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Max
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Japanese
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Korean
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Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Korean
Thai
About Me
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From JapanLiving in Kobe, Japan (22:36 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since May 3, 2021InterestsBusiness & FinanceTravelFood
Hi! My name is Max. I’m a native Japanese speaker from Kobe, Japan and I can’t wait to be your Japanese teacher. When I was in high school, I had a chance to study abroad. I went to the United States and graduated from high school and university. There, I majored in Linguistics and learned how to teach English. I was working as a recruiter hiring non-Japanese people who are interested in working in Japan and Japanese people who were studying overseas wanting to get a job when they return. I was also a trainer helping people to become a teacher. So, I love traveling! I have lived and worked in LA, Chicago and NYC in the past. I have traveled to many other countries.
I have started teaching as a teaching assistant in Japanese classes when I was going to college. For the last 20 years, I've been helping new employees to get adjusted to their lives in Japan. Teaching basic Japanese was one of the support I was providing. I have helped my friends to pass JLPT. I have also supported foreign tourists as a volunteer guide in Tokyo, Osaka and Hiroshima. Therefore, I am confident that I can support beginner level students well. I love seeing their smiles when they were able to use the language that they learned with locals. That’s the best thing when you are learning a new language. We will talk a lot in my class. That's the best way to gain confidence.
When you take a class with me, I will make a customized lesson that is relevant to your needs. My lessons are designed with your goal...My teaching material
- Image files
- Video files
- PDF file
- Articles and news
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Text Documents
- Quizzes
- Flashcards
Certificates
Japanese Lesson Teaching Course (420HRS) - Human Academy - 2022
Certificate verified
Eiken Grade 1 - STEP - 2016
Certificate verified
CTT+ - CompTIA - 2015Trainer Certificate
Certificate verified
Education
1994 - 1997
Bachelor’s - LinguisticsMajored in Linguistics (TESL option)
Work Experience
1997 - 2021
RecruiterAs a recruiter, I was assigned to live and work in New York and Chicago. I have been traveling overseas to hire new candidates, but currently I am based in Japan for more than a year.
5.0
Rating
67
Students
1,351
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
38 lessons completed
USD 12.00+
Business Japanese / Interview Practice / Free Conversation (Advanced)
B2 - C2Language Essentials337 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 6% off
Free Conversation with Max
A1 - B2Conversation976 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 8% off
Availability
100 Reviews
Hugo
22 Japanese lessons
Great lesson again with Max, who helps me prepare for JLPT with adequate resources. His level of English is also very useful to provide clear explanations.
May 12, 2026
Bruno Antony
99 Japanese lessons
I've written a review before but it was some years ago, so I'll update. Max-sensei is an extraordinary teacher: a charismatic who uses his lively personality to get you talking, and knows how to correct you without inhibiting you. He carries my highest recommendation.
Mar 21, 2026
Hugo
22 Japanese lessons
Once again, great lesson with Max.
May you wish to practice your conversation freely, your reading, or prepare for JLPT, Max will be resourceful. He also speaks English fluently, which makes his explanations flawless.
Jan 26, 2026
Dorothy Hanchey
1 Japanese lesson
Max was fantastic! He was my first trial lesson for Japanese conversation and I was very impressed. He confirmed that I am an intermediate learner and provided steady feedback and provided the right words when I couldn’t think of them. He was very kind and encouraging. I highly recommend Max!
May 5, 2026
Hugo
22 Japanese lessons
Another great lesson with Max. While many tutors will help by correcting your Japanese as you speak, Max actively pushes your it further by explaining clearly, and inciting you to use new grammar and vocabulary.
Mar 2, 2026
フィリップ
1 Japanese lesson
楽しかったです。
ありがとうございました！
Nov 5, 2025
Trial Lesson
USD 12.00
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