Learn Japanese with private Japanese teachers

楽しいから続けられる📚 |サバイバル日本語から初級者のための先生 【About me 👀】 Hi there! I'm Nanami, and I currently work as staff at a Japanese language school. I also recently started doing guided tours around the Tokyo area! 🚶 🌺 From: Born and raised in Okinawa ⛰️ Hobbies: I love mountain climbing! I'm also good at Japanese calligraphy (shodō). 🌻 Personality: Honest and positive 🌏 Countries I've visited: Thailand, the Philippines, Cambodia, the USA, Taiwan, Fiji, Malaysia, Hong Kong, and South Korea 【Some fun life experiences! 】 I've had some pretty unique and fun life experiences 😆 For example: ⛰️ Worked as mountain-hut staff at the 8th station of Mt. Fuji, Japan's highest mountain 🪄 Performed as a magician at a magic bar in Osaka 🏃‍♀️ Lived and worked at a guesthouse in Wakayama for six months 🇫🇯 Supported a language school in Fiji I love following my curiosity and my heart wherever they take me! In our first lesson, I'll ask about your goals and current level, and we'll build a learning plan made just for you. Not sure where to start? Don't worry — that's exactly what I'm here for. 🌻 With me, you'll learn real, natural Japanese, speak a lot, and have fun while you do it. Ready to take the first step? Let's get started — book your first lesson! 🚶

REAL CONVERSATION JAPANESE, not from the textbook I am enthusiastic and love motivating my students! My lessons will be mostly conversational based. If you have specific topic to talk about, please let me know. You are in a judgement free zone where you can give it your best shot and I am here to help you out. I believe the best way to learn a new language is through speaking it. 私の授業スタイルは、会話中心です。ご自分で勉強された単語やフレーズをどんどん使ってください！ どんどん話せば話すほど、語学力は必ず、あがります！

Chill, Casual, Cheers! Hey there! 👋 Welcome to my profile! I’m a native Japanese speaker currently living in Japan after taking an incredible 1.5-year round-the-world journey through South America, Africa, and Asia. 🌱 A little about my journey: Over the past decade, I’ve explored more than just tourist spots. I’ve lived with the Maasai tribe in Kenya, spent 50days living off the land with indigenous people in the Amazon, practiced Vipassana meditation with monks in Southeast Asia, and hiked solo through Patagonia. I’ve also worked in the TV industry and spent years in tech sales at an international company in Tokyo, working alongside colleagues from all over the world. 💬 Why I’m on italki: Now, as a freelancer in Japan, I’m here because I love sharing ideas, connecting through deep conversations, and learning about different cultures. I don’t treat lessons like formal lectures—think of me as your language buddy and storytelling partner! 🎯 Our lessons are great for you if: You want to level up your natural Japanese conversation skills. You enjoy talking about travel, culture, mindfulness, career, or life philosophies. You want a supportive space where we can easily switch to English whenever you get stuck! Let's make learning Japanese fun, meaningful, and part of your everyday life. Send me a message or book a trial lesson—I can’t wait to hear your stories too! ✨

Relaxed conversations | Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence 😊 📌 If you can’t find a suitable lesson time on my calendar, feel free to send me a message 😊 I may be able to adjust my schedule for you. Hello! I'm Kazuki, a Japanese teacher from Saitama, Japan. I’ve been teaching Japanese for 4 years on italki and 3 years at a language school. My lessons focus on practical conversation in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, so you can speak naturally and confidently. We start with simple topics like: ・Where do you live? ・Is your country hot or cold? ・What food do you recommend? As you get more comfortable, we can talk about your interests, your country, or anything you like. I will support you, correct your mistakes, and help you speak more naturally. You don’t need to be perfect—just relax and enjoy speaking Japanese 😊 I enjoy cooking, manga, anime, walking, and jogging (I especially love manga!). I studied Buddhism at university and am interested in simple living inspired by Zen. I love talking with people from different countries about language, culture, and life. こんにちは！埼玉に住んでいる日本語教師のかずきです。 italkiで4年、日本語学校で3年、日本語を教えています。 リラックスした雰囲気の中で、自然に自信をもって話せる会話練習を大切にしています。 レッスンでは、まず ・どこに住んでいますか ・あなたの国は暑いですか／寒いですか ・おすすめの食べ物は何ですか などの簡単なトピックから始めます。 慣れてきたら、趣味や国のことなど、好きなことを自由に話しましょう。 間違いもサポートしながら、より自然に話せるようお手伝いします。 日本語が完璧でなくても大丈夫です。リラックスして話しましょう😊 私は料理、マンガ・アニメ、散歩、ジョギングが好きで、特にマンガが大好きです。 大学では仏教を学び、禅の考え方に興味があります。 いろいろな国の人と、言語だけでなく文化や人生について話すのが好きです。

I like to share Japanese and Japanese culture. I'm still learning English, but I can support with simple English, and I speak Korean. You can learn daily conversation, business conversation and slang. I will try to provide a lesson which you can enjoy learning. 私は日本語や日本の文化をシェアすることが好きです。 英語は勉強中ですが、簡単な英語でのサポートは可能です。 また韓国語でのサポートもできます。 日常会話、ビジネス会話、スラングを教えることができます。 みなさんが楽しく学べる場を提供できたらうれしいです。

Professional Indonesia Language Tutor with 29 years experience I graduated from The English Literature and Translation Faculty of The University in Indonesia. I learned Japanese language and Culture for 5 years as well, and have some certificates for Japanese proficiency tests. I've joined the classes, seminars, and workshops many times for several years. I have been teaching Indonesian, and Japanese for 28 years. I have experience teaching students from many countries of various ages, children, teenagers, and adults. I also have experience teaching students in-house training programs.

✨🌱 New Students Welcome! | Friendly Japanese Lessons | Let’s Speak Japanese !🌱✨ Hi! I'm Airi 🌸 I am a native Japanese speaker from Japan, and I love helping students enjoy learning Japanese. I studied English linguistics in graduate school, with a particular interest in second language acquisition, pronunciation, education, and cross-cultural communication. My lessons are mainly in Japanese, but if something is difficult to understand, I'm happy to explain it in English. In our first lesson, we'll introduce ourselves and talk about your goals and interests. Then, we'll discuss what you'd like to study and create lessons that are tailored just for you✨ If there's something specific you'd like to learn, please let me know! If you're not sure yet, that's completely okay! We'll figure it out together through our lessons🌱 ✨ Courses ✨ 🌱 Beginner Japanese Learn the basics of Japanese, including self-introductions, greetings, and everyday conversations. Lessons are tailored to your goals and pace. 🗣️ Japanese Conversation Practice (Intermediate & Advanced) Practice Japanese through conversations about daily life, culture, travel, hobbies, and current events. 📝 Japanese Writing Feedback & Interview Preparation (Intermediate & Advanced) • Essays and reports • Application forms and personal statements • School and job interview practice • Study abroad preparation Please send me a message before booking this course. Feel free to send me a message anytime! I look forward to meeting you and supporting your Japanese learning journey 😊🌸

🗣️中文 English español OK!📍Lima,Perú 🇵🇪Your Japanese teacher who is also a language learner📚 Hello! I’m Ayaka from Nara, Japan 🗾🦌 你好！我是来自日本奈良的 Ayaka 👋🏼 🌟 About me 关于我 ： ・Majored in Chinese at university 中文专业 ・Studied in Beijing for 1 year 在北京留学一年 ・Worked in Dalian, China for 2 years 在大连工作两年 ・3 years of Japanese teaching experience on italki + face-to-face Japanese & Chinese teaching experience 拥有3年 italki 日语教学经验，也有线下教授日语和中文的经验 📚Courses 课程： ・ Grammar, vocabulary & practical expressions / 语法、词汇和实用表达 ・ Free Talk / 自由会话 ・ Japanese for trip / 旅游日语 🌸 My lessons 我的课程： ・Personalized class notes 根据学习需求提供个性化课堂笔记 ・Real-life conversation practice　真实场景会话练习，提高自信 ・Friendly environment—mistakes are welcome!　轻松友好的环境，放心犯错 I believe language learning should be fun! Practice + mistakes = faster improvement.I’m looking forward to seeing you in my class! 😊 我相信学习语言最重要的是多练习，也要享受学习！ 错误越多，进步越快💪🏽期待跟你见面！ 😊

🌼間違えてOK！安心して話せる日本語レッスン🌼 私は国際交流に深い興味があり、日本語を学んでいる方々とお話しして、お互いの文化の違いや趣味などについて話すことが好きです。 また、私は韓国語と英語を学んだことから、外国語を学ぶ楽しさや難しさを知っています。 「うまく話せない」「間違えたらどうしよう」といった不安な気持ちも理解できるため、学習者の方々が安心して発言できるような雰囲気づくりを心がけています。

I have worked as a office worker for 15 years. １５年以上日本で会社員として働いている経験があります はじめまして！くみです。日本で生まれ育った日本人です。 休日は映画を見たり旅行をしたりするのが好きで、美味しい料理を探すことも楽しみです。 Hello! I’m Kumi, born and raised in Japan. I like spending my days off watching movies and traveling, and I also enjoy searching for delicious food. 私は１５年以上日本の会社で会社員として働いていますので、ビジネスで使える会話も練習することができます。 I can also teach Japanese words that you can use at a Japanese companies because I have worked as a office worker for 15 years. 日本語上達の為に、基本的に日本語のみを使ってレッスンをします。 会話のスピードが速ければ、あなたに合わせることができます。 To help you improve your Japanese, I conduct lessons mainly in Japanese. If the speaking pace is too fast, I can adjust it to suit you.

UK-based experienced teacher — personalised English-medium lessons, clear grammar, real confidence. Originally from Nagoya, Japan, I have over 13 years of professional experience teaching Japanese in the UK, mainly in higher education. I've taught at UK universities and corporate online language training service providers across all levels — from complete beginners to advanced degree students. I've taught students with many different goals: travel, exams, university study, and personal interest. I teach with patience and genuine empathy, and my aim is always to build your confidence alongside your skills. For over 10 years years, I also worked at a research institute specialising in Japanese arts and culture, where I organised public events and outreach activities. Through this work, I developed a deep interest in sharing Japanese culture with people from different backgrounds, something I enjoy bringing into my lessons as well. I'm currently learning Mandarin Chinese myself, so I truly understand the challenges and rewards of language learning — and I bring that empathy into every lesson. I'd love to support you on your Japanese learning journey! I specialise in beginner Japanese, focusing on building a solid grammar foundation and practical everyday conversation. I make grammar clear and manageable, without being overwhelming, always explaining the subtle nuances. My lessons are structured yet relaxed, creating a supportive space where you can grow in confidence. I'd be delighted to discuss your goals, so please don't hesitate to get in touch or book a Trial Lesson!

Practical Japanese for Real Life & Work 🇯🇵 | Conversation Support in English Do you understand some Japanese, but struggle to speak naturally in real conversations? I help beginner and intermediate learners build practical Japanese that they can actually use in daily life, travel, and work. My lessons are especially suitable for learners who want to: • speak more confidently in everyday situations • communicate with Japanese people at work • improve listening and speaking skills • prepare for travel or life in Japan • understand Japanese grammar clearly with English support I can explain difficult grammar and expressions in English when needed, so you do not have to worry if you are still a beginner. In my lessons, I focus on both input and output. We will learn useful words and expressions, and then practice using them in real conversations. I also adjust each lesson to your goals and level. If you already know some Japanese, we will build on what you know instead of starting completely from zero. During a trial lesson, I will check your current level, ask about your goals, and show you how we can build a practical study plan together. You do not need to speak perfect Japanese. Making mistakes is part of learning. If you want to become more confident using Japanese in real life, I would be happy to support you. 😊

☆Slow & Easy Japanese (Beginners) ☆A Nationally Certified Japanese Teacher with Over 1,400 Lessons Do you need a teacher who will patiently wait for you and explain things again and again? You are very welcome here. I am a professional Japanese teacher with over 10 years of experience, dedicated to helping students master practical, real-life Japanese. Many of my students are repeat learners who have chosen to study with me for years, and I am grateful for the strong skills and friendships we have built together. I believe that language and culture are deeply connected, so I love sharing all aspects of Japanese culture in my lessons—whether it’s delicious food, unique traditions, or the latest trends in Japan. This makes every lesson lively, engaging, and relevant to everyday life. Before becoming a teacher, I graduated from university and worked in the marketing department of a Japanese apparel company. This background allows me to support students who are planning to travel to Japan and who want to learn business Japanese. After getting married and having two daughters, I decided to pursue my passion for teaching and began studying to become a Japanese teacher. I earned my teaching qualification in 2016, and since then, connecting with learners from all over the world has become my greatest joy. I always strive to create a warm, friendly atmosphere in my lessons, making each session feel like a relaxed conversation rather than a formal class. For me, teaching Japanese is much more than just a job—it is my true calling and a source of real happiness in my life.

台北在住12年 (北京2年) | 就職・留学・キャリア支援 | 経済・文化・歴史を語れる日本語 私の指導方針は「丸暗記させない」ことです。 中国語と日本語の構造的な違いを熟知しているため、「なぜあなたがその間違いをするのか？」を論理的に説明し、根本から矯正します。 「なんとなく通じる日本語」から「知性や教養を感じさせる日本語」へレベルアップさせましょう。 また、私のレッスンは単なるお喋りではありません。 私たちは「対等な大人」として、社会問題、経済、文化について意見交換をします。 あなたの知的好奇心を満たしながら、中身のある濃密な時間を提供することをお約束します。 (中文简体) 我的教学理念是“绝不让你死记硬背”。 因为我深知中日文的结构差异，所以我能从逻辑上解释“为什么你会犯这个错误”，并帮你彻底纠正。 让我们从“勉强能沟通的日语”升级为“充满知性与教养的日语”吧。 此外，我的课程不仅仅是闲聊。 我们将作为“平等的成年人”，就社会问题、经济、文化交换意见。 在满足你求知欲的同时，我承诺为你提供“高含金量”的课程体验。

現在、大学院留学生への個人レッスンと、ボランティアで日常生活のための日本語指導を行っています。留学生の方には、主としてオンラインでアカデミック・ジャパニーズの読解・論文・発音指導をしています。生活者の方々には、初級クラスで「みんなの日本語」という教科書を使用して指導しています。学習者の方に、多くの活動を提供する授業を目指しています。また、日本文化についても幅広く指導できますし、日本の地理、歴史、観光についても話題にしていきます。もちろん、学習者の方がたの出身国文化も共有させてもらいたいです。

自分に合った方法をみつけて一緒に日本語を勉強しましょう✨ 🌸初心者歓迎！リラックスして楽しく話せる日本語レッスン🌸 みなさん、こんにちは！ミキです😊 大阪出身で現在はカナダのバンクーバーに住んでいます 私自身も英語や韓国語を勉強中なので、新しい言語を学ぶ楽しさや、言葉が出てこないもどかしさがよく分かります！ 私のレッスンは、「友達とおしゃべりしているようなリラックスした雰囲気」で楽しく学べるのが特徴です✨ 言葉に詰まっても大丈夫。焦らずあなたのペースで話せるよう、じっくりサポートします！ ✨レッスンのおすすめポイント✨ - リラックスできる会話レッスン：間違いを気にせずどんどん話せます！旅行、グルメ、ゲーム、スポーツなど好きな話題で楽しく盛り上がりましょう♪ - 丁寧な復習ノートを毎回プレゼント：レッスン後には、その日使った表現や単語をまとめた「復習ノート（Review Notes）」をお送りします。自分でメモを取るのが苦手な方やレッスンに集中したい方にも安心です！ - 実用的な日常会話：すぐに使える挨拶や自己紹介、日本旅行で役立つフレーズが身につきます。 「日本語を話すのが快適になった！」「上達を実感できた！」と思っていただけるよう、全力でサポートします🌸 まずは楽しくお話ししながら、一緒にスピーキングの自信をつけていきましょう！ お会いできるのを楽しみにしています🌸

🏆 Awarded Top 1% Japanese tutor on italki🙏🏻✨ I can also teach in English if it is more comfortable for you. I’m friendly, easy to talk, and I am a very patient person :) Always remind your progress and help you to keep motivated. I love to converse with people from around the world. I am happy to meet everyone on italki. Feel free to contact me :)

Pass the JLPT & Speak Technical Japanese | From a native speaking engineering student こんにちは! 私はRavi です。日本語ネイティブで、日本で25年間暮らしています。英語でのコミュニケーションにも自信があり、機械工学を専攻しています。 これまで長年英語を学び、実際に使ってきたので、第二言語を学ぶときの大変さやつまずきやすいポイントを理解しています。もし途中で行き詰まっても大丈夫です。文法や微妙なニュアンスも、必要に応じて英語でわかりやすく説明します。特に初心者〜中級者の方が安心して学べるレッスンを心がけています。 教えること以外では、ロボットやプログラミング、国際文化に興味があります。世界中のさまざまな人とつながることが大好きです。 間違えることを怖がらずに、一緒に少しずつ着実に日本語を伸ばしていきましょう！ 私はJLPT対策（N5～N2）と実用的な日本語会話レッスンを専門としています。 何を勉強すべきか、どのように学習を進めればよいかお悩みの方は、ご自身のレベルや目標に合わせて、オーダーメイドの学習プランを作成します。 私のレッスンは、JLPTの合格だけでなく、実際の生活で自然な日本語を使えるようになることを重視しています。現在、日本の大学院で機械工学の研究を行っており、研究室・職場・日常生活で毎日日本語を使っています。そのため、教科書には載っていないリアルな日本語もお伝えできます。 以下の条件に当てはまる方に、このレッスンをおすすめします： ・効率的にJLPTに合格したい方 ・JLPTの勉強をしながら会話力を向上させたい方 ・試験まで時間が限られており、集中的に勉強したい方 ・文法は理解できるが、自然に使いこなすのが難しい方 ・理工系・IT・研究職など、技術・学術分野で日本語を使いたい方 ・日本企業への就職や日本の大学院進学を目指している方 【JLPT対策（N5～N2）】 ・『TRY!』シリーズやオリジナル教材 ・語彙、文法、読解、聴解の練習 ・JLPT形式の問題と試験対策 ・弱点の分析と学習計画の立案 【会話レッスン】 ・日常会話やトピックに関するディスカッション ・ネイティブスピーカーが使う自然な表現 ・実生活でのロールプレイ練習 ・発話の添削と言い換え 【理系・技術系日本語】 ・研究室・職場で使う専門表現 ・論文・レポートの読み方 ・日本企業の面接・就職活動に向けた日本語 ・理系トピックを通じた自然な会話練習 リラックスして安心して日本語を話せるような、サポート体制の整った雰囲気を作ります。 【体験レッスン】 ・レベルチェック ・学習目標の話し合い ・個人に合わせた学習プラン 必要に応じてビジネス日本語のサポートも可能です。 一緒に一歩ずつ日本語力を伸ばしていきましょう！

あなたのペースで、日本語と文化を一緒に学びましょう！Let's learn Japanese and culture together at your own pace!! ！Danielさん、JLPT N3合格おめでとうございます！ 私は周兵（しゅうへい）です。 2020年にチリやブラジルの友達に日本語を教え始めました。これまで40人以上の生徒と約500回のレッスンをしました。N1に合格した生徒や、これからJLPTを受ける生徒もいます。特にN5やN4を受けたい人は、ぜひ一緒に勉強しましょう。 私のクラスでは、できるだけ「日本語で日本語を勉強すること」を大切にしています。主に「げんき」などの教科書や、私が作った教材を使います。ひらがな、カタカナ、漢字が苦手な人も心配しないでください。あなたに合ったプランを一緒に作りましょう。 私は今まで20か国以上に旅行しました。特に南米が大好きです。新しい言葉を学んだり、食べたことがない料理を食べたりすることが好きです。料理や音楽も趣味です。昔、空手と少林寺拳法を習っていました。今はブラジリアン柔術を練習しています。 クラスで会えるのを楽しみにしています。 My name is Shuhei. I started teaching Japanese in 2020 by helping my friends from Chile and Brazil. Since then, I have conducted around 500 lessons with more than 40 students on italki. Some of my students have passed the JLPT N1, while others are preparing for their exams. I especially welcome those who want to take the N5 or N4 levels—let’s study together. Whether your goal is 'Japanese for travel' or just 'wanting to speak in Japanese,' any motivation is welcome. In my classes, I prioritize 'learning Japanese through Japanese' as much as possible. I primarily use textbooks like 'Genki' as well as my own original materials. Please don't worry if you find Hiragana, Katakana, or Kanji difficult. Let's create a lesson plan that fits you perfectly. I have traveled to over 20 countries so far, and South America is my favorite. I love learning new languages and trying local foods I've never had before. I also enjoy cooking and music. In the past, I practiced Karate and Shorinji Kempo, and now I am training in BJJ. Looking forward to seeing you.

Beginner Japanese with English support 🌸 Certified teacher｜GENKI lessons｜Relaxed & friendly Are you learning Japanese for the first time? Don’t worry! I’ll help you build a strong foundation step by step, with English support when you need it. I’m a certified Japanese teacher with experience teaching at a Japanese language school, online, and in volunteer programs. My lessons are friendly, relaxed, and personalized, so you can learn at your own pace and feel comfortable speaking Japanese. 🌱 For beginners If you are a complete beginner or want to study Japanese systematically, this lesson is for you. We can use textbooks such as GENKI or Irodori and practice grammar, vocabulary, listening, and speaking in a balanced way. I will explain clearly, give you time to think, and help you make your own sentences in Japanese. 🌸 What you can expect • English support available • Clear, step-by-step explanations • A solid start with greetings, hiragana, katakana, and basic grammar • Homework if you want • A patient, supportive atmosphere 🌼 For intermediate and advanced learners If you want to sound more natural, we can practice conversation using daily topics, articles, or news. I’ll help you use the grammar and vocabulary you already know and introduce more natural expressions. Mistakes are an important part of learning. In my lessons, you don’t need to be perfect. Let’s practice together until you can express your ideas in your own words. I love travel and crafts, so we can talk about many different topics. I’d be happy to support your Japanese journey!