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Learn Japanese with the teacher Megumi  Na.
5.0

4,730 Lessons

Megumi Naid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Other

Awarded Top 1% Japanese Tutor-Interview Prep, JLPT & Conversation- こんにちは、東北出身のMegumiです。 You might already know Japanese phrases for because, since, or so. But have you ever felt that textbook phrasing can sound a bit stiff in real conversations-or even unintentionally rude depending on who you're talking to? In Japanese, the right words change based on the situation and your relationship with the listener. In my lessons, I don't just teach grammar rules. I help you master natural, polite expressions so you can speak with confidence and make a great impression every time. [What We Can Cover Together ] Beginners: Travel-ready phrases and polite, friendly basics (Beginners are more than welcome!) Daily Conversation: Moving past textbook Japanese to sound totally natural Pronunciation: Fixing accent and pronunciation habits so you sound clear, natural, and confident Business & JLPT: A 90%+ JLPT pass rate, plus proven success helping students land jobs in Japan If you feel like your Japanese is grammatically correct but just doesn't sound right yet, I'd love to help. Book a lesson, and let's make your Japanese sound natural together!

BusinessTest PreparationKids
USD 19.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yoshida.
5.0

4,227 Lessons

Yoshidaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Italian
+2

I am also qualified to teach Japanese to Japanese junior high and high school students. Major: Japanese Linguistic, Japanese culture Teaching certificate: Junior High School Specialized Teacher’s Certificate (Japanese), High School Specialized Teacher’s Certificate (Japanese) Experience as teacher:5years(in 2018),Indicative mood, Japan, China, Italy(College, Foreign language school,Japanese school abroad, online school)        Level 0 ・ Beginner・Intermediate ・Advanced Teacher’s skill:Attention, Polite, Amusing           Foreign language :Italian, Chinese(Beginner), English(Beginner) 初心者~上級者、皆さんOKです! 楽しい授業になるように、1時間のレッスンで皆さんを必ず成長させるように授業を考えます。

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yasuhito Tanaka.
5.0

1,652 Lessons

Yasuhito Tanakaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+4

10年以上の指導経験と資格で、あなたの日本語をサポートします!(Over 10 years of experience helping students master Japanese.) わたしは10年間日本語をおしえています。 (I have been teaching Japanese for 10 years.) 中国で3年間、インドで3年間おしえていました。 (I was teaching for 3 years in China and 3 years in India.) アニメがすきでべんきょうしている人や日本ではたらきたい人、JLPT(N5〜N1)にごうかくしたい人などにおしえたことがあります。 (I have taught to people who like anime and are studying, who want to work in Japan, and who want to pass the JLPT(N5~N1).) みなさんは、どうして日本語をべんきょうしていますか? (Why are you studying Japanese? ) どんな練習(れんしゅう)がしたいですか? (What kind of practice do you want to do?) ぜひ、わたしにおしえてください! (Please tell me!) いっしょにたのしく日本語をべんきょうしましょう! (Let's enjoy studying Japanese together!)

BusinessTest Preparation
USD 8.00/trial
Available 11:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuka.
5.0

32 Lessons

Yukaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Korean
+1

Conversation-focused Japanese Lessons for Intermediate to Advanced Learners Hello there! I’m Yuka. Do you already know Japanese grammar but struggle to express yourself naturally? I help intermediate and advanced learners move beyond textbook Japanese into real-life communication. I’m a language learner myself, so I understand the challenges of learning a new language. Don’t worry about making mistakes—they’re a natural part of learning! I create a friendly and supportive environment where you can speak comfortably at your own pace. If you ever get stuck, I can also explain things in English or Korean. Being from Hyogo, I can introduce you to authentic Kansai dialect and expressions that locals actually use. 💬 What you can expect from my lessons: ✓ Relaxed conversation practice ✓ Natural corrections and feedback ✓ Useful vocabulary and everyday expressions ✓ Personalised lesson notes after each lesson 🎯 These lessons are ideal for: - Learners who can read hiragana - Learners with a basic understanding of Japanese grammar - Intermediate to advanced learners who want to improve their speaking skills - Adults aged 18 and over Whether you’d like to talk about travel, everyday life, languages or Japanese culture, I’d love to hear what interests you. I look forward to helping you speak Japanese with greater confidence. See you in class!

USD 9.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Aztai ᠠᠵᠠᠲᠠᠢ.
5.0

133 Lessons

Aztai ᠠᠵᠠᠲᠠᠢid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·Mongolian
Native
·English
+1

Hello! I’m Aztai from China. Nice to meet you! I was born in China and come from the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. I’m bilingual in Chinese and Mongolian. I’m deeply interested in languages and psychology, and I occasionally read professional academic papers. I’m a huge fan of japannese anime---a total otaku! But I also enjoy travelling sometimes. ハロー!中国出身の ᠠᠵᠠᠲᠠᠢ(アジテイ) 先生です。よろしくお願いします! 中国生まれ、内モンゴル自治区出身の中国語・モンゴル語バイリンガルです。 語学と心理学に興味がいっぱいあって、ときたまにプロフェッショナルな論文をみます。 アニメ・ドラマが大々々好きなオタクだが、でもたまにも旅行やキャンプをするアウトドア系になるんっす! 我是aztai,蒙古族。我会日语、中文、传统蒙古文、中等的西里尔蒙古文、英文、一点点西班牙语。 我爱学习新语言、旅行、看动漫,玩游戏(这听起来显得我很好像宅,但其实偶尔也喜欢和朋友出门hang out)。 我曾经学会并精通语言的主要原因大多是娱乐,喜欢一门语言本身对每个学习者都很重要的。 如果你比起枯燥的模板化教学、更喜欢直接进入语言本身,我们应该会很合得来喔~ I have one year of experience teaching one-on-one online Japanese lessons, and I am a JLPT N1 certified speaker. 我擅长把复杂的东西给学生拆解清楚,并且我倾向于以例子和对话来让学生学习,因为语言是一种人脑会自动适应的结构。 日本語のオンラインマンツーマンレッスンを1年間担当した経験があります。 また、JLPT N1合格者です。 国際的な視点を大切にしながら、日本人・中国人の両ネイティブに近い感覚で言語を教えています。 独自のトレーニング方法を使い、「理解できる」「使える」ことを重視した授業を行っています。 少しでも気になったら、ぜひ一度僕のレッスンを体験してみてください!

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher kaori ito.
5.0

4,284 Lessons

kaori itoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Relaxed & Supportive Native Japanese Teacher(Since 2017)|All Levels Welcome I am a native Japanese speaker and also speak English .I teach both Beginner and intermidiate level. I am Fun, friendly, and patient. I can help with speaking and listening skills and practicing conversation, useful expressions you can't learn from textbooks. My lessons are very flexible and designed to keep you engaged. We can use any materials that suit your learning style—Genki I & II, Nihongo Fun & Easy, or any materials you like. I also use Google Docs to share example sentences, photos, and lesson notes in real time, so you can stay engaged during class and easily review everything afterward. Let’ Let me help you learn Japanese with me!

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

2,128 Lessons

Motoeid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Turkish
+2

Flexible, beginner-friendly Japanese lessons with manga, and global perspective. Hello, I am Motoe, originally from Osaka, Japan, and currently residing in Türkiye. With a diverse international background, I have lived in the UK, Botswana, Tokyo, and Osaka, gaining extensive multicultural experience. Also traveld to 18 countries. Professionally, I work as a freelance web graphic designer. My personal interests include handcrafting, particularly crochet, and art. I am an avid enthusiast of Japanese subculture, engaging with manga on a daily basis. I look forward to facilitating engaging Japanese language conversations centered around these shared interests. こんにちは!私はもとえです。大阪出身で、今トルコに住んでいます。イギリス、ボツワナ、東京、大阪に住んでいました。趣味はハンドメイドです。漫画をよく読んでいます。アニメの話題もできます。他にWebグラフィックデザイナーもしています。 I have been working as a Japanese teacher on italki for over one and half year and have conducted more than 1,700 lessons. I offer conversation-focused courses as well as structured beginner courses using textbooks. I strive to provide clear and systematic explanations, respond carefully and accurately to all student questions, and give practical, personalized feedback by identifying each learner’s strengths and areas for improvement. 日本語講師として1年半以上活動し、1,700回以上のレッスンを担当。会話力向上コースに加え、初心者向けに教科書を使用した基礎コースも提供。分かりやすい説明を心がけ、生徒からの質問に丁寧に対応しています。また、それぞれの学習状況を把握し、課題や改善点をアドバイスをします。 Basically we will have a conversation in Japanese and English. Also I can explain in Turkish. If you have special theme, let me know before the class. 基本的に会話コースは、日本語か英語で会話する形式です。トルコ語で説明もできます。話したいテーマがあれば、事前にメッセージで教えてください。

USD 8.00/trial
Available 06:45 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Miho.
5.0

98 Lessons

Mihoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Here to Support Your Japanese Journey ☀️ 🇯🇵 Let's speak Japanese together! Hello! I'm Miho, a native Japanese speaker from Tokyo 😊🌸 Are you looking for a place where you can practice Japanese without worrying about making mistakes? I always try to create friendly and relaxed lessons where you can feel comfortable speaking Japanese💪 ☀️ What you can expect in my lessons☀️ 🌱 A comfortable and supportive learning environment 🗣️ Practice natural Japanese used in everyday conversations ✍️ Gentle corrections and feedback to support your learning 😊 Lessons at your own pace I'm studying French, so I understand how challenging it can be to express yourself in another language. I know how it feels when you want to say something but can't find the right words. That's why I always try to create lessons that match your level, goals, and learning pace. I hope you'll feel comfortable and enjoy learning Japanese with me😊🌸 【Lessons】 🌱 First Lesson A great place to start if you're new to my lessons. We'll get to know each other and talk about your Japanese learning goals. 🗣️ Free Conversation Enjoy relaxed conversations while practicing natural Japanese at your own pace. ☕ Everyday & Travel Japanese Learn useful Japanese for travel and everyday situations. ☎️ Business Japanese Practice Japanese commonly used in business telephone situations through role-play. ー A little about me ー ✈️ I love traveling. 🍙 I love good food. 🐕 I love walking my dog. I'm looking forward to meeting you in class! 🌸

USD 6.00/trial
Available 06:15 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher KAZUMI.
5.0

1,172 Lessons

KAZUMIid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

私は東京に住んでいるので、標準的な日本語を教える事が出来ます。 中学英語教員の免許を持っていて、子供たちに英会話を教えたこともあります。 ビジネスレターや面接の練習をすることも出来ます。 楽しみながら学んでもらえる雰囲気作りを大切にしています。 I'm based in Tokyo, so I can help you master standard Japanese. I’m a licensed junior high school English teacher and have experience teaching kids as well. Whether you need help with business letters or practicing for an interview, I’ve got you covered! I always focus on creating a fun, welcoming environment for my students.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Tsubasa.
4.9

379 Lessons

Tsubasaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+3

【私の授業でできること✏】 ✓ひらがな、かたかなの読み書き  日本語の基本となる文字の習得をサポートします。 ✓簡単な日常会話の練習  あいさつや買い物、レストランでの会話など、実用的なフレーズを学びます。 ✓基本的な文法の説明  「です」「ます」や助詞の使い方など、初級文法をわかりやすく教えます。 ✓語彙の強化  日常生活で使う言葉や場面に応じた語彙を増やします。 ✓文章の読み書き練習  短い文章の読解や、自分の考えを簡単な日本語で書く練習をします。 ✓敬語の使い方  日本文化に欠かせない敬語の基本的な使い方を練習します。 ✓JLPT等の日本語試験対策(N5〜N1)  各レベルに対応した語彙、文法、読解、聴解の指導を行います。 ✓日本文化・習慣の解説  祭りや食文化、伝統行事など、日本についての理解を深める授業を行います。 ✓ディスカッション・プレゼンテーションの練習  上級者向けに、自分の意見を論理的に伝える練習をします。

USD 8.00/trial
Available 22:45 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ken.
5.0

2,355 Lessons

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

Even if you don't see my availability, just send me a message! We might be able to have a lesson! ★★★ If you want to book my lesson, please send me a message first! ★★★ みなさん、こんにちは! KENです! I am a native Japanese speaker. I've lived in Japan, Australia, and Taiwan. I am interested in learning about cultural differences, especially regarding food! I've also worked as a chef in some restaurants for about 5 years. . I post some Japanese conversation videos on YouTube (with Japanese and English subtitles)!! I hope my videos can also help you on your language journey! :) I have some experiences which have helped me become a better teacher. . 【★Work experience★】 ◆ 2 years of working in an international hotel in Japan. →Got used to explain Japanese culture to foreign guests. . ◆ 3 seasons as a ski instructor for foreign tourists. →Got teaching experiences. . ◆ 1 year for working in Australia. →Got experience working with Native English speakers. 【★★★ My lesson time ★★★】 [30mins→25mins], [45mins→45mins], [60mins→55mins] We start on time, then we finish 5 mins earlier than the time that italki says, except 45mins lesson.(Because I need to prepare for the next one.) . 【★★★ IMPORTANT NOTE ★★★】 ◆24 hours is required to cancel and re-schedule my lessons. In less than 24 hours, the payment will have to be charged. ◆Even if you show up late, we can still start a lesson from then, but I don't extend our lesson time and the fee will fully be charged. ◆My lessons are not for those under 18 years.

USD 30.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Romi.
5.0

2 Lessons

Romiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+2

リラックスして楽しく話せるレッスンを一緒にやりましょう! Hi! I’m Romi 🌸 I’m a native Japanese speaker from Japan. I’m currently living in Australia on a Working Holiday Visa, while studying English and Korean. I love learning languages, and I’d also like to challenge myself with more languages in the future! As a language learner myself, I understand how it feels to learn a new language. In my lessons, I want you to feel relaxed, comfortable, and have fun while speaking Japanese. Whether you’d like to practice free conversation, everyday Japanese, or useful Japanese for traveling, I’ll support you based on your individual goals. Don’t worry about making mistakes! Let’s talk as much as possible and naturally improve your Japanese together😊 I’m looking forward to meeting you and having a great conversation!

USD 6.00/trial
Available 06:15 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Karin かりん.
5.0

638 Lessons

Karin かりんid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+2

★「やさしいにほんご」をつかいます!こども・学生(がくせい)・おとな向けの、わかりやすいレッスンです★ ◆ライセンスあり、プロの教師(きょうし) ・登録日本語教員(とうろくにほんごきょういん:国にみとめられた日本語教師/2025年~) ・日本語指導歴(にほんごしどうれき):2021年~ 日本語学校、子どもむけオンラインスクールでも指導。 日本のことばや文化(ぶんか)、なんでもきいてくださいね!

Business
USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mayu.
5.0

950 Lessons

Mayuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Only for girls ♪ Certified and experiemced Japanese teacher for all levels ★注: 女性の生徒のみ募集しています★ 私は日本語教師になるための420時間コースを修了した日本語教師です。2017年からフルタイムでオンラインレッスンをしてきました。たくさんの生徒さんに教えてきた経験から、あなたのために効果的なレッスンをします。特に中級以上の女性のみなさんに、女性的な、あなたらしい日本語の話し方をコーチングします。 日本で多くの働いた経験がありますので丁寧な日本語、ビジネス用語も教えることもできます。もちろんカジュアルな日本語も。初心者には最初は英語を使いながら「みんなのにほんご」「げんき」などのテキストや、さまざまなソースを使って楽しく効果的なレッスンします。すべてのレベルの方を、確実にもっと日本語を話せるようにお手伝いします。 私は日本で生まれ育ちましたが、現在はイギリス人の夫と愛猫のさとと、イギリスに住んでいます。レッスンでいろんな話をしましょう。みなさんと、新しく勉強をはじめることを楽しみにしていますけ

USD 10.00/trial
Available 09:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Michiko.
5.0

991 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 Tsuyoshi.
5.0

3,312 Lessons

Tsuyoshiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

I've taught more than 7000 lessons since 2016 by using more than 70 textbooks. Hello, My name is Tsuyoshi. I like music. My hobby is playing a guitar and violin and reading manga. These days, I'm being more interested in CAM(Complementary and Alternative Medicine) and natural therapies. I love teaching. I have true passion for this work. I'm patient and kind. I've taught 7000+lessons since 2016. I can offer listening, writing, reading, and speaking practice. If there are something you don't understand very well, please feel free to ask me. I can teach Japanese by using more than 70 textbooks. ◎今、持っている教科書(The followings are some examples of textbooks that I have now. ) ★ highly recommend. 初級の人のための本  For beginner learners. ☆みんなの日本語 第2版 初級1,2 ”Minna-no Nihongo Second edition beginner” 1 and 2  ★げんき 1,2 Genki Vol.1、2 of 2nd or 3rd edition ☆まるごと Marugoto A1 A2 (as a secondary teaching materials). 初中級の人のための本 For upper beginner learners ★4技能でひろがる日本語カルテットQUARTET INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE1 ☆初級日本語文法総まとめポイント20 ★中級へ行こう 日本語の文型と表現 55 第2版 中級の人のための本 For intermediate learners ★上級へのとびら TOBIRA gateway to advanced Japanese ★まるごと 中級1,2 B1 level ☆会話に挑戦!中級前期からの日本語ロールプレイ ★みんなの日本語 第2版 中級1,2 ☆中級の日本語 An integrated approch to INTERMEDIATE JAPANESE ★できる日本語 中級 advanced level JLPT's book etc..

USD 9.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Haylie Chu.
5.0

2,389 Lessons

Haylie Chuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
·
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·English

Professional, experienced and passionate language teacher since 2018 Medium of instruction: English, Cantonese, Mandarin and Japanese 教授言語:英語、広東語、中国語、日本語 授課語言:英文 廣東話 國語 日語 “JUST FOR YOU” courses: I can design courses that fulfill your need. Want to improve pronunciation, conversation skill, vocabulary, grammar or even writing style? No problem! あなたにぴったりの授業:発音、会話、単語、文法、作文が上達したいですか。私に任せてください! “為你而設”課程:我可以為你度身訂造最合適的課程。 想改善發音、會話能力、詞彙、文法、甚至寫作風格嗎?沒問題,請交給我吧!

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chko - san.
5.0

29 Lessons

Chko - sanid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

現場での経験が20年あります。 大阪の日本語学校で20年、専門学校で5年日本語を教えています。韓国.中国、ベトナムなどのアジアからの学生が多いです。ロシア人の学生に日本語を日本語で教えていたこともあります。ロシアのウラジオストクとクラスノダールの大学で教えていました。 Я преподаю японский язык в течение 20 лет в школе японского языка в Осаке и 5 лет в профессиональном училище. Много студентов из Азии, таких как Корея, Китай и Вьетнам. Я также преподавала японский язык русским студентам на японском языке. Я преподавала в университетах Владивостока и Краснодара, Россия.

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuri.
5.0

786 Lessons

Yuriid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
·French

6年間の講師経験をもつフランス在住講師 I focus on speaking practice, not grammar teaching. My lessons are for students who want to use Japanese in a natural way. I change the speed and words depending on your level and goals. I am learning French, so I know the feeling of “I want to say something, but I don’t have the words”. In my lessons, you can speak without fear of mistakes. 私は文法を一から教えるのではなく、会話を中心に日本語を使う練習をしています。生徒さんのレベルや目的に合わせて、話すスピードや語彙を変えます。 アートや文化をきっかけに会話を広げることが多いです。私自身もフランス語を学んでいて、「言いたいのに言えない」という気持ちを知っています。だから、安心して間違えられる環境を大切にしています。

Business
USD 6.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yoko Katsurauma.
5.0

11.5k Lessons

Yoko Katsuraumaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
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生徒さん達に対して敬意を保ち、信頼できる友と見なして頂けるように努めています。また、生徒さんの興味、関心、目標、そしてレベルに沿ったオーダーメイドの授業を心がけています。文法説明の分かりやすさと親切な態度に感謝して頂くことが多く、励みになっています。個人的にも、文法の理解を深め、教え方を向上する為の勉強を続けています。

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  • Andreas

    Learning Japanese

    242 Stunden mit Sachiko als Lehrerin - wie die Zeit vergehen kann. Der Unterricht findet auf sehr gutem Deutsch und Japanisch statt - mittlerweile sogar mehr auf japanisch als auf deutsch. Die Dialoge sind meist auf Ereignissen der letzten Woche, wodurch man auch neue Vokabel kennen lernt. Sachiko ist immer pünktlich, gut vorbereitet, und steckt mit ihrer guten Laune immer an. Der Unterricht folgt einem "Lehrplan" analog einem Lehrbuch. Es wird aber nicht nur stumpf das Buch abgearbeitet sondern Grammatik / Kulturelles wird durch eigene, verständlichere Folien / Bilder erklärt. Zu Beginn jeder Unterrichtstunde gibt es einen Dialog / Sprechübung, in der man über Urlaubsbilder, Geschehnisse aus der letzten Woche o.Ä. spricht. Ansonsten sprechen die Zahlen für sich: Anzahl Studenten vs Anzahl Stunden: viele Studenten nehmen mehr als nur 1-3 Stunden bei ihr. 5 Sterne Bewertung bei > 7100 Stunden - findet mal eine 5 Sterne Google-Bewertung mit über 7100 Bewertungen.

  • Hatty

    Hatty

    Learning Japanese

    Isaac先生 is very kind and patient. I learnt a lot from this lesson. He also taught me some Hiroshima Dialect ,it was really fun. Thanks to his encouragement I can speak Japanese more easily. I recommend him to everyone.

  • Lukas

    Lukas

    Learning Japanese

    An amazing teacher to study Japanese with! Patient, kind and great at teaching nuance within Japanese grammar. She allows me to make the grammar my own by explaining all the ways certain structures and verbs are used, and in which contexts. Paying more attention to things I find difficult. I've already learned so much only within 2 lessons! ゆきえせんせい, ありがとうございま !

  • Sterling W.

    Sterling W.

    Learning Japanese

    I really enjoy working with Haru and appreciate how patient she is! Every lesson she provides a picture and we work through the details of the picture describing it. At the end of the lesson she sends me a one sheet review page over everything that we covered. This makes it very easy to brush up between lessons. This is great for someone who is trying to learn words in context or has learned Japanese in the past but need a refresher.

  • Daniel Grant

    Learning Japanese

    I love my lessons with Shiota-Sensei! He has customised the lessons around my specific interests (board games and craft beer!) and makes the lessons very fun! He keeps in touch in between lessons with information relating to the topics we discussed. It feels like I'm just chatting with a good friend. I have been learning Japanese through apps and online tools and videos, and this is the first time working with a tutor. I'm finding it very helpful to learn more about how to have conversations. ありがとうございます

  • Josh Pollmann

    Josh Pollmann

    Learning Japanese

    Erina-san and I have gone through a whole textbook together and I am more confident than ever in my ability to speak Japanese. I have been able to take what I've learned from our lessons and use it in real conversation with native Japanese speakers. It's been a very fulfilling experience learning Japanese and I can't thank Erina-san enough for her time teaching!

  • Patti

    Patti

    Learning Japanese

    Still here after all these years! As you can see from the number of lessons I have had with Youhei-san, he is a wonderful teacher. He has taken me from a total beginner to someone who can have a conversation and understand podcasts. I hope to continue working with him for many years to come.

  • Yasa Danavira Tjoe

    Learning Japanese

    Eri-sensei is always incredibly kind, supportive, and encouraging throughout our lessons, and very much loves to give challenges. The times when I struggle to make out sentences, she would always make sure that by the end of it I am able to recreate them correctly. And when she introduces new vocabulary, she would make me try to guess their meaning rather than telling them to me directly. These kinds of challenges are what make us language learners develop our skills and actually retain the things that we learn, and the fact that Eri-sensei always sees to it that we do not leave without having learned something new is what makes her a fantastic teacher. I highly recommend taking her lessons!

  • Kathryn Risch

    Learning Japanese

    Just the best teacher on the planet. Designed a lesson plan around the phrases and places more important to my upcoming Japan trip! So thoughtful and creative, and never makes me feel bad for my many errors!

  • Baz

    Baz

    Learning Japanese

    りょうこ先生はとてもやさしくて、いつもていねいに教えてくれる先生です。 とても忍耐強く、文法や新しい表現もわかりやすく説明してくれるので、安心して勉強できます。 レッスンでは、今使っている教科書のPowerPointを使いながら勉強しています。教科書の文法を勉強するだけではなく、りょうこ先生がたくさん質問してくれるので、習った文法を使いながら自然に会話の練習もできます。私が話すときも、いつもやさしくサポートしてくれるので、間違いを心配しすぎずに話すことができます。 宿題も毎回ていねいに直してくれて、レッスンの後には復習のための教材も準備してくれます。授業で勉強したことをもう一度確認できるので、とても助かっています。 りょうこ先生と勉強を始めてから、自分の日本語が少しずつ上達していると感じます。特に、話すことに前より自信がついてきました。また、先生のおかげで、日本語をもっと勉強したいという気持ちも強くなりました。 毎回のレッスンが楽しくて、勉強を続けるモチベーションにもなっています。文法も会話もバランスよく勉強したい人に、本当におすすめの先生です!

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Do I need a tutor to learn Japanese?

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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

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