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Learn Japanese Through Your Story｜Conversation-Focused｜Australia & 5-Star Hospitality Speak First. Fluency Follows. You don't become fluent before you speak. You become fluent because you speak. My goal isn't simply to teach you Japanese. My goal is to help you express yourself and be yourself in Japanese. This is the philosophy behind my lessons. Hi! I'm Ryo and I've taught over 800 online Japanese lessons to students from around the world. My lessons focus on real conversation, not just textbooks. Instead of memorizing dialogues, we'll talk about our life, your work, hobbies, travel, dreams, and daily experiences so you learn Japanese you can actually use. Don't worry about making mistakes. Most Japanese people care more about what you want to say than perfect grammar. My goal is to create a relaxed environment where you can speak with confidence. Personalized Review After Every Lesson Learning doesn't stop when the lesson ends. After each lesson, I create personalized review materials based on what we actually talked about, including lesson notes, vocabulary, grammar, and practice exercises, so you can keep improving between lessons. I've also worked in Tokyo's IT industry and in multicultural workplaces in Australia, so I can support you in English whenever needed. If you want to: ✅ Speak Japanese naturally and confidently ✅ Enjoy traveling or living in Japan more ✅ Learn with lessons designed just for you I'd love to help you on your Japanese journey. Let's enjoy learning Japanese together!

Patient & structured Japanese lessons for beginners | Speak with Japanese & connect with Japan 🌸 Hi, I’m Chihiro—a native Japanese speaker from Nagasaki, living in Australia since 2016. Before starting my teaching journey, I worked as a nurse for many years. Supporting people, listening with empathy, and making others feel comfortable have always been at the heart of what I do. I bring that same patient, caring approach into every single Japanese lesson. Who I Teach I specialize exclusively in teaching adult learners (beginners to lower-intermediate). My lessons are specifically designed for adults who: -Want to speak naturally with their Japanese family members, spouse, or in-laws. -love Japanese culture, history, or language and wish to learn thoroughly. -Appreciate a calm, respectful, and steady learning environment. -Value continuous, long-term progress over quick shortcuts. My Teaching Style & Lessons -Learning a new language as an adult takes time and courage. I aim to provide a safe, encouraging space where you can ask questions freely and learn without pressure. -Structured & Visual: I use clear visual slides and structured materials -Clear English Support: Whenever you feel stuck, I provide clear English explanations so you understand the "why" behind the grammar. A Little About Me Outside teaching, I love learning new languages and subjects, practicing yoga, spending time with animals, and traveling. I truly believe that consistent, quiet effort leads to wonderful results—“Practice makes perfect” is my daily motto! I look forward to meeting you in class!

Native Japanese speaker from Tokyo, Japan. I focus on natural, practical Japanese that you can actually use in everyday life. My lessons are suitable for beginners and intermediate learners. Complete beginners are very welcome! ＜Please note that all lessons are for learners aged 14 and up. ＞ If there’s a particular topic, movie, or video you’d like to discuss in our lesson, please let me know! I’d love to do some research and prepare so that we can have an interesting and meaningful conversation. For example, you might want to talk about your upcoming trip to Sado Island in Japan next month, or discuss what makes Maul such an interesting character in Star Wars! When I was a child, I lived in Athens, Greece for four years and attended an international school. We can have our lessons in Japanese or English, whichever works best for you. I've been involved in Japanese language teaching for a year and a half in Singapore. I worked at a Japanese university, where I supported international students with their Japanese and everyday life in Japan. I enjoy doing many kinds of crafts including ceramic painting, playing the mandolin, walking in parks, and watching movies. I’d love for our lesson to be a relaxing part of your day, something you can look forward to and genuinely enjoy. I hope to meet you soon and have a fun conversation together!

Please message me before booking | TPRS | JLPT N5–N2 ★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆★☆ Please send me a message before booking a lesson. My availability is limited because I also work as a certified Gyoseishoshi in Japan, supporting foreign residents with visas and residency procedures. Before accepting a new student, I would like to understand your level, goals, and preferred lesson style. Hi, I’m Meg. I’m a professional Japanese teacher with over 12 years of experience and have taught more than 1,000 learners. I’m also a certified Gyoseishoshi in Japan. I support foreign residents with visas and residency procedures, so I can also explain Japanese culture, social rules, and real-life situations clearly. My lessons are calm, structured, and focused on understanding. I mainly work with adult learners who want to study Japanese seriously and consistently. I specialize in: • Reading and storytelling • Grammar-based conversation • JLPT preparation, N5 to N2 • Practical Japanese for daily life • Japanese culture and social context My lessons are suitable for you if: • you want clear explanations • you like learning through stories and examples • you prefer calm and focused lessons • you want to build Japanese step by step Language improvement comes from regular exposure. Listening and reading outside the lesson are also important, and I design my lessons to support that process.

Top 1% Japanese Teacher on italki ★ 10 Years of Experience at Japanese Language Schools 日本語教師になって10年目、 これまで日本語学校で、様々な国（中国、韓国、イギリス、フランス、イタリア、アメリカ、オランダ、オーストラリア、カナダ、スイス、ノルウェー、ベルギー、シンガポール、サウジアラビア、インド、タイ、ベトナム、キプロス、フィリピン、インドネシア、カンボジア、マレーシア、ブラジル、メキシコ、ウクライナ、トルコ、パキスタン、ニューカレドニア、スリランカなど）から来たたくさんの学生を教えてきました。 JLPT（N1/N2/N3/N4/N5）の試験対策も経験豊富です。会話、文化、入門から上級まで、全てのレベルを教えられます。年齢問わず、子供から大人まで、教えた経験があります。直説法（日本語だけで教える）で教えます。 趣味は、大相撲観戦、ヨガ、書道、歴史、 外国語（韓国語・英語など）を勉強すること、 韓国ドラマや、中国ドラマを観ることです！(^ ^) 食べ物は、和食、イタリア料理、中華料理、フランス料理や、韓国料理も大好きです♪ 家では、和食の他に、パスタ、キムチチゲをいつも作っています(^_^) 出身は四国の香川県です。 京都、大阪、岩手、神奈川、埼玉に住んだことがあります＾＾ 一緒に楽しく日本語で話しましょう☆ よろしくお願いします(^_^) 【資格】 ■ 日本語教師養成講座420時間 修了 ■ 中学・高校教員免許 取得 【職歴】 ■日本語学校 日本語教師（関東地区） ■公立小学校 日本語指導員（6歳-12歳） ■中国・広州 日本語教師（オンライン） ■オンライン 日本語教師（italki） 【Instagram】 @nihongo_riko

オリジナル教材のスピーキング特訓で「話すための日本語」を教えます！中級以上の方には細かい文法解説やテーマに沿った会話練習でより自然な日本語を教えます！ I've been teaching more than 20 years now. As a language teacher, I started teaching Japanese in Brazil in 2014. But I also taught music, English and other materials for kids in Japan, so teaching was always my passion. I started teaching online in 2019, and now I teach every single day. I love to see the students' progress so every level is welcome in my lesson. Recently I started to learn Chinese and French online, too, in order to, of course, improve my language skills but also to understand my students' difficulties. I've been discovering a lot of things by learning languages as a student, and that's helping me to set my mind and to reflect to and to improve my own lesson.

Multilingual | 10+ Years,12,000+ Hours Teaching Experience | Tailored Lessons for Professionals |懂中文 In every session, I strive to follow the approach of "teaching a man to fish for a lifetime instead of giving him a fish for a day," fostering independent learning and long-term skill development. This approach is inspired by my experiences of learning foreign languages while living in cities like Beijing, Kaohsiung, Bangkok, Istanbul, and Vientiane, which helped me understand the challenges of language acquisition. I am committed to helping you enrich your career and personal life through learning Japanese. Most of my students have regular weekly slots, so my availability is limited. However, feel free to contact me to discuss your preferred time, and I will do my best to accommodate you.

Friendly & Experienced Japanese Teacher 😊｜All Levels Welcome! The profile is written in Japanese, followed by English. 日本語（Japanese） はじめまして！広島出身のたまきです😊 読書や映画、音楽、料理が好きで、いろいろなお話をするのも大好きです。 日本語教師として6年間、初心者から上級者まで、また子どもから大人まで幅広く教えてきました。日常会話、試験対策、ビジネス日本語など、それぞれの目標に合わせてサポートしています。これまで多くの生徒さんが目標を達成しており、長く続けてくださる方も多いです。 レッスンでは、日本語を中心に楽しく学べるように進めます。難しいときは英語でもサポートするので、初心者の方も安心してくださいね。会話練習、教科書、フリートーク、作文、試験対策など、ご希望に合わせて柔軟に対応できます。 体験レッスンでは、あなたのレベルや目標に合わせて、効果的な学習方法をご提案します。一緒に楽しく日本語を学びましょう！お会いできるのを楽しみにしています✨ English Hello! I’m Tamaki from Hiroshima 😊 I love reading, watching movies, listening to music, and cooking—and I really enjoy talking with people from different backgrounds. I have six years of experience as a Japanese teacher, working with students of all levels and ages. I support learners in daily conversation, exam preparation, and business Japanese. Many of my students have achieved their goals, and I’m happy to have many long-term learners. In my lessons, we mainly use Japanese in a fun and relaxed way. If needed, I can support you in English, so beginners are very welcome! Lessons are flexible and can include conversation practice, textbooks, free talk, writing, and exam preparation. In a trial lesson, I will suggest effective ways to study based on your level and goals. Let’s enjoy learning Japanese together! I’m looking forward to meeting you ✨

Professional teacher of both individual and group lessons :) Hello! I’m Yuki, a qualified native Japanese teacher from Osaka. I speak both standard Japanese and Kansai dialect. I teach students of all levels, from beginners to advanced students, and create lessons based on each learner’s goals, needs, and pace. My professional background includes IT sales and travel content writing, which helps me teach practical communication, business Japanese, and travel-related expressions. I'm open-minded and naturally curious, and I enjoy meeting people from different cultures. Sharing ideas about language, traditions, and daily life is one of the most enjoyable parts of teaching for me. My interests include anime, musicals, manga, watercolor painting, travel, and music. Teaching Japanese language and culture is my passion. I always try to make lessons enjoyable, useful, and motivating so students can build confidence and keep improving. Besides textbooks, I like using authentic materials such as news, online articles, and topics that interest you to learn vocabulary, grammar, natural expressions, and culture in a fun and practical way. I also enjoy practical learning methods such as journaling and having conversations using photos. **Cancellation policy** As per italki cancellation policy (and also to be fair to my all students) I cannot refund or reschedule the lesson for any reason if the starting time is within 24 hours.

Friendly and Supportive Teacher 　いっしょに練習しましょう！ みなさん、こんにちは、Yukoです。 私はこれまで20年以上にわたり、さまざまなレベルの方に日本語を教えてきました。 初級から上級まで、幅広い学習者の方々と一緒に勉強してきた経験があります。 私自身も外国語を学ぶことが大好きで、今までにいくつかの言語を勉強してきました。 そのため、外国語を学ぶ楽しさや難しさ、そして『話す力』を伸ばすことの大切さをとてもよく理解しています。 私のレッスンでは、たくさん聞いて、たくさん話すことができるように工夫しています。 特にアウトプットを重視しているので、会話の練習をたくさんしたい方にはぴったりです。 レッスンは会話を中心に進めますが、初級の方には『みんなの日本語』などのテキストを使って、基礎的な文法もしっかり学ぶことができます。 授業は基本的に日本語だけで行いますが、もしわからないことがあれば、中国語や簡単な英語でもサポートできますので、安心してください。 私はいつも笑顔で、忍耐強く、みなさんが自信を持って会話を続けられるようにお手伝いします。 一緒に語学の壁を乗り越えて、楽しく日本語を学びましょう！ Hello! I’m Yuko 😊 I’m a professional Japanese teacher with over 20 years of experience, teaching students from beginner to advanced levels. ✨ What you can expect in my lessons: • Lots of speaking practice (I focus on output!) • Friendly, patient, and supportive atmosphere • Lessons tailored to your goals and level • Solid grammar support for beginners using Minna no Nihongo I love learning languages myself, so I understand your challenges and will help you build confidence step by step. 🗣️ Lessons are mainly in Japanese, but I can support you in Chinese or simple English if needed. I am always patient and supportive, and I will help you gain the confidence to keep speaking. Let’s overcome language barriers together and enjoy learning Japanese! 大家好，我是Yuko。 我有20年以上的日語教學經驗，教授各種程度的學習者。 我喜歡學習外語，也了解學習的樂趣與挑戰。我的課程重視多聽多說，特別適合想加強會話能力的人。初學者也可以透過教材打好文法基礎。 課程以日語為主，必要時可用中文或簡單英語輔助。 讓我們一起輕鬆快樂地學習日語吧！

日本語・ブラジルポルトガル語ネイティブスピーカー こんにちは、カリナです。ブラジル生まれの日系ブラジル人で、現在は日本に住んでいます。ブラジルポルトガル語と日本語の両方をネイティブレベルで話すことができ、語学力を活かして長年さまざまな分野で活動してきました。英語と韓国語も現在勉強中で、さらに語学の幅を広げています。 これまで日本の公立小学校・中学校・高校で、外国人生徒への日本語指導や教科学習のサポートを13年以上行ってきました。異文化の子どもたちが日本の学校生活にスムーズに適応できるよう、言葉だけでなく文化面でもサポートしてきた経験があります。 また、日本語とブラジルポルトガル語の通訳・翻訳者として20年以上のキャリアがあり、現在も日本の企業で通訳・翻訳の仕事を続けています。ビジネスや日常生活の現場で語学力をどのように活かすか、実践的なアドバイスも可能です。 日本とブラジル、両方の文化に精通しており、語学だけでなく異文化交流や生活・仕事に関するご相談にも対応できます。ポルトガル語や日本語を学びたい方、またはブラジルや日本での生活や仕事に興味がある方は、ぜひお気軽にご相談ください。

✈️ Travel Japanese | 🌱 Beginners | 🎈 Kids Welcome | 💼 Business Japanese Practical, friendly Japanese for real-life communication— online and in real workplaces in Japan. I've lived abroad for almost 20 years, in Australia, India, and Myanmar, so I know what it feels like to be lost in a language you don't understand yet. That's where my passion for teaching began — teaching Japanese online to children in Myanmar during the pandemic, and seeing how language can be a lifeline, not just a skill. 📌 What makes my lessons different: I don't just teach "textbook Japanese." I teach the Japanese you'll actually use — at a restaurant, on a train, at the shop, or on your first day at a Japanese workplace. I call this "Real-Life Japanese." I've taught students everything from travel basics to everyday conversation — always practical, real-world Japanese you can use right away. 🗣️ I can explain grammar and nuance in English or Spanish, so even complete beginners never feel lost. I'll match your pace and comfort level. Whether you want to: ✈️ Travel around Japan with confidence 🚀 Start Japanese from zero 💼 Prepare for work or business in Japan — keigo, business etiquette, and workplace communication (proven experience teaching N3-level professionals) 💬 Have real, natural conversations ...I'll build lessons that get you there. My goal isn't just to teach Japanese — it's to help you feel confident, connect with people, and open new doors through language. Looking forward to meeting you in a trial lesson!

Lesson Taylor | Tailor-made Japanese lessons for new learners to advanced （オーダーメイド日本語レッスン） As a teacher, I value flexibility. Every student has different backgrounds, and the most effective way to master a language varies from person to person, so I always adjust my lessons to fit what you need. Thankfully, my students often tell me that I have a calm and relaxed way of teaching, which makes it easier for them to speak without feeling nervous. Ultimately, I want to be a teacher who listens carefully and encourages you. I’ll do my best to guide you in your Japanese learning journey, while making sure you always feel comfortable and motivated. 先生としては、柔軟性を大切にしています。みんな違うバックグラウンドがあるはずなので、それぞれに合わせたレッスンをするのが大切だと考えています。ありがたいことに、リラックスした雰囲気で話せるというフィードバックをよく頂くので、皆さんが心地良い環境で学習できるように努めます！

Would you like to speak natural Japanese? Let’s have fun Conversations.自然な日本語表現を増やす会話のレッスンをします。 I am good at helping people feel comfortable talking. You can relax and take lessons. リラックスできる楽しいレッスンをします。 1.楽しい、やさしい、辛抱強いです。 I am gentle, fun, and patient. 2.あなたが話しやすいようにお手伝いします。 I am here to help you relax and talk.

I have an experience in tutoring Japanese when I was in Vietnam. The best way to learn a new language is to practice speaking and respect each other and treat my student as my children, we all learned our mother language from our parents with love. 【Lesson price notice】 every 250 lessons, price will increase.(1＄) .Thank you for your understanding. I will put more effort for teaching!!

Certified tutor🌸Lived in Taiwan and truly understand the challenges of learning a foreign language✨ こんにちは！ Hello everyone! I’m Mayuko. I was born and raised in Fukuoka, and I currently live in Chiba, Japan. I lived in Taichung, Taiwan for two and a half years. I also have experience working for a travel agency in Tokyo, which allowed me to visit many different countries🌏 🌸Things I love🌸 ✈️ Traveling (Countries I’ve visited: Canada, China, France, Indonesia, Malaysia, New Zealand, the Philippines, South Korea, Spain, Taiwan, the United States, and Vietnam) 🗣️ Learning foreign languages 🎵 K-POP ⭐️About Me as a Teacher⭐️ I’ve been teaching Japanese online since 2019. I’ve met learners from all over the world and have always supported each student’s individual goals. I completed a 420-hour Japanese Teacher Training Course, so I can carefully explain any grammar questions you may have. I create a friendly and relaxed atmosphere where you can learn at your own pace. Let’s have fun and keep improving your Japanese together! ⭐️What You Can Do in My Lessons⭐️ I’ll customize each lesson to perfectly match your level and goals. 🗣 Daily Conversation 🧳 Travel Japanese 📘 Grammar Focus 📝 JLPT Preparation 💬Lesson Style ・Lessons move at your own pace, with no pressure. ・I use as much Japanese as possible so you can get comfortable speaking. ・If something is difficult to understand, I’ll explain it in English—so don’t worry😊 I’m looking forward to helping learners from all over the world enjoy studying Japanese! Let’s work together to reach your goals!

Beginner| Japan trip| Tour guide in Kyoto and West Japan|Proofreading| History| Society| Culture Konnichiwa! I’m Akari. I'm a teacher for absolute beginner of Japanese language. I’m native Japanese speaker who born and raised in Japan. Until now, I’ve taught 3,500+ Japanese lessons for 600+ students since April 2013. My lesson is suitable for working professional, entrepreneur, or students who love Japanese culture, history, or willing to traveling to Japan. I can teach from completely beginner to advance students. I like traveling. I have traveled to Australia, Fiji, US, NZ, Thailand, Singapore, Greece, The Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka, and Canada so far :) _____________________________________________ ■ Professional Lessons I prepare and customize online textbooks, video, and audio materials for you. Beginner to Advance students, all welcome. ■ Informal Tutoring I won't prepare anything. So please prepare materials that you want to study with me. You can use this lesson for chatting, proofreading, or recording etc. various usage. We use Zoom for lesson. Teaching materials: -Genki -Marugoto -NHK podcast I'm looking forward to talking with you!

420時間の日本語講師養成講座を修了しました。 韓国に留学したときに日本語を教えたことをきっかけに、日本語の先生を目指しました。 I have completed the Japanese language teacher training course. After teaching Japanese when I studied in Korea, I aimed to become a Japanese teacher.

Top 1% Japanese teacher in 2022 on italki✨Easy to talk with🌟Read the reviews from my students! Do you want to start learning Japanese from zero? Do you want to feel comfortable practice speaking? Do you want to prepare for JLPT? Are you looking for teacher who corrects your mistakes? I can help you!! Hello, I'm Saki! ● From Okayama, Japan ● Live in Brazil (my husband is Brazilian ) ● Mom ● Study and Speak English and Portuguese ● I understand how difficult to learn a language and adjust to a new culture because I'm a language learner too and I live abroad. Since 2014, I've taught at language schools and elementary school. I teach online now and my experience as Japanese teacher is over 8 years. I had lessons with many students who have various background and objectives. Lesson with every student makes me grow as teacher. I always try to make lesson more comfortable and productive for each student. I use Google document in any type of lessons. My students say this way is really useful to review. I offer conversation focused lesson (Free talk), beginner grammar lesson (Genki and Minna no Nihongo), Customized lesson for whose who want to prepare for JLPT, use specific materials or textbooks, and Video lesson. If you have any question, feel free to message me.

日本語教育能力検定試験と英検準1級にに合格している日本語教師です I try to courtesy explanation and commend.when you feel difficulties in Japanese I support by using English. I respect your own learning way because I studied competency test myself .l willing to adjust my class depending on your request. 丁寧に説明することと褒めることを大切にしています。日本語の理解が難しくなっても英語で補助、説明することが出来ます。検定試験は独学で勉強しましたので生徒に合った学習方法を尊重できます。言語学習と言っても様々な要望があると思いますので、生徒の希望に合わせて授業します。