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Mariko
Professional TeacherTeaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Italian
Certified Tutor☺ Supporting fun and practical Japanese learning!
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Italian
Certified Tutor☺ Supporting fun and practical Japanese learning!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
Resume & Certificates
From JapanLiving in Machida, Japan (12:39 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Apr 24, 2021InterestsTravelFoodPets & Animals
🌸 English
Hello! I’m Mariko, a Japanese teacher from Tokyo.
I was born and raised in Tokyo and am a certified Japanese language instructor.
I have experience teaching at a Japanese language school in Tokyo and currently offer online lessons, including private and group classes.
I studied English linguistics at university and have lived in Italy and China.
I’ve also worked on international projects such as the World Expo and in the travel industry.
Let’s enjoy learning practical Japanese together!
🌸 中文（简体）
大家好！我是 Mariko，来自东京的日语老师。
我出生并成长于东京，持有日语教师资格证，目前提供线上课程，也有日语学校授课经验。
大学主修英语语言学，曾在意大利和中国生活工作，并参与过世界博览会及旅游行业相关项目。
欢迎一起轻松、快乐地学习日语！Me as a Teacher
I am a certified Japanese language teacher with three years of experience working at a Japanese language school in Tokyo for international students and business professionals.
I have taught both private and group lessons in online and in-person settings.
I have supported students from a wide range of nationalities in improving their Japanese language skills, including learners from the United States, France, Italy, Thailand, China, Taiwan, Vietnam, Nepal, the Philippines, and many other countries. My lessons & teaching style
🌸 Lesson Style
I mainly teach Japanese in Japanese to help you learn naturally.
If needed, I can support you in English, Chinese, or Italian, so don’t worry 😊
My goal is to teach natural, practical, and useful Japanese for real life.
Lessons are fun, relaxed, and always positive 🌈
Each lesson is customized to your level, pace, and goals, and beginners are always welcome.
✨ Lesson Contents:
・Beginner preparation: Hiragana & Katakana ✏️
・Textbook-based lessons (vocabulary, grammar, short conversations) 📘
・Casual conversation (all levels) 💬
・JLPT test preparation 🎯
・Advice for traveling in Japan 🗾
Let’s enjoy learning Japanese together ✨My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Audio files
- Image files
- Quizzes
- Homework Assignments
Certificates
Japanese teacher certification - Tokyo Central Japanese Language School - 2021文化庁認定日本語教師養成講座420時間修了
Certificate verified
Education
2002 - 2006
Bachelor’s - 英語英文学専攻 English linguistic英語英文学専攻
英文学（English literature)
英語学（English linguistic)
5.0
Rating
91
Students
748
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
61 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
① For Beginners: Japanese Lessons with Textbooks such as Minna no Nihongo 1・2 and MARUGOTO. ① 初级日语：使用《大家的日语1・2》《MARUGOTO》等教材进行学习
A1 - B1Language Essentials312 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 7% off
② Conversation Practice (Grammar & Vocabulary) | A1+–C2 ② 口语练习（语法 & 词汇）｜A1+–C2
A1 - C2Conversation121 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 7% off
③ Let’s Talk a Lot! Fun & Affordable Conversation Practice | A2+–C2 ③ 多说多练！轻松又实惠的会话练习｜A2+–C2
A2 - C2Conversation127 lessons completed
USD 14.00+
Package with 7% off
④【Easy & Practical Japanese for Beginners】with NIHONGO FUN & EASY
A1 - B1Conversation117 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Package with 7% off
⑤ 🛫 Travel Tips for Japan 🛫 Let’s Plan Your Trip Together!（Zoom）
A1 - C2Conversation0 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Package with 6% off
Availability
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117 Reviews
B J
1 Japanese lesson
Teacher’s pick
Mariko provided me with the guidance I needed to continue advancing on my path towards Japanese acquisition. I would recommend Mariko to learners of all ages and backgrounds that are trying to get a clear understanding of Japanese.
Aug 18, 2024
Paolo
30 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mariko is a professional teacher who can teach you any kind of vocabulary and knowledge to express yourself in Japanese in any situation. She can also find the perfect synchronisation between everyday language and elegant language.
Absolutely the best teacher!
Dec 19, 2021
Bobby Wang
2 Japanese lessons
ありがとうございました！
Sep 13, 2024
April
190 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Mariko san is very patient and nice. Enjoyed every lesson with her :D
May 28, 2022
Bobby Wang
2 Japanese lessons
今日もありがとうございました！
Sep 15, 2024
🐈xXMing🌟
1 Japanese lesson
Mariko-sensei is very patient, even though I have no prior knowledge of Japanese. She takes each of my questions seriously and provides advice for my future studies.
Apr 13, 2024
Trial Lesson
USD 10.00
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