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Kanako B
Japanese
Native
English

From Japan

Living in Other, Japan

GENKI/Travel Japanese/Japanese Study Coaching (Build a Daily Study Habit)✏️ Hi, I'm Kanako! I'm a professional Japanese teacher based in Tokyo, and I've been teaching Japanese since 2020. Before becoming a teacher, I lived in Canada for three years for study and work. Outside of teaching, I enjoy traveling around Japan, discovering local food, trying new recipes, and baking. If you love Japan, Japanese food, or travel, I'm sure we'll have plenty to talk about! In my lessons, I create a relaxed and supportive environment where you can learn at your own pace. I don't rush my students, and I enjoy getting to know them personally. My lessons usually start with free conversation and a quick review of homework or a quiz. Then, we'll learn new grammar and practice using it in conversation. I encourage you to think for yourself and give hints when needed, while providing lesson notes and support along the way. Many of my students have continued studying with me for years. They often describe me as patient, friendly, and easy to talk to. You may notice that some of my reviews are older. I took some time away from italki during maternity leave and focused on teaching outside the platform. I'm now gradually reopening my schedule and accepting a limited number of students again. If you're looking for a patient and supportive teacher who will respect your pace while gently guiding you toward your goals, I'd love to meet you! I look forward to seeing you in class!
My teaching material
  • PDF file
  • Text Documents
  • Presentation slides/PPT
  • Audio files
  • Image files
  • Flashcards
  • Articles and news
  • Quizzes
  • Homework Assignments
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Interests

Food
Environment & Nature
Medical & Healthcare
Travel
Pets & Animals
Trial Lesson
46 lessons completed
USD 10.00+
【Beginner】 GENKI Course (homework included)
A1-B1
Language Essentials
452 lessons completed
USD 40.00
【Japanese Study Coaching (Build a Daily Study Habit)】Bring your Japanese books or manga that you'd like help reading!
A1-C1
Language Essentials
0 lessons completed
USD 100.00
【Travel Japanese in Tokyo】In-Person Lesson, Families with kids are welcome!
A1-A2
Conversation
0 lessons completed
USD 40.00
【Travel Japanese Course】No Japanese Alphabets required
A1-A2
Conversation
0 lessons completed
USD 40.00
【JLPT Intensive Coaching (12 Weeks)】
A1-B2
Language Essentials
0 lessons completed
USD 50.00
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Attendance
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Patient·4
Structured lessons·4
Provides materials·3
Pronunciation·1
For beginners·75
Student Hannah
Hannah
18 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Kanako is always very encouraging, patient and explains the grammar really clearly. Furthermore, her memos serve as a useful protocol of each lesson and help me review the content on my own. Many teachers do not provide memos so this is a real advantage of Kanako’s lessons. Kanako is meticulous and dedicated in her approach - I would strongly encourage you to take lessons with her! 😊
Emma
66 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
After finishing Genki 1 together, I have to say that Kanako-san is a great teacher who helped me improve a lot. She has helped me become much less shy when speaking and to learn more effectively overall. I highly recommend taking her lessons!
Student Lydia
Lydia
16 Japanese lessons
Kanako Sensei is one of the best teachers that I have worked with on Italki or in a classroom. She has very interactive lessons, and seems to understand exactly how to explain why I am confused and how to approach the language in a slightly different way. She is extremely knowledgable, and is always prepared. I work hard in the lesson, and also have fun. Slowly, Japanese is starting to make sense. Thank you Sensei.
Maria Szubski
6 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Kanako îs a fantastic instructor! She really listens to my needs and what I would like to learn from our lessons. She is very helpful, kind and understanding! She is very knowledgable and explains things in a way that is easy to understand and remember. I would 10/10 recommend her to anyone who wants to learn Japanese or who wants to practice their Japanese!
Hope
72 Japanese lessons
Has always been very patient and lets you figure things out for yourself, giving you a push in the right direction if needed. Homework is always doable and she is quick to mark it! She encourages a bit of small talk at the beginning to get you in the swing of things. Lessons have always been fun! Perfect for shy people. 今まで本当にありがとうございました!
Student Rene Zamora
Rene Zamora
11 Japanese lessons
Great sessions, very patient with me and my inevitable mistakes. I highly recommend learning with Kanako San!