00+
【40mins / 55mins】 📚 Zero to Conversation | GENKI-Based Structured Japanese (A1–B1)
A1 - B1Language Essentials410 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 15% off
【25mins / 40mins / 55mins】🗣️ Real Japanese Conversations | Speak Naturally & Build Fluency (A2–C2)
A2 - C2Conversation174 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 10% off
【25mins 40mis 55mins】✈️ Travel-Ready Japanese | Speak Confidently in Japan from Lesson 1 (A1–A2)
A1 - A2Conversation24 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Package with 8% off
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My creations
Vocabulary (3)
Quiz (19)
75 Reviews
Lilly Mayo
2 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Miss Ayaka is very helpful in explaining words and how to apply them in conversation. I feel comfortable talking with her and she is very knowledgeable.
Mar 15, 2026
Yeo Candice
1 Japanese lesson
First lesson and Ayaka sensei structures learning needs and goes with the flow of your pace and abilities. Very understanding and nurturing teacher 🙏
Mar 31, 2026
Micah Hubbard
10 Japanese lessons
Another great lesson with Ayaka Sensei. I should have done this sooner, and I couldn't be more appreciative.
Feb 8, 2026
Micah Hubbard
10 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
As always a very helpful lesson with Ayaka Sensei. if you are on the fence or just looking around you cannot go wrong with booking a lesson with Ayaka Sensei. encouragment, explanations and fun times only. simply the best!
Feb 28, 2026
Norbi
1 Japanese lesson
Ayaka was very easy to talk to. Very attentive, quick to understand what I was trying to say, and correct me when necessary.
Mar 30, 2026
Micah Hubbard
10 Japanese lessons
Ayaka Sensei is excellent; she is very patient and helpful. No judgments, just help and encouragement. I would highly recommend Ayaka Sensei for any help you need along your Japanese language learning journey.
Feb 4, 2026
Trial Lesson
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