Riko is the perfect Japanese teacher! Her Japanese is very clear and easy to understand, and her English level is practically native. She makes learning easy with clear, understandable explanations. I searched the listings of italki tutors extensively before picking Riko, and I couldn't be happier with my choice. For your sake, please give her a try! She is the hidden gem of italki!

Riko-Sensei is an exceptional Japanese teacher whose passion for language and patient teaching style make learning both engaging and effective. She explains concepts clearly, adapts lessons to fit your pace, and always encourages consistent progress. Her warm and friendly demeanor creates a comfortable learning environment where it’s easy to ask questions and practice without fear of making mistakes. Since starting lessons with her, I’ve noticed a real improvement in my comprehension, confidence, and speaking ability. I highly recommend Riko-Sensei to anyone serious about learning Japanese.

I highly recommend Riko-sensei to anyone who wants to improve their Japanese! I really appreciate the way she helps me so much with speaking. She teaches me many new words and expressions, and she is very patient with me even though I’m not very good at having conversations in Japanese. Little by little, her lessons are helping me become more confident and comfortable when speaking, and I can feel myself gradually progressing. I’m very grateful for her support and guidance.

Riko-san is everything you want and need for a professor. Giving advice, is patient, making materials on demand. Also always in a good mood so it is easy to feel good during the lessons.

りこさん is truly an incredible Japanese tutor. Today I completed my 20th lesson marking the end of my package, however I 100% will be booking more lessons as I feel they have been incredibly useful! I’ve been working with Riko for around 3-4 months now and in that time my Japanese skills have improved dramatically. I honestly cannot thank Riko enough for how incredibly helpful she has been, and I promise you that you will not regret your decision in picking her to be your tutor!

Riko sensei is always really encouraging and patient. We talked about my weekend and she could give me the space to try and make mistakes while I tried to explain what I did with my friends, where I went, or how I felt. She is a really earnest person and whenever we have lessons I feel that she is really caring about her students and sharing her positivity. I hope that anyone who has lessons with Riko sensei can have lots of fun talking while improving their Japanese. Thank you for your support sensei!