Wherever you are in your Japanese journey, I'll get you to that 'wait, I understood that!' moment!
Teaches
Japanese
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English
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Test Preparation
Business
Wherever you are in your Japanese journey, I'll get you to that 'wait, I understood that!' moment!
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From JapanLiving in Melbourne, Australia (09:01 UTC+10:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 20, 2021
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■ About Me
Hi everyone, I’m Mayumi, but you can call me May! I’ve been teaching Japanese in Melbourne, Australia for 10+ years and am proud to be ranked in the top 1% of Japanese teachers on italki. I also have experience as an instructor for Japanese Teacher Training Courses.
Before teaching, I worked for 8 years as an Executive Assistant at a major gaming company in Tokyo, so I can help with not only daily conversation, but also Business Japanese, polite expressions, and workplace manners for those planning to live, study, or work in Japan. I’m relaxed, friendly, and easy-going, and I love making your Japanese journey fun and rewarding.
■ Lesson Style
I always take time to understand each student’s goals and learning style, then create lessons that match their needs. My classes are enjoyable, stress-free, and easy to follow, helping students feel confident to participate. My teaching style is mainly Japanese-only, adjusted to your level, but English explanations are also available when needed.
■ How I Can Help You
I teach a wide range of Japanese skills, from beginner conversation to advanced speaking, Business Japanese, and practical communication. I speak clearly, provide visual materials (especially for beginners), and focus on speaking practice with natural correction to improve fluency and confidence. My goal is that after every lesson, you leave with something useful you can use in real life!
I am looking forward to meeting you soon :)
Japanese Teacher Training Course - Japan Australia Language Centre - 2013
Certificate verified
Education
2000 - 2004
Bachelor’s - Education / EnglishUniversity
Work Experience
2013 - 2020
Full-time Japanese TecherJapaneasy - Melbourne, Australia
2004 - 2012
Full-time Executive AssistantMARUHAN - Tokyo, JapanGained excellent Japanese business manners and professional honorific Japanese
5.0
Rating
254
Students
4,833
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
254
Students
4833
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
171 lessons completed
USD 18.00+
General Japanese : Beginner - Advanced ★ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS WELCOME
A1 - C2Language Essentials2,572 lessons completed
USD 48.00+
Package with 12% off
JLPT Exam Preparation : N5, N4, N3, N2, N1
A2 - C2Test Preparation680 lessons completed
USD 55.50
Package with 11% off
Conversation / Speech Practice with Detailed Corrections
A2 - C2Conversation1,094 lessons completed
USD 43.00+
Package with 12% off
Job interviews & Effective Business Communication
C1 - C2Business167 lessons completed
USD 59.00
Package with 6% off
【 NEW ! 】Semi-Private Lesson - Bring a person that you know in the lesson!
A1 - C2Language Essentials133 lessons completed
USD 35.00+
Package with 8% off
Writing Correction【 ※ NOT A VIDEO SESSION 】
A1 - C2Language Essentials16 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
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357 Reviews
Jacquie Tran
22 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I have been doing conversation lessons with May-san once a week for about a month and I am really enjoying it! After studying Japanese independently for 2 years, my understanding and confidence has improved a lot in the short time I have been tutored by May-san. She is friendly, patient, and has a good feel for when to let the conversation flow and when to pause to provide correction and guidance. I am only at the beginning of my Japanese learning journey, so I felt nervous about taking on immersion-style lessons at first but May-san is clearly a skilled and experienced teacher who has tailored our classes together to be appropriately challenging for my current level. まゆみ先生、ありがとうございます!
Nov 6, 2024
Tuffy
17 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
先生のレッスンはとても専門的で、敬語の基本からビジネスでよく使える日本語を全部学ぶことができます。
おかげで、私は履歴書を完成することから面接を成功することをできました。
もし、日本企業で働きたい外国の方があれば、先生のレッスンをお勧めです!
In May-Sensei's lessons, you can learn from the foundamental of the Honorific speech of Japanese to the phrases of Japanese for business purpose.
Thanks to May-Sensei, I have successfully finished my Japanese resume and passed the interview.
If you are a non-Japanese speaking person but would like to work in Japanese company, I strongly recommed May-Sensei's lessons to you!
Jan 31, 2023
Ali.
30 Japanese lessons
May sensei is very creative and helpful to provide the customized and effective way in addressing student's need and level of language.
Mar 10, 2026
Eveline
49 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
May先生 is truly an amazing teacher. Every lesson is consistent in quality and May’s ability to explain grammar (in all Japanese) in an easy-to-understand way is unmatchable! I struggled going through 新完全マスターN3 by myself and dropped it. With May先生, I not only have now finished the book, but also understood FAR more than I thought. My goal is the N2 test, so I’m excited to work with May to achieve my goal of N2 in 2024 :)! Thank you May and I can’t wait to see you in my next lesson!
Mar 2, 2023
Andrew Fish
6 Japanese lessons
Mayumi was so welcoming and came up with the perfect plan for me to prepare for my trip to Japan.
Apr 8, 2026
Kayla Rosario
11 Japanese lessons
Lessons with Mayumi-sensei have been taking my Japanese capability to the next level! Her teaching style is very immersive and allows for intuitive learning, rather than just memorizing. We complete structured speaking practice and work on feedback to perfect it, which helps to solidify new concepts. Mayumi-sensei is a patient and enthusiastic teacher, and takes the pressure off of speaking practice and makes the lesson a comfortable and enjoyable experience. I'm looking forward to growing my Japanese language skills under Mayumi-sensei's instruction!