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Haruka
Japanese
Native
English
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From Japan

Living in San Francisco, United States

Fun & Friendly Japanese Conversation Tutor | Beginner Welcome:) Hello, everyone! Thank you for visiting my profile!😊 Nice to meet you! My name is Haruka. はじめまして、はるかです! I’m a native Japanese speaker from Tokyo, currently living in the U.S. I love talking with people from different countries and learning new perspectives through conversation. I believe language learning becomes much more enjoyable when you can “actually use it” with real people. That’s why I became a Japanese tutor on italki. I have a teaching license and majored in Education at university. I also completed practical training at both an elementary school and a junior high school, where I learned how to explain things clearly and support learners with patience. 🌿 My lessons are mainly conversation-based. We can talk about any topic you like, your daily life, hobbies, culture, travel, or anything you’re interested in. I will adjust my speaking speed and vocabulary to your level, so beginners are always welcome. If you want, I can also use textbooks or help you prepare for specific goals (travel, daily conversation, interviews, etc.). Just let me know in advance! My goal is to create a relaxed, friendly space where you can feel safe speaking Japanese—even if you make mistakes. Don’t worry about being perfect. Let’s enjoy speaking Japanese together!😊 I’m really looking forward to meeting you and becoming your “tomodachi.”
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Trial Lesson
64 lessons completed
USD 7.00+
Japanese Conversation Practice with a Friend
B2-C2
Language Essentials
820 lessons completed
USD 11.00+
12% off
Beginner's Japanese with a Friend
A1-A2
Language Essentials
106 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
11% off
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Student Jeremy Marr
Jeremy Marr
62 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Haruka Sensei is always great at being patient and keeping the conversation going! I still feel like I have a hard time expressing myself in Japanese, but Haruka creates a great environment for me to practice without worry. She also tries to adopt her vocabulary to your level so that you're not confused. I feel much better about my listening skills after talking on so many topics with her. I highly recommend her!
Student Yupeng Li
Yupeng Li
15 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
一番いいレッスンだと思います! 親切な話し方、自然なコミュニケーション、はるかさんは、Italkiで珍しい特色をたくさん持っています。 Highly recommended! I have been use Italki for years and there are not many teachers like Haruka, who has a very warm and friendly teaching manner. Learning in happiness!
Ellen
2 Japanese lessons
Haruka's lesson is very enjoyable. She is a compassionate teacher who listens and then creates materials to fit the student's needs.
Student Nick
Nick
6 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
はるか先生 どうもありがとうございます! Thank you for your patient and kindness. Today’s course is great and helpful. Always feel good to have conversation with Teacher Haruka. I've been looking forward to meeting you in the class ^_^ When you asked my motivation for learning Japanese, I wanted to say that actually you’re one of my motivation to learn Japanese ! It's a blessing to meet such a good teacher.
Student Adam
Adam
2 Japanese lessons
I had a great lesson from Haruka, she was super friendly and patient with my very basic questions
Student Aray
Aray
2 Japanese lessons
I really recommend Haruka sensei if you want to improve your Japanese. Currently Im preparing for JLPT and Im happy that I found a good tutor who can help me to achieve my goal!