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4,850 Lessons
Eri えり
Learn Japanese Your Way: Interactive, Fun, and Visual! ✅All levels: starting from scratch to advanced ✅Original materials with PowerPoint slides ✅I have taught 7000+ lessons both online and offline ✅Students are from 36 different countries ranging from 16 years old to 76 years old

2,886 Lessons
Nobby - Nobuya
Let's have a fun conversation, beginners to advanced learners welcome!! 私は、言語というのは、コミュニケーションの道具だと考えています。たとえ教科書で学んだとしても、それを実際に使う機会がなければ、それは全く無意味です。 正しい文法を習得し、それを使うことは重要です。しかし、相手の話すことを理解し、自分の考えを伝えられなければ、会話は成り立ちません。 私の授業は、言語を良いツールとして使いこなし、慣れ親しんでいただけるように、自然な会話から始めます。 I think that language is simply a tool used in communication. It's meaningless if you learn a language, but don't know how to use it. Of course, it’s important to learn correct grammar and usage, but if you can’t understand and convey your opinion, you won't be able to have meaningful conversations. I consider language to be a tool, and in our class, I want to teach you how to use that tool effectively. That's why our classes always start from natural conversation.

31 Lessons
Misao
Government-Licensed | Speak Japanese with Rhythm & Confidence| for SPEAKING,Travel,Business!⛷⛄️🌸 I’m a certified Japanese teacher 🇯🇵 with over 400 lessons taught on italki and other platforms. I’ve worked with learners from beginner to advanced levels, tailoring lessons to fit each student’s goals and pace. 🔸National Japanese Language Teacher Exam (Dec 2024 – 1st cohort) 🔸420-hour Japanese teacher training course (Jan 2024) 🔸Experience in business, university, local government, radio 🎤, and farming 🌱 My diverse background helps me support learners with various goals—from daily conversation to business communication. I value clear instruction, thoughtful feedback, and a warm, encouraging atmosphere. Let’s improve your Japanese step by step, with confidence and care 😊

83 Lessons
Americo
Brazilian, grew up in Japan. I hope I can share my experiences in Japan. 日本に長く住んでいるので、日本での生活に必要な言葉だけでなく、 一般企業での事務の経験や通関関連業務、接客、ヨガインストラクターの経験などもあり、 あらゆる場面に適した日本語の知識をシェアすることができます。 お友達と話したい!会社で先輩や上司と話したい!就職活動をしたい! さまざまなご要望に応えられます。 楽しみながらの学習、一緒に楽習ができる日を楽しみにしています! I studied since elementary school to university in Japan. I also have experience at Japanese companies, selling, yoga instructor and etc. I believe I can help you in many situations; talking to friends or your boss, trying to get a job in an interview, or just going to the city hall. Let me know what is your needs and let's enjoy learning Japanese together! Morar no Japão não é tão simples. Os Japoneses e a língua japonesa, têm muitas regras e maneiras. Vamos aprender juntos e melhorar!

486 Lessons
Kazuha
I learned how to teach Japanese in Japan and the United States. I completed a course on how to teach Japanese at the University of Michigan in the United States in 2019. In 2021, I completed all the requirements of Japanese language teacher training in Japan (420 hours). I used to teach Japanese at a Japanese language school. I am currently teaching Japanese online. I can teach Elementary and Pre-Intermediate Japanese. I used to work for a Japanese company, so I can also teach business Japanese. 2019年にアメリカのミシガン大学(だいがく)で日本語の教え方(にほんごのおしえかた)の講座(こうざ)を修了(しゅうりょう)しました。 2021年に日本で日本語教師(にほんごきょうし)のための420時間単位の資格(しかく)を取得(しゅとく)しました。 以前(いぜん)、日本語学校で日本語を教えて(おしえて)いました。 現在(げんざい)、オンラインで小学生(しょうがくせい)に日本語を教えて(おしえて)います。 初級(しょきゅう)と初中級(しょちゅうきゅう)の日本語(にほんご)を教える(おしえる)ことができます。

904 Lessons
さおりSAORI 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟
4 years+ online teaching experience! --- Saori-sensei as your Japanese teacher --- 💛 Easy to talk with! You don't worry to speak/talk in Japanese. I can understand what you want to say 😊 💙 A lot of compliments! Enjoy learning new language with me 😊 💚 Lots of questions for you! Not only use "Yes" or "No". Try to answer "Yes, because---", "I think---". Mistakes are always welcome 😉

521 Lessons
Yuu
I love the Japanese language. Let's be friends :) ☆日本語教育能力検定試験合格 ☆日本語教師養成講座(420+H)修了 日本の専門学校(デザイン系・観光系)の留学生クラスで、2年間日本語を教えました。 ・JLPT対策(N1〜N3) ・就職対策(面接や履歴書の書き方など) ・自然で美しい文章の書き方 ・ニュースについて話し合って会話力をアップ 現在、個人レッスンとしてオンラインで海外の日本語学習者に日本語を教えています。 ・日本語の作文の添削 ・ビデオ通話や音声通話で会話力をアップ ・JLPT対策(問題提供・添削・解説) →→多くの学生がN1に合格しました!

175 Lessons
AKI / IT業界の日本語
Professional Japanese teacher online I've started teaching Japanese in 2011. Until 2 years ago, I used to teach Japanese on italki as a communication tutor. While my absence, I’ve studied Japanese education at university to get a certificate in teaching Japanese, then I'm back again! My students say I’m friendly and patient. But I can be strict too. At least, my potential students must be able to read and write hiragana and katakana correctly. I will not accept students who... - always rely on romanization. - avoid reading and writing kanji. - don't make effort by themselves. - do not turn up without giving me prior notice. - send me sudden rescheduling requests. Rescheduling is acceptable before 12 hours.

2,566 Lessons
yukina
Learn Japanese with me! I used to work at an IT company in charge of recruitment, and as a secretary to the president, but I started working as an iTalki teacher in 2021. Since then I’ve taught over 160 students from all over the world. In 2024, I started teaching Japanese at a language school here in Japan. You do not need to be afraid to learn and speak Japanese. Take your time. I will always follow and support you. Let's have fun studying together! I’m looking forward to meeting you :) 以前はIT企業で採用担当や社長秘書をしていましたが、2021年からiTalkiの先生として働き始め、それ以来160人以上の世界中の生徒さんに日本語を教えています。 2024年からは日本語学校でも日本語を教えています。私のレッスンスタイルは、会話中心です。あなたのスピーキングやリスニングレベルに合わせてレッスンを行います。もし日本や日本語に興味があれば、ぜひ一緒に楽しく日本語を話しながらスキルアップしていきましょう。

4,147 Lessons
Kana
Qualified Japanese teacher with 5 years of experience at language school and 4000+ hours on italki I got qualified to teach Japanese in 2019 and I've been teaching Japanese to people in all over the world online and at a Japanese language school, so I know how to teach Japanese all in Japanese and I also can explain Japanese in English when it's effective. I'm always happy to answer any questions and help you fully understand. 2019年に日本語を教える資格をとり、語学学校、そしてオンラインで世界中の人々に日本語を教えています。すべて日本語で教えることも、必要であれば英語で説明することもできます。どんな質問でも大歓迎です。理解できるよう、ていねいに説明します!

523 Lessons
Hiroko Ikeda
【Certificated Teacher】I will help and guide you to improve your communication skill of Japanese! I have a teaching experience at university in Mexico and in a puplic high school California, US for each 2 years as a Japanese language teacher. I'm a certificated Japanese language teacher, but I'm keeping to study the teaching strategies and how to apply it to my classroom through the profesional developments. - M.A. Student in Applied Linguistics in University of Santiago de Compostela (Spain) - ACTFL (American Council on the Teaching of Foreign Languages) member - AATJ (American Association of Teachers of Japanese) member - CAJLT (California Association of Japanese Language Teachers) member - 4to Seminario de líderes de la próxima generación México-Japón

136 Lessons
Reiko.A
Learn Japanese the Easy & Fun Way! 😄 Personalized Lessons with Original Materials 📚 With over 14 years of teaching experience, I’ve helped many students become confident and conversational in Japanese—no matter where they started! 🇯🇵✨ I’m a certified Japanese language teacher, and I use original slides and easy-to-follow explanations in every lesson. I also include romaji to make learning smoother, especially for beginners. 🍀 But most importantly… my lessons are fun, relaxed, and engaging! Whether you’re shy or talkative, total beginner or brushing up, I’ll guide you step by step. Let’s make learning Japanese something you look forward to every time! 💬🎉

2,816 Lessons
Mami
I'm a certified Japanese teacher! And I also have psychological counselor's certificate :) I want to understand who you are through a free conversation. Because nobody is a same. All people have individualities. It's not best way to teach every student in a same way. So I want to tailor the lesson to the needs of the student :) 私は自由に話す会話を通して、あなたのことを理解したいです。 なぜなら、人は誰一人として同じではありません。皆、個性を持っています。 生徒それぞれに同じ方法で教えるのは良い方法ではありません。 なので、私は生徒一人一人に合った授業を創り上げたいと思っています :)

2,357 Lessons
MAMORU MS
My first priority is students' interests and purposes of taking lessons. I'm here to help you attain your goals no matter what they are. I usually take students from intermediate to advanced level speakers since I'm a community tutor who don't have a structured series of courses with textbooks. For completely beginners and those who are younger than 18, I recommend to consider taking lessons with other professional tutors. My classes will also be good for those who are planning to visit Japan since I can provide lots of useful information of sightseeing spots, cultural perspectives and useful greetings/phrases/words as a traveler. 日本の文化や日本に来たときに役に立つあいさつやフレーズを教えることもできます。

471 Lessons
Mayumi Sensei
Bilingual & Certified JAPANESE teacher with 4-yrs of experience (Can learn JP songs, too!) Hello, I am a bilingual (Japanese and English) and certified Japanese tutor. I got a qualification as a Japanese teacher from the experience of working in a foreign company for more than 10 years, and now I am teaching Japanese everyday. I started to learn English after I graduated the Univercity (when I was 28..), so I can understand how hard to naturally speak another language! For my lesson, from basic to upper intermediate level are especially welcome! (JLPT target: N2 to N5) . Only conversation is also welcome! I can teach dependes on your level and needs. In my lesson, YOU CAN USE ENGLISH ANYTIME.

20 Lessons
yukaT
どんどん話せる!話すのが楽しい!! For those who are studying Japanese from level 0, lessons are given in English or French. Then we will gradually increase the number of Japanese words used in the lessons. にほんごが すこし わかるひとは できるだけ にほんごで レッスン(れっすん)をします。 でも ひつような ときは えいごか フランスご(B1レベル)で せつめいします。 ごがくを べんきょうして 話(はな)せるようになる 一番(いちばん)の方法(ほうほう)は、 何度(なんど)も聞(き)いたり話(はな)したりすること! べんきょうした言葉(ことば)、文法(ぶんぽう)を 何度(なんど)も いってもらえるように、 たのしく おもしろいレッスンで みなさんに たくさん話(はなし)をしてもらい、 リラックス(りらっくす)して はなせる ふんいきづくりを こころがけています。 まちがいを こわがらずに 日本語で 話してみようという 前向(まえむ)きな気持(きも)ちになれますと思(おも)います。

244 Lessons
Sawa
🟡優しい雰囲気のレッスン🟡テキストにはない自然な日本語で一緒に話しましょう🟡 As a teacher I am 1: I'm patient and kind, and I help keep the conversation fun and lively. 2: My classes have a calm and happy atmosphere. 3: My goal is to increase your “confidence” and “joy” in speaking Japanese! 4: I use many words and phrases that native speakers actually use! 5: I will improve your conversation skills and motivation! * My classes are mostly conversational. I recommend that you study grammar with an expert teacher. Of course, questions are always welcome. *A2 or above is recommended. In my study of English, I have met some fascinating teachers. I decided to start teaching Japanese here because I wanted to be able to help those who are learning Japanese as well.

1,414 Lessons
まさひろ Masahiro
JEES certified teacher with 38 years' business experience. 日本語教育能力検定試験は2020年に合格、日本語教師養成講座を2021年に修了しました。日本語を教える事は勿論、日本のビジネスマナーや、文化についても教える事ができます。ビジネスの場面でも対応できる、知的で正しい日本語を身につけましょう。 I passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test in 2020 and completed the Japanese Language Teacher Training Course in 2021. As I have more than 30 years’ experience in business, I can help you learning not only Japanese language but also business etiquette and culture. Let us learn high-level and workplace Japanese that can be used even in the business scene. <Attention> Cancellation & Refund Policy If a student is more than 15 minutes late without any notification, the lesson will be regarded as a no-show and fee will not be refunded.

77 Lessons
Mei
Beginner Japanese / Practical Japanese / 3 years of experience in teaching at a university I understand how hard leaning languages is because I've been leaning some languages. I've experienced to live with a lot foreign people and hold international events in japan and meet many people to learn Japanese. So I know difficulties which Japanese uniquely has. But, NO WORRIES! I'll teach you on your level. Let's have fun studying together! . . . . . いくつかの言語(げんご)を学(まな)んできましたので、言葉(ことば)を習得(しゅうとく)する大変(たいへん)さをよく知(し)っています。また、ボランティアで日本語(にほんご)を教(おし)えたことがあり、日本語特有(にほんごとくゆう)の難(むずか)しさを理解(りかい)しています。でも、大丈夫(だいじょうぶ)です!あなたのレベルに合(あ)わせてしっかりと教(おし)えていきますので、一緒(いっしょ)に楽(たの)しく学(まな)んでいきましょう!

433 Lessons
Xuting(Serena)
Overall 1000+ lessons experience with beginners and adolescents in learning Mandarin and German. Working as a German and Mandarin teacher one on one, I teach international students ranging from kids to adults, beginners to advanced. Currently I'm helping my students prepare for TELC, HSK and school tests. Wir können auch gerne Konversationen üben. Having learnt Japanese on an online platform myself and then passed the JLPT N1 exam, I know exactly how it works to teach students via the internet. Moreover, I have helped many students succeed in their job interview. Being totally aware of the difficulties and challenges to master a foreign language, I treat my students with great patience and empathy. 試験に受かってもまだ相応しいレベルの会話が難しいと感じますか。是非ドイツ語の日常会話の授業で一緒に練習してみてください。学生们都说我非常有耐心。