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Ai Funato
Japanese
Native
English
Other

From Japan

Living in Vancouver, Canada

Japanese Coach & Copywriter: Unlock Your Authentic Voice & IKIGAI 🌸 Professional Japanese Writer (20yr) × North America (19yr) Hi! I’m Ai. With 20 years of experience as a professional copywriter and 10 years as a life coach and interviewer. I specialize in helping you find your "joy of expression" in Japanese, ​ tailored perfectly to your level and interests. ​ 📚 Choose Your Style: ​ 【Beginner OK!】 Solid Foundations (Textbook-based): Solid basics using "Irodori" or simple conversation. Having spent 19 years in N. America, I know the struggle and offer full English support! ​ 【Intermediate+】 Express Yourself: "Interview-Style" Talk: As a professional interviewer, I love hearing people’s stories. I’ll help you talk about your dreams, hobbies, and life experiences in Japanese. We won’t just "study"—we’ll find the natural, authentic expressions that reflect the real YOU. ​ 【Deep Culture】 The Power of "Kotodama" (Soul of Words): Explore "Kotodama" (soul of Japanese words), mythology, and hidden gems in Japan that aren't in guidebooks. ​ ​ 🙋‍♀️ Why me? ​ 🎙️ Pro Listener: I’m an expert at creating a relaxed space where your words flow naturally. 🐙 Kansai Roots: I value humor and a warm, friendly atmosphere! 🌏 Diverse Experience: Parenting overseas, business workshops, and community organizing. Whatever your topic, I’m all ears! 💝 My name, Ai, means "Love" in Japanese. I’m here to cheer you on with all my heart to make your Japanese journey an exciting and loving one! ​ I’m looking forward to starting this journey with you! Love, Ai
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Art
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Writing
Music
Reading
🌱 Course 1: Beginner — Let's Build Your Foundation Together!
A1-B1
Conversation
27 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
13% off
🎤 Course 2: Intermediate+ — Tell Me Your Story!
A2-C2
Conversation
5 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
13% off
⛩️ Course 3: Deep Culture — The Soul of Japanese Words
B1-C2
Conversation
18 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
13% off
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For beginners·2
Anthony Herndon
2 Japanese lessons
Ai-sensei is a great communicator who has an open and friendly way of speaking. Our conversations have been a great way for me to improve my listening skills while also learning about the culture as well. She is very down to earth and patient. Would recommend her at any level!
Student Artur
Artur
1 Japanese lesson
I had a great lesson with Ai Sensei. It was a good balance between speaking practice and also learning / reviewing new grammar and vocabulary. I'm looking forward to more lessons.
Student Mai
Mai
4 Japanese lessons
Aiさん is such a cheerful and warm person! I really enjoyed our conversation, especially when we talked about kotodama, it was such a fascinating topic. I feel very lucky to have met her! If you’re interested not only in learning Japanese but also in Japanese culture and the deeper meanings behind the language, I definitely recommend giving Aiさん‘s lessons a try!