Hello, I’m Makiko 🌸
A native Japanese tutor guiding absolute beginners step by step — gently and clearly. 🌱
🩵 Genki Course (long-term): build grammar and conversation with structure and care.
💛 Fun & Easy Course (short-term): learn practical phrases and start speaking right away, even without reading hiragana.
My lessons are calm, friendly, and supportive — focused on speaking and output, not just grammar.
Mistakes are always welcome; they are part of natural growth. 🌿
Let’s plant the seeds of speaking together and enjoy watching your Japanese bloom. 🌸
Mes créations
Moi en tant que professeur
I teach absolute beginners and early learners who want to speak Japanese with confidence. 🌿
My lessons are gentle, supportive, and step-by-step — perfect if you’re starting from zero.
You can choose your style:
🩵 Genki Course (long-term): structured grammar and conversation practice.
💛 Fun & Easy Course (short-term): practical phrases to start speaking right away, even without reading hiragana.
I use simple English for clear explanations and plenty of time for speaking and repetition.
Let’s take a calm first step together and grow your Japanese naturally. 🌸
Mes leçons et ma méthode d'enseignement
My lessons are structured but warm — giving you time to speak, think, and grow with confidence. 🌸
🩵 Genki Course (long-term): step-by-step grammar and conversation practice using Genki I (3rd Edition).
💛 Fun & Easy Course (short-term): phrase-based lessons from Nihongo Fun & Easy for those who want to start speaking right away.
We move naturally from knowing → saying → speaking, using clear examples and repetition. 🌱
Mistakes are always welcome — they are signs of progress.
In a calm and friendly space, you can relax and enjoy learning Japanese at your own pace. 🌿
Mes ressources d'enseignement
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Documents texte
Devoirs
Expérience d'enseignement
2012 - 2022
Home TeacherECC junior (home teacher) - Japon
Formation
2000 - 2002
Autre - Travel and ToursimAlgonquin College
5.0
Évaluation
7
Élèves
38
Leçons
97%
Assiduité
100%
Réponse
5.0
Évaluation
7
Élèves
38
Leçons
97%
Assiduité
100%
Réponse
Leçons (Japonais)
Leçon d'essai
3 leçons terminées
USD 10.00+
Step-by-Step Japanese for Beginners 🌸 Build Your Foundation with GENKI I
A1 - A2Pratique de la conversation34 leçons terminées
USD 11.00+
Forfait avec 5% de réduction
Gentle Japanese Talk Time 🌸 – あんしんして はなせる ひととき
A2 - B1Pratique de la conversation0 leçons terminées
USD 7.00+
Forfait avec 5% de réduction
🌸 “From Knowing to Using” — Gentle Japanese for Absolute Beginners
A1Pratique de la conversation0 leçons terminées
USD 11.50+
Forfait avec 5% de réduction
Disponibilité
Selon ton fuseau horaire (UTC+00:00)
Mes créations
Quiz (1)
17 avis
Jana K.
11 leçons en Japonais
Leaving for holiday in Japan in a couple days and thanks to Maki-san I am prepared to communicate in everyday situations! After a dozen lessons I think I will be able to confidently shop, order food and ask directions in Japanese! Thank you Maki-san and let's continue my studies in December. :)
13 nov. 2025
Jana K.
11 leçons en Japonais
Another great lesson with Maki-san! Each time we learn some new vocabulary and grammar and practice speaking. The atmosphere is always fun and relaxed, Maki-san is a patient teacher. Reviewing and self-study is very important though if you really want to move forward with your Japanese, so I've also taken up some homework from Maki-san as well. Sometimes I make a few sentences using the grammar we learned in the previous lesson, or I learn couple dozen new words which Maki-san quizzes me on the next time we meet. This has worked very well for me. Thank you very much and let's continue! 🤩
16 oct. 2025
Tian Chen
1 leçon en Japonais
とても優しく教えてくれてありがとうございます! I really enjoyed the lesson.
8 oct. 2025
Tatsiana
14 leçons en Japonais
It is so much joy learning the Japanese language with Makiko san. Always looking forward to our next chat and language learning. どうもありがとうございます!!!!
10 nov. 2025
Tatsiana
14 leçons en Japonais
It is amazing how quickly you learn Japanese language with Makiko san. Even so the grammar can be difficult, but it is never difficult with Makiko san. Thank you for your kind guidance!!!
13 oct. 2025
Jana K.
11 leçons en Japonais
After three lessons with Maki-san I've already made considerable progress! I'm not so shy to speak and much more motivated to study as I see myself getting better every day! Naturally, if you don't study/do homework, you won't be going forward very fast, but if you're dedicated, Maki-san can help you build grammar and vocabulary in order for you to be able to communicate in Japanese from the very beginning. Thank you for another great lesson, Maki-san! 🤩
2 oct. 2025
Leçon d'essai
USD 10.00
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