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Ken
Japanese
English
Native
French
Spanish

From Canada

Living in Calgary, Canada

5+ years of teaching experience and fully bilingual in Japanese and English 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. 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.
My teaching material
  • Flashcards
  • Articles and news
  • Text Documents
  • Image files
  • Video files
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Interests

Music
Gaming
Films & TV Series
Tech
Food
Trial Lesson
336 lessons completed
USD 6.00+
*CLOSED* Only for students before 2021
A1-C2
Language Essentials
1,950 lessons completed
USD 14.00
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A1-B1
Language Essentials
1,414 lessons completed
USD 21.00
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For beginners·274
Student Louise
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!!!
Student Skyeweldon@gmail.com
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.
Student Cassandra
Cassandra
108 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.
Student Spencer
Spencer
332 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!
Student Koichi Shiraishi
Koichi Shiraishi
1 English lesson
Ken-sensei listened carefully to my requests and concerns. He is a very dedicated teacher. Thank you very much.
Student Cassandra
Cassandra
108 Japanese lessons
Ken-sensei is always easy to talk to and explains grammar/vocabulary choices thoroughly.