Aya

I realized one big reason why Aya-sensei’s lessons are so fun: the topics we discuss from Japanese news are always modern and relevant. For example, it’s refreshing to learn uniquely Japanese words like 「孤独死」 and 「推し活. These are expressions I would never come across in a textbook or a traditional classroom setting. Taking classes with Aya-sensei really helps me sound more natural and native when I chat with my Japanese friends. あや先生のレッスンが楽しいのは、やっぱり話題がいつも今っぽくて面白いからだと思います。例えば「孤独死」とか「推し活」みたいな言葉、普通の教科書ではまず出てこないし、すごく新鮮です。あや先生と一緒に勉強すると、日本人の友達と雑談するときにも自然に話せるようになってきてる気がします✨

Aya is helpful, fun, friendly and in tune with where you're at in understanding a concept. She is organized and has an effective plan to help you improve!

Aya san is kind, personable and fun to work with!

It’s always fun taking lessons with Aya-sensei because she speaks like a friend. I’m currently moving out of Japan, so our lessons, mainly based on Japanese newspaper articles, feel especially relevant. Studying current affairs makes my Japanese learning come alive and feel much more relatable.

I had another wonderful lesson with Aya sensei. The material she offered is geared toward regular day to day conversations.

Aya san was awesome!!! She has a plan with interactive materials and works to get to know you and support your specific goals.