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.
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Ik als leerkracht
I have taught students from different countries for more than 4,000 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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Studenten
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100%
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Proefles
173 lessen voltooid
USD 16.00+
Conversational Practice
A1 - C2Conversatie oefenen1,114 lessen voltooid
USD 18.50+
Reading Lesson
A2 - C2Algemeen396 lessen voltooid
USD 25.00+
Pakket met 5% korting
Textbook / customized Lesson (Please choose one from the following courses)
A1 - C2Algemeen1,869 lessen voltooid
USD 25.00+
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 - C2Algemeen413 lessen voltooid
USD 25.00+
Pakket met 5% korting
Let's start Japanese with "New System Japanese" for introductory and beginner levels
A1 - A2Algemeen43 lessen voltooid
USD 25.00+
Pakket met 5% korting
Beschikbaarheid
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Vocabulary (2)
Quiz (25)
548 Beoordelingen
MillerKathleen
16 Japans lessen
Tom is an skilled and clever teacher. I have utmost faith in him. Moving on to the text book now!
I am eight lessons in now, and things I thought would never make sense I find myself understanding. I wish I started doing this sooner, I have high hopes for where i'll be months from now!
25 mrt. 2026
Jared Morrison
9 Japans lessen
I've had a few lessons with Tom and have really enjoyed them! He's very patient and explains things well.
25 feb. 2026
MillerKathleen
16 Japans lessen
Tom sensei is very patient! It's obvious he's a clever teacher.