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🌸 Japanese for Work & Life in Japan | 10+ Years Corporate/IT Experience(한국어 지원 가능)👩‍💻 Hello! I'm Emiko 😊 Are you planning to live, work, or advance your career in Japan? Drawing on over 10 years of experience in the Japanese IT industry, I help learners build practical Japanese skills for professional success and real life. 🎯 This is for you if you want to: ✅ Work for a Japanese company / Prepare for interviews ✅ Master Business Japanese & Keigo ✅ Communicate confidently via emails, Slack, and meetings ✅ Speak natural Japanese in daily life 💼 Career & Business Japanese • Keigo, professional vocabulary, and business etiquette • Workplace communication (Emails, Slack, Meetings, Presentations) • Role-playing real corporate situations & discussing current events 📢 Lesson Style & Support • Mainly in Japanese: Lessons use the Direct Method to maximize your speaking time. • Language Support: Vocabulary support is available in English or Korean whenever you get stuck. 👩‍🏫 About Me I studied abroad in Australia and South Korea. As a fellow language learner, I understand your challenges and create supportive lessons tailored to your goals. Let's build the Japanese skills you need to succeed! 한국어 지원 가능합니다! 일본 취업, 비즈니스 일본어, 회의, Slack 등 직장에서 쓰는 실전 일본어를 가르칩니다. 10년 이상의 IT 기업 근무 경험을 바탕으로 커리어 성장을 지원합니다. 고려대학교 유학 경험이 있어 외국어를 배울 때의 어려움을 잘 이해하고 있으니 편하게 수업 신청해 주세요 😊

日本語ゼロ・初心者・初級者歓迎｜日本語会話・フリートーク・日常会話｜Japanese for Beginners ＆ Conversation 私は宮城県出身で、東京で言語学を学びました。日本語の魅力を伝えたくて、日本語講師になりました。カナダで教育学も学び、教えることの楽しさを実感しました。大学では日本語クラスでボランティア経験があります。レッスンではリラックスした雰囲気を大切にし、「なぜそうなるのか」をわかりやすく説明します。初心者や会話力を伸ばしたい方も大歓迎です。一緒に楽しく日本語を学びましょう！ I’m from Miyagi, Japan, and studied linguistics in Tokyo. I became a Japanese teacher to share the beauty of the language. I also studied education in Canada. I gained experience volunteering in Japanese classes under a current teacher’s guidance. In lessons, I focus on a relaxed environment and enjoy explaining “why” things are the way they are in Japanese. Beginners and anyone wanting to improve conversation skills are welcome. Let’s enjoy learning Japanese together! レッスンでは、学習者が安心して質問できる雰囲気を大切にしています。文法や会話で迷ったときも、気軽に頼れる身近な先生でありたいと思っています。一緒に楽しく日本語を学びましょう！ In my lessons, I focus on creating a relaxed environment where students feel comfortable asking questions. I aim to be an approachable teacher you can rely on whenever you’re unsure about grammar or conversation. Let’s enjoy learning Japanese together! 学習者一人ひとりのペースに合わせ、日常で使える日本語を中心にレッスンを進めます。文法も会話や作文などの活動を通して練習し、自分の言葉で表現できる力を育てます。質問しやすく、安心して挑戦できる雰囲気づくりも大切にしています。 I tailor lessons to each student’s pace and focus on practical Japanese you can use in daily life. We practice grammar through speaking, writing, and conversation activities so you can express yourself confidently. I create a relaxed environment where you can ask questions freely and feel comfortable trying new expressions.

Friendly &Flexible. にほんごをまなぼう、にほんごでまなぼう。 During my time in America, as a Teaching Assistant, I was teaching ‘history of cinema’ and practical ‘basic filmmaking ‘ to American college students. Also, I joined activities to teach Japanese culture and language to people. Since my returning to Japan, I have had many opportunities to interact with many local people from all over the world when I visit abroad for my job of movie making. Throughout these experiences, I have been feeling keenly about “the joy and difficulty of verbal communication. With this kind of experience, I can support and lead each student to learn Japanese language.

Certified Japanese teacher with 3 qualifications and teaching experience at schools. I live in Saitama, Japan, near Tokyo, and speak standard Japanese without dialect. I also have experience in Japanese culture, history, and daily life, which can help learners who want practical language skills for real situations. I completed over 420 hours of Japanese language teacher training, passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test, and have teaching experience at a Japanese language school and a vocational college. I also have professional work experience in Japanese business environments. I teach students at all levels, from complete beginners to advanced learners, including: Beginner to advanced Japanese JLPT preparation (N5–N1) Business Japanese Honorifics (Keigo) Interview preparation Practical communication Japanese through texts, media, and cultural content Reading, writing, speaking, and listening My lessons use structured materials and proven methods suited to your level, goals, and pace. Whether your goal is to: Pass the JLPT Work in Japan Travel confidently Improve professional communication Understand anime, games, or Japanese culture Speak naturally with native speakers I will create an effective learning plan that matches your needs. I focus on practical improvement, clear explanations, and long-term progress. Let’s build your Japanese skills step by step.

I used to teach English in high schools, so I know how to treat students fairly, especially when they don't know how to improve themselves. By the same token, when teaching Japanese, I will try to work with them and help them to reach their goals contingent to different situations that involve diversified students. 自分が子どもの頃から厳しい先生が嫌いなので、必ず面白い方法で日本語の世界へと誘ってあげます。而如果您的興趣是中文，充滿文化背景支持我也一定會為您創造一個有深度的的中文會話環境。

Thanks for reading my profile. Here are the lessons what I teach mainly. -Japanese conversation (beginner/advanced) -Learn Japanese step by step (Japanese letters and grammars based by Minnano Nihongo) -Business Japanese (beginner/advanced) -Intensive lesson for JLPT (N5-N1) But if you have any questions for Japanese or requests, I can give you the lesson too. (Leaning Japanese song, reading Japanese novels, understanding Japanese comedy etc...) My youngest students were 6 years old. I like teaching to kids too. To study and speak a foreign language opens your world and mind on a level which can’t be measured. Let’s study Japanese together and open the world around you!

Native Japanese Tutor in the UK |1000+ Lessons | Kansai Dialect & Culture Choosing a teacher can feel overwhelming, so here’s a little about me and how I can support your learning:) I’m a native Japanese speaker from Kobe, now based in the UK. As a language learner myself, I understand the challenges of mastering a new language. I provide clear explanations so you understand both how to use Japanese and the logic behind it. With over 5 years of teaching experience and 1000+ lessons delivered, I help students gain confidence through practical conversation in a supportive environment. My lessons are tailored to your level and goals. Beginners: I help you build a strong foundation using my original materials based on Genki and Irodori. ● Reading Hiragana and Katakana ● Self-introduction ● Numbers and basic greetings ● Basic grammar Intermediate: Lessons can be split into conversation and grammar practice. ● Use news and real-life topics ● Focus on grammar you want to improve ● Practise until it feels natural Advanced & Business Japanese: Communicate confidently in professional situations. ● Improve pronunciation, grammar, and vocabulary ● Understand news and articles ● Emails / meetings / presentations ● Interview preparation ● Natural and polite expressions If you’re interested, I can introduce Kansai dialect to add more personality to your Japanese. My goal is to help you feel comfortable, expressive, and confident using Japanese in real situations. I look forward to meeting you and being part of your Japanese journey!

柔軟なレッスン！英語もOK！ こんにちは！初めまして、まゆです。 初心者大歓迎😊　オンラインで日本語を教えた経験が5年あります！ 今まで、カナダ、イギリス、オーストラリアで働いた経験もあるため、英語で指導できます！ 日本では、中学校・高校で英語の先生として働いたこともあります。 私自身英語学習に取り組んでおり、言語学習者の気持ちを理解できるので、その経験も生かしながら、皆さんが楽しんでレッスンに取り組めるよう、リラックスした授業を作っていきたいと思っています🍀 皆さんは、何をするのが好きですか？ぜひレッスンで教えてくださいね！😊 **レッスンの要望などがあれば、柔軟に対応しますので、気軽に連絡してくださいね！**

experienced ITALKI teacher for over 3 years! I am a friendly and open person! If you are first time learning Japanese on Italki, you may be nervous at first but I promise I won't be make you nervous. We can talk about each other and if you make mistakes I can correct you:)

For those who want more speaking opportunities! A new, easy-to-continue lesson has started. <Certification> ・420 hour Japanese Teacher's Course ・Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test 3 years have just passed since I became a Japanese teacher. If you take a conversation practice lesson, any level is okay. I'm happy to help with your Japanese for you to be able to speak Japanese.

たくさん会話しながら記憶に定着させましょう✨🎵多听多说✨✨ Hello! I’m Emi. I am studying Chinese. Even though I have learned vocabulary and grammar, I sometimes feel unsure whether I can use appropriate expressions in real conversations. At times like these, I was able to learn many natural expressions by speaking with native speakers. ✨✨Based on this experience, I would like to provide opportunities where people can improve their skills through enjoyable conversations. 你好！我叫Emi。我正在学习中文。即使学习了词汇和语法，我有时也会担心，在实际对话中自己是否能够使用符合语境的表达。在这种时候，通过与母语者交流，我学到了很多自然的表达方式。 ✨✨我希望能够利用这段经验，提供让大家在轻松交流中提升语言能力的机会。

Certified Teacher|1,400+ lessons both online/offline| 8yrs exp.|I help parents & anime fans| A mum Hi, I’m Yumi — Your Bridge to Authentic Japan 🌸 Want to master natural Japanese without feeling overwhelmed? You’re in the right place! As a qualified, native Japanese teacher with a Master’s degree from University College London, I combine professional expertise with real-world experience to help you speak with confidence. 💡 Why Learn with Me? Proven Track Record: 1,400+ hours of teaching experience, 850+ successful italki lessons, and 150+ happy students from 30 countries (A1 to C1). I’ve Been in Your Shoes: Having lived in the UK for 4 years and now navigating life (and learning Dutch!) in the Netherlands, I truly understand the highs and lows of mastering a new language and culture. 🚀 My Specialities — Tailored Just for You: Anime & Manga Lovers: Unlock the authentic culture and slang behind your favourite shows. International Parents: Smoothly navigate Japanese school life and paperwork with zero stress. JLPT Challengers: Fast-track your prep for N4 to N2 with custom materials. ✨ My Method: Practical, Engaging & Fun No stiff, robotic textbooks here. Using a "listening-first" approach and the modern Marugoto series, I create a supportive, high-energy environment where making mistakes is just part of the fun. You’ll get personalized materials designed to get you speaking from Day 1. Ready to sound like a local? Let’s smash your language goals together. Book your first lesson today! 🌸

Even if you have zero Japanese,no problem!With both Chinese & English support,I'll teach you clearly Hello! I’m Chika, a Japanese teacher who loves helping learners feel more confident in Japanese. 😊 🌱 From beginners to learners with previous experience Whether you’re starting from zero or have studied Japanese before, I’ll adapt the lessons to your level and needs. Already studied Japanese but still feel confused? No problem! We’ll find the gaps in your knowledge and work on them together. I’ll help you organize what you already know and build a stronger foundation. 📚 Grammar + Conversation We use Minna no Nihongo to learn grammar step by step, along with my original slides and worksheets. We review regularly and practice conversation so you can actually use what you learn. 💬 Support in English & Chinese I can use English and Chinese (B1 level) when you need extra help understanding Japanese. I studied abroad in China and Canada, and I’ve been teaching Japanese online for almost two years. My students often describe me as patient, caring, and approachable. You don’t need to be perfect. We’ll learn at your pace, repeat as much as you need, and enjoy learning Japanese together! 🌸 Let’s start your Japanese journey!

I am a very friendly and patient teacher. I’ve been a language teacher for more than 20 years and I love it! I taught students from one-year-old kids to adults in person. For online lessons, I usually teach students from eight-year-old to adults. There's nothing like seeing my students getting excited about learning Japanese in my class. It gives me such a sense of accomplishment. My motto for learning Japanese is to make mistakes without worrying too much and to speak a lot in Japanese. Have fun with it :)

Master natural Japanese pronunciation and pitch accent with me! 私は2019年6月から、日本語を教えています。 日本語の会話をしながら、日本語を教えます。 英語は話しません。 「日本語」と「あなたの国の言葉」は違います。 日本語の会話をしながら、文法や発音などを教えます😊 I have been teaching Japanese since June 2019. I teach Japanese while having Japanese conversations. I don't speak English. "Japanese" and "the language of your country" are different. While having a conversation in Japanese, I will teach you grammar and pronunciation 😊

初めまして！Sakiです:) 数年の海外生活を経て、私自身も外国語を学んできました。だからこそ、新しい言語を学ぶ楽しさだけでなく、難しさや不安もよく理解しています。 レッスンでは、間違いを気にせず安心して話せる雰囲気を大切にしています。日本語での日常会話や発音、自然な表現を、一人ひとりのペースに合わせてサポートします。 「日本語をもっと話せるようになりたい」「日本の文化についても知りたい」という方と、一緒に楽しく学べることを楽しみにしています。

Welcome to Hana's lesson :) For kids, business, cusual conversation...everything!! 私は日本語教員養成講座を修了し、 これまで、アメリカ・カナダ・フランス・ドイツ・イギリス・スペイン・エストニア・ブラジル・南アフリカ・韓国・ベトナム・タイ・フィリピン・中国・香港・台湾など世界中の外国人へ日本語を教えたことがあります。 ビジネス日本語を教えるのが得意ですが、日常会話レッスンもできますよ。 I had successfully completed The 420 hours Course based on The Agency for Cultural Affairs Model for Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language. And I have ever taught Japanese to American, Canadian, French, German, British, Spanish, Estonian, Brazilian, South African, Korean, Vietnamese, Thai, Filipino, Chinese, Hong Konger and Taiwanese. I'm good at teaching business Japanese language but you can also speak casual conversation for my lesson.

Qualified Japanese teacher with 7 years of teaching experience ◡̈ Support your Language Journey! ☺︎ I am Yukiko from Japan, currently I am living in Brazil. In Japan, I have worked as internet security instructor and as sales assistant, also as a pro hairstylist and makeup artist at wedding salons. ▣ I was certified in 2018 for Alpha Language School in Tokyo, how teaching Japanese for foreign language. Currently I am studying Portuguese and Chinese, so I understand feeling of someone learning language. I teach lessons with student’ mind ◡̈ ◈ Tell me your goals! Grammar, conversation, study for JLPT etc. I will teach according your needs and I will prepare the textbooks. If you want to use some others, please contact me. The classes are in JAPANESE. Let's practice together! --- ☺︎ Olá! Nasci e cresci no Japão e atualmente moro no Brasil. No Japão, trabalhei como instrutora de segurança na Internet e assistente na indústria de semicondutores, além de como cabeleireira e maquiadora em salões de casamento. ▣ Estudei no Japão como lecionar o idioma japonês para estrangeiros, concluí a escola em 2018. Atualmente estou aprendendo português e chinês. Portanto, entendo o sentimento de alguém aprendendo um idioma. Ensino as lições tendo em mente os sentimentos dos alunos ◡̈ ◈ Primeiramente, vocês me apresentem seus objetivos no aprendizado. Gramática, conversação, pronúncia, estudo de exame como JLPT, ou outra. Eu darei as aulas adaptadas às suas necessidades. As aulas são ensinadas em JAPONÊS. Vamos conversar em japonês usando as palavras e a gramática que aprenderemos!

Meaningful Japanese Conversations｜Discover Japan, Share Your Culture, Speak Naturally Hello, my name is Kuriko. I love learning how people live, think, and see the world through conversation. In my lessons, we don't just study Japanese—we exchange ideas, compare our cultures, and enjoy meaningful conversations together. Every conversation is a chance to discover something new—about Japan, your country, and even yourself. I naturally guide our conversations from simple topics to deeper discussions, so you'll find yourself expressing ideas you never thought you could say in Japanese. My goal is for you to leave each lesson thinking, "I spoke a lot today!" "I could express difficult ideas in Japanese!" If you… ✓ enjoy meaningful conversations ✓ want natural Japanese ✓ love learning about cultures ✓ want to express your ideas with confidence I would love to meet you. ”Don't just learn Japanese—talk about the world in Japanese.” I want every lesson to give you the confidence and satisfaction of realizing just how much you can communicate in Japanese. 私のレッスンでは、日本語を話すことを通して、お互いの文化や考え方を知り、会話を楽しみます。 日本とあなたの国の文化を比べたり、お互いの価値観について話したり、日常生活やニュース、旅行、食べ物など、さまざまなテーマについて自然な日本語で会話を楽しみます。 だからレッスンでは、一方的に教えるのではなく、お互いの文化や考え方を共有しながら、一緒に会話を広げていきます。 毎週のレッスンが、「勉強」ではなく、「楽しみな時間」になるような会話を、一緒に作っていけたら嬉しいです。

🏆italki Teacher Excellence Reward (Aug)🌸All levels,JLPT,Group🌸17yrs EXP🌸12k＋lessons taught 🟡 All of my JLPT students passed in 2025! 🟡 Feel your progress 🟡 Personalised lessons tailored to your needs 【What You Can Expect from My Lessons】 ✅ Communication-focused ✅ Clear grammar explanations ✅ Practice in grammar, vocabulary, kanji, reading, listening & writing ✅ Homework with feedback ✅ English support available if needed ✅ Fun ! 【About Me as a Teacher】 🟢 Certified Japanese teacher since 2009 🟢 Over 12,000 lessons taught 🟢 Experienced in: ⚫︎ General Japanese ⚫︎ JLPT preparation (N1–N5) ⚫︎ High school VCE(AUS) exam preparation ⚫︎ Speech contest support ⚫︎ Students aged from teenagers to people in their 80s こんにちは。Hi, I’m Makiko 😊 I’m a Japanese teacher with 17 years of teaching experience. I also taught at a language school in Australia for 13 years. Many of my students have taken over 100 lessons with me and made great progress. I’ve had students who started with N5 or N4 and eventually passed N1. I grew up surrounded by nature in Shizuoka and later worked as a graphic designer at an advertising agency in Tokyo, which helped me develop creative and enjoyable ways to make learning fun and effective. I currently live in Melbourne, Australia, with my family and our dog. I've traveled to many places, including the USA, the UK, France, Turkey, and Hong Kong, which has given me a deeper understanding of different cultures. I truly enjoy working with students of all ages and backgrounds. どうぞ よろしく おねがいします 🙇 ★ Feel free to book a trial lesson anytime!