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Learn Japanese with the teacher Keiko.
5.0

3,179 Lessons

Keikoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish
·French
+3

Certified teacher with over 15 years experience of teaching Japanese in school and private lessons. My students say that my class is friendly and funny but makes them work enough to learn. You will tell me what your goal is and I will tailor your lesson. Each person has a different style to learn. Whatever level you are, we discuss and find out what is your best way to approach. I am flexible and easy to adapt to your need.

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sana Sensei.
5.0

137 Lessons

Sana Senseiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

Clear Visual Lessons + Real-Life Japanese Conversation | Mistakes welcome. Growth guaranteed! 🌸 Hi! I’m Sana 😊
 I was born and raised in Tokyo, and I recently came back to Japan after living in Germany 🇩🇪 I’ve also lived in the U.S. and Canada, so I speak English too! 👩‍🏫 Me as a Teacher I have an experience of teaching over 2,000 Japanese lessons and taught students from more than 30 different countries. I also taught English to children for five years and helped many of my coworkers from overseas learn Japanese at an international company, so I’m experienced in working with learners from many different backgrounds! I offer lessons for both kids and adults, so let’s learn Japanese together in a relaxed and fun atmosphere 🤝🏻✨ 📝 Recommended for...
 ・Anyone looking for a teacher who feels like a friend ・Those who want to practice everyday conversation ・Learners who want to improve their pronunciation & intonation
 ・People who want to feel a little more confident speaking Japanese after every lesson 👏🏻 💡 Lesson Style 
 ・Conversation-based (expect lots of talking and lots of laughing 😆)
 ・Lessons where it's okay to make mistakes - we’ll learn from them together!
 ・I’ll tailor each lesson to your level and goals, and explain everything gently and clearly 🤎 A Few of My Favourite Things
 Sushi (a lot) / traveling / cooking / movies / Disney / K-POP / learning about other cultures! 🌍
 I’d love to hear about your favourite things too 🪄 Let’s talk in a trial lesson and get to know each other 🐶
 I’m really looking forward to seeing you!

USD 15.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher KEISUKE SUNADA.
5.0

143 Lessons

KEISUKE SUNADAid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Other
Native
·English

Osaka-BOY, travel-loving tutor|Learn natural Japanese through relaxed conversation こんにちは、Keiです。 教科書で学んだ日本語を「実際の会話で使える日本語」へつなげる、自然な会話中心のレッスンをしています。 私はスカイダイビングのインストラクターとゲストハウスのホストとして、さまざまな国の方と接してきました。その経験を生かし、一人ひとりのレベルや目的に合わせて、落ち着いて分かりやすく進めます。必要なときは、英語やホワイトボードも使います。 レッスン中は、間違いを気にしすぎず、できるだけたくさん日本語を話してください。会話の流れを止めすぎないように、役立つ表現や発音のポイントはこちらで記録します。 対象となるレッスンでは、事前に同意をいただいた場合に限り、録音と文字起こしを復習に活用できます。このオプションを利用した場合は、レッスン後に、改善点、自然な表現、発音を確認できる分・秒付きの短いメッセージをお送りします。 つまり、レッスン中は会話に集中し、終了後に大切なポイントを具体的に振り返る流れです。 日本語をもっと自然に話したい方、勉強した表現を実際に使いたい方、発音やイントネーションを改善したい方におすすめです。 間違いは失敗ではなく、次に進むための通過点です。日本語で話すことを楽しみながら、一歩ずつ上達していきましょう!

USD 20.00/trial
Available 04:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher xiaofeng Zheng.
5.0

1,066 Lessons

xiaofeng Zhengid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·English
·Korean

I have been teaching Chinese and Japanese for almost five years. I will do my best to help you with your Chinese or Japanese. If you are interested in Chinese or Japanese culture, then we can talk more about that in our lessons, If you want to practice speaking then I will make some good dialogues for you that fit your levels and needs. To learn a new language you need to be patient with yourself and take time to learn step by step. A good language teacher could help you keep learning and I hope I could be that one.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuka.
5.0

767 Lessons

Yukaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Natural Japanese & Supportive Lessons 🌿 Speak Japanese with Confidence! Hello! I'm Yuka. I was born in Osaka and now live in Nagano, surrounded by mountains. I lived in the U.S. for 3 years to study dance and English and am currently learning German, so I understand how challenging it can be to learn a new language. Even if you understand the grammar and vocabulary, speaking can still be difficult. That’s why in my lessons, we practice speaking a lot. I create a comfortable place where you can feel safe, make mistakes, and express yourself. I worked as a Pilates instructor for 10 years in Tokyo, teaching many international clients. I also worked as a web writer for 6 years and as a local guide in Kobe. My lessons are a great fit if you: • Are a beginner and want step-by-step guidance • Have studied Japanese but still struggle to speak • Want to become more confident expressing yourself in Japanese • Want to use Japanese in real-life conversations What I offer: 🔰 Beginner Japanese with Genki • Build a strong foundation with Genki 1 & 2 • Learn grammar and vocabulary, then use them right away • Practice speaking with what you learn • Free conversation practice 💬 Conversation Practice • Talk about topics that interest you • Learn natural expressions and word choices My lessons are tailored to your level, goals, and needs. English and German support is also available. Don’t worry about making mistakes! I’ll gently correct you and help you find the expressions you want to use. Let’s enjoy Japanese and speak confidently!

USD 6.50/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher yongtian(永田).
5.0

8,283 Lessons

yongtian(永田)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)

专门教小孩学日语 我会按照学生的年龄和性格,每个孩子的能力调整学习的内容和教材。为了小朋友开心学习,我自己准备了使用很多图片的教材。 可以从平假名开始学习,也可以先学习简单的单词,寒暄语等等。也可以帮助住在日本的小朋友适应学校生活。需要的话可以帮助学生看学校的作业。 我会用日语教学,不过学生需要的时候会说中文解释。 上课之前我会发给家长教材的一部分,先一起商量一下学什么内容。(我会中文可以与家长交流) 🌟"约课之前"一定先给我发信息商量一下。 🌟一节课25分钟 ➡请选30分钟课程。两节课50分钟 ➡请选45分钟课程。不用选60分钟课程。 🌟约课的时候请约整点(例如...要选13:00,13:30开始,不要选13:15,13:45开始) それぞれの年齢や性格、能力に合わせて学ぶ内容、教材を調整します。子供たちが楽しく学べるように、挿絵中心とした教材を独自で準備しています。 ひらがな学習から始めることもできますし、簡単な単語を学んで自然な会話練習をすることもできます。日本で生活している子供たちが、学校生活に馴染めるようなサポートもできます。必要であれば、学校の宿題のお手伝いも可能です。 レッスンの際は日本語で行いますが、必要な部分があれば中国語で説明できます。 レッスンの前に教材のサンプルを送りますので、何を勉強するか事前に話し合いましょう。(中国語でのコミュニケーションができます) 🌟"予約の前"に必ずメールでご連絡ください。

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

384 Lessons

Masayoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Turkish
+2

みなさん、こんにちは! わたしの名前は、まさよ、です。 日本で生まれ、日本で育ちました。東京都の出身です。 日本の、ヒロシマ、おおさか、ナゴヤ、など、ほかの都市でも生活しました。 同じ日本語でも、その土地によって発音や単語の違いがあり、そのオモシロサも経験しました。 最近までトルコに8年間住んでいました。 トルコの優しい人々、美味しい料理、古い歴史が大好きです。 Merhabalar! İsmim Masayo, ben Japonum. Tokyo’da büyüdüm. Fakat Japonya’da Hiroshima, Osaka, Nagoya gibi başka şehirinde de yaşadım. Türkiye’de 8 yıldır yaşadım Türk insan çok nazik. Yemekleri çok lezzetli. Güzel tarihi var. Bunları çok seviyorum. わたしも外国に住んでいましたので、外国語を話すことのむずかしさを理解しています。 同時に、話せる時の楽しさも実感しています。 その土地の人々と会話し、文化にふれることは、その土地の言葉を好きになり、じょうずに話せるようになる上で役立ってきました。 それで、外国語の上達には、ネイティブスピーカーと会話することがとても大切だと考えています。 私は英語をあまり話せません。おもに日本語で会話してゆきます。 Ben de başka ülkede yaşadım. Bu yüzden yabancı dil öğrenmenin ne kadar zor olduğunu aynı zamanda ne kadar güzel olduğunu da öğrendim. Türk insanlarla konuşarak, güzel yemekleri tadarak,ayrıca eski tarihli inceleyerek Türkçeyi öğrendim. Bunlar Türkçemin gelişmesine çok etkiledi. Japonca öğrendiğinizde birlikte sohbet etmek size çok yarar sağlar. Maalesef İngilizcem çok zayıf. normalde Japonca ile sohbet edelim. わたしのレッスンは主にフリートークですが、せいかくな発音や、声をだして文を読んだり、文をつくったりするお手伝いができます。みなさんの好きなこと、経験したこと、知りたいことなど、なんでもわたしに教えてくださいね。ゆっくりで大丈夫です。いっしょに会話しながら楽しく日本語をまなんでいきましょう! Benim derslerim serbest konuşma üzerindedir. Ama doğru telaffuz söylemenize, sesli okumanıza ve cümle kurmanıza yardımcı olabilirim. Sevdiğiniz, yaşadığınız ya da öğrenmek istediğiniz şeyleri bana anlatabilirsiniz. Birlikte sohbet ederek Japonca öğrenelim!

USD 8.00/Hour
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chiyoko.
5.0

2,572 Lessons

Chiyokoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

Welcome to Chiyoko's class. Let's talk about your favorite topics! Hello! I'm Chiyoko, and I live with my husband and my pretty cat in Hiroshima. I've been interested in foreign cultures since I was a little girl. I enjoy seeing other countries, experiencing different cultures, and communicating with local people. I love overseas trips, but I'm also interested in my own culture. I love to visit temples and shrines. I also love running. I've run more than 20 marathons.I learned for Japanese Language Teaching Competency and I passed it in 2023. I have also been giving lessons online since the start of the pandemic. My teaching approach is to carry on a natural conversation while providing a fun learning experience. I learned for Japanese Language Teaching Competency and I passed it in 2023. My teaching approach is to carry on a natural conversation while providing a fun learning experience. 日本語教育について独学で勉強し、2023年に「日本語教育能力検定」に合格しています。 自然な会話を大切にしながら楽しくレッスンをしたいと考えています。 * Conversation in Japanese This lesson is in Japanese, but since I can speak a little English, I can help you in English as needed. We can speak exclusively in Japanese if you prefer. You will learn Japanese by talking about topics that interest you. * Japanese for beginners I will teach you easy sentences in Japanese using my original PowerPoint slides. Let's enjoy learning Japanese by speaking it! 基本的に日本語でレッスンしますが、簡単な英語は話せますのでサポートがあった方が良いと考えられる場面では英語でサポートします。 レッスン内は日本語のみでと言う要望があれば、希望に沿ってレッスンします。 スタイルとしては日常会話を通して日本語を学ぶスタイルで、生徒さんの興味があるトピック等について話ながら日本語習得に繋げていきたいです。

USD 5.00/trial
Available 09:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Risa.
5.0

1,010 Lessons

Risaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
·French
+2

👉🏽I've been taking a break for a while, but I'm back. 😄I hope to see you soon!! Since I have studied English, French, and Chinese myself, I know how you feel and the problems when studying a second language. I will adjust my teaching methods to help you feel more comfortable and relaxed while studying. I believe a great teacher is to provide lessons that keep you motivated. 私自身英語とフランス語、中国語を勉強した経験があります。第2言語を勉強する際どんな点が大変か理解することができます。 授業スタイルを工夫して、みなさんが楽しく言語を習得できるよう心がけます。 理想的な先生は、あなたのモチベーションをキープできるような授業を提供することだと考えています。 いままで教えた生徒さんの国籍 ・カナダ・アメリカ・イギリス・オーストラリア・南アメリカ・フランス・イタリア・ベルギー・チェコ・ギリシア・・ドイツ・スペイン・中国・台湾・韓国・フィリピン

USD 7.00/trial
Available 13:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Rie.T.
5.0

2,642 Lessons

Rie.Tid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Korean
·English
+1

JLPT, EJU & Interview Prep | 19+ Yrs Exp & 4,000+ Lessons | Business & Academic | Eng/Kor Support I am a professional Japanese teacher on italki, as well as the CEO & Head Instructor of J-CALP online education. With over 19 years of teaching experience across Japanese language schools, vocational colleges, and foreign-owned enterprises in Japan and Korea, I have conducted more than 4,000 successful online lessons. In addition to teaching, I work as a freelance translator (Korean → Japanese) for movies, games, and marketing content. This background allows me to guide learners with highly accurate, natural, and up-to-date language nuances. 🌟 Recommended for… I teach all levels from complete beginners to advanced learners, providing explanations in English or Korean whenever needed. Exam Preparation: JLPT, EJU, and BJT Academic Goals: University/graduate school admissions, interview training, and academic Japanese (reading, writing, presentations) Career Advancement: Business Japanese, job-seeking support, and corporate interview prep General Mastery: Systematic grammar, vocabulary, and natural conversation practice 📈 Lesson Style Every lesson is customized to match your specific goals and learning pace. I focus on logical understanding, structured progress, and practical communication using role-plays and optional homework. If you are new to Japanese, please relax and enjoy the class! we will take it step-by-step! (Suitable for learners aged 14 and above.) 皆さんにお会いできるのを楽しみにしています!

Test PreparationBusiness
USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sakura Yoko.
5.0

93 Lessons

Sakura Yokoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

Travel Japanese✨Interactive Grammar for Beginner✨Popular Conversation Class Open as usual 😊 🌸TEFL Certified tutor😊 Perfect for learners in Europe/Australia/NZ (evenings) /US West Coast (mornings)🌏 Planning a trip to Japan, or want to learn grammar through interactive & fun lessons? Want to really SPEAK Japanese? No problem! As your personal guide, I use structured and fun methods to lead you through the language step-by-step! Ask in English whenever you need to. Limited-time offer (until 31/12/2026) for grammar lessons!   🌸 For Intermediate +learners - 'Conversation Practice with Native' available 🌼What my students outside italki say 🗺️ I'd describe the lessons as structured but relaxed and enjoyable. I never feel rushed and feel comfortable asking questions when I need to. I thoroughly enjoy when we do speaking practice, especially role plays and free conversation (N.G, studying with me since 2023) 🌸My personality I am friendly, patient & kind 😊 🎯 Why Choose My Lessons? • TEFL Certified (2025) : I learnt universal teaching method • Passionate : Always improving my teaching • Experienced : Online English tutor (Since 2022) & Japanese tutor (Since 2023) • Customised lesson to each student • Structured : From simple to more advanced practices 🌸Outside of teaching, I love: • All things "kawaii" • Reading (I like the novels by Murakami and many more!) • Shiba Inu dogs 🐕 • History • Playing the piano (I love jazz and classical music) I can't wait to meet you!

USD 6.00/trial
Available 10:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher sachi.
sachiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

自己学習に限界を感じている方!日本旅行を楽しみたい方!一緒に勉強しましょう! はじめまして、Sachiです。私は1年以上の日本語講師経験があります。私のレッスンはすべてのレベルの方が対象です。特に「日本語の自己学習に限界を感じている方」「これから日本への旅行予定がある方」のレッスンが得意です。すべてオーダーメイドであなたの日本語学習のゴールに合わせて授業を進めていきます。得意なことを伸ばし、どのように苦手な部分を成長させていくかを提案します。授業では、話すことを特に大切にしています。たくさん間違えてたくさん成長していきましょう。

USD 12.00/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher midori.
5.0

5,019 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 07:15 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher KENTO MAEDA.
5.0

2,264 Lessons

KENTO MAEDAid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish

8 years experience teaching Japanese. はじめまして!健登です。大阪生まれ神戸育ちの32歳です。スポーツと旅行、音楽が大好きです。英語とスペイン語が話せます。世界中の方と気軽に日本語でお話しできるのが楽しみです。関西弁や海外での経験も共有したいです。日本語を学びながら、趣味や文化についても一緒に語り合いましょう。お会いできるのを楽しみにしています! またね~!! Hello! My name is Kento. I'm from Kobe in Japan. 27 years old. My hobbies are playing some sports, traveling , listening to music. I can speak English and Spanish. I'm excited to be able to communicate with you in Japanese. I hope to see you soon!! 私は日本語を教えることが好きです。プレッシャーを感じず、気軽に参加してください。私は南米のペルーとヨーロッパのチェコで日本語を教えていた経験があります。また、英語とスペイン語が話せます。 I have fun teaching Japanese. Don't feel so pressured to take my lesson. I have some experiences teaching Japanese in foreign countries. あなたが学びたいことに合わせて授業をします。どんなトピックでも構いません! You can do whatever you want. You can choose any topic.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yasuko.
5.0

73 Lessons

Yasukoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish

✈️ 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!

USD 8.00/trial
Available 22:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher TAKI.
5.0

735 Lessons

TAKIid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Korean
+1

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.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 12:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Saori.
5.0

111 Lessons

Saoriid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

20年以上日本での企業で経験をもつ講師 20年以上、日本の企業で働いて来ましたので ビジネス対応、社内での対応、日本企業文化独特の「空気をよむ」こと、マナーについても経験してきました。 書道、ペン習字が好きで書道六段を持っており、書道師範を目指しています。漢字(楷書、行書、隷書)、ひらがな、カタカナをいつも書いていますのできれいな字の練習の仕方をお教えできます。 日本語講師経験は浅く、現在講師資格取得を目指して学習中ですが、日本語はネイティブで完全な標準語を話します。

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Haruna.
5.0

32 Lessons

Harunaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
·Chinese (Taiwanese)
·English
+1

MA in Japanese Education | Relaxed, Fun Conversation with Helpful Feedback for Natural Japanese Hi, I’m Haruna! 😊 I’m a certified Japanese teacher with a Master’s degree in Japanese Language Education. I have over 9 years of experience teaching Japanese at language schools and universities, and I currently teach at a Japanese language school in Japan. On italki, I offer Free Conversation lessons. In my Free Conversation lessons, you can talk about any topics you like in a fun, relaxed, and pressure-free environment. But this is more than just conversation practice. At the end of the lesson, I’ll give you professional feedback on your grammar, pronunciation, and more natural ways to express yourself in Japanese. You can make mistakes, speak slowly, and take your time. I want my lessons to be a place where you feel comfortable trying, asking questions, and expressing yourself in Japanese. Let’s enjoy speaking Japanese together! 🌸 *** About Me: 🎓 Master’s degree in Japanese Language Education 👩‍🏫 9+ years of teaching experience at universities and Japanese language schools 🌏 Taught 700+ learners from 50+ countries, from beginners to advanced 💼 Work experience in Japan (part-time at a restaurant, full-time at an IT company) ✈️ I love traveling in Japan and abroad. I’ve visited 10+ countries. *** ⭐ I also offer beginner-level lessons using GENKI and grammar lessons for intermediate and advanced learners. These lessons are a good choice for learners who prefer structured lessons, similar to those offered at Japanese language schools.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yu Saito.
5.0

221 Lessons

Yu Saitoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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にほんごおしゃべり教室 数年前にオーストラリアの私立校、大学付属の語学学校にて日本語教育のボランティアをしていました。大学時代は日本語教育過程を修得し、卒業後はオンラインでの日本語教育をしています。私はとってもオープンな性格なので、「お友達のような先生」という感覚で授業を受けていただけると思います!カジュアルな雰囲気で、リラックスした レッスンを心がけます。 *2016年にitalkiで先生をしていました! ので、その時の生徒さんからの授業評価も参考にしてみてください。また、その時の生徒さんたちがもしまだitalkiで学習しているのなら、ぜひ話しかけしてくださいね!とっても楽しみです。

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日本語講師|台湾在住3.5年|中国語OK|会話特化|初心者歓迎 I have taken a Japanese teaching course for 420h and I'm teaching Japanese at Japanese language school for 2 years. 私は日本語を教(おし)える勉強(べんきょう)を420時間(じかん)しました。そして、日本語学校(にほんごがっこう)で2年間(ねんかん)日本語を教(おし)えていました。 I lived in Taiwan for three years, so I understand a little Chinese. それから、台湾(たいわん)で3年間(ねんかん)、日本語(にほんご)を教(おし)えました。 I'm flexing and open to your ideas and am happy to build lessons around your needs. みなさんの考(かんが)えを聞(き)いて、ニーズに合(あ)わせてレッスンをしたいです。 私はベトナム人に教えた経験(けいけん)があります🇻🇳 先月まで台湾で台湾人に日本語を教えていました🇹🇼

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  • reem

    reem

    Learning Japanese

    This is my second (and certainly not last) "Refining Your Japanese: Mastering Natural Expression" class. I took this class because I wanted detailed feedback on the mistakes I frequently make. During the first class, we talked and decided on the type of conversation I wanted, and I chose mostly freestyle unless I have no topics. The class is very fun but extremely helpful! While we're talking, sensei is writing everything I say. After 20 minutes or so, before I change the topic, we go over what I've said and correct it one by one. Sensei gives color-coded feedback and explanation when needed! Soyoko sensei's feedback is extremely detailed, exactly what I wanted and more! Thank you sensei! see you next class :D

  • 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. 👍😊

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