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Learn Japanese with the teacher Tinn(adults/kids).
5.0

282 Lessons

Tinn(adults/kids)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
·
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·Chinese (Other)
Native
·English
+3

🌟Certified &Experienced🌟日本語 N1🌟 Speaking Practice🌟|HSK|YCT|Travel 🤗🤩 ❤️I’m a certified tutor with the Certificate for Mandarin level 2 gradeA ,Japanese language proficiency test (JLPT)level N1 , primary school Chinese teacher ❤️Majored in Japanese ❤️I'm super patient and tender ❤️I have a lot of hobbies such as singing,practice calligraphy , go mountain climbing and travelling

Test PreparationKids
USD 11.00/trial
Available 11:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuka ゆか.
5.0

832 Lessons

Yuka ゆかid verified
Professional Teacher
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 06:45 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ruri T.
5.0

1,996 Lessons

Ruri Tid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish
+2

Mistakes welcome! 🎉 Let's chat, laugh, and grow your Japanese naturally.🌱🚀 Hello! I’m Ruri, your friendly Japanese teacher! はじめまして、こんにちは。るりです。 Looking for a patient teacher who understands the challenges of learning a language? With my diverse background in education and international culture, I’ll help you speak Japanese with confidence! 🌟 About Me Born in Tochigi, Japan. I studied in Spain for a year and speak a little English and Spanish. I love the Nordic countries, and I recently started learning Finnish and Swedish as a complete beginner! As a language learner myself, I create a "mistake-friendly" space where you can learn at your own pace. 🌸Background ・International Flight Concierge (Tokyo) ・Ground Staff (Okinawa) ・Educational Support: Helped international kids at elementary schools bridge language gaps. ☘️Qualifications ・Certified Japanese Teacher ・Psychology: JADP Certified Mental & Advanced Psychology Counselor. ・Business:Certifified Finantial Planner(Grade 2 National Certification, Japan) ・Hospitality: Certified Service Care Worker & AEAJ Aromatherapy Advisor. 🌷 My Lessons I offer 6 lesson types. ・Diverse Materials: PDFs, PPTs, photos,flashcards,etc. ・2-in-1 Lessons: Combine two topics in 60 mins (e.g., 30m Grammar + 30m Talk). ・Steady Progress: We focus on step-by-step, sustainable growth. 🎨 Interests Animals, nature, comic essays, Nordic countries, reading, and watching TV/movies. Ready to start? Whether for travel, exams, or culture, I’m here to guide you. Book a trial lesson and let's start!

BusinessTest Preparation
USD 13.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mayu.
5.0

45 Lessons

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

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!**

USD 5.50/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Micchi.
Micchiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native

Japanese Conversation through Food and Culture Hello, I’m Micchi, a professional Japanese teacher living on Awaji Island, known in Japanese mythology as the island of creation. I offer topic-based Japanese conversation lessons for B1 and above learners who want to improve their speaking skills through food, culture, dashi, tea, and daily life. For nearly 30 years, I have been involved in Japanese food culture, including home cooking, seasonings, dashi, umami, tea, and daily food life. Through our conversations, you can practice speaking Japanese while exploring the values, aesthetics, and cultural feelings behind Japanese food, tea, dashi, seasons, and daily life. This will help you understand natural Japanese expressions and the kind of communication that goes beyond the literal meaning of words. In my lessons, we may talk about miso, soy sauce, katsuobushi, kombu, chopsticks, food habits, Japanese tea, Chinese tea, Taiwanese tea, kimono, and life on Awaji Island. All lessons are conducted in Japanese only. I speak at a natural speed, explain simply, and correct your Japanese when needed. My teaching style is calm, gentle, and practical. You do not need to speak perfectly. I will support you in finding your own words in Japanese while enjoying meaningful cultural topics. This is not a business Japanese lesson. Free conversation is welcome when the topic is related to Japanese food, culture, tea, dashi, or daily life. If my available times do not fit your schedule, please feel free to send me a lesson request.

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

4,434 Lessons

SHOYAid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Let's talk with native Japanese ! ・I am a university graduate Japanese native speaker with English language and communication certificate from the University of Kansaigaidai. ・Born in Hokkaido and raised in Hiroshima. ・I worked for a finance company for five years. ・Now I work in an HR department in a real estate company. ・I like to watch anime and movies. I just went to Osaka Comicon 2024 【For people living in Japan】 ●I can introduce job opportunities including part-time and full-time positions. ●I can also provide support for short-term stays, work and long-term visa applications. ・I have experience to teach Japanese and support Foreigners to take interview for Japanese company. ・ I like to teach very casual and natural Japanese, so that you can make a lot of Japanese friends. Feel relaxed to take my lesson. ・Everybody has their own personality, interests, dreams and some interesting knowledges . We don't live in a same country, but I want to make a place that we can share our knowledges and get to know each other using languages. 【Free conversation】 【checking or correcting your Japanese sentences】 【Business conversation/role playing conversation  interview practice】

Business
USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kyoko.
5.0

2 Lessons

Kyokoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Friendly Japanese Conversation Practice 😊🇯🇵 Hello! I’m Kyoko, a native Japanese speaker from Nara, Japan, now living in Australia. I love sharing Japanese culture, food, and travel stories with students from around the world. If you’re looking for friendly conversation practice and want to explore real-life Japanese topics—like hobbies, nature, or daily life—I’m here to help! I especially enjoy helping beginners and shy learners feel comfortable and confident. Let’s chat and discover Japanese together😄 こんにちは、きょうこです。日本の奈良県出身で、今はオーストラリアに住んでいます。日本の文化や食べ物、旅行の話をしながら、楽しく日本語を学びませんか?趣味や自然、日常の話題など、リアルな日本語を気軽に練習したい方にぴったりです。初心者や話すのが苦手な方も、安心して会話できるようサポートします。一緒に楽しく日本語を話しましょう! Let’s start with a 30-minute trial lesson😄 **It’s a great way to get to know each other, chat in a relaxed atmosphere, and see if my lessons are a good fit for you. Let’s chat and discover Japanese together! 🇯🇵✨

USD 5.00/trial
Available 22:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher NORIKO.
5.0

1,503 Lessons

NORIKOid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

JLPT受験対策、大学・大学院受験面接対策レッスンが人気です! 私の名前はNorikoです。日本人です。 日本語学校で日本語を教えて13年目です。2024年度から始まった第1回日本語教員試験に合格しました。日本の文化にもくわしく、着物の着付けの先生の資格ももっています。 東京に20年以上住んでいますが、関西出身で関西弁も話すことができます。 趣味は旅行で、今まで19か国に旅しました。Jpopと日本のドラマ、映画に興味があり、また3人の子どもを持つ母親で、家庭料理が得意です。 My name is Noriko. I’m Japanese. I’ve been teaching Japanese for 13years at Japanese language school. And I passed the 1st Japanese Language Teacher Exam, I'm also familiar with Japanese culture, and qualified as a kimono dressing teacher. I've lived in Tokyo for over 20 years, but I'm from Kansai area, so I can speak Kansai dialect as well. My hobby is traveling, and I have traveled to 19 countries so far. I'm interested in J-pop and J-dramas and movies, and good at home cooking. 私は日本語学校で、主に日本の専門学校や大学・大学院を受験したい留学生に、日本語を教えてきたので、面接対策・JLPTの受験指導ができます。 また、日本映画、アニメ、TV番組、日本観光、日本料理、日本文化のクラスも担当してきたので、いろいろなアプローチで日本語と日本文化を教えることができます。 I have taught Japanese mainly to international students who want to take the entrance exams for Japanese vocational schools, universities, and graduate schools, so I can give guidance for interview tests and JLPT exams. And I have also been in charge of classes on Japanese movies, anime, TV programs, tourism, cuisine, culture, so I can teach about Japan and Japanese culture with various approaches. JLPT・N3~N1受験用の文法、日本文化(茶道・華道など)・日本映画・日本料理などの日本文化をテキストやPPT、レアリアを使って教えます。 I will teach you JLPT / N3-N1 exam grammar, Japanese culture (tea ceremony, flower arrangement, etc.), Japanese movies, Japanese cuisine, etc. using textbooks, PPT, and realia.

USD 13.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Jumpei.
5.0

7,368 Lessons

Jumpeiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
·Spanish
·Portuguese
+2

With 7000+ hours of experience in teaching, I've helped great learners find their passion and voice If you’re looking for a professional teacher who is good at teaching Japanese from zero or who can teach you how Japanese people speak, you’re in luck! I will help you learn how to speak fluently in the most effective way. My experience of living in other countries more than 10 yearstaught me how we should learn and teach languages. Would you like a teacher who actually knows how to learn languages — and is doing so successfully? If so, you’re the kind of student I love working with. I learn a new language every year so I’m always testing and refining new strategies & tactics to benefit my students. In our lessons we will review a lot so that you can imporve something in every lesson. Also, pronunciation is my favorite topic. Although I don’t start teaching pronunciation right away because its priority isn’t so high. However, there are not a lot of Japanese teachers who can teach this topic since it is too complicated, and I’ve been helping thousands of students to improve their pronunciation. *A trial lesson! – I recommend you do a trial lesson as it'll help me to get to know you and assess your fluency level. This will allow me to tailor our sessions according to your specific interests and goals. *Professional Lesson: Why we learn the language… yes! it is for having conversation! We can learn some grammar rules and vocabulary then practice conversation! Don't hesitate to contact me!

USD 13.00/trial
Available 13:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Marina.
5.0

13 Lessons

Marinaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

Speak Japanese with Confidence 🌱 Hello! Nice to meet you :) Are you studying Japanese but feel nervous about speaking? Do you worry about making mistakes or not knowing what to say? In my lessons, you don’t need to be perfect. This is a safe and relaxed space where you can try speaking Japanese at your own pace. I live in Japan now, but I used to live in the United States. This experience made me interested in different cultures around the world. I would love to hear about your country and where you live, too! 🗣 My lesson style: Friendly and patient conversation I speak slowly and clearly I support you when you can’t find words English support is available when needed I don’t interrupt too much — I want you to feel comfortable speaking 🌼 For you if you: Feel shy or not confident speaking Japanese Know some Japanese but can’t use it well in conversation Want to practice in a relaxed, no-pressure environment 🌿 What we do: Simple conversation based on easy topics I ask gentle questions to help you speak If you get stuck, I help you with words or sentences At the end, I give you a few useful corrections or phrases Let's enjoy Japanese!!

USD 7.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Nanami san.
5.0

62 Lessons

Nanami sanid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

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! 🚶

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Jin 진 ジン.
5.0

3,187 Lessons

Jin 진 ジンid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
·
Korean
Native
·Chinese (Mandarin)
·English
·Thai
+2

Comfortable and relaxed 🌱 Welcome Beginner Students! 🌸上課風格輕鬆愉快,親切溫柔,不用有壓力地學習。  開心地學習會幫助你更有效率的快速吸收!我們會有很多的互動活動來學習。 🌸不知道自己說的對還是錯?說錯也沒關係,盡量嘗試多說! 🌸第一次學習?!從正確的發音到會話都可以一起練習。 🌸不想學死版的?電視劇、歌曲等想學什麼都滿足你! 🌸上課會不斷地複習,溫故而知新。 學什麼語言都一定要很開心!我的興趣就是學語言,除了日文和中文以外,正在也學泰文與廣東話,因此有很多自學語言的經驗,我想分享給大家學語言的有效方法,讓你可以更有效率地學韓文和日文。你想學習的內容都可以和我討論,請你告訴我目前的程度與要求,我會根據你的需求為你定制課程。 ー 🌸明るくて楽しい雰囲気で勉強できるので、緊張しなくても大丈夫です!  授業中に積極的にコミュニケーションを取ります。  🌸間違うことを恐れずに自信を持って積極的に話しましょう! 🌸初めての方も大歓迎です。初級から高級までゆっくりやっていきましょう。 🌸韓国人が実際によく使う韓国語が学べます。 🌸頻繁に復習を行うので、学んだ内容が自然に身に付きます。 語学の勉強は楽しくないと続きません。私自身も外国語を学んでいるので、楽しくて効率の良い勉強方法を常に研究しています。それを皆さんにも共有できればなと思っています。皆さんが自信を持って韓国語が話せるよう私がサポートします!たくさん間違えても大丈夫ですので、どんどん話してくださいね!

USD 14.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Wilfredo Tarco Roca.
5.0

353 Lessons

Wilfredo Tarco Rocaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
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Quechua
Native
·Spanish
Native
+2

Tourist Guide in Spanish, Quechua and Japanese languages with more than 10 years of experience. Sé lo complicado que es aprender un nuevo idioma, ya que he estudiado el idioma Japonés, algo que fue completamente nuevo para mí ya que mis idiomas nativos son el Español y el Quechua. Actualmente tengo 10 años de experiencia en el sector turismo y 1 año de experiencia enseñando el Quechua, Español y Japonés de manera particular. Mi objetivo será guiarte para alcanzar más rápidamente tu meta de aprender y mejorar el idioma, siempre mediante un trato respetuoso y amable.

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ryunosuke Miyamoto.
Ryunosuke Miyamotoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+2

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. 😊

USD 12.00/trial
Available 06:45 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chihomi / ちほみ.
Chihomi / ちほみid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

English Support available :) Japanese for Beginners & Intermediate | Travel | JLPT | Conversation Hello! こんにちは! (konnichiwa!) I am a certified Japanese language teacher from Osaka, Japan. I have lived in Canada for many years, where I earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from Queen's University. I have experience teaching one-on-one Japanese lessons in both Japan and Canada. I can explain Japanese in English, so beginners can feel comfortable learning with me. 😊 🌸 My lessons ✅ Beginner & Intermediate Japanese ✅ Japanese for Travel ✅ JLPT preparation ✅ Conversation practice Whether you're learning Japanese for travel, work, study, or just for fun, I'll help you learn at your own pace. 📚 My teaching style I create lessons based on your goals and level. In my lessons, we practice speaking naturally, improve grammar step by step, build vocabulary and confidence, and learn practical Japanese that you can use in real life. I love meeting people from different cultures and creating a relaxed, friendly learning environment. I look forward to meeting you in my lesson :) こんにちは!大阪出身の、ちほみ です。 2016年からカナダのトロントに住んでいます。日本とカナダで、マンツーマンの日本語レッスンをした経験があります。英語でも説明できるので、日本語をはじめて勉強する人も安心してください😊 🌸 レッスン ✅ 初級・中級日本語 ✅ JLPTの対策 ✅ 会話レッスン 旅行、仕事、学校、趣味など、あなたの目的に合わせてレッスンをします。 📚 レッスンスタイル あなたの目標やレベルに合わせてレッスンをします。自然な会話の練習や文法の勉強をしながら、語彙(ことば)を増やし、すぐに使える日本語を学びます。 いろいろな国の人と話すことが好きで、リラックスして楽しく勉強するレッスンを大切にしています。みなさんとレッスンで会えることを楽しみにしています!😊

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

812 Lessons

Azumiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
Spanish
·English

★フリートーク/履歴書・ESのアドバイス/面接の練習(模擬面接)★ I’d like to help you with speaking and listening. If you just want to have a conversation, let’s talk about variety of things. If you’re a beginner, you can start learning greetings/Hiragana letters/simple words/simple sentences and so on. 少(すこ)しの英語(えいご)とスペイン語(ご)を使(つか)って助(たす)けることができます。 I can help you learn Japanese in English( little bit) and Spanish. puedo ayudarte a aprender japonés en inglés(un poco) y español. ----------------------------------------------------------------- ※会社員でもあるので会話を通じてビジネスメールの書き方や資料に関しても相談に乗れます。職務経歴書や履歴書の書き方、面接対策など。 Job interview preparation/ Resume support

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

101 Lessons

Namiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
Korean
+1

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。

Kids
USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sayumi.
5.0

3,225 Lessons

Sayumiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Let’s talk about something interesting in Japanese 🇯🇵🏯🌸 Thank you for visiting my page! 🌿🤍 こんにちは。さゆみです。 -Hi, I’m Sayumi. 日本のいなかに住んでいます。 -I live in countryside in Japan. 日本語教育の資格をもっています。 -I’m a qualified Japanese language teacher. 私は、新しい場所や人に出会う事が大好きです。 -I love to meet new people, new places. レッスンでは、楽しさと学びのバランスを大切にします。 -My classes prioritize a balance between fun and learning. 言語を学ぶことは文化を学ぶこと。 -To learn a language is to learn its culture. 日本語だけでなく、日本の文化や生活のニュアンスもシェアできればと思います。 -I also hope we can explore not only the Japanese language but also delve into the nuances of culture and daily life together. 使える日本語を勉強して、おもしろい話をたくさんしましょう🤗🤗 -Let’s study useful Japanese and talk about something interesting! 私は、楽しくてリラックスできる空気づくりが得意です。 -I’m good at creating a fun and relaxed atmosphere. 安心しておしゃべりできる時間の中で、自然に日本語を使えるようサポートします。 -I’ll support you in using Japanese naturally while enjoying relaxed and comfortable conversations. レッスンの内容はカウンセリングをして決めます。 -We will determine the lesson content through counseling. リクエストを教えてください。 -Please let me know what kind of lesson you want to take. 私たちのレッスンをつくりましょう。 -Let’s create our lessons together. リスケジュールは、24時間以上前にお願いします。 -Please reschedule at least 24 hours in advance. 24時間以内のキャンセルは50%、無断でレッスンをキャンセルした / 15分以上現れない場合、レッスンフィーを100%請求します。 -If you cancel the lesson within 24 hours, you will be charged 50%. If you cancel without notice or do not show up within 15 minutes, you will be charged 100%. システムの都合上、パッケージの場合、返金はできません。 -Due to system constraints, refunds are not available for package deals.

KidsTest PreparationBusiness
USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Haruki I.
5.0

198 Lessons

Haruki Iid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
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2年目のオンライン日本語教師👩🏻‍🏫 日本語教師2年目のはるきです! 趣味は、書道です!👧🏻 今は、オンラインの日本語教師や動画編集をしています。 休日はNetflixを観たり、美術館に行くのが楽しみです✨私は海外の文化や言語に興味があります🥺 【レッスンスタイル】 ・会話のレッスンを中心に、生徒さんの悩みや日本語の勉強法について話し合いながら一緒に学んでいきます(^_-)-☆宿題なし!教科書なし! 【現在の生徒の例】 ・週に1回45分のレッスンを受ける生徒 😊一番人気😊 →毎週同じ曜日の同じ時間に授業を予約し、授業を受けたい人向け。 📓日常会話や観光、日本文化や言葉を覚えるためのゲーム ・週に1回60分のレッスンを受ける生徒  →しっかりと日本語を学びたい生徒向け。 📓日常会話や観光、日本文化、最近のニュースなど ・月に一回1時間のレッスンを受ける生徒 上級者 →仕事が忙しいが、日本語は学び続けたい人向け。 📓日常会話や政治など I’m Haruki, a second-year Japanese teacher! My hobby is Japanese calligraphy 👧🏻 Currently, I work online as a Japanese teacher and video editor. On my days off, I enjoy watching Netflix, and visiting museums✨ I’m also interested in cultures and languages from around the world🥺 【Lesson Style】 ・My lessons mainly focus on conversation. We’ll also talk about any difficulties you have with Japanese and discuss effective ways to study together (^_-)-☆ ・No homework! No textbooks! 【Examples of My Current Students】 ・One 45-minute lesson per week 😊 Most Popular 😊 → students who want to book a lesson at the same time and on the same day every week. 📓Daily conversation, travel, Japanese culture, and games to help you learn new words ・One 1hour lesson per week →students who want to study Japanese more seriously. 📓Daily conversation, travel, Japanese culture, recent news, and more ・One 1hour lesson per month — Advanced level → students who are busy with work but still want to continue learning Japanese. 📓Daily conversation, travel, Japanese culture

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Feel free to discuss your preferred lesson time!🐈️レッスンの時間希望、受付けてます。 I’ve been working as a tutor from my high school days. I love to study with others and after I started working as a teacher, I was ALT for 2 years in elementary school & kindergarten. 高校生の時から学習塾でいろんな科目を教えていました。 社会人になってからは、ALTとして公立小学校の3、4年生に2年間教えに行きつつ、保育園にも英語の先生として教えに行きました。 私立小学校では英語の先生として1年生〜6年生を教えていました。

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What our Japanese students say

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  • 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.

  • Andreas

    Learning Japanese

    241 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 > 6200 Stunden - findet mal eine 5 Sterne Google-Bewertung mit über 6000 Bewertungen.

  • 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

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • Daniel Coleman

    Daniel Coleman

    Learning Japanese

    先生のおかげで、会話スキルが向上し、話す練習を通して自信をつけることができました。少しずつですが、毎日日本語が話せるようになっています。 また、先生の応援のおかげで、日本語能力試験N3レベルに合格できました!今まで寄り添って指導してくださり、本当にありがとうございました。 次はN2試験に向けて精一杯頑張ります!先生のN2文法のレッスンもとても楽しみにしています。これからもよろしくお願いします。

  • Jamie

    Jamie

    Learning Japanese

    I really had fun with Sensei’s listening skill challenge! It made me more aware of the areas where I still need to improve. I also really enjoy how Sensei discusses the latest news and current events, then teaches me how to express my thoughts naturally in Japanese. Overall, I always have a great time learning with Sensei. It’s not only helping me improve my Japanese, but also making the learning experience fun, practical, and engaging! 🇯🇵

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