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Learn Japanese with the teacher Rikuto.
5.0

9 Lessons

Rikuto

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English
Spanish
+1

日本語教師の資格を持った日本語教師です! I am a qualified Japanese teacher! 日本語教師として1年間半、日本語を教えてきました。資格としては、日本語教師養成講座を修了し、日本語教育能力検定試験に合格しました。今では、オンラインで日本語を教えています。みなさんと楽しく日本語を学習したいと思っています。 I have been teaching Japanese as a Japanese teacher for a year and a half. I have completed the Japanese teacher training course and passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Examination. I am now teaching Japanese online. I would like to have fun learning Japanese with you all. Llevo un año y medio enseñando japonés. Completé el curso de formación de profesores de japonés y aprobé el Examen de Competencia Docente del Idioma Japonés. Ahora doy clases de japonés en línea. Me gustaría divertirme aprendiendo japonés con todos ustedes.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Naru🇯🇵.
5.0

1,150 Lessons

Naru🇯🇵

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English
Native
+1

✈️ "Travel to Japan" Course Available🔰 Beginner to Advanced 📚 GENKI・新完全マスター I've got extensive experience in teaching both beginner-level Japanese learners as well as business-level Japanese📚.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 08:45 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ryota.
5.0

416 Lessons

Ryota

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
English

Relaxing and Fun Lesson! I have an experience to teach Japanese in schools. So, I can do the lessons according to your Japanese level. My class is relaxing. Let's have a fun class together! 日本語学校で日本語を教えた経験があります。ですから、あなたのレベルに合わせて授業をすることができます。わたしの授業はリラックスした雰囲気です。一緒に楽しい授業をしましょう! 我有在学校教日语的经验。所以我可以根据你的日语水平来安排课程。我的课程很轻松。我们一起上快乐的课吧!

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuka ゆか.
5.0

763 Lessons

Yuka ゆか

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English
+1

にほんごの先生 I have a license of teaching Japanese, I am teaching in Thai and have experience two years. I have experienced teaching Japanese for two years and now I am teaching Thai students. Especially I like teaching JLPT, business Japanese and communication skills . I always make ppt for every class. I can commit depends on students, friendly, teacher and student distances. I have confidence of teaching Japanese

USD 10.00/trial
Available 21:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Dina(ディナ).
5.0

3,128 Lessons

Dina(ディナ)

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English
+2

Your dream supporter and friend⭐️6 years & 3000 lesson experienced🌸 As a community tutor, I'm friendly. I want you to ENJOY talking daily Japanese conversation. It doesn't matter can't speak well!!! However, I will certainly correct you and help you with vocabulary, grammar and explanations during our session! I'm looking forward to meeting you :) It's been 6 years for being italki Japanese tutor and I met more than 520 students. I'm so happy to see students in every my lessons. I want my class is like your third place. We work and relax in home. Sometimes we want to go to coffee shop and have a little chat with friend. I am a tutor, but also want to be like your Japanese friend.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher 嵐LAN.
5.0

903 Lessons

嵐LAN

Community Tutorid verified
Test Preparation
Speaks :Japanese
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
+1

Experienced Chinese and Japanese online tutor 来香港前我在日本学习生活了将近20年。首先是大学生,然后是公司职员,最后是孩子的妈妈,在日本生活中不同身分的转变让我不仅仅是精通日语这门语言,我对日本的社会文化和生活习惯等也有非常深的了解。我在大学主攻过英语,所以我对自己的英语也是非常地有自信。 从日本留学时期开始我就教汉语,3年前离开日本来到香港之后我又开始教本地人日语。 香港に来る前に、私は日本で18年間暮らしていました。最初は大学生、そして会社員、そして会社員、最後に専業主婦になりましたが、いろんな役割の転換を通して、私は日本語だけではなく、日本社会についてもよく分かっています。 I came to HongKong 3 years ago. I had lived in Japan for a long time, nearly 18 years. I became a part-time Mandarin teacher when I was still a university student and started teaching the local people Japanese after coming to HK 3 years ago. I used to major

USD 6.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yurika.
5.0

984 Lessons

Yurika

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English
+1

back in Japan! excited to make new friends through lesson! You can be self taught, but you will realize how a language in actual communication can be totally different than in textbooks. (maybe anime too😅) If you'd like to master a language and be comfortable with communicating in another language, you can't escape from the steps of learning and understanding the culture. It helps you a lot for better communication for sure! Although you can easily collect information on the internet, you wouldn't know if that's true or not until you actually experience by talking to local people or visiting the country. And i am here to help you improve your Japanese and answer your questions/curiosity about Japan! I can possibly be your tour guide in Japan!

USD 8.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher KANA.
5.0

475 Lessons

KANA

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English

👍I am a professional Japanese teacher for beginner learner! Let's have fun and study together ♪😘 I am native Japanese and a qualified professional Japanese teacher. In Japan, I teach Japanese to students from various countries at a Japanese language school. I'm really excited to get to know people all over the world through italki. I want the lessons to be interesting and fun as you learn Japanese. I have studied English by myself and have realized how much more you can enjoy life when you can speak another language. I know the difficulty of learning other languages, And so I hope to encourage you as you learn Japanese. Through my lesson, I hope you can find joy too in learning and communicating.

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

479 Lessons

Mia

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English
French
+1

I gave more than 450 lessons from June to Oct 2021 as a community teacher. I had students who were completely beginners. I teach only when i have free time since i came back to Japan.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Rie.T.
5.0

2,281 Lessons

Rie.T

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Business
Speaks :Japanese
Native
Korean
English
+1

Specialized Japanese Lessons for JLPT, EJU & Interviews | 19+ Years Experience I am a Japanese teacher on italki and the CEO & Head Instructor of J-CALP online education, a multilingual Japanese-learning service. I teach learners from beginner to advanced levels, and I specialize in JLPT, EJU, university/graduate-school admissions, interview training, and academic Japanese. I can teach in English and Korean as well. In addition to teaching, I work as a freelance translator (Korean → Japanese) for movies, games, and marketing content, which helps me guide learners with accurate and natural language.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kara (BEd & BA Ling).
5.0

14.8k Lessons

Kara (BEd & BA Ling)

Professional Teacherid verified
Kids
Test Preparation
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English
+1

Ex-school teacher who not only knows English but also knows how to teach Japanese to English speaker I am a professional Japanese teacher and have been teaching with italki since 2013. I can assist absolute beginner to highly advanced level students (including N5-N1 preparation), who are willing to manage aspects of their own learning. Thanks to many of my students, I have been become one of the most experienced Japanese teachers at italki. I use PPT and Word documents to explain grammar points, etc. in English. My native language is Japanese, but I am trained and qualified to teach in Australia and I feel more comfortable explaining Japanese in English. This approach can be especially helpful for English-speaking students. For advanced learners, I may use little to no English.

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yasu.
5.0

2,785 Lessons

Yasu

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English

Through my experience as a voice trainer, I've learned how the tongue position and mouth form affects articulation. That would help me to show you the differences between Japanese and other languages. I can also teach you the proper Japanese standard pitch accent and various intonations and how to adapt them to different situations.

USD 17.00/Hour
Learn Japanese with the teacher Rinko.
5.0

60 Lessons

Rinko

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

認定日本語教師3年以上。企業営業歴20年を生かしながら現在はフリーランサー日本語教師です。 【資格】 ・日本語教師養成420時間講座(理論通信) 修了 【職歴】 ・2023年11月、東京🗼港区の企業に正社員認定日本語教師として就任 ・現在はフリーランサーとして活動中 【活動内容】 ・対面出張クラス・オンラインレッスン対応 ・初級ゼロから中級・中上級までの生徒を担当

USD 18.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sherri✨ Kids&Adults.
5.0

9,045 Lessons

Sherri✨ Kids&Adults

Professional Teacherid verified
Test Preparation
Business
Kids
Speaks :Japanese
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
English
Chinese (Other)
Chinese (Taiwanese)
+2

Multilingual Education Specialist ✨9 years experience🌍University Chinese Instructor🌍 Ph.D. in CSL 💡【Lesson style】 I can teach Chinese for all levels. My teaching style is more interactive and immersion. 📢Please don't say sorry for making mistakes in our lesson, mistakes are important for making progress. ⭐️have experience of working as an elementary school teacher (xi-men primary school) ⭐️experience of being a high school English teacher in Taiwan ⭐️official English teacher's license ⭐️teacher's license of teaching Chinese as a second language (Taiwan Educational ministry) ⭐️In 2019-2020, US college Chinese teacher with the funding of Fulbright.(Western Kentucky University) ⭐️speak Chinese, English and Japanese. ⭐️offer lesson in a wide range of topics from kids to adults

USD 13.00/trial
Available 03:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Tomoko.
5.0

11 Lessons

Tomoko

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English
+1

Certified Native Japanese Tutor / 海外在住20年以上・英会講師 I majored in Japanese language at university and have been teaching Japanese online since 2020. Because I have studied English and Spanish myself, I understand how challenging learning a new language can be, and I am patient and supportive with all my students. I create a relaxed, friendly environment where making mistakes is welcomed — it’s the best way to learn and grow! I also prepare clear explanations and use original materials to make grammar easy and fun. 日本語のレッスンに加えて、英会話レッスンも行っています。特に、初心者の方や英語を話すことに不安を感じている方におすすめです。 海外で20年以上生活してきた経験を活かし、役立つ自然な表現を使って、自信を持って話せるようサポートしています。必要に応じて日本語でのフォローもできますので、恥ずかしがり屋の方や英語が苦手な方でも安心してご参加いただけます。中学生・高校生で、学校の英語が分からない方のサポートもしています。まずはトライアルレッスンでお話ししましょう!

USD 11.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Harumi.
5.0

1,891 Lessons

Harumi

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
Portuguese
English
Spanish
+2

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

USD 9.85/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Satomi.
5.0

3,492 Lessons

Satomi

Professional Teacherid verified
Business
Test Preparation
Kids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English
+1

Certified Teacher for both adults and children. Absolute beginners and kids are welcome!! Me as a Teacher I completed "Japanese Language Teacher training course (420hours)" and "Training to teach children Japanese". I have taught at Japanese language school for 6+ years. Before working as a teacher, I had taught Japanese to foreigners as a volunteer. I have studied abroad in Canada, therefore I understand how difficult it is to learn a foreign language. Based on these my experiences, I think of what student's needs and wants are and support them in my lessons.

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher RIKA.
5.0

538 Lessons

RIKA

Professional Teacherid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
+1

2002年通过了日语教育检定考试。 在上海的大学,东京的日语学校教过日语。 2017-2021在福冈的一所日语学校教日语。 现在主要以日语网课为主,同时受福冈市政府委托,担任着日本中小学外国学生的日语指导员。 我的学生中最多的是世界各地的华人。 非常期待您的加入。 2002年に日本語教育検定試験に合格しました。 上海の大学及び東京の日本語学校で教えていたことがあります。 2017年~2021年まで、福岡市にある日本語学校で日本語を教えていました。 また、福岡市教育委員会からの依頼を受け、日本語指導員として外国から来た小中学生の日本語を指導しています。オンラインレッスンの経験も豊富です。 学生の多くは世界中にいる中国語母語話者です。

USD 10.00/trial
Available 02:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ayaka.
5.0

1,938 Lessons

Ayaka

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
Chinese (Mandarin)
English
Spanish
+3

🗣️中文 English español 🆗! living in Perú 🇵🇪 🌟 What You’ll Get in My Lessons: ・Personalized class notes tailored to your learning needs ・Real-life conversation practice to boost your confidence ・A comfortable and friendly environment where you can make mistakes without hesitation! I believe that the key to learning a language is practice, practice, practice—but it should also be fun!The more mistakes you make, the faster you’ll improve! 🚀 🌟 我的课程提供: ・根据您的学习需求提供个性化课堂笔记 ・提供真实场景会话练习,增强您的自信 ・一个轻松友好的环境,让您可以放心犯错 我相信学习语言的关键是多练习,但更重要的是享受学习的乐趣! 错误越多,进步越快! 我们一起加油吧💪🏽

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Minami.
5.0

5 Lessons

Minami

Community Tutorid verified
Speaks :Japanese
Native
English
+1

Studying alone and unsure you’ll speak Japanese? 1500+ lessons to help you speak with confidence🌱 🔰 Beginners For learners who don’t know where to start. We focus less on memorizing and more on speaking out loud. You’ll practice hiragana, pronunciation, rhythm, and simple conversations you can use right away. Goal: From “I’m scared” to “I can do this!” and “This is fun!” 💬 Intermediate For learners who know grammar but freeze when speaking. Using your daily life, we practice natural expressions and pronunciation. Goal: From thinking before every sentence to speaking naturally. 🔰 初心者:何から始めたらいいか分からない方 レッスンでは「覚えること」より 日本語を声に出すことに慣れることを大切にします。 ひらがな・カタカナ、発音、日本語のリズム、 あいさつや自己紹介など、すぐ使える会話を練習します。 💬 中級者:文法は分かるけど話すと止まってしまう方 間違えても大丈夫。まずは話してみましょう😊 あなたの日常をテーマに、 本当に使いたい日本語を一緒に整えます。

USD 20.00/trial
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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.

On italki, you have access to both community and professional tutors, making it easy to find a Japanese teacher that matches your goals and budget. A 30-minute Japanese lesson typically costs between $3 and $10.

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.
  • 🔍 Find a tutor – Choose a tutor that fits your goals and schedule, filtering by price, availability, specialization, or tutor type. Many tutors offer trial lessons to help you find the right match.
  • 💻 Book and attend lessons – Meet your private Japanese tutor via italki’s video platform. Your tutor will assess your level, discuss objectives, and tailor lessons to your needs.
  • 📚 Practice between lessons – Tutors often provide extra resources or conversation practice to help you progress.
  • ⏱️ Learn at your own pace – Lessons are fully flexible and can be scheduled daily, weekly, or as often as you like, allowing you to maintain consistent practice and make steady progress in learning Japanese online.

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.

Do I need a basic understanding of the Japanese language before I can take Japanese classes with italki?

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.

What are the benefits of private online Japanese lessons?

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.

This personalized Japanese tuition speeds up learning because your tutor adapts the pace and teaching style to suit how you learn best. You can ask questions freely, revisit difficult concepts, and spend extra time on areas that need the most attention without holding back other students.

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:

  • 📝 Create an account – Sign up for free on the italki website or mobile app and select Japanese as the language you want to learn.
  • 🔍 Find a tutor – Use the “Find a teacher” search feature to browse qualified Japanese teachers.
  • 👀 Review profiles – Watch introduction videos and read student reviews to find a tutor who fits your learning goals and style.
  • ⚙️ Filter tutors – Narrow your search by price, availability, lesson type, tutor type, or location.

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

  • 🎯 Book a trial lesson – Experience their teaching approach firsthand to see if they’re the right fit.
  • 📅 Schedule regular lessons – Set up private lessons at times that suit your schedule.
  • 💻 Use italki Classroom – All lessons take place on italki’s built-in Classroom, which handles scheduling, payments, and reminders, making your online Japanese lessons simple and effective.

How can I find the best online Japanese tutors near me?

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Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn Japanese from the comfort of your own home. Browse our selection of experienced Japanese tutors and enroll in your first lesson now!