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Ken
Community TutorTeaches
English
Native
Japanese
Speaks
French
Spanish
5+ years of teaching experience and fully bilingual in Japanese and English
Teaches
English
Native
Japanese
Speaks
French
Spanish
5+ years of teaching experience and fully bilingual in Japanese and English
About Me
Me as a Teacher
From CanadaLiving in Calgary, Canada (22:14 UTC-06:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Mar 18, 2017InterestsMusicGamingFilms & TV SeriesTechFood
I am a Canadian that grew up speaking both English and Japanese, I've always been 'that guy' to ask how to say 'so and so' in Japanese or English
I love cooking and trying new foods. I also love to introduce people to new dishes.
I was a big comic nerd through the 90s (Xmen, Punisher, Spawn) and watching the rise of comic book based movies
My name is Ken and I am here to help you learn Japanese and help minimize your accent in English.Me as a Teacher
I teach Japanese from beginner all the way through to upper intermediates. I have many different lesson styles and will adapt to fit your particular needs.
My strength as an English teacher is to help you attain a more 'Americanized' accent. 5.0
Rating
614
Students
6,642
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
English Lessons
English
Japanese
Trial Lesson
324 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
*CLOSED* * only for existing students before 2021 *
A1 - C2Language Essentials583 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
English * new students *
A1 - B1Conversation180 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 5% off
Availability
799 Reviews
All
English
Japanese
Louise
70 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Highly recommended!
Ken is simply fantastic. He has a natural gift for teaching and can explain what appear to be the most complex things in memorable and easy-to-digest gems.
Before, I was even not able to converse with English speakers, while, after learning with Ken, guess what, I’m giving lectures in English!!!
Classes with Ken have been so worthwhile!!!
Nov 8, 2021
15 English lessons
Teacher’s pick
Ken has been an absolutely incredible teacher all the way from minute 1. This is a great example for “Functional Japanese”. He knows how people speak Japanese, great ways to practice, as well as making it enjoyable. Learning from Ken is not a chore. If you are attempting to learn Japanese I HIGHLY recommend Ken. Fun, efficient and rewarding.
Sep 2, 2019
Cassandra
103 Japanese lessons
Ken-sensei is always easy to talk to and explains grammar/vocabulary choices thoroughly.
Feb 8, 2026
Spencer
330 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Ken has been a very patient teacher for over a year and half now. He has challenged me to take the JLPT and is always very encouraging. By far, he is the best Italki teacher I've had!
Feb 25, 2020
Cassandra
103 Japanese lessons
This lesson, we went over some Japanese songs from a show my son likes to watch. This was helpful as a mother, as a language learner, and to help me understand more cultural nuances.
Mar 21, 2026
Jemma
1 English lesson
very patient, and keep asking my needs. Looking forward to studying with Ken.
Oct 20, 2025
Trial Lesson
USD 6.00
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