Greetings. I am Tom, a nationally registered Japanese language teacher from Japan. With over 15 years of professional experience spanning both the IT sector and educational institutions, I specialize in teaching practical Japanese with a wide range of knowledge in grammar and Japanese culture.
Please access to my educational YouTube channel 'nihongo Tom' (https://www.youtube.com/@nihongo_tom/videos)
My interests :
Studying Japanese history, reading both Japanese and world literature, visiting shrines and temples (collecting Goshuin stamps in booklet), playing guitar (flamenco), watching animes, running, travel, and learning foreign languages, etc.
Mijn creaties
Ik als leerkracht
I have taught students from different countries for more than 3,500 lessons on italki as well as one-on-one lessons for business persons working in Japan. My teaching philosophy centers on helping students consolidate solid foundations and improving your Japanese skills in a way that aligns as closely as possible with your interests. Through consultation, I suggest a suitable textbook to tailor to individual goals, considering each student's learning style.
<Certification>
・Nationally Registered Japanese Language Teacher (Mar. 2025)
・Passed Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test (Dec. 2020)
・Completed 420 hour Japanese Teacher's Course (Mar. 2020)
Mijn lessen en manier van lesgeven
Practice makes perfect. Don't be afraid of making mistakes. It's part of learning. Let's enjoy the process!!
If you want me to point out areas for improvement, this is the place for you. I am a coach who wants to help students improve their Japanese. I will point out grammatical errors and pronunciation as necessary.
We use Google Meet in lessons (G-mail account is required).
Also we can share Google Doc to take notes for corrections about grammar or words.
Cancellation/Reschedule policy: my policy reflects the italki restriction. Rescheduling lessons must be completed on the system at least 24 hours before their start time.
Mijn lesmateriaal
PDF-bestand
Audiobestanden
Flashcards
Artikelen en nieuws
Huiswerkopdrachten
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Beoordeling
311
Studenten
3,939
Lessen
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Aanwezigheid
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Beantwoord
5.0
Beoordeling
311
Studenten
3939
Lessen
100%
Aanwezigheid
100%
Beantwoord
Japans lessen
Proefles
172 lessen voltooid
USD 15.00+
Conversational Practice
A1 - C2Conversatie oefenen1,107 lessen voltooid
USD 18.50+
Reading Lesson
A2 - C2Algemeen392 lessen voltooid
USD 24.50+
Pakket met 5% korting
Textbook / customized Lesson (Please choose one from the following courses)
A1 - C2Algemeen1,827 lessen voltooid
USD 24.50+
Pakket met 5% korting
Let's start Japanese with "TOBIRA BEGINNING JAPANESE Ⅰ&Ⅱ(初級日本語 とびら)" for introductory and beginner levels
A1 - C2Algemeen397 lessen voltooid
USD 24.50+
Pakket met 5% korting
Let's start Japanese with "New System Japanese" for introductory and beginner levels
I have an incomplete pool of knowledge that needs polish and structure, I have a solid game plan now after just a trial lesson! Im excited to improve and return for more
31 jan. 2026
Riku Tamura
66 Japans lessen
いつもありがとうございます
25 dec. 2025
MillerKathleen
11 Japans lessen
Tom sensei is very patient! It's obvious he's a clever teacher.
6 feb. 2026
MillerKathleen
11 Japans lessen
Tom is very focused on pronounciation and learning in the correct way without short-cuts. I like his methods very much and I think he's an amazing teacher.