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Learn Japanese with the teacher Sei.
5.0

5,699 Lessons

Seiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·English
·German
+1

Certified language teacher with 7 years of teaching experience. Fluent in Japanese&English&Chinese! I like working one-on-one with students because each lesson is different and dynamic. My lessons are always adapted to the students’ needs, such as building up the foundation for a new language, practicing daily, business conversation, or preparing for job interviews or presentations. After teaching more than a thousand lessons, I feel comfortable and confident to teach all levels, different learning styles and purposes. I’m native in Chinese and Japanese. I also speak English fluently, so I can use each language to teach. 大家好!我叫史茜玉。我在中国出生、在日本长大。我的母语是中文和日语、我也会说英语。所以我可以用这三种语言来上课。我的课会特别轻松愉快(^^)很期待在网上和大家见面!

USD 35.00/trial
Available 12:45 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Asami.
5.0

1,365 Lessons

Asamiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+2

Stop worrying about your Japanese! My English is not perfect either😂Let's learn and laugh together 🌼About me🌼 Live in: Akita🇯🇵 work: I support the temple administration (I live in a temple)⛩️ now study: Regional Japanese Language Education (Japanese language instruction for immigrants) Lessons: ■For beginners → textbooks, PDF, pictures, slide deck textbooks : GENKI (You don’t need to bring this. I’ll be sharing the slides during the class.) ■For intermediate, advanced → conversation, practice conjunctions and expressions … ■For Travelers → conversation practice for each situation ■For resident in Japan → practice Japanese for social participation, strategy Over 1000 lessons experience. I try to make you feel as relaxed as possible in my class. I speak slowly and clearly. Embarrassed that you don’t speak Japanese well?? Don’t worry! My English is not so good either 😂

USD 15.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ellie 〈Eri えり〉.
5.0

534 Lessons

Ellie 〈Eri えり〉id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

📚Confused by similar Japanese? I help you understand the difference clearly 💡Beginners ✨Start speaking from your very first lesson ✨I use illustrations to help you remember difficult vocabulary ✨Learn to read Japanese smoothly 💡Intermediate In my lessons, you will: ✨Speak in Japanese word order, not your native language (母国語ではなく、日本語の語順で話せるようになります) ✨Develop a natural feel for particles (助詞を自然に使えるようになります) ✨Connect sentences and speak with a natural flow (文と文をつなげて、自然な流れで話せるようになります) ✨Use natural responses and expressions (自然な相槌や言い回しができるようになります) ✨Understand and use nuance differences (ニュアンスの違いを理解し、使い分けができるようになります) ✨Gain confidence and enjoy speaking Japanese (自信を持って日本語を話せるようになります)

USD 8.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Tomoko ともこ.
Tomoko ともこid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

🌸明るく・楽しく・分かりやすく🌸きれいな発音とアクセントを教えます‼ レッスンは 楽(たの)しく! 間違え(まちがえ)てもOK♪ あなたの ペースで 日本語を 学(まな)ぶ 手伝い(てつだい)を させてくださいね。 Let’s enjoy lessons! People say I’m friendly and kind. Let me help you improve your Japanese at your own pace.

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

568 Lessons

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

東京在住、日本語講師。ビジネス会話から日常会話まで広く対応可能。 Let's Practice Conversation!! For who planning to travel to JAPAN For who planning to live in JAPAN For who planning to study in JAPAN For who want to know Japanese culture I offer conversation practice that suits your situation! Also I can help you improve your particular skills in listening, writing, reading, and speaking. I live in TOKYO.  I have many of local info (especially TOKYO) in the field of travel and gourmet food. For who thinking about traveling to Japan. I will also provide advice on travel plans and local spot recommendation during the lesson. Please feel free to ask. I also will show you introduction of real life matelial in Japan. Feel and touch japanese culture.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Minori Otomo.
5.0

7 Lessons

Minori Otomoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
·French
+1

🎖️ Professional Japanese teacher holding two certifications 🌏 Over 1,000 hours of online teaching Drawing on over 20 years of experience with Western luxury brands—where refined communication is paramount—I offer lessons in "living Japanese" that span the worlds of fashion, business, and culture. My classes are designed for those who want to go beyond mere language acquisition to master elegant expressions suited to any situation and conversational skills that truly resonate with others. What you will gain from my lessons: ✅ Dignified Japanese that builds trust in a business setting ✅ The ability to speak confidently during interviews and exams ✅ A rich vocabulary to discuss trends and culture ✅ The expressive skills to conduct yourself with sophistication while traveling With experience spanning over 20 countries and more than 1,000 lessons taught, I provide a fully customized curriculum tailored to your goals, guiding you toward your ideal Japanese proficiency via the most efficient path. Let’s start by envisioning your future together in a trial lesson. 欧米ラグジュアリーブランドで20年以上培った洗練されたコミュニケーション力を活かし、ファッション・ビジネス・カルチャーを横断する「生きた日本語」をご提供します。単なる語学習得ではなく、TPOに応じた美しい表現や、相手の心を動かす会話術を身につけたい方へ。 私のレッスンで得られるもの: ✅ビジネス現場で信頼される品格ある日本語 ✅面接や試験で自信を持って話せる力 ✅トレンドや文化を語れる豊かな語彙 ✅旅先でスマートに振る舞える表現力 20か国以上、1000レッスン以上の指導経験。あなたの目標に合わせた完全オーダーメイドのカリキュラムで、最短ルートで理想の日本語へ導きます。まずは体験レッスンで、あなたの未来を一緒に描きましょう。 #登録日本語教員 #420時間日本語教師養成講座修了

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher みお♪.
5.0

638 Lessons

みお♪id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

I am currently accepting one student! Hello everyone. My name is Mio. I live in Kobe in Japan. I was working as a professional Japanese language teacher in language school for years. My hobby is to travel around the world and I have already been to 35 countries so far. I was living in CA, US when I was in high school. I’m qualified to teach Japanese and I was working at Japanese language school for 5 years. Also I do online private lessons. I have been teaching 34 students and done more than 1050 lessons so far including Italki lessons. My students often said that I am diligent, cheerful and make a lot of effort every lesson. I have a lot of experience in teaching practical Japanese and JLPT. IF you take my lesson, I will make your own curriculum according to your goal and share it on google drive with you. In my lessons, I use a textbook called “ みんなの日本語ⅠⅡ beginners level “ which is a very popular textbook used by most of the language schools all over the world. If you don’t have this textbook I can teach you by PowerPoint instead. Also I can teach Kanji for JLPT! In my lesson, I’ll try not to use English because I think that speaking only Japanese is the best way to improve your Japanese skill. ( I can use English if you want!) I want to teach Japanese seriously to each person. I want to have only a few students because I need to spend a lot of time to prepare lessons. 6月中旬より、日本語の先生向けの相談レッスンも始めました☺

USD 10.00/trial
Available 22:45 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Eve Eve.
5.0

730 Lessons

Eve Eveid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

I’ve taught English at a Japanese cram school for junior and senior high school students for 2 years, and worked in childcare where I encouraged young learners to use English in daily activities. I also volunteered to teach English at a local kindergarten. These experiences taught me how to be patient, adaptable, and creative in my teaching — skills that are just as important for adult learners as for children. Combined with my nursing background, I’m good at listening carefully and making students feel comfortable and supported. My goal is to create a relaxed space where you can speak freely, make mistakes, and learn natural, everyday Japanese without feeling pressured.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 13:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Takeo.
5.0

49 Lessons

Takeoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Real Japanese for Life in Japan | Native + 11 Years Abroad “An inch of movement is better than a mile of intentions.” Language learning is the same. Speaking a little today, even imperfectly, will take you further than waiting until you feel ready. Survive Japan with Real Japanese Conversation 💪🏼😎 Hi, I’m Takeo from Osaka. I recently returned to Japan after spending about 11 years abroad, mostly in Australia. I learned that communication is not only about knowing the right words. You also need to understand the culture, the mood and what is often left unsaid. My lessons focus on Japanese you can actually use in daily life, work, friendships and dating. What You Can Learn • Natural phrases Japanese people actually use • Polite Japanese that does not sound too formal • How to keep a conversation going • How to express your personality • Indirect answers and hidden meanings • Natural Osaka expressions and culture I will correct unnatural expressions and explain how your words sound to Japanese people. Each lesson is adjusted to your level, interests and goals. You do not need perfect Japanese. Make mistakes, ask questions and speak as much as possible. Let’s build your confidence together! 【日本語】 「何もしないまま遠くを目指すより、わずかでも一歩進むほうがいい」 言語の習得も同じです。完璧になるのを待つより、今日少しでも話すことが上達につながります。 大阪出身のタケオです。オーストラリアを中心に、海外で約11年間生活した後、日本へ帰国しました。 私のレッスンでは、日本での生活、仕事、友人関係、恋愛など、実際の場面で使う自然な日本語を練習します。 文法を直すだけではなく、その表現が日本人にどう聞こえるのか、同じ場面で日本人ならどう話すのかも説明します。 完璧な日本語は必要ありません。たくさん話し、間違えながら、自分の言葉で伝える自信を一緒に育てましょう!

USD 8.00/trial
Available 02:45 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mari Suzuki.
5.0

937 Lessons

Mari Suzukiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
·Spanish

私は教えない。I don't teach you. I'm a guide, trainer, and counselor of all the autodidacts. I am no longer a teacher who only teaches. I am a guide, a trainer, and a counselor of all the autodidacts. I try to get the most out of my learners and give them back what they need. Also, I don't think it is enough to just present the learning items. I want to support them in the process of learning as well. It is my greatest pleasure to see the results of our work together. 教えるだけの先生は卒業しました。私は独学者のガイドであり、トレーナーでもあり、カウンセラーでもあります。学習者から最大限引き出し、必要なものを加えて返していくよう心がけています。また、学習項目を提示するだけでは十分だと思いません。覚える過程も含めてサポートしていきたいです。そしてその成果を、双方で確認することを至上の喜びと感じています。

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Aina.
Ainaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

Practical Japanese for Real Life 🌸 Conversation, Travel & Keigo🇯🇵 🌸 Hi, I’m Aina! I’m a native Japanese speaker from Japan, currently living in the U.S. 🇯🇵🇺🇸 I have around 10 years of experience in customer service and sales, including working for a luxury brand. Through these experiences, I’ve learned how to communicate with people of different ages and backgrounds, as well as the importance of polite Japanese, keigo, and choosing the right words for each situation. I also have experience teaching English online to children, so I enjoy creating a friendly and comfortable learning environment. I’ve lived in both the U.S. and Canada, and I love traveling in Japan and abroad. Meeting people from different countries has made me passionate about languages and cross-cultural communication. 💬 In my lessons, we can focus on: 🗣️ Everyday conversation and speaking confidence 🌱 Natural Japanese and expressions people actually use 🎌 Polite Japanese and keigo for work or formal situations ✈️ Japanese for travel 📚 Beginner Japanese 💬 Free conversation based on your interests Whether you want to travel to Japan, make Japanese friends, use Japanese at work, or simply enjoy learning the language, I’ll tailor our lessons to your goals. You don’t need to speak perfect Japanese! Mistakes are part of learning, and I want you to feel comfortable speaking from day one. Let’s learn Japanese and have fun together! 🌸

USD 10.00/trial
Available 15:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Naru.
5.0

6 Lessons

Naruid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+2

Friendly and patient conversation practice! Let's enjoy chatting! (Beginners welcome 😊) Hello! My name is Naru. Welcome! 😊👋 🔰 Total beginners are very welcome! 🔰 Are you looking for a patient, friendly partner to practice your Japanese? 🇯🇵✨ In my lessons, you can practice speaking in a relaxed environment without worrying about making mistakes. 👍❤️ 🎓 Qualified Japanese Teacher I am a certified Japanese language teacher with teaching experience online. I also have a corporate background in Human Resources and trade affairs 💼📈. I love hiking 🥾🏔️ and traveling ✈️🌍! Whether you want to enjoy everyday casual conversation or practice business Japanese, I am here to help you! 🌟 [My Lesson Style] ☕ Casual: Talk about daily life, hobbies, culture, or travel. 💼 Business & Topics: Practice polite Japanese for work, or discuss recent news. 🤝 Support: I will listen carefully and support you at your own pace. Let's enjoy chatting and build your confidence! 🗺️💬 I look forward to seeing you! 😍 【日本語】 みなさん、こんにちは!ナルです。見てくださり、ありがとうございます。🥰🌸 「リラックスして日本語を話す練習がしたい」「間違えを気にせずたくさん喋りたい」という方は、ぜひ私のクラスへお越しください!🙌 🎓 有資格のプロ日本語講師 日本語教師の資格を持つプロ講師です。 企業の人事や貿易事務の経験もあり💼、山登り🥾🏔️と旅行✈️🌍が大好きです! 日常の楽しいフリートークから、ビジネス日本語の練習まで、あなたの目標に合わせてサポートします。✨ 【レッスンの特徴】 ・☕ カジュアル会話: 趣味、旅行、日常生活など楽しくお話ししましょう。 ・💼 ビジネス&トピック: 仕事で使う表現や、ニュースについて話します。 ・🤝 安心のサポート: 一人ひとりのペースに合わせて、じっくり丁寧に耳を傾けます。 生きた日本語をたくさん練習しましょう。お会いできるのを楽しみにしています!🌈✨

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Neo.
Neoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

教育と心理のプロが教える、本気で学ぶ日本語&JLPT🤝私のプロフィールを見てね💑 【私のレッスンの魅力!】 💡こちらで教材はすべて提供します。あなたは何も用意する必要はありません。 💬 英語対応もOK! 効果的に英語を使い日本語を学ぶ方法を使います。 🌍ナチュラル・アプローチという教授法を使用します。 🎯 学習目標に合わせたレッスン設計(シラバス構築)と、親身なサポートをします🤝 🗣️日本への移住や就職、転職、ビザ・在留資格の相談やキャリアカウンセリングもできます📄 【こんな人にオススメ!】 📕 絶対にJLPTに合格したい方(書籍と模擬試験提供) ✏️ 日本語学習を始めたばかりの方 🧑‍💼 日本での仕事やビジネスシーンで使える日本語を学びたい方。敬語の使い分け(丁寧語・尊敬語・謙譲語)など、現場で使える日本語のトレーニングが得意です。 🤝日本での生活サポートを受けたい方 🗣️ 転職・就職面接の練習やキャリア相談をしたい方 ✨日本語での文章や論文作成のサポートを受けたい方 💬心理カウンセリングを併用して受けたい方 🤝日本の大学を目指している方

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

1,385 Lessons

Shinid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Get free lesson!I’m also studying English,so I know exactly how it feels to struggle, lose motivation, or feel frustrated when learning a new language. That’s why my goal is to create fun, stress-free Japanese lessons so you can spprocess. I’m patient, supportive, and will adapt each lesson to your needs. 僕自身も英語を勉強してますので、他の言語を身につける事の大変さや難しさはよくわかります。みんなと同じように勉強に疲れたり、嫌になる時もあります。なので僕と話している間はお互い「楽しくeak with confidence while enjoying the 」過ごせる時間を作っていきます。

USD 5.00/trial
Available 16:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Junko.
4.8

37 Lessons

Junkoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

🌱初心者・旅行会話歓迎!資格あり講師と楽しく学ぶ日本語レッスン💛 子ども指導2年以上 こんにちは、じゅんこです😊 初めて日本語を学ぶ方も大歓迎! 初心者の方が「話せた!」と実感できる、わかりやすく楽しいレッスンを行っています。 私は、子ども向け・大人向けの日本語教師資格を持つ日本語教師です。一人ひとりのレベルや目標に合わせて、安心して学べるレッスンを心がけています。 レッスンでは、ジェスチャーや簡単な英語も交えながら、わかりやすく丁寧に説明します。日本語が初めての方でも安心してご参加ください。 🌸 こんな方におすすめです!🌸 🐣日本語をゼロから勉強したい方 ✈️日本旅行で日本語を話したい方 📙日本に留学したい方 👔日本で仕事をしたい方 😃日本人と楽しく会話したい方 あなたの目標に合わせて、楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう! まずはトライアルレッスンで、あなたの日本語のレベルや目標を教えてください。 一緒にあなたに合った勉強方法を考えましょう🍀 皆さんとレッスンでお会いできることを楽しみにしています😊 🙏 レッスン準備の都合上、2日前までにご予約いただけますと幸いです。

Kids
USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Moeko 🇯🇵.
5.0

1,121 Lessons

Moeko 🇯🇵id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+2

Want to actually speak REAL Japanese? 🇯🇵🗣️ From “I’m studying Japanese” to “I CAN SPEAK Japanese.” Perfect for beginners who want to learn step by step and have real conversations. Perfect for you if... ✓ You want to speak Japanese but don’t know where to start. ✓ You’ve tried studying on your own, but find it hard to stay consistent. ✓ You know some grammar and vocabulary, but struggle to use them in conversation. ✓ You want to know REAL Japanese, not text book phrases. ✓ You want opportunities to speak Japanese. ✓ You will come to Japan and need to learn conversation for trip. --- What you’ll get from my lessons ✅ Be able to express yourself Learn to talk about yourself, share your thoughts, ask questions, and express what you want to say in Japanese. ✅ Be able to have real conversations Go beyond textbook Japanese and learn how people actually speak. We’ll practice real-life conversations. Always focus on how people actually speak in Japanese. ✅ Always know what to learn next I’ll guide you step by step, so you don’t have to figure out what to study or where to start on your own. Also I give you homework after each lesson. ✅ Be able to use Japanese while traveling in Japan Order food, ask for directions, check into hotels, go shopping, and have simple conversations with Japanese people. -Cancellation Policy- Changes or refunds requested by the student cannot be accepted within 24 hours of the scheduled lesson. If the lesson is canceled by the teacher, a full refund will be provided.

Kids
USD 10.00/Hour
Available 09:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chie 📚🗣️📋.
5.0

3,556 Lessons

Chie 📚🗣️📋id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+2

🍀500+ reviews and a high retention rate | JLPT specialist 🔍 Do you find studying grammar boring? Are you planning to pass the JLPT in the future? Let’s achieve your goals while having fun studying together! In my introduction video, you can see my teaching style, and in the reviews, you can get a feel for the atmosphere of my lessons. I look forward to your booking! 🔍文法(ぶんぽう)の勉強(べんきょう)がつまらないと思っている人。将来(しょうらい)、JLPTに合格(ごうかく)したいと考えている人。楽(たの)しく勉強しながら、目標(もくひょう)を達成(たっせい)しましょう!自己紹介(じこしょうかい)ビデオでは、私の教(おし)え方(かた)、生徒(せいと)さんからのレビューではレッスンの雰囲気(ふんいき)を知(し)ることができます。皆(みな)さんの予約(よやく)をお待(ま)ちしています。 👑 10+ years teaching Japanese 🏫 1,000+ students in classroom 🏫 8+ years with int'l students 🔨 1+ year with technical interns 🏦 10+ years in finance 🦌 Based in Nara, Japan 🦷 Terrified of going to the dentist 🍄 Love all mushrooms... except shiitake! [Important Notes ] To guarantee high-quality lessons, I limit my classes to a maximum of 4 students per day. Once the daily limit is reached, the time slots will be closed. Please note that all lessons are conducted via ZOOM. 高品質なレッスンを保証するため、1日のレッスンは4人までです。定員になったら、タイムスロットを閉じます。レッスンはZOOMを使います。

BusinessTest Preparation
USD 18.00/trial
Available 06:45 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Iuliia Lalaeva.
5.0

9 Lessons

Iuliia Lalaevaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
·
Russian
Native
·English

💮 Trust Your Japanese with Iuliia-sensei ニャッ(ฅ•ω•ฅ)♡ みんなさん、こんにちは!🤩 Меня зовут Юлия Лалаева, и я уже много лет увлекаюсь японским языком и культурой Японии. Японский язык был моей основной специальностью в университете, а недавно я окончила Академию востоковедения по специальности «Преподавание японского языка в образовательных учреждениях». На своих уроках я уделяю особое внимание разговорной практике, помогая студентам использовать японский язык естественно и уверенно. Также я преподаю другие важные аспекты языка, включая грамматику, лексику, чтение и кандзи. Я всегда стараюсь создавать уроки, соответствующие целям и интересам моих учеников. My name is Iuliia Lalaeva, and I have been passionate about the Japanese language and culture for many years. Japanese was my main subject at university, and I recently graduated from the Academy of Oriental Studies with a major in “Teaching Japanese in Educational Institutions.” In my lessons, I focus especially on speaking practice to help students use Japanese naturally and confidently. I also cover other essential language skills, including grammar, vocabulary, reading, and kanji. I always try to create lessons that match my students’ goals and interests. ぜひ私の授業へお越しください!お会いできるのを楽しみにしています。

USD 7.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ken.
5.0

4,807 Lessons

Kenid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+2

Want to practice Japanese with someone easy to talk to? I'd love to chat with you! わたしは、ていねいなフォーマルスタイルと、カジュアルなインフォーマルスタイルの日本語を話すことができます。東京や名古屋で生活していたことがあるので、日本のマナーや文化についても知っています。「あきたべん」というほうげんをつかって、話すこともできます。 わたしは、話したり、聞いたりすることが好きなので、ずっと話しつづけることができます。 I can speak both formal and informal Japanese.I have lived and worked in Tokyo and Nagoya, so I know about Japanese manners and culture. I can also speak using a dialect called "Akita-ben”. I like to talk and listen, so I can talk all the time.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher 🌸Nika24 Speakingの先生🌸.
5.0

171 Lessons

🌸Nika24 Speakingの先生🌸id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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40 MY ORIGINAL CONVERSATION TOPICS ❘ Speak REAL Japanese 🇯🇵 🗣️ Speak Natural Japanese — Not Textbook Japanese I help A2+ learners speak more naturally and confidently. If you can understand Japanese but struggle to speak… → This lesson is for you. 🔥 Most Popular Lesson 40 Real-Life Conversation Topics(B1+) Choose 1 topic → Prepare → Speak more 😊 ✔ I send personalized questions before the lesson ✔ You come prepared → more speaking time ✔ No awkward silence ✔ I correct your mistakes in real time 🎯 After this lesson, you will: ・Speak more smoothly ・Use natural expressions ・Gain confidence in real conversations 💡 My teaching style ✔ Practical communication (not textbook Japanese) ✔ Personalized questions based on your level ✔ Immediate feedback during the lesson 👨‍🏫 About me I worked at a vocational school for international students in Japan (No.1 employment rate). My role was to improve students’ conversation skills, and I developed original speaking lessons. 🌱 For A2 learners I also offer simple conversation lessons for A2 learners who want to start speaking step by step. Let’s enjoy real Japanese conversation together 🚀

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What our Japanese students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 2,309,948 customer reviews

  • 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。

  • Lara Becerra (ララ)

    Lara Becerra (ララ)

    Learning Japanese

    Another great lesson with ゆきえさん! I recently started taking group Japanese classes at a university in addition to my lessons with her. Taking both has made me appreciate even more how much I enjoy my lessons with her! She does an amazing job personalizing each lesson to my level, interests, and needs, and I always feel comfortable practicing and speaking with her. I’m really enjoying learning Japanese with her and seeing my progress! ありがとうございます!

  • 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! 🇯🇵

  • Rachel

    Rachel

    Learning Japanese

    Chieko Sensei is fantastic at teaching students who are preparing for the JLPT. She has great understanding of the exam structure and does an excellent job of analysing and breaking down the different question types. She also provides useful tips and strategies to help tackle each type of question more effectively. She goes further by identifying and explaining the different types of comprehension and listening questions that may appear in the exam. Her expertise and extensive knowledge of the JLPT have given me the confidence when approaching the questions. Aside from exam prep, she also takes time at the beginning of each lesson to catch up with me, which is really helpful in improving my conversational skills. Whenever we go through a passage, she asks me questions and encourages me to explain my thoughts and understanding. This not only helps to strengthen my comprehension but also gives me more opportunities to practise speaking.

  • Andrew

    Learning Japanese

    Natsumi is a truly exceptional teacher. I've taken around 20 lessons with her at this point, and they have been worth every penny. There's the fact that you learn tons of new vocabulary and grammar. But more importantly, Natsumi has the right attitude. She is supportive and easy to talk to — but at the same time, willing and able to push you to try out expressions, structures, and topics you otherwise wouldn't do on your own. TLDR: if you're reading this, you're wasting time. Book a lesson with Natsumi now, and never look back.

  • Carly Calvert

    Learning Japanese

    Yoko sensei is a wonderful teacher whom I would recommend to anyone of any level. She is cheerful, very well-organized, and extremely encouraging. Yoko sensei is clearly very experienced, and uses cards/props to prompt you and convey meaning without interrupting the flow of conversation when I am trying to speak. She speaks fluent English so can help me when I get stuck, but does not let the conversation lapse into English, so I am pushed to keep trying in Japanese. Yoko sensei sends summaries of our key vocabulary from the lesson in a clear and helpful format after we have finished. A fantastic teacher who will help you with whatever your goals are in your Japanese learning journey.

  • Beth

    Beth

    Learning Japanese

    Another great lesson with Ruri-san! She always has a plan worked out, gives plenty of constructive speaking opportunity and gives homework to consolidate the grammar. She's always friendly, encouraging and supportive, and incredibly patient when my words fail me. 10/10 lesson.

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