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Teru Maejima
Community TutorTeaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
German
Other
Sushi Chef Turned Japanese Tutor — English-Friendly! 🍣
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
German
Other
Sushi Chef Turned Japanese Tutor — English-Friendly! 🍣
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From JapanLiving in Other, Japan (06:45 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Jul 29, 2025InterestsFoodHistoryMarketingAnimation & ComicsTravel
Hello! My name is Teru, and I am a native Japanese speaker living in Tokyo with over three years of experience teaching the language. After graduating from a university in London and studying at a sushi academy in Tokyo, I've had many opportunities to interact with people from all over the world. My four years of marketing experience also allow me to teach a wide range of topics, from casual conversation to business Japanese.Since I can provide support in English, beginners can feel at ease!
こんにちは！東京に住んでいるてるです。
日本語ネイティブで、これまで3年以上日本語を教えてきました。
ロンドンの大学を卒業後、東京の寿司アカデミーでも学び、海外の方と関わる機会をたくさん持ってきました。また、マーケティングの仕事を4年間していた経験もあり、日常会話からビジネス日本語まで幅広く対応できます。
アニメとお寿司と登山が大好きです！
英語でのサポートもできますので、初心者の方も安心してください。Me as a Teacher
My teaching philosophy centers on making Japanese "understandable," "usable," and "fun." I don't just teach grammar; my goal is to help you speak with confidence in real conversations.
I customize lessons to each student's goals and interests.
My lessons are ideal for:
Those who love Japanese culture and want to learn natural conversation.
Students preparing for the JLPT (N5 to N1).
Professionals needing business Japanese.
Anyone who wants to use Japanese for travel.
私は、「わかる」「使える」「たのしい」を大切にしています。
ただ文法を教えるだけではなく、実際の会話で自信を持って話せるようになることを目指しています。
皆さんのゴールに合わせて、レッスンを柔軟にカスタマイズしています。
特にこんな方におすすめ：
・アニメやおすしなどの日本文化が好きで、自然な会話を学びたい人
・JLPT対策をしたい人（N5〜N1まで対応）
・ビジネス日本語や面接対策をしたい人
・日本での生活や旅行のために日本語を使いたい人 My lessons & teaching style
Lessons are fully customizable to your goals and level.
We can have:
Free Conversation: Casual chats about daily life, anime, travel, and more.
Structured Lessons: Using materials to focus on grammar, vocabulary, and pronunciation.
Exam Preparation: Practice for the JLPT, interviews, or speeches.
Business Japanese: I can help you with emails, honorifics (keigo), and presentation skills.
Beginners are welcome! I will guide you with simple Japanese and English support.
レッスン内容は、あなたの希望やレベルに合わせて自由に決められます。
たとえば：
・フリートーク：日常会話、アニメや旅行の話など
・教材ありのレッスン：文法・語彙・発音練習
・試験対策：JLPT、面接、スピーチ練習
・ビジネス日本語：メール、敬語、プレゼンの練習も対応可能
初心者の方には、やさしい日本語＋英語サポートで丁寧に教えます。
間違えても大丈夫！間違いこそが上達のカギです。
リラックスして、楽しく学びましょう！My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Image files
- Articles and news
- Homework Assignments
Teaching experience
2015 - 2019
教師
Education
2019 - 2020
Master's - Sociology of Education
2015 - 2019
Bachelor’s - 教育学
2023 - 2024
Other - SUSHI
Work Experience
2021 - 2024
マーケティング
5.0
Rating
12
Students
69
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
91%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
3 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
やさしい日本語ではなそう！はじめての会話レッスン Let’s Start Speaking Easy Japanese with English support!
A1 - A2Language Essentials41 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 18% off
《初級〜中級》日本で使える！日常会話マスターレッスン 【Daily Japanese】Master Real-Life Phrases for Everyday Use
A2 - B1Conversation23 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 18% off
【仕事で使える日本語】ビジネス会話の第一歩 [Japanese for Work] First Steps in Business Conversation
B1 - C1Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 16% off
【聞いてわかる日本語】リスニング集中トレーニング [Understand Spoken Japanese] Intensive Listening Practice
A2 - C1Conversation2 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 16% off
Learn Authentic Sushi from a Japanese Chef in Japan
B1 - C1Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
Package with 16% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
My creations
Quiz (3)
13 Reviews
Jay
6 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I highly recommend Teru-sensei!
You can easily practice and build a correct and natural conversational output in a relaxed manner. He explained the things and topics I asked in a very detailed way since he is also fluent in English. He corrects your mistakes in a way that you can easily understand and remember. You will learn a lot of new things from Teru-sensei. Will book again!
Sep 3, 2025
Kenny Beechner
2 Japanese lessons
Teru is a wonderful teacher. He is great teaching the language in a way that is easy for begginers but also integrating cultural lessons for those who are interested in traveling to Japan and learning about cultural events and activities! I am excited for our next lesson!
Dec 21, 2025
Christina
12 Japanese lessons
Thank you for another helpful lesson, Teru-san 😊 また来週 !
Oct 16, 2025
Avery Ginsberg
3 Japanese lessons
Teru-san made our first lesson very comfortable. He knows when to use English, but focuses on Japanese well. He is very kind and smart! You can tell he really cares and knows what he is talking about. That's a good combo!
Dec 21, 2025
Kenny Beechner
2 Japanese lessons
Teru was an excelent teacher i cant wait for our next Lesson
Dec 18, 2025
Christina
12 Japanese lessons
Thank you for another fun and productive lesson 😊 また来週!!
Oct 3, 2025
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