Hello! I’m Hide, a native Japanese teacher born and raised in Tokyo.
【Practical Business Japanese taught by a finance professional】
With over 35 years of experience in banking and finance, I teach practical skills not found in textbooks—such as phrases you can use in meetings and tips for reporting to your boss. I also explain the unspoken rules of Japanese companies.
【Turning multicultural experience and language-learning struggles into your growth】
Having lived in Brazil, Belgium, and Thailand, I’ve personally felt the frustration of not being able to communicate well. Using my own challenges, I help speed up your Japanese progress through empathy and clear, practical solutions.
Ik als leerkracht
I’m a certified native Japanese teacher. In 2024, Japan introduced a new national certification called the Nationally Registered Japanese Language Teacher, and I’m proud to have earned this qualification.
Teaching Japanese language and culture is my passion, and I’d be happy to support you in every step of your learning journey.
I strive to make each lesson enjoyable and meaningful, so you can truly have fun while learning Japanese.
If you make mistakes or can’t find the right words or expressions, don’t worry—I’m here to help!
Mijn lessen en manier van lesgeven
I primarily use Japanese in my lessons to help you build real communication skills.
But don’t worry—I also use English when needed, especially if you’re new to learning Japanese.
My goal is to get you speaking Japanese as much as possible, right from the start, so you can gain confidence and improve quickly.