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Takako Kobayashi
Community TutorTeaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
French
Portuguese
26 years as a singing & voice teacher, now sharing Japanese songs and language lessons on italki.
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
French
Portuguese
26 years as a singing & voice teacher, now sharing Japanese songs and language lessons on italki.
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
From JapanLiving in Tokyo, Japan (19:18 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 8, 2020InterestsArtTravelFoodMusicHistory
Hello! My name is Takako, a cheerful and patient Japanese teacher living in Japan. I am also a professional singer and voice instructor, which gives me a unique perspective on teaching with rhythm, clear pronunciation, and confidence. Teaching and connecting with people is my passion.
I have also been a student on italki, learning English, French, Portuguese, and more, so I understand how challenging learning a new language can be. In my lessons, we focus on daily conversation, grammar, or even Japanese songs if you like. Your everyday life can be your best learning material! I strive to make lessons relaxing, motivating, and supportive, helping you enjoy learning Japanese naturally.Me as a Teacher
I am a voice and singing teacher with over 26 years of experience, teaching students from many countries, often using Japanese songs to learn the language. I have organized concerts and voice seminars, and some private students have studied with me for over 20 years. As an italki tutor, I create lessons tailored to each student—conversation, grammar, or Japanese through music. I share documents, record audio for homework, and support each student’s goals. Teaching is my passion, and students’ smiles are my greatest motivation.
歌と声の先生として26年以上の経験があります。世界中の生徒に日本語や歌を通して教え、コンサートやセミナーも企画運営しています。プライベートの生徒の中には20年以上学ぶ方もいます。italkiでは、一人ひとりに合わせた会話、文法、日本語学習を提供し、資料の共有や音声宿題でサポートします。生徒の笑顔は、私の最大の励みです。 My lessons & teaching style
Please feel free to ask about lesson times and content. I create lessons tailored to each student’s needs. Basically, lessons focus on conversation, using topics you are interested in to learn pronunciation, vocabulary, and grammar naturally. I can also share documents to track your progress and make the lessons interactive.
If you enjoy Japanese songs, we can use them to study deeply—understanding meaning, practicing intonation, rhythm, and singing along with the melody. I would be happy to support your goals and make learning enjoyable.レッスン時間や内容についてお気軽にお問い合わせください。生徒一人ひとりに合わせたレッスンを提供します。基本は会話中心ですが、日常会話や興味のあるテーマを使って発音、語彙、文法を自然に学びます。日本語の歌に興味がある方は、意味の理解、イントネーション、リズム、メロディーに合わせた歌唱練習を通して、深く学べます。5.0
Rating
197
Students
2,602
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
89 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
♪さぁ、たくさん話しましょう！Come and learn Japanese through natural conversation!
A2 - B2Conversation1,793 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 10% off
♪歌って知る、覚える、日本語！Learn Japanese thought Japanese songs with professional singer TAKAKO❤️※こちらのコースは、少なくてもレッスン希望日の３日前に連絡を取り合う必要があります。お互い予習が必要です。
A2 - C1Language Essentials281 lessons completed
USD 36.00
Package with 10% off
♪若者よ、大志を抱け！Under 23 years old（for school students course）⭐︎ Come and learn Japanese through natural conversation!
A2 - B2Conversation439 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 10% off
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657 Reviews
Philip
10 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I'm so happy to find Takako Sensei. Our lesson today was truly filled with energetic and natural conversation topics. Thank you so much Italki for having Takako Sensei! 10 stars: ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Nov 26, 2025
MC.
209 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
We had a really fun lesson! We talked about a podcast we had both listened to. Then Sensei encouraged me to think about how I would talk about this topic from the perspective of my own country. I got to try talking about challenging topics such as the history of my country. I appreciate how Sensei is helping me strengthen my listening and speaking skills, and teaching me great expressions and vocabulary words so I can express myself more precisely. Thank you as always!
Mar 7, 2023
Vaughn Miles
88 Japanese lessons
Never a dull moment in a class with Takako San. The conversations are fun and free flowing and teacher is always spot on.
Dec 21, 2025
Vaughn Miles
88 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I love my classes with Takako San because we can talk about anything. And this is ;possible because I have learned so much with Takako San as my teacher. Thank you sensei!
Mar 10, 2024
Vaughn Miles
88 Japanese lessons
Best way ever to end the year with a class with Akiko San. Could not have been more fun.
Dec 28, 2025
Vaughn Miles
88 Japanese lessons
Lessons with Takako San are so much fun, and very educational as well.
Dec 6, 2025
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