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Learn Japanese with the teacher Ayano.K.
5.0

2,162 Lessons

Ayano.Kid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
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Qualified Japanese Teacher in Canada | Fun & Effective Lessons for All Levels 【Native Japanese Teacher & Language Learner】 Hi! I’m Ayano, a native Japanese speaker living in Canada since 2012. As a mother of 10-year-old twins and a dedicated student of Korean with a 390+ day streak, I understand the commitment required to balance life and language study. I bring this empathy and patience to every lesson. 【Professional Qualifications】 * Certified: Passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test. * Trained: Completed 420-hour (WJLC) and MTT (JIC) training courses. 【My Lessons:】 I believe speaking is the fastest way to improve. We focus on output and practical use. * Beginner (N5-N4): Genki I & II * Intermediate (N3-N2): Quartet I & II * Conversation: Marugoto (A1-B1) * Test Prep: Customized JLPT support. Let's reach your goals together. Book a trial lesson today! 【自己紹介】 こんにちは!日本語教師の文乃です。日本で生まれ育ったネイティブスピーカーです。2012年からカナダのアルバータ州に住んでおり、現在は10歳の双子の母として日々奮闘しています。 私自身も1年以上毎日韓国語を勉強し続けている「現役の言語学習者」です。新しい言葉を学ぶ楽しさと難しさをどちらも理解しているからこそ、皆さんの不安に寄り添い、楽しく丁寧にサポートすることができます。 【確かな指導実績】 専門知識に基づいた質の高い指導を行うため、以下の資格を保有しています。 * 日本語教育能力検定試験 合格 * WJLC 420時間日本語教師養成講座 修了 * JIC Language School 日本語MTT養成講座 修了 * 株式会社日学舎 日本語教え方講座 修了 【レッスンスタイルと教材】 スピーキングとアウトプットを重視したレッスンを行います。 提供中のクラス * 初級レベル: 『げんき I & II』(JLPT N5・N4相当) * 中級レベル: 『中級日本語カルテット I & II』(JLPT N3・N2相当) * 会話:『まるごと(A1-B1)』 * JLPT対策:試験合格に向けたカスタマイズ まずはトライアルレッスンでお会いしましょう!

Test Preparation
USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Haruka.
5.0

357 Lessons

Harukaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Spanish
+2

【🇪🇸OK】バルセロナ在住。語学学校で働きながらオンラインでもレッスンを行なっています。 みなさん、こんにちは!現在スペインにある日本語学校で働きながらオンラインでも日本語クラスを提供しています🌸初級者の方には、みんなの日本語をベースにしたオリジナル教材を使用しています。言語学習の大変さは身をもって理解していますので、一人一人のペースに合わせた丁寧な指導をモットーにしています。趣味は音楽と旅行で、2023年には800kmのCamino De Santiagoを完歩しました!スペイン語話者で日本語を学びたい方、ぜひお気軽にご連絡ください。一緒に楽しく日本語を学びましょう!😊 En mi clase usamos Google slides lo que he hecho por mi misma que base de みんなの日本語. En la clase aprendemos Hiragana(10 hiragana cada clase), el gramática, los vocaburarios. También te pasaré mis imagenes, así puedes repasar por tu mismo/ma. Mi objetivo es hacer clases totalmente personalizadas para ti, por lo que me gustaría que me contarás tus intereses antes de empezar el curso. Cualquier duda que tengas puedes preguntarme. Gracias y espero vernos pronto:) ・Aprender gramática iniciación Usamos mi Google slide base de "Minna no Nihongo". Aprendemos poco a poco y cuando terminemos cada unidades hacemos un ejercicio para recordar. ・Conversaciones en japonés Antes de la clase si quieres te doy un tema o un video, en la clase hablamos sobre estos o podemos hablar cualquier cosa.

USD 13.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sae.
5.0

521 Lessons

Saeid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

あなたが日本語を学ぶゴールは何ですか? あなたが目標を達成できるよう、全力でサポートします! こんにちは! さえです。 私は日本で生まれ、日本で育ちました。 高校生のときに英語に興味を持ち、大学では英語を専攻しました。 英語を学ぶことは面白くて大好きです。 でも、言語を学ぶことは本当に難しいですよね。よくわかります。 たくさん勉強しても、会話になると頭が真っ白になって、何も言葉が出なくなるんですよね。 私はあなたにとって、いつでも頼れる友達のようなコミュニティチューターになりたいです。 あなたががんばって日本語を勉強しているのを応援したいです。 ぜひ、あなたの夢をかなえるお手伝いをさせてください! ■ italki コミュニティーチューター(2~3年)(不定期) ■ 資格等 教員免許(英語) ■講師歴 4年(小学校・高校) ■ 私がお手伝いできるのは、こんな目標がある人 ・ 日本語でスムーズに会話ができるようになりたい! ・ ネイティブが実際に使う表現を知りたい! ・ 日本に旅行に行きたい! ・ 日本の文化に興味がある! ■ レッスンについて ・ あなたに合わせたレッスン ・ 日本語で行います ・ わからないときは英語も使います ・ あなたが話す機会をたくさん与えます ・ まちがいがあるときは直します(ご希望に合わせます) ・ ネイティブが使う自然な表現を教えます 私のレッスンはカジュアルです。リラックスして、コーヒーなどを飲みながら楽しくお話ししましょう^^☕

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Gabriel ガブ.
5.0

975 Lessons

Gabriel ガブid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Portuguese
Native
·English
·Spanish
+1

5+ years tutoring on italki, helping language learners with passion and practicality Hi, I'm Gabriel, and I'm a Japanese-Brazilian who grew up in both countries. My main interests are reading, music, traveling, animals, nature, video games, anime, wellness, extreme sports, pop culture, and of course, languages. With a combined experience of 5+ years on italki, working in international environments, and learning 2 languages so far, I bring deep understanding of cultural differences and thought processes—along with understanding the common struggles of learning languages, and how to overcome them. So, whether your goal is to learn in a practical and urgent way, or take your time in diving deep to understand the language and the culture as a whole, I am here to help assisting and guiding you by giving a simpler and clearer perspective to your learning journey. Come practice and learn true Japanese and Portuguese!

USD 8.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Reina.
5.0

141 Lessons

Reinaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Relaxed & Fun Japanese Lessons for All Levels|Friendly Native Tutor こんにちは!Hi! I’m Reina, a native Japanese speaker from Japan. 🇯🇵 I love meeting people from all over the world and learning about different cultures. I’ve lived in Australia and now live in Canada, so I understand the excitement and challenges of learning a new language and adapting to a different culture. I have experience teaching music, and I truly enjoy helping people learn and grow. As a teacher, I’m patient, encouraging, and always happy to support my students at their own pace. My goal is to make learning Japanese enjoyable! I would like to create a relaxed and friendly environment where you feel comfortable speaking Japanese from the very first lesson. Whether you’re a complete beginner or already have some experience, I’ll tailor each lesson to your goals and interests. We can practice everyday conversation, travel Japanese, pronunciation or grammar. I use practical expressions that native speakers actually use, so you’ll learn Japanese that’s useful in real life. Don’t worry about making mistakes—they’re an important part of learning! I’ll help you build your confidence step by step while making every lesson enjoyable. Whether you’re learning Japanese for travel, work, anime, or simply because you love Japan, I’d be happy to help you on your language journey. I can’t wait to meet you in my lesson! See you soon! 😊

USD 16.00/Hour
Available 17:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Alisa.
5.0

1,352 Lessons

Alisaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Learn Japanese Through Fun Conversations | Beginners Welcome! 😊 こんにちは!ありさです😊 関東出身で、標準語を話します。休みの日は、家族や友達と一緒にお出かけしたり、映画館で最新の映画を観たり、好きなアーティストのコンサートに行って音楽を楽しんだりしています。旅行や食べることが大好きで、リラックスした雰囲気で楽しくお話しするのが得意です。ワーキングホリデーでカナダとオーストラリアに住んでいた経験があり、英語での日常的なコミュニケーションもできますので、日本語学習が初めての方や、英語で質問したい方も大歓迎です!2022年には日本語教師の資格を取得しました。レッスンでは、会話練習や文法のサポートはもちろん、日本の文化や日常生活についてもたくさんお話ししましょう。日本語や日本の文化に興味がある方、一緒に楽しく学びましょう! Hi! I'm Arisa 😊 I'm from the Kanto region of Japan, and I speak standard Japanese. On my days off, I enjoy going out with my family and friends, watching the latest movies at the cinema, and going to concerts by my favorite artists to enjoy live music. I love traveling and trying different foods, and I'm good at having fun, relaxed conversations in a comfortable atmosphere. I have experience living in Canada and Australia on working holidays, so I'm also comfortable with everyday communication in English. If you're completely new to learning Japanese or would like to ask questions in English, you're very welcome! I obtained my Japanese language teaching qualification in 2022. In my lessons, we'll practice conversation and work on grammar, while also talking about Japanese culture and everyday life. If you're interested in Japanese language and culture, let's have fun learning together!

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Akiho.
5.0

763 Lessons

Akihoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

主にGenki を使用してレッスンを行います! 私のことは、先生というよりも、友だちのように接してください☺️ そして、24時間いつでも気軽にたくさん質問してください✨ 楽しく学び、言葉の壁を超えて良い関係を築いていけたら嬉しいです🎶 私があなたの日本語学習を精一杯サポートします🫡✨ Please think of me as a friend rather than a teacher. ☺️ Feel free to ask me lots of questions anytime, 24/7! ✨ I’d love for us to have fun learning together and build a great relationship beyond language barriers. 🎶 I’ll do my best to support your Japanese learning! 🫡✨

Medical
USD 8.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Misaki.
5.0

20 Lessons

Misakiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Real conversation, real Japanese 🗣️💬 Let’s practice Japanese in a relaxed and friendly space 🇯🇵 Hi! My name is Misaki 🌷 Have you been studying Japanese but don’t know where to practice speaking? I’m glad you found me👀✨ ☘️ About Me I’m from Osaka, Japan. I absolutely love spicy food and fruit 🍓🔥 I love watching American TV series and gardening 🌱 Recently, I’ve been growing basil, shiso, tomatoes, and chili peppers 🍅✨ 🌸 My Lessons are Suited for People Who: 📍Want lessons mainly in Japanese 📍Want to hear and speak lots of Japanese 📍Want to become comfortable with everyday conversation 📍Want to learn natural Japanese instead of textbook Japanese 📍Want to make Japanese friends 📚 Lesson Style 📍Conversation practice 📍Review notes after class 🗣️ In the Trial Lesson 📍Japanese level check 📍Discussion about your goals and needs 📍Lesson overview 📍Creating a future lesson plan together 💌 A Message for You I’ve also studied English and learned to speak it 🇺🇸 I truly believe that not only what you learn, but also how you learn and who you learn with can make a big difference in your language-learning journey 👀✨

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Akira.
5.0

1,210 Lessons

Akiraid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Spanish
+1

🧑🏻‍💻Experience of 1️⃣5️⃣0️⃣0️⃣ Online lessons 🧑🏻‍💻10% off lesson packages🧑🏻‍💻 <English> 👔I have been teaching the Japanese language to children, young people, adults, and seniors for more than 5 years. 👔I mainly use "Genki", "Marugoto(A1-B1), and "Minnano Nihongo". If you don't have any text or book, don't worry. 👔Learn with me hiragana, Katakana, kanji. Learn with me conversation, grammar, etc... 👔I help you achieve your JLPT and MECSST(MEXT) goal. 👔I help you practice basic business practices <Spanish> 👔Tengo más de 5 años de dar clases el idioma japonés a los niños, los jóvenes, adultos, y a mayores. 👔Principalmente uso "Genki", "Marugoto(A1-B1), y "Minnano Nihongo". Si no tiene ningún texto o libro, no te preocupes. 😓No pude escribir más en español

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chiharu.
5.0

405 Lessons

Chiharuid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Speak Japanese fluently and confidently! Hello! My name is Chiharu and live in Osaka. I am a native speaker with a broad vocabulary. I enjoy traveling, movies, reading, gardening and eating ramen🍜. I love to communicate with people from different cultures and backgrounds. I've traveled to 45 of Japan's 47 prefectures, so I can recommend places to visit here. Outside of Japan, I’ve been to the United States, Canada, Thailand, Singapore, Australia, Greece and Italy. I'd love to visit more places. Please share me some spots and food in your country. For over 10 years at universities, I have helped international students and improve their Japanese language skills, taught them Japanese customs, and supported them in making their lives in Japan smoother. I understand how difficult it can be to learn Japanese and get used to different customs. In my lessons, we’ll focus on practical Japanese conversation—whether it's for travel, daily life, or polite business settings. Planning a trip to Japan? I’ll make sure you’re fully prepared to navigate smoothly.
 If you need Japanese for business, I can help you master polite language and cultural nuances to communicate confidently and respectfully. I will tailor lessons to fit your goals and needs, so we can enjoy learning Japanese together and reach the next level!

USD 6.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Eve Eve.
5.0

798 Lessons

Eve Eveid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

I’ve taught English at a Japanese cram school for junior and senior high school students for 2 years, and worked in childcare where I encouraged young learners to use English in daily activities. I also volunteered to teach English at a local kindergarten. These experiences taught me how to be patient, adaptable, and creative in my teaching — skills that are just as important for adult learners as for children. Combined with my nursing background, I’m good at listening carefully and making students feel comfortable and supported. My goal is to create a relaxed space where you can speak freely, make mistakes, and learn natural, everyday Japanese without feeling pressured.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 13:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Misaki.
5.0

481 Lessons

Misakiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Yeares of experience: 5 years+ I am a qualified Japanese teacher. Let's have fun studying with me! こんにちは!日本語教師のMISAKIです😊 日本の北海道に住んでいます。北海道には美味しい食べ物や、美しい景色がたくさんあります⛄ 私の趣味は旅行、ドラマやアニメを見ること、そして読書(小説やマンガ)です。カナダ・フランス・オーストラリア・台湾・韓国など、様々な国へ行ったことがあります。いろいろな国の文化や食べ物などに興味があります✨ レッスンでは、フリートーク、テキストを使った授業、JLPT対策、日常会話など、生徒さんの目的に合わせたレッスンをします(^^) たくさんの初級レベルの学生を教えた経験もあるので、日本語の勉強を始めたばかりの方も安心してください。“やさしい日本語”を使って話しますから、少しずつ日本語に慣れましょう! もちろん長く日本語を勉強している方ともたくさん話せたらうれしいです! I will speak using “easy Japanese,” so let’s get accustomed to Japanese little by little! Of course, I would be happy to talk a lot with those who have been studying Japanese for a long time. I think that each of us has a different purpose of studying, so we would like to decide what kind of study you want to do together. Introduce texts and themes that align with your objectives. JLPT preparation (N5~N3) is also accepted. Let's pass the exam together! Free talk about anime, manga, travel, etc. is also welcome. I will also introduce words that can be used at daily conversation. Let's have a lot of fun and talk! I have passed the Japanese Teaching Competency Test and have completed a 420-hour Japanese teacher training course. After that, I volunteered to give private lessons and taught at a Japanese school. I have worked with students at different levels and from different countries. ⚠️Cancellations for lessons after 24 hours cannot be accepted. Please be aware.⚠️

USD 10.00/trial
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher よつば(Yotsuba).
5.0

538 Lessons

よつば(Yotsuba)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Japanese for Adult Beginners | 800+ Lessons | Step-by-Step Grammar こんにちは!よつばです。 神奈川県出身で、標準語を話します。 旅行や異文化が好きで、現在は英語とフランス語を勉強しています。 教師としては、420時間日本語教師養成講座を修了し、現在複数のプラットフォームで日本語を教えています。レッスンは累計800レッスン以上です。 私のレッスンは【会話クラス】と【初級文法クラス】があります。 こんな方におすすめです: ✓ 日本語をゼロから始めたい方 ✓ 初級文法をしっかり理解したい方 ✓ 自分のペースで勉強したい方 子ども向けレッスンや試験対策は行っておりません。 レッスンでは必要に応じて英語でサポートするので、初心者の方も安心してください。 まずはトライアルレッスンの受講をおすすめします! なお、いずれも終了前の5分間を休憩時間とする場合があります。その場合レッスン時間は25又55分となるのでご了承ください。クラスの詳細はクラスページをご覧ください。 * Hello! I'm Yotsuba. I'm from Kanagawa, Japan, and I speak standard Japanese. I love traveling and learning about different cultures, and I'm currently studying English and French. I completed a 420-hour Japanese Teacher Training Course and now I work as an online Japanese tutor across multiple platforms and private contracts, with over 800 completed sessions. I offer two types of lessons: Conversation Classes and Beginner Grammar Classes. My lessons are a good fit for you if you: ✓ are just starting to learn Japanese ✓ want to build a strong foundation in Japanese grammar ✓ prefer to learn at your own pace Please note that I currently teach adults only. I do not offer lessons for children or JLPT/exam preparation courses. I can provide support in English whenever needed, so complete beginners are very welcome! I recommend starting with a Trial Lesson! Please note that for some lessons, the last 5 minutes may be used as a short break. In that case, the actual lesson time will be approximately 25 or 55 minutes. For more details, please check the individual class pages.

Business
USD 6.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kao Yamamoto.
5.0

3,298 Lessons

Kao Yamamotoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Customized lesson for your ideal goal(16+ years experience for teaching Japanese) Failure is the mother of success.失敗こそ成功の母 Shippai koso Seikou no Haha This philosophy has guided my 16+ years of teaching Japanese. I help learners overcome the fear of mistakes through supportive, confidence‑building instruction. I learned English entirely in Japan (my only overseas trip was three days in Hawaii!). This experience helps me explain Japanese concepts clearly using English scaffolding. As I could learn English in Japan, you can learn Japanese wherever you are—once you’re ready to embrace mistakes and grow from them. As a Harry Potter generation teacher, I make lessons engaging with pop culture such as music, anime, and manga. At the same time, JLPT preparation and business Japanese are part of my expertise, so lessons can be customized to your goals. My teaching journey began in high school, volunteering in a language center’s newcomer class. In university, I worked at an international school, teaching pronunciation. The letters written in Japanese that I received from students are still precious to me. Customized Japanese Lessons Tailored to Your Interests In our trial lesson, we’ll assess your level and set clear goals. We’ll create a personalized plan to reach your ideal proficiency. Learning Materials (interest‑based and practical): ✨Travel Prep ✨J‑POP lyric analysis ✨Movie & anime openings/endings ✨Daily conversation practice ✨JLPT materials (if needed) ✨Business situation Training Let’s work together to speak sophisticated, natural Japanese😊

Test PreparationBusiness
USD 25.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher SoSo.
5.0

2,797 Lessons

SoSoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+3

Comprehensive courses with up-to-date methods🧑‍🎓 I started my career as a volunteer Japanese tutor. After 1 year of tutoring in a conversational class, I started online private lessons. I passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test in 2020, and completed the Japanese Language Teacher Training Course in 2021. 私は2020年に日本語教育能力検定に合格し、2021年に2018年に日本語教師養成講座を修了しました。 ボランティアの日本語教師として、1年間会話クラスを担当した経験があります。

USD 7.00/trial
Available 03:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Satsuki.
5.0

24 Lessons

Satsukiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Speak Japanese with Confidence | Clear, Structured Lessons for Adult Learners Hi, I’m Satsuki, a professional Japanese teacher based in Tokyo 😊 I teach adult learners who want to understand Japanese clearly, speak with more confidence, and know what to study next. My lessons are friendly and relaxed, but also clear, structured, and goal-focused 🌱 I do not simply follow one textbook. I choose materials and lesson methods based on your level, goals, and learning style. You will always understand what we are studying, why it is important, and how to use it in real communication. Rather than only memorizing phrases, you will learn how Japanese works and how to create your own sentences. I teach complete beginners, self-study learners, conversation learners, and professionals who need polite or business Japanese. I studied linguistics at university and began teaching Japanese while I was still a student. After graduating, I taught Japanese in Thailand for two years. I later built a career in HR at Japanese and global companies before returning to Japanese teaching full-time. I am originally from Hokkaido and have also lived in the United States and Thailand 🌏 I understand how challenging it can be to learn, live, and communicate in another language and culture. You can relax, make mistakes, and ask questions anytime. I will not pressure you, but I will guide you clearly and help you keep moving forward. Please feel free to book a trial lesson or a regular lesson anytime. I’m looking forward to meeting you 😊

USD 24.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Saki.
5.0

4,894 Lessons

Sakiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Certified Japanese Teacher; 5000+ Lessons worth of experience; Fluent in English Hello! My name is Saki. I am from Osaka, and I currently live in Brazil. My major is English and American Literature. I was a Japanese assistant at my university, and taught Japanese to international students. I have a certification to teach Japanese. I have taught Japanese for more than 4 years. Also, when I was in my university, as a Japanese assistant, I taught Japanese to international students. I always keep in mind to teach students gently and in a way that is easy to understand. Since I speak English, I can teach Japanese in English for Japanese beginners. I will make effective lessons for students to improve their Japanese skills quickly. I have a certification to teach Japanese. I have taught Japanese for more than 4 years. Also, when I was in my university, as a Japanese assistant, I taught Japanese to international students. I always keep in mind to teach students gently and in a way that is easy to understand. Since I speak English, I can teach Japanese in English for Japanese beginners. I will make effective lessons for students to improve their Japanese skills quickly. In my lessons, we can use textbooks, check your Japanese writings, and also we can have a general conversation. I would like to make flexible lessons adjusted to each student. Since I was working at a Japanese company, I can teach students business Japanese. I would like to make fun lessons which will make students more eager to study Japanese.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Fumi.
5.0

2,039 Lessons

Fumiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+4

I have taught Japanese to some of my friends while I was in Mexico. Since I enjoyed teaching Japanese, I decided to become a Japanese teacher. Not only teaching Japanese language itself but I can tell the Japanese culture which is quite unique! メキシコにいる間、友人に日本語を教えていました。 日本語を教えることが楽しくて、日本語の先生になる決意をしました。 言語だけではなく、独特な日本文化についても教えられます!

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kaori S.
5.0

220 Lessons

Kaori Sid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

【Anime&Manga】Let's talk about what you love! ✏️ Teaching Experience & Qualifications I’ve worked as a licensed elementary school teacher in Japan for 2 years and completed a Japanese language teacher training course. I now live in Singapore and am learning English and Chinese myself—so I understand how challenging and rewarding language learning can be! With experience in both classroom teaching and private tutoring, I create lessons that are fun, clear, and easy to follow. I especially enjoy working with children and beginners, and always try to build a positive, encouraging atmosphere.

Kids
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Learn Japanese with the teacher Miyu.
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こんにちは 私の名前はミユです。 日本に住んでいます。 Hello! Nice to meet you, my name is Miyu. Do you want to have a fun time while learning Japanese? I am a native Japanese speaker living in Japan. みなさんの日本語の勉強を、私がお手伝いします。 My tutoring is focused on conversation skills. I would like to make you feel comfortable to listen and to have more confidence speaking Japanese. I will also help you with learning grammar, making sentences and understanding background Japanese culture through simple conversation, depending on your propose for learning Japanese. I will talk with you in Japanese appr

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What our Japanese students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 2,325,795 customer reviews

  • Nathan D.

    Nathan D.

    Learning Japanese

    Kyouko is an amazing Japanese teacher! She has been of great assistance helping me to develop confidence in my speaking. She truly cares about her student's progress and has developed materials and roleplaying exercises tailored to my specific needs. I highly recommend her as a teacher.

  • Mikołaj

    Mikołaj

    Learning Japanese

    Lessons with Anri先生 are very good. She is always prepared and never late to our classes. I often feel encouraged to try my best and speak even if I am not sure if I am correct. In case of any mistakes, the are explained in understandable way. The atmosphere is also very friendly. I really enjoy our lessons, I feel motivated to continue my learning and I can see my level raising from lesson to lesson. Highly recommended!

  • Kelvin Perez

    Kelvin Perez

    Learning Japanese

    独学でJLPT N1に合格した後、次はどうやってネイティブレベルに近づいていけばいいのか相談したくて、こうすけ先生を選びました。 最初のレッスンでは、一緒に自分の改善点や癖を見つけ、今後のレッスンプランを立てていただきました。また、レッスンプランに沿って進めるだけでなく、日本での日々の生活の中で感じた疑問や、日本語についての質問にも柔軟に答えていただいています。 毎回楽しく話しながら、自分でも少しずつ「ネイティブレベル」という大きな目標に近づいていると感じています。 初心者だけではなく、すでにN2やN1レベルの上級日本語を身につけている方にも、こうすけ先生のレッスンをおすすめします!

  • Kayhan

    Kayhan

    Learning Japanese

    As always, we started our lesson with conversation practice. Yukie-sensei is so helpful when I’m trying to form sentences correctly. She also takes notes on our conversations and sends them after each lesson, which is really useful for reviewing! Today, she used drawings to explain the difference between に (ni) and へ (e), which made it so much easier to understand. I really appreciate the care she puts into her explanations and how she makes grammar practice fun and engaging.

  • wei-han Chang

    Learning Japanese

    先生の親しみやすさとプロ意識がとても好きです!いつもリラックスした雰囲気で、文章の修正やネイティブらしい自然なニュアンスを教えてくださいます。 レッスンでは日本語のちょっとしたコツだけでなく、日本人の思考パターンに合わせた文章の書き方や、相手に伝わりやすいコミュニケーションの方法まで学べます。 単に日本語を鍛えるだけでなく、「自分が本当に伝えたいことは何なのか」を深く理解し、その中から重要なポイントを絞り込んで相手に伝えるプロセスを学べました。 自分の考えをどうすれば効果的に伝えられるかを知ることができ、語学の学習以上にとても大切な学びが得られる素晴らしいレッスンです!

  • Dylan L

    Learning Japanese

    Today was my 50th lesson with Kurumi-Sensei! It's been really helpful that she's so consistent that I've been able to form a habit of chatting with her and studying together twice a week. Being able to chat with her about everyday things gives me a lot of chances and experience to become more accustomed to hearing and using the exact everyday type of words and grammar structures that I'd want to use instead of just rote memorizing pre-approved standard expressions. Then when we have less to talk about, or are otherwise done with a chat, we progress to studying from the textbook where I can get more concentrated practice on how to use different grammar structures and how to phrase different types of ideas that I may have just been struggling to convey in conversation. It's a really helpful balance and I feel much more confident stumbling my way through practicing speaking, with Kurumi-Sensei's encouragement. いつも本当にありがとうございます!これからもよろしくお願いします!

  • Melissa Bray

    Melissa Bray

    Learning Japanese

    Happy 100th lesson! I've never regretted a single lesson with Shoko-sensei. I've learned so much. I'm not farther along due to my own lack of studying, but I love our weekly/biweekly sessions and I always leave feeling confident in what I just learned. Her explanations are incredible and adaptable. Here's to 100 more - and by then maybe I will write in all Japanese!!!

  • Marion

    Learning Japanese

    Ich hatte mittlerweile 30 Stunden mit Mari-san und bin sehr zufrieden. Die Stunden sind immer gut vorbereitet und auf meine Bedürfnisse abgestimmt. Mari-san ist sehr geduldig und durch die angenehme Atmosphäre macht das Japanischlernen viel Spaß. Ich merke, dass ich Fortschritte mache und freue mich schon auf die nächsten Stunden! 😊

  • Keven

    Learning Japanese

    I have taken eight lessons with Yumi Sensei now. She continues to exceed my expectations in every way. She has a very pleasant and easy-going personality and made me feel comfortable from the very first lesson. she encourages me to learn the fundamentals of the language but is also flexible enough to tailor each lesson to my specific needs. because of Yumi Sensei's excellent teaching style, my confidence and skill is building. I will definitely continue taking lessons. 👍😊

  • Daniel

    Daniel

    Learning Japanese

    I've been taking lessons with Hana for a long time now, and these days each lesson feels like catching up with an old friend. What sets her apart is that she makes an effort to get to know her students, and her encouragement goes well beyond Japanese. She has a real talent for noticing strengths in her students that they haven't noticed in themselves, and for nurturing them. Over our time together she's helped me come out of my shell and pursue things I wouldn't have had the confidence to try before. She's not someone who hands out empty praise, so when she tells you you're good at something, you believe it. The teachers you remember most are the ones who don't just teach. They become mentors whose lessons go beyond the subject itself. Hana is one of those teachers, and I can't thank her enough. She's patient, adapts to how you learn, and makes it safe to struggle with the hard parts. If you're looking for a teacher who will genuinely invest in you, I can't recommend her enough.

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