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Learn Japanese with the teacher ringo.
5.0

1 Lessons

ringoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Chinese (Mandarin)

🌸 Japanese Beginners Welcome! | English Support Available Hi! Nice to meet you 😊 I was born in Kobe, Japan, and spent my early childhood in Toronto, Canada. I've also studied in Vancouver and Singapore. I speak Japanese, English, and a little Mandarin Chinese (Taiwanese Mandarin). I love traveling, learning about different cultures, and meeting people from around the world. Japanese beginners are always welcome! 🌸 Feel free to speak in English, simple Japanese, or a mix of both. はじめまして😊 神戸で生まれ、5歳までカナダのトロントで過ごしました。その後、バンクーバーやシンガポールへの留学経験があります。 日本語(標準語・関西弁)、英語、中国語(台湾華語)を少し話せます。同じ言語でも、イントネーションの違いにその人らしさや個性を感じるのが好きです。 趣味は旅行で、さまざまな国の文化や人との出会いを楽しんでいます。気に入った場所には何度も訪れるタイプです。ぜひ皆さんのおすすめの場所も教えてください😊 我們一起聊聊,也希望你覺得學日語很有趣。 レッスンでお話出来るのを楽しみにしています~

USD 5.00/trial
Available 10:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kosuke CA.
5.0

642 Lessons

Kosuke CAid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
·French

Friendly Japanese Lessons|English Support|5 Years Experience 👨‍🏫🇯🇵🇨🇦🌐 こんにちは!Hello! Bonjour! 🇯🇵🇨🇦🌐 日本語講師のこうすけです。 カナダの語学学校で3年間、さまざまな国の学習者に日本語を教えてきました。 講師歴は5年、英語でのサポートも可能です。 日本語講師養成講座(420時間)も修了しています。 初心者から上級者まで、安心して学べます。 アニメ・マンガ・日常会話・文化など、あなたの「好き」から日本語を広げましょう! まちがえても大丈夫。 リラックスして、たくさん話しましょう😊 🌱 レッスンについて ・会話中心で「話せる日本語」を身につけます ・あなたのレベルや目的に合わせてレッスンを調整 ・初心者には英語でやさしくサポート ・中級・上級者には自然で実用的な表現を練習 言語は、文化を見るための窓です。 あなたのペースで、日本語と日本文化を一緒に楽しみましょう。 トライアルレッスンで気軽にお話ししましょう! お会いできるのを楽しみにしています! Hello! Bonjour! 🇯🇵🇨🇦🌐 I'm Kosuke, a Japanese teacher. I have 5 years of teaching experience and taught Japanese at a language school in Canada for 3 years, working with students from many different countries. I have also completed a 420-hour Japanese teacher training course. I can support you in English, so beginners are very welcome! From beginner to advanced, you can learn with confidence. Let’s expand your Japanese through what you love—anime, manga, daily conversation, and culture! Don’t worry about making mistakes. Relax and let’s talk a lot 😊 🌱 About my lessons ・Conversation-focused lessons to help you speak naturally ・Lessons customized to your level and goals ・Friendly English support for beginners ・Natural and practical Japanese for intermediate & advanced learners Language is a window into culture. Let’s enjoy learning Japanese and Japanese culture at your own pace. Feel free to book a trial lesson! I’m looking forward to meeting you!

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

121 Lessons

Mayukoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
·English
+2

【ビジネス日本語を学びたい方】面接の準備、就職活動サポートします こんにちは! 元ITコンサルタントでビジネス日本語専門教師のMayuko(まゆこ)です。 「実務で使える日本語」と「戦略的な就活サポート」が私の強みです。 もちろん、私自身は日本文化、日本の歴史をこよなく愛する一人です。大学院では日本文化や日本語学を専攻しました。ぜひ、日本に興味がある方もレッスンを受けてみてくださいね! 私自身の40社以上の面接経験と大企業からベンチャー企業まで様々な企業での勤務実績を活かしたレッスンを行います。 ・IT/マーケティング業界の【 専門用語 トレーニング】 ・書類通過率90%↑を目指す【 志望動機 のブラッシュアップ】 ・法務局【 帰化面接 】の質問想定、回答の提案、面接の練習 ・大学・大学院の研究計画書および論文添削 留学生の新卒採用から中途転職者まで、\日本で働きたい方をサポートします/ 日本語を「壁」ではなく「架け橋」に変えましょう! ・業界・職種に合わせた、ビジネス会話の練習など ・自己PRや志望動機の整理、面接の練習、書類の添削など ・仕事で必要な敬語、IT・マーケティング用語の使い方、ビジネスメール ・帰化(法務局からの面接練習)、永住権取得 (N3以上取得) に関するサポート ・生徒さんのご要望に応じます。 ずっと書類審査や一次面接で落ち続けていた人も、数回私のレッスンを受けてくださると、一発で内定をもらう人も多いです。受ける企業に合わせたPRは非常に重要です♪ 受講生の多くが、日本の企業への内定や転職を実現しています。 ■レッスン形式:プライベートレッスンとグループレッスン ①就職活動サポート:プライベートレッスンのみ ②就活の概要・進め方アドバイス:プライベートレッスン・グループレッスン ③ビジネス日本語、ビジネスマナー:プライベートレッスン・グループレッスン 【レッスン内容】 ■プライベートレッスン その方のフェーズに合わせ、現状のヒアリングと面接練習、私からの提案。 毎回レッスンごとに提案・アドバイス等を資料にまとめて共有いたします。 ・企業の募集要項に合わせた自己PRの作成 ・自己分析・強みの整理(内定につながる表現) ・面接練習(WEB面接・対面の両方) ・ビジネス資料・提案書・メールの書き方 ・専門用語の練習:IT用語・DX用語・マーケティング用語などの理解と応用 ※テキストとパワーポイント、PDF、googleスライド等を共有しながら進めます。

USD 10.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher yuko maeda.
5.0

42 Lessons

yuko maedaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

15年以上の指導経験をもつ資格者があなたをポートします^^ 《指導経験》 ・高校で国語(日本語)の指導(15年以上) ・日本語学校で留学生を対象に日本語の指導 ・大学や専門学校への進学指導 ・企業などへの就職指導 ・論文、作文、資格試験指導の経験あり ※役所で公文書作成の経験あり

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

999 Lessons

Michikoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

私(わたし)は、日本人(にほんじん)で母国語(ぼこくご)も日本語(にほんご)です。 絵本(えほん)や児童文学(じどうぶんがく)が好(す)きで、翻訳家(ほんやくか)を目指(めざ)しています。英語(えいご)を勉強(べんきょう)しているので、少(すこ)し話(はな)すことができます。 趣味(しゅみ)は、手帳(てちょう)を書(か)くこと、文房具(ぶんぼうぐ)を集(あつ)めること、絵(え)を描(か)くこと、ゲーム配信(はいしん)の動画(どうが)を見(み)ることです。 海外旅行(かいがいりょこう)は、イギリスに行(い)ったことがあります。 2021年、日本語教育能力検定試験に合格(ごうかく)し、資格(しかく)を持っています。 Hello! Thank you for being here. My name is Michiko. I'm a native Japanese speaker. I'm interested in picture books and children's literature and I'm working towards becoming a translator. I enjoy learning English, so I can speak English a little. I like writing a journal, collecting stationeries or washi tapes, painting pictures and watching game streaming videos. I've been to England once. When I visited there, some people spoke Japanese to me and I was really glad that. And then, I'd like to help people learn Japanese. I've experienced various kinds of jobs like a teacher in a cramschool and junior high school, a shop assistant at a general store. I passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test in 2021. My main lessons are Free Talk. We enjoy talking about the cultures, learning language, hobbies or anything else you like. If you have any questions, you can ask me at any time. (in English, OK) I think enjoying and making mistakes are really important in learning new languages. You may be nervous at first, but please don't worry about making mistakes and always challenge with me!

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

4,214 Lessons

JUNJUNid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

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.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Aoi M.
5.0

7,243 Lessons

Aoi Mid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish
·Swedish

Conversation, Beginners to Advanced, Grammar focused Top 1% Teacher with 12 years experiences ↓Japanese below↓ I have been teaching Japanese here on Italki for ANY LEVELED STUDENTS and AGE OVER 8 YEARS OLD for about 10 years and as a volunteer for another 5 years at several Japanese language schools in Tokyo. I've been working as a translator and also with kids at kindergarten for 5years. I'm good at adjusting to your speaking level. So beginners are always welcome! Of course advanced level as well! Kids over 8 years old are also welcome! I can help you with ESSAY CORRECTION/CV and etc… 私は東京のいくつかの日本語学校で5年間ボランティアとして日本語を教えてきました。作文の直し、会話の練習、語彙を増やすお手伝いなどをしました。 現在は、一人の生徒に個人的に日本語を教えているのですが、その生徒は文法と会話を中心にやりたいということだったのでそういった要望に合わせた授業を行っています。 保育士とベビーシッターとして働いた経験もあるので、簡単な文法や語彙を使って話すことも得意です。

USD 9.99/trial
Available 18:15 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher midori.
5.0

5,015 Lessons

midoriid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
·English

Not a teacher, but your ally :) Let's learn Japanese your way. Hi, I'm Midori! I've been teaching Japanese online since 2020 and have worked with more than 1,000 learners from all over the world. One thing I've learned over the years is that every student is different. Some people love grammar. Some want to improve their pronunciation. Some want structured lessons with homework. Others just want a comfortable place where they can practice speaking Japanese without feeling nervous. That's why I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. I try to adjust my lessons to each student's goals, personality, and learning style. My lessons are usually relaxed, interactive, and conversation-focused. Making mistakes is completely okay here. In fact, mistakes are often the fastest way to improve. I enjoy meeting people from different countries and backgrounds, and I love hearing about my students' jobs, hobbies, cultures, and life experiences. So whether you want to study with a textbook, prepare for work or university, improve your conversation skills, or simply enjoy speaking Japanese, I'd be happy to support your journey. Let's learn Japanese together—at your pace, in your own way :)

Business
USD 10.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Jun.
5.0

1,444 Lessons

Junid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
·Spanish
+2

たくさん日本語ではなしましょう!Certified Japanese Teacher 10+ Years of Experience in Universities & Online Teaching 🗣️ Let's speak from day one – beginners are welcome :) みなさん、こんにちは!わたしの名前(なまえ)は Junです。 日本(にほん)の神奈川県(かながわけん)出身(しゅっしん)です。 わたしの趣味(しゅみ)は料理(りょうり)とランニングです。 本(ほん)を読(よ)んだり、ドラマを見(み)ることも好(す)きです。 よろしくおねがいします! Hello everyone, my name is Jun! I'm from Kanagawa, Japan. I like cooking, exercising, reading books, and watching series. Most importantly, I love learning languages! Nice to meet you:) - As a teacher- I am capable of teaching students ranging from beginners to advanced learners. My lessons can be conducted using only Japanese as much as possible, with controlled vocabulary adjustments according to the student’s level. I believe the true value of lessons lies in providing time for output and communication with a native speaker :) Of course, if you would like grammar-focused lessons, I can offer those as well. I will tailor the lessons to your preferences! - Lesson style - My lessons are flexible and communicative (focus on speaking). Let's speak Japanese a lot and enjoy it! I speak an appropriate level of Japanese according to each student's level. Tools: Google Meet/Skype/Zoom/italki classroom Textbooks: Minna no Nihongo 1&2/GENKI 1&2/Marugoto series/for JLPT etc *1: For any rescheduling or cancellation, please contact me 24 hours prior to your scheduled lesson. Rescheduling or cancellation cannot be done within 24 hours of the lesson. *2: If a student does not show up within the first 10 minutes without warning, the lesson will be cancelled and cannot be refunded.

USD 20.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Shunta K.
5.0

81 Lessons

Shunta Kid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
·Spanish
+2

Visual Lessons with iPad & Apple Pencil + Personalized Homework (checked together) = Step-by-Step 📈 📌 About Me I’m a big fan of anime (One Piece, Naruto, Detective Conan), CrossFit, watching baseball (Go Dragons!), and relaxing in onsen ♨️ I love helping students build confidence and enjoy learning Japanese in a fun and structured way! 📌 Message from Me Learning Japanese doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Let’s make it clear, simple, and fun—with visual tools, step-by-step guidance, and support every step of the way. Let’s do this together—Matane! 🚀✨

USD 26.00/trial
Available 05:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chiemi.
5.0

2 Lessons

Chiemiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

I've been teaching Japanese for 6 years. My first trip abroad changed how I see the world. Later, I studied in the UK for six months without much preparation and ran into walls of language and culture. It wasn't all fun, and that bitter experience is the foundation of my lessons. I have taught Japanese for six years and love supporting people who dream of traveling to or working in Japan. My lessons focus on real conversation: not just correct grammar, but choosing the right words with an understanding of Japanese culture, so you can build good relationships. I previously worked as an English and math tutor and a cram school teacher, and volunteered at an elementary school and an after-school program. My students are aged 9 to 70. Hearing "I passed the exam!" or seeing students keep going despite busy schedules makes me glad to be a teacher. I mainly use Minna no Nihongo, but I adapt to each student, including handmade materials. My motto: a fun, fulfilling place to learn, built on trust. I'd love to be part of your "story across Japan." Join a lesson anytime! それから・・・ I have one request for prospective students: please share as much as you can about the culture of your country. I firmly believe this is essential, both for building mutual trust and for delivering effective lessons.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ayumi K.
5.0

8,549 Lessons

Ayumi Kid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
·Spanish

2022 Top 1% Japanese teacher in italki🏆 / Experienced at language school for 3 years🤓✨ 🔹From Kyoto, Live in Kyoto 🔹Active, Talkative, Challenging,   Energetic, and Curious😁 🔹certificated Japanese teacher 🔹certificated inner child counselor, therapist and hypnotherapist 🔹I love…💗  Traveling 🎒  Nature science🌲  Tea☕🍵  Fish🐟  Biology🐝  Bouldering  Japanese history (Sengoku, Edo, Samurai)🏯  Video games 🎮(Legend of Zelda, Splatoon🦑)  Learning other languages, civilization📚  Spiritual👼  Horror👻  Berserker, Ghibli📚  my dogs🐕  Japanese comedy, Manzai🤪  meditation🙏  painting🎨  and my students💕 🔹I have 2 different kinds of certifications✨ 🔹Worked at language school for 3 years 🔹Experienced from N5 - N1 classes 🔹Totally taught more than 7000 lessons 🔹More than 600 students 🔹Strong field: Grammar 🔹ENTP 🔹I was a biologist (ichthyologist🐟) 🔹Logical thinking 🔹Japanese Calligraphy teacher 🔹Also a learner🤓 English & Spanish According to my students, differences between other teachers are... 🔸an expert of grammar and reading teacher 🔸correcting mistakes in detail 🔸a large stock of grammar knowledge 🔸explaining grammar points and your mistakes properly 🔸logical explanations in English 🔸you can learn tips which other teachers never have you 🔸bunch of original exercises 🔸candid opinion (sorry😂) I often hear from my students that "other teachers didn't teach me something like that.", "they never corrected me that point", "many Japanese hesitate correcting, but you are different", "other teachers didn't explain me my mistakes in detail like you", "so logical".

USD 20.00/trial
Available 04:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Aiko Ishikawa.
5.0

27 Lessons

Aiko Ishikawaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
French
+2

フランス語OK!カフェのようにお茶をしながら、楽しくリラックスして日本語でおしゃべりしましょう! Bonjour à tous ! Je m'appelle Aiko. Actuellement, j'habite à Toulouse, en France. J'adore l'art, le design et les pâtisseries ! Mes cours sont basés principalement sur la conversation. Du japonais quotidien et naturel jusqu'aux expressions polies, discutons ensemble avec plaisir et à votre rythme. Étant moi-même en train d'apprendre le français, je comprends tout à fait votre stress et les difficultés de l'apprentissage d'一une langue. Ce n'est pas grave de faire des erreurs ! Ne vous inquiétez pas si vous êtes débutant, je peux aussi vous aider un peu en français. Détendez-vous et parlons beaucoup. J'ai hâte de papoter avec vous dans mon cours ! みなさん、こんにちは!あいこです。 現在、フランスのトゥルーズに住んでいます。私はアートやデザイン、そして甘いものを食べるのが大好きです! 私のレッスンは『会話』がメインです。自然な日常会話から、シチュエーションに応じた丁寧な表現まで、皆さんの目標やペースに合わせて楽しくおしゃべりしましょう。 私自身も現在、フランス語を一生懸命勉強しています。だからこそ、新しい言語を話すときのドキドキする気持ちや難しさが本当によく分かります。間違えても全然大丈夫です! フランス語圏の生徒さんで、「日本語はまだ始めたばかり…」という初心者の方も安心してください。必要なときはフランス語で少しサポートすることも可能です。 リラックスして、たくさんお話ししましょう。レッスンで皆さんとおしゃべりできるのを、楽しみにしています! * 対象レベル / Niveau * 主に中級〜上級(JLPT N3〜N1 / B1〜C2)向けですが、その他のレベルの方もご相談に応じます。お気軽にメッセージください! (Ce cours s'adresse principalement aux niveaux intermédiaire à avancé (N3-N1 / B1-C2). Si vous avez un autre niveau, n'hésitez pas à me contacter avant de réserver !)

USD 11.00/Hour
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Maki.
5.0

1,378 Lessons

Makiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
Chinese (Mandarin)
·English

I have over 20 years of experience in teaching Japanese. I majored in Japanese language education at my university. Since graduating from university, I have been teaching Japanese in China for three years and in Japan for over 17 years, including online. I love teaching Japanese. I can teach conversation, composition, kanji, test preparation, business Japanese, pronunciation, anything. I also have a YouTube "日本語まきちゃんねる". I am good at creating a Japanese study plan that suits your goals and level. I try to make it easy for you to understand and enjoy learning in class. 私は大学(日本語教育学)を卒業してから、中国で3年間、日本ではオンラインも含めて17年以上日本語を教えています。私は日本語を教えるのが大好きで、会話、作文、漢字、試験対策、ビジネス日本語、発音、何でも教えることができます。 私は学習者の目的やレベルに合った日本語学習を組み立てるのが得意です。授業ではわかりやすく、そして楽しく学べるように心がけています。

USD 15.00/trial
Available 01:30 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Amber.
Amberid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

1200+ lesson taught / Bringing the joy of learning in Japanese with Amber Hello! I am Aya from Japan :) I was born and raised in rural Japan, but I have spent more than half of my life living overseas, and working in the United States. During my extensive career in the airline industry, I was always excited to communicate and interact with people all over the world. For the past two years, I have been teaching English, and I have also conducted 1,200+ Japanese lessons. I also completed the Japanese teacher's training.                                                                             My first priority in the lesson is to bring the joy of communication in different languages. With the effective teaching methods, I am aiming that my students find great joy in learning new language, speaking with confidence and achieving their goals. My lessons are like: (5-10 min) Ice Break / Student's Free Conversation (10 min) Homework Check / Kanji Learning (10 min) Vocabulary Building (25 min) Grammar Intro -> Practice them in conversation and practice I look forward to meeting with you in the trial lesson ;) (Japanese follows) こんにちは、Amberと申します。日本人で日本の地方で生まれ育ちましたが、人生の半分以上をアメリカをはじめとする海外で過ごしてきました。航空業界で長年勤務し、世界各国を旅する中で、国際的な視野と多文化交流の経験を積んできました。旅好きで、世界中の美味しいものを探すことが趣味です。異文化に触れることや新しい発見に常に好奇心を持っています。 現在は英語を2年間教え、日本語レッスンも1200回以上実施してきました。指導経験を通じて、効果的な教授法を身につけ、生徒の成長を見守ることに大きな喜びを感じています。航空会社勤務の経験を活かし、旅行者目線で役立つ日本語や実践的な会話表現を提供することが得意です。初心者や日本旅行を計画している方、実用的な日本語を楽しく学びたい方に最適なレッスンをお届けします。 言語を学ぶ喜びや、世界とつながる楽しさを一緒に体験しましょう。 あなたの「話せる」を全力でサポートします。

USD 24.00/Hour
Available 00:15 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Madoka まどか.
5.0

645 Lessons

Madoka まどかid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
+1

7年8000レッスン以上の日本語教育経験有り。中国語で日本語を教えられます。 こんにちは!日本語教師まどかです。鹿児島県生まれ、中国語圏で10年間の生活と7年の指導経験(累計8000レッスン!)から、「教科書では学べない自然な日本語」を伝えます。 「この表現、日本語でなんというの?」「2つの表現のニュアンスの違いが分からない…」といった中国語話者の悩みにピンポイントでお答えします。 あなたの好きなトピック(アニメ・旅行・医療日本語など)で、楽しく会話しながら上達しましょう!語学は「好き」を燃料に加速しますよ♪ 私も中国語を学んだ経験があるので、語学学習の方法や苦労をよく理解しています。語学習得には会話練習がとても重要だと実感しています。一緒に楽しく会話しながら学びましょう! 中国の日本語ネットスクールで8年間日本語を教えています。これまでに8000以上のレッスンを指導してきました。 2021年には多人数レッスン人気講師ランキングで第一位となりました。 私は日本語と中国語を使って日本語を教えられます。 レベルは初級から高級まで、時々ビジネス会話クラスも担当しています。 初級〜中級の方には国際交流基金の「いろどり」という無料の教材を使って教えています。 我在中国的日语网校教授日语已经7年了 2021 年,我荣获大班课最受欢迎的老师第一名。 在我的课堂上,我们基本上用日语交流,但如果有语法相关的问题或需要复杂的解释,我也可以用汉语讲解。 我也正在继续努力学习汉语,所以能理解在学习一门新外语时的感受和困难。 我在中國的日語網校教授日語已經7年了 2021 年,我榮獲大班課最受歡迎的老師第一名。 在我的課堂上,我們基本上用日語交流,但如果有語法相關的問題或需要復雜的解釋,我也可以用中文講解。 我也正在繼續努力學習中文,偶爾練習閩南語(超級難耶⋯),所以能理解在學習一門新外語時的感受和困難。 会話中心レッスンです。 楽しい会話を通して自然な日常会話を練習しましょう。 難しいところは中国語で説明することもできます。 最近の流行語や、日本人が実際に使っている表現を使って自然な会話ができます。日本のアニメやドラマが好きなので、日本のサブカルチャーが好きな人は一緒にたくさんオタクトークしましょう。 12歳以下のキッズレッスンは対応していません。 我不教12岁以下的孩子。 I don’t teach lessons to anyone under 12.

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Chiyomi.
5.0

2,551 Lessons

Chiyomiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

🍃 Let's learn real Japanese to express yourself! 🍃 自分で考えて、自分の言葉で話せるようにサポートします! Hi! I’m Chiyomi.🍃 I am a certified Japanese teacher with 9 years of experience and over 3,400 online lessons. My goal is to support you so that you can communicate in your own words and style. Do you read Hiragana and Katakana? If so, you’ve already taken the first step. Together, let’s transform your knowledge into real, fluid conversation at your own pace. As a language learner myself, I truly understand that learning a new language requires patience and dedication. It’s completely okay to make mistakes in my class. I always create a calm, focused, and supportive environment tailored just for you. Originally from Kyoto, I have been living in a rural area of Indonesia for 17 years, where I enjoy a peaceful "slow life." My hobbies are yoga, organic gardening, and snorkeling. I look forward to exploring the Japanese language with you. 🌿 About My Lessons 🔹 Grammar for Speaking (A1-A2) Master the basics step-by-step with Minna no Nihongo Shokyū 1 & 2 (みんなの日本語 初級). 🔹 Intermediate Japanese (B1-B2) Speak and read with confidence using Minna no Nihongo Chūkyū 1 & 2 (みんなの日本語 中級). 🔹 Topic-Based Conversation (A2-B2) Enjoy thoughtful, meaningful chats about your specific interests and passions. 🔹 Free Conversation (A2-B2) Improve your fluency naturally in a calm, relaxed, and focused atmosphere. A1〜B2の人に、知っている言葉や文法を使って、じぶんの言葉で話せるようにサポートします。日本語を勉強したのに話せない、もっと話せるようになりたい人、いっしょに練習しましょう!まちがえても大丈夫です。おちついて、あんしんして話せるレッスンをします。

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Ryota.
5.0

558 Lessons

Ryotaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
·English

Relaxing and Fun Lesson! こんにちは!大阪生まれ大阪育ちのRyotaです。 1年以上italkiで日本語を教えていて、500回以上のレッスン経験があります(日本語学校で教えた経験もあります)。 引越しが好きで、日本のいくつかの街に住んだことがあります。また、旅行に関するYouTubeチャンネルも運営しており、登録者は1万人以上います。 それらの経験も活かし、日本語と一緒に日本の文化や歴史、観光スポットなどについてもお伝えします。 レッスンの際は、楽しく日本語を学べるように意識しています! 初心者には「ひらがな」からの丁寧なレッスンを、中上級者には文化・歴史・政治などの深い会話を交えたレッスンをするように心掛けています。 私自身も英語・中国語学習中のため、学習者の気持ちも理解しています。さあ、リラックスした雰囲気で一緒に学びましょう!

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Mari.
5.0

404 Lessons

Mariid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

私と「使える、話せる日本語」を勉強しよう!!まずは体験レッスンで会いましょう。 レッスン希望される方へ こんにちは!神奈川県在住の日本語講師です。プロフィールをご覧いただきありがとうございます。自分自身の英語学習の経験から、文化理解が言語習得の鍵だと実感しています。特に「実際に使える日常会話」を教えるのが得意です!海外旅行が大好きで、私も英語を現在も勉強しています。 英語でサポート可能ですので、初心者も安心してください。あなたの目標に合わせた楽しいレッスンで、一緒に日本語力を伸ばしましょう!まずは体験レッスンでお会いできるのを楽しみにしています。 I can support you in English, so beginners are very welcome! Let’s improve your Japanese together with fun lessons tailored to your goals. I’m looking forward to meeting you in a trial lesson! I can speak some English, so I can assist you when you need support. 私は英語を少し話すことが出来るので、必要な時は英語のサポートも出来ます。 I have been studying English, so I share and understand the difficulty of learning a new language. I would like to help you to learn Japanese. 私も英語を勉強しているので、語学を勉強することの大変さも、面白さも知っています。 友達のようなリラックスした雰囲気で楽しくレッスンをします。 2026年、日本語が読めなくても旅行で使える旅行会話のコースを作りました。 継続して学習したい学習者には「GENKI」や「みんなのにほんご」を中心に文法や基本会話のレッスンをします。 ※The instant lesson will be conducted as a free conversation session. 特に入門者から中級者の学習者には、文法や日常によく使われる語彙、会話文はテキストを使いながら、使える日本語の日常会話を繰り返し練習します。 また、中級者以上の方にはfree conversation lessonが人気です。あなたが今までに習得した日本語をアウトプットしてください。わからないときや、間違ったときは、その場で訂正しながら自然な日本語を話す練習ができます。 どのレベルの学習者でも、継続して学習することで学習力が向上します。同じ講師から繰り返しレッスンを受講することで、学習向上の進捗も学習者自身で実感してもらえると思いますので、レッスンパッケージも設定しました。 ※インスタントレッスン(30分)はフリートークになります。初中級から上級者まで気軽に話すコースです。

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Available 00:15 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Haru老師.
5.0

1,301 Lessons

Haru老師id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
·English

日本語教育能力検定試験 合格、約20年の言語教育経験、YouTubeで日本語を教えています。Passed Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test. 皆さん、こんにちは。ユーチューブで日本語の知識や外国語の勉強方法をシェアしているHaruと申します。 大家好,我是在YouTube上分享日語知識,還有外語學習法等的日本人,Haru。我目前住在台灣。 Hi, this is Haru, I share language learning tips on YouTube. 日本では6年くらい英会話スクールで英語を教えていましたが、台湾に来てからは日本語教室で10年ほど、日本語を教えて、今はフリーランスの日本語教師をしています。 我在日本的時候,在英語補習班教過6年的英語,後來搬到台灣,在日語補習班教了10年的日語之後,目前我是free lancer的身份教日語。 When I was in Japan, I was an English teacher, I taught for about 6 years. Afterwards, I moved to Taiwan. 特に中国語話者を教える経験が豊富です。レッスンの種類は、主に初級文法と、フリートークが中心です。リラックスしていて楽しくて達成感のあるレッスンを心がけています! 我特別針對中文講者的指導經驗很豐富。上課類型以初級文法以及自由會話為主。我的目標是從我的課程,你可以感到愉快舒暢且有成就感! I have a lot of experience teaching Chinese-speaking students. My lesson is basically for beginners who want to learn grammar and practice free conversation. My goal is to make every student feel relaxed, happy as well as a sense of accomplishment!

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  • 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.

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    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!

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    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!

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    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.

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    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!

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    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!

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    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!!!

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    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! 😊

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    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. 👍😊

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    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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Frequently asked questions about online Japanese classes

Do I need a tutor to learn Japanese?

You can learn Japanese without a tutor using free apps, textbooks, and online videos, but it usually takes much longer. Self-study often lacks real speaking practice, immediate feedback, and clear guidance, which makes it harder to stay motivated and progress confidently.Hiring a Japanese language tutor is worth it because they provide personalised lessons, real-time correction on pronunciation and grammar, and structured learning designed around your goals, whether that’s everyday conversation, business Japanese, or passing the JLPT exam.

While it’s possible to learn without platforms like italki, doing so often feels overwhelming and slow because you don’t have a clear learning path or someone to hold you accountable. Combining private Japanese lessons from an online Japanese tutor with extra resources like kanji apps, flashcards, and podcasts gives you the best of both worlds, professional guidance to learn correctly and extra practice to accelerate your progress.

How much does a Japanese tutor cost per session?

Online Japanese lessons typically range from $15 to $60 per hour, depending on the tutor’s experience and lesson format. Many learners choose private Japanese tutors because they provide personalized guidance, instant correction, and real conversation practice that help them progress faster than studying alone.

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How quickly will I become fluent with a Japanese teacher?

Fluency in Japanese depends on your study habits, consistency, and starting level, but working with a Japanese teacher can significantly speed up your progress. Experts estimate that reaching professional working proficiency in Japanese takes about 2,200 hours of study. That said, you don’t need that much time to start speaking. Most learners reach a conversational level after 400–600 hours, which often means 6–12 months of regular tutoring.

Lessons are tailored to your needs, you receive hands-on guidance, and you practice real conversation in every session.This focused approach to Japanese teaching helps you stay consistent, motivated, and moves you toward higher levels of fluency.

Why should I use a Japanese language tutor to learn Japanese with italki?

Using a Japanese language tutor on italki helps you learn the Japanese you’ll actually use, not just textbook phrases, by focusing on real conversations, common expressions, and situations you encounter in daily life.

Your private Japanese tutor can help you practice conversation, review grammar, prepare for exams like the JLPT, or build confidence in speaking, with lessons customized to your level and pace. They correct mistakes on the spot, suggest natural ways to phrase things, and explain cultural context, so you communicate appropriately in any situation.

All lessons are available anytime online, and most operate on a pay-as-you-go system, so you only pay for the private Japanese lessons you take. For learners looking for extra support, italki Plus also offers an optional subscription with features like AI-powered study tools, exclusive events, and discounts.

How do italki's online Japanese classes work?

italki’s online Japanese classes are simple, flexible, and personalized. Here’s how they work:

  • 📝 Create an account – Sign up on italki and start browsing hundreds of qualified Japanese tutors with detailed profiles showing their teaching style, experience, and student reviews.
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How often should I meet with an online Japanese tutor?

How often you meet with an online Japanese tutor depends on your goals, schedule, and current level. Beginners often benefit from 2–3 online Japanese lessons per week to build consistency, practice speaking, and reinforce new grammar and vocabulary. Intermediate and advanced learners may have 1–2 online Japanese lessons per week for focused practice, exam preparation, or conversation skills.

Consistency is key. Short, regular lessons are usually more effective than longer, infrequent sessions. Your learning style also matters: some students do well with more intensive lessons, while others prefer a slower, steady pace. A private Japanese tutor can help you design a schedule that fits your lifestyle, and lessons can be adjusted as your goals evolve.

Do italki's Japanese tutors offer free online Japanese lessons?

While italki Japanese tutors don’t offer completely free lessons, many provide trial lessons at a heavily discounted rate. Each student can book up to three trial lessons (one per tutor), giving you the chance to experience different Japanese teaching styles before committing. These trial lessons let you try a Japanese lesson online, assess the tutor’s approach, discuss your goals, and see if their style suits you. It’s a low-risk way to find the right Japanese teacher for your needs.

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No. You don’t need any previous knowledge to start learning Japanese on italki. The platform has many Japanese tutors for beginners who specialize in teaching students with no prior knowledge of Japanese. These tutors understand the challenges of starting from scratch and know how to make the language approachable from day one.

Finding a Japanese tutor for beginners is simple. When browsing tutor profiles, filter by specialization (such as “beginners”), watch introduction videos, and read reviews from other students.

Starting as a complete beginner can even be an advantage, since your Japanese instructor will guide you toward good pronunciation and grammar habits from the very beginning.

What is the difference between an italki Community tutor vs. Professional tutor?

The main difference between an italki community tutor and a professional tutor lies in their qualifications, teaching style, and focus.Professional tutors are certified teachers with formal training. They offer structured lessons with prepared materials, covering grammar, vocabulary, and exam prep. They provide study resources and detailed feedback during online Japanese lessons, making them ideal for beginners or students seeking systematic learning.

Community tutors, on the other hand, are native or fluent speakers without formal teaching credentials. They focus on conversational practice, helping learners build fluency and confidence in a flexible, informal, and often more budget-friendly way.Many learners use both: professional Japanese tutors for foundational skills and community Japanese tutors for speaking practice.

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Private online Japanese lessons with a dedicated Japanese language instructor make learning faster, easier, and more enjoyable than group classes or self-study. Your lessons are customized to your level, goals, and interests, be it mastering kanji, improving pronunciation, preparing for the JLPT, or speaking confidently in daily conversation.

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Plus, private online Japanese lessons are convenient and adaptable. You can access qualified Japanese tutors from anywhere, often at rates lower than a local in-person instructor. This kind of Japanese tutoring helps you make real progress and use the language confidently.

How to hire a Japanese tutor with italki?

Hiring a Japanese tutor on italki is simple and straightforward. Here’s how to get started:

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Once you find a tutor you like, follow these steps:

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