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Learn Japanese with the teacher Sachi.
5.0

2,169 Lessons

Sachiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

I'm a professional commentator. I'll change your pronunciation dramatically if you need. Hello, everyone! I'm Sachi. I'm a native Japanese speaker who was born and raised in Saitama prefecture. When I turned 18, I moved to Nagano prefecture, where I went to college. I worked for HONDA motor company for 2 years. Then I started my career as a sports commentator & a speaking strategist. Since I have a lot of professional speaking experience, I can give you a lot of specific tips on Japanese pronunciation, such as how to position your tongue properly when you speak Japanese. As for many hobbies, I love traveling overseas, and during my free time, I like to go on walks and watch sports. Let's enjoy studying with me!! I have taught a lot of language and pronunciation lessons for beginning students, pageant contestants, and all sorts of other students, both as a professional commentator and as a speaking trainer. With my experience, I'm confident I can teach you to explain your opinions to someone, how to use improve your pronunciation, and how to speak Japanese more fluently. 私はアナウンサー、スピーキングトレーナーとして、沢山の日本語トレーニング経験があります。 どのように自分の意見を伝えるか、スムーズに話すにはどうしたらいいか。 私は間違いなくたくさんの素晴らしい経験と日本語のスキルをあなたに伝えることができるでしょう。 ※Sorry, I don't have a class for children. ◆Improve your pronunciation ◆Focus on your grammar in the free conversation ◆Free conversation ◆Discussion which is based on the web site or any topics ◆Focus on your purpose and so on ⚠️ For last-minute cancellations( less than 2 h in advance),regardless of the reason, the full lesson fee will be charged.

USD 7.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher のぞみ NOZOMI.
5.0

5,057 Lessons

のぞみ NOZOMIid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Chinese (Mandarin)

日本語を話そう!Speak Japanese! JLPTは絶対合格! Guaranteed Pass! 日本語を楽しもう! Enjoy Japanese! 🍀 Lessons tailored to YOU Every student has a different goal: speaking Japanese, passing the JLPT, working in Japan, talking with family, or traveling. I tailor each lesson to your level and goals. 🌱 Beginners Learn Japanese step by step with my original materials, based on a structured curriculum similar to 『みんなの日本語』 and GENKI My goal is not only to teach grammar, but to help you use what you learn and SPEAK Japanese. 📚 中級の日本語 / Intermediate Japanese 日本語学校のように、文法・ことば・読む・書く・聞く・話すをバランスよく勉強します。 『中級へ行こう』『中級を学ぼう(前期)』『中級を学ぼう(中期)』などのテキストやオリジナル教材を使います。 レベルや目標に合わせて勉強しましょう! For intermediate learners, you can follow a structured program using textbooks commonly used at Japanese language schools in Japan, or study with my original materials designed for intermediate learners. 🎯 JLPT — Let’s PASS! After Minna no Nihongo or GENKI → N4 After 『中級へ行こう』 + 500+ kanji → N3 After 『中級を学ぼう』 + more kanji → N2 For N1 → Build a much wider vocabulary! We identify your weak points and work on them thoroughly. Say it, read it, write it, and use it! (話して、読んで、書いて、とにかく使う! 📄 All my original materials are provided to you as PDFs, so you can review them anytime. Learn systematically. Speak what you learn. Pass your exam. Let’s achieve your Japanese goals together

USD 13.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher chie m.
5.0

359 Lessons

chie mid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Italian
+1

関西弁も教えれますよ! I can also teach Kansai dialect ;) オンラインチューターとして初心者から上級者まで、2000時間以上のレッスンをしてきました。 2025年11月に日本語教員試験に合格しました。 I have currently given over 2000 hours of lessons as an online tutor to beginners and advanced students. And I passed the Japanese Language Teacher Certification Examination in November 2025.

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Momoka.
5.0

295 Lessons

Momokaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

Relaxed & Fun Japanese Lessons🌸 Conversation • Travel • Everyday Japanese Would you like to learn Japanese in a fun and relaxed way? Don't worry if you're just starting out! I can support you in English whenever necessary! はじめまして!ももかです。 山口県出身で、今も山口に住んでいます。旅行、アニメやマンガ、カフェ巡り、編み物が好きです! オーストラリアでワーキングホリデーを経験し様々な国の人と交流する楽しさを知りました。私自身も英語を勉強しているので、新しい言語を学ぶ楽しさや難しさをよく知っています。だからこそ、生徒さんが安心して話せる雰囲気を大切にしています😊 Hi! I’m Momoka from Japan.
I’m from Yamaguchi, and I still live there. I love traveling, anime, manga, café hopping, and knitting! I also spent time in Australia on a working holiday, where I enjoyed meeting and talking with people from different countries. I’m also studying English myself, so I understand both the challenges and the joy of learning a new language.
That’s why I always try to create a comfortable and safe space where students can feel relaxed and confident 😊 日常会話・フリートークを中心に、自然な表現や、よりネイティブらしい言い方を一緒に練習しましょう。レッスンは日本語で話しますが、わからない時は英語で質問できますので安心してください☺️ We'll practice daily conversation and free talk, and I'll help you learn more natural and native-like expressions. I will speak Japanese as much as possible during the lesson, but you can ask questions in English whenever you need support. 完璧じゃなくて大丈夫です!話すことが楽しい!と思えるようにサポートしていきます。 レッスンで会えるのを楽しみにしています:) Don’t worry about making mistakes — the most important thing is to enjoy speaking!
I will support you so that you can feel confident and enjoy learning Japanese. I’m looking forward to seeing you in our lesson :) Please note: My lessons are for adults only. I don't offer lessons for children.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 13:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuka.
5.0

37 Lessons

Yukaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Korean
+1

Conversation-focused Japanese Lessons for Intermediate to Advanced Learners 📢Notice: I'll be away from October 15th to 18th. I won't be able to reply messages during this time. Thank you for your understanding. Hello there! I’m Yuka. Do you already know Japanese grammar but struggle to express yourself naturally? I help intermediate and advanced learners move beyond textbook Japanese into real-life communication. I’m a language learner myself, so I understand the challenges of learning a new language. Don’t worry about making mistakes—they’re a natural part of learning! I create a friendly and supportive environment where you can speak comfortably at your own pace. If you ever get stuck, I can also explain things in English or Korean. Being from Hyogo, I can introduce you to authentic Kansai dialect and expressions that locals actually use. 💬 What you can expect from my lessons: ✓ Relaxed conversation practice ✓ Natural corrections and feedback ✓ Useful vocabulary and everyday expressions ✓ Personalised lesson notes after each lesson 🎯 These lessons are ideal for: - Learners who can read hiragana - Learners with a basic understanding of Japanese grammar - Intermediate to advanced learners who want to improve their speaking skills - Adults aged 18 and over Whether you’d like to talk about travel, everyday life, languages or Japanese culture, I’d love to hear what interests you. I look forward to helping you speak Japanese with greater confidence. See you in class!

USD 9.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sayoko.
5.0

92 Lessons

Sayokoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·French
+1

Qualified Japanese teacher living in France🇫🇷 Hello, I'm Sayoko. I'm a qualified Japanese teacher. I was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan but live in France now. I speak standard Japanese. My hobbies are travelling, watching movies, learning languages & reading books. Since 2018, I've taught Japanese to beginner students on a 1-1 basis. In 2022, I passed the Japanese language Teaching Competency Test. I've studied English at university and now I'm studying French so I understand how difficult it is to learn new languages. If necessary, I can speak English or French to clarify certain points. I use interactive activities so students can practise their language skills. I tailor the lessons to the needs of each individual student. Bonjour . Je suis Sayoko. Je suis professeur de japonais diplômé. Je suis née et j'ai grandi à Tokyo , mais je vis en France maintenant. Je parle japonais couramment. J'aime voyager, regarder des films, lire des livres, cuisiner. Je donne des cours particulier de japonais depuis 2018. J'ai obtenu le diplôme Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test en 2022. J'ai étudié l'anglais à l'université et j'étudie le français maintenant donc je comprends comme il est difficile d'apprendre une nouvelle langue. Si nécessaire je peux parler français et anglais pendant le cours. Mes cours sont interactifs donc les étudiants peuvent mettre en œuvre leur compétences. J'adapte les leçons aux besoins de chaque étudiant.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 15:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Aki.
5.0

493 Lessons

Akiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

Let's learn Japanese conversation to make your life more fun! はじめまして!自己紹介(じこしょうかい)します! Hi! Let me introduce myself! 名前(Name):Aki 出身(Hometown):日本・大阪(Osaka, Japan) 趣味(Hobby):ゲーム、イラスト、アニメ、旅行(Playing games/Drawing/Watching anime/Travelling) 言語(Language):日本語、英語、中国語(Japanese/English/Chinese) レッスンレベル(Lesson level):JLPT N5- 楽しい日本語の勉強をしましょう! あなたと話すのを楽しみにしています。 Let’s enjoy studying Japanese! I look forward to talking with you! <Cancel Policy> レッスンの30分前までに、連絡してください。 メッセージがないと、お金を返すことができません。 ちこくは20分までOKですが、メッセージをくださいね。えん長はできません。 Please contact me 30 min before starting the lesson. If the time passed, sorry, I can’t pay you back.. You can be late for the lesson if you send me a message in advance. To be late within 20min is acceptable, but we CANNOT extend the lesson time. レッスン歴(Teaching History): 2021年5月~(Since May 2021) レベル(Level):N5-N2 for Grammar Lesson / N5-N1 for Conversation Lesson ひらがな、カタカナを勉強した人にだけレッスンをしています。 I've been teaching for students who have learned Hiragana and Katakana. テキスト(Textbook):オリジナルワークシート(Original Worksheet) ★もし、使いたいテキストがあったら、教えてくださいね。 Please tell me if you have a textbook you want to use. ★ひらがな、カタカナが読める人だけです。(JLPT N5-) My lessons are only for students who can read Hiragana/Katakana. ★いまは、新しい生徒さんは、会話レッスンだけ受けつけています。はじめてわたしのレッスンを受けるときは、会話レッスンしか予約できません。 For now, grammar lesson is not for the new students. If you see me first time, you cannot book my grammar lesson. (Only conversation lesson is possible)

USD 8.00/trial
Available 21:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kaho(香歩).
5.0

3,869 Lessons

Kaho(香歩)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

MA in Second language acquisition, Japanese/English bilingual I have been teaching on italk for over 5 years. I was a kindergarten teacher at an international school before I move to Spain. I have a teacher permit to teach English to high school students in Japan. italki で5年(ねん)ほど、先生(せんせい)をしています。 日本(にほん)で幼稚園(ようちえん)の先生をしていた経験(けいけん)があります。高校(こうこう)の教員免許(きょういんめんきょ)も持(も)っています。

USD 9.00/trial
Available 06:15 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuko Shimada.
5.0

1,461 Lessons

Yuko Shimadaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

22年の日本語教育経験がある、楽しい話題を話すのが大好きな日本語教師です。 I've been teaching Japanese language for about 20years in Japanese Language school and company. I've been using a lot of textbook including for JLPT. "Irodori""Marugoto""Minna no Nihongo""Dekiru Nihongo" "Chukyu e Ikoo""Chukyu o manaboo"...etc. I have also an experience of working as webdesigner. So I teach Japanese language using computer. 20年ぐらい日本語学校や会社で日本語を教えています。 日本語学校では1クラス20人ぐらい、会社では1クラス1人〜8人ぐらいを教えています。 初級は、「いろどり」「まるごと」「みんなの日本語」「できる日本語」など、 中級は、「中級へ行こう」「中級を学ぼう」など、 上級は、「ロープレ中上級」「厳選読解テーマ10」「ビジネスケースで学ぶ日本語」など、 JLPT対策は、「日本語総まとめ」「新完全マスター」「TRY」など もちろん、上記以外の教科書もたくさん使いました。 ウェブデザイナーの経験もあります。 パソコンを使って日本語を教えるのも得意です。

USD 8.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher TAKA (GIAPPOLIA TV).
5.0

2,225 Lessons

TAKA (GIAPPOLIA TV)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Italian
+2

Nice to meet you. My name is TAKASHI.
 Please feel free to call me TAKA 😄 I’m 37 years old and from Osaka, Japan. I love traveling and have visited many different countries.
 I have also lived in Australia 🇦🇺 and Italy 🇮🇹, and I can speak English and Italian. Through my own experience of learning foreign languages, I realized that the most important thing is: “to increase the opportunities to actually use the language you are studying.” No matter how much you study grammar and vocabulary, if you don’t have enough chances to speak, it can be difficult to use the language naturally.
 For the above reasons, I decided that it is important to focus on conversation-centered free-talk in my lessons, first of all, to create many opportunities for you to talk about topics you like, so that you can get used to speaking. And in my lessons, I focus on creating a relaxed atmosphere where you can speak a lot of Japanese. I have had the opportunity to talk with people from many different countries, and each time I have taught them a little about Japanese culture and the language, I have a desire to explain my country to people from more countries. Ok now, let's talk together😎👍🏻

USD 15.00/trial
Available 15:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sachiko さちこ.
5.0

7,212 Lessons

Sachiko さちこid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·German
+1

Top 1% Japanese Teacher, Certified, Speaks English and German, Lessons tailored just for you! Having lived in Switzerland for over 20 years and having taught more than 7,000 lessons, I bring a unique dual perspective on both Japanese and European cultures. This allows me to teach not only the Japanese language, but also the cultural context that makes communication truly natural and effective. I teach in English and German as well, so beginners can start learning with confidence and without stress. I clearly explain difficult points caused by language differences, helping you build practical, real-life Japanese step by step. Even if you have learnt a lot of grammar, you may still want to be able to speak with confidence. In that case, we can practise speaking together. My lessons are designed to be engaging and useful, focusing on everyday conversation so you can actually use what you learn. Whether for travel, daily life, or personal interest, you will develop natural speaking skills in a relaxed and supportive environment. I also offer group lessons. Please take a look. In my free time, I enjoy travelling, cafés, gardening, and yoga—topics that often inspire my lesson materials and conversations. If you are looking for a teacher who can help you understand both the language and the culture behind it, I would be happy to support your journey. Let’s open new possibilities through Japanese together. I look forward to talking with you! レッスンであいましょう!

USD 23.00/trial
Available 12:15 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Shunpei.
5.0

4,901 Lessons

Shunpeiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Certified Japanese teacher with overseas teaching experience Hi, my name is Shunpei. I am a Japanese teacher living in Tokyo.I have always been interested in learning language and have experienced the difficulties and joys of language learning. That is why I decided to teach language—to help and share with other learners. When I have time, I listen to pop music and sing karaoke. I also play the piano and the kokyū (a traditional Japanese string instrument). I like going to the movie theater, mainly to see Disney and Marvel movies. Lately, I’ve gotten into flower arranging. こんにちは、しゅんぺいです。東京に住んでいる日本人です。音楽を聴いたりカラオケが趣味です。ピアノや胡弓を弾きます。映画館へ行ったり花も好きです。 I lived in Canada for three years and taught at Japanese language and culture schools for children in Vancouver and Montreal. I really enjoyed teaching there and this motivated me to complete my Japanese language teaching certification and pass the Japanese Language Education Proficiency Test. After getting the certificate, I started teaching Japanese. 以前3年間カナダに住んでいました。バンクーバーとモントリオールの学校で子供たちに日本語を教えました。それがとても楽しかったので日本語を教え始めました。 In my lessons, I use textbooks (e.g., “Genki, Quartet, Tobira” etc.) to teach in Japanese, just like in a Japanese language school in Japan. Whether you want to practice a conversation topic of your choice or want to study business Japanese, I would like to accommodate your requests. If it’s difficult to ask questions in Japanese, you can use English. 私のレッスンは、テキストを使って日本にある日本語学校のように日本語で授業をします。会話の練習をしたい方、ビジネスの日本語を勉強したい方など、リクエストにも答えます。もし、日本語で質問するのがむずかしければ、英語でも対応します。

USD 5.00/trial
Available now
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yukari T.
5.0

17.6k Lessons

Yukari Tid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Italian
+2

Thanks for reading my profile. Here are the lessons what I teach mainly. -Japanese conversation (beginner/advanced) -Learn Japanese step by step (Japanese letters and grammars based by Minnano Nihongo) -Business Japanese (beginner/advanced) -Intensive lesson for JLPT (N5-N1) But if you have any questions for Japanese or requests, I can give you the lesson too. (Leaning Japanese song, reading Japanese novels, understanding Japanese comedy etc...) My youngest students were 6 years old. I like teaching to kids too. To study and speak a foreign language opens your world and mind on a level which can’t be measured. Let’s study Japanese together and open the world around you!

USD 9.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Hiro.
5.0

2,497 Lessons

Hiroid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish
+1

I have been teaching Japanese on italki since 2017, and since then, I’ve received great feedback from my students. Their feedback has motivated me to become even more dedicated to teaching Japanese. Each student has unique goals and interests, so my lessons are 100% personalized based on their needs and proficiency levels. I strive to create a friendly and relaxed atmosphere during our sessions so that students feel comfortable. I don’t want to be just a teacher—I aim to be your language partner and personal guide to help you achieve your goals!

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Azumi.
5.0

828 Lessons

Azumiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Spanish
·English

★フリートーク/履歴書・ESのアドバイス/面接の練習(模擬面接)★ I’d like to help you with speaking and listening. If you just want to have a conversation, let’s talk about variety of things. If you’re a beginner, you can start learning greetings/Hiragana letters/simple words/simple sentences and so on. 少(すこ)しの英語(えいご)とスペイン語(ご)を使(つか)って助(たす)けることができます。 I can help you learn Japanese in English( little bit) and Spanish. puedo ayudarte a aprender japonés en inglés(un poco) y español. ----------------------------------------------------------------- ※会社員でもあるので会話を通じてビジネスメールの書き方や資料に関しても相談に乗れます。職務経歴書や履歴書の書き方、面接対策など。 Job interview preparation/ Resume support

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Haruna.
5.0

59 Lessons

Harunaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Korean
+1

Enjoy learning and steadily level up from beginner to advanced 🇯🇵✨ こんにちは!はるなです。京都出身で今も京都に住んでいます🌸 アメリカ・韓国での語学留学、オーストラリアでのワーキングホリデーの経験があり、オンライン講師を始めてからは約1年になります。 旅行、歌(JPOP/KPOP)、アニメ・ドラマが好きです✨ 日本語だけでなく、英語や韓国語も少し話せるので安心して授業を受けていただけます◎ 生徒の皆さんとは、色々なことをお話しできたらいいなと思っています🫧 Hi, I’m Haruna from Kyoto🌸 I have experience studying abroad in the U.S. and Korea, and also spent time in Australia on a working holiday. It’s been about a year since I started teaching Japanese online. Some of my favorite things include traveling, singing (J-POP/K-POP), and watching anime and dramas ✨ I’m a native Japanese speaker, and I also speak English and Korean (not fluently). I’d love to get to know you and chat about lots of different topics while we learn together 🫧 私の授業は「楽しく・実用的に・自分のペースで」がモットーです! 言語学習者の1人として、新しい言語を学ぶことに対しての不安やつまずきにも共感できます。 授業では、一人ひとりのレベルや目標に合わせてレッスン内容をカスタマイズしています✨リクエストも勿論大歓迎です!(レッスンはすべて日本語・英語・韓国語で対応可能です◎) My lessons are all about being fun, practical, and at your own pace! As someone who has learned foreign languages myself, I understand how it feels to face challenges and worries along the way. Each lesson is customized to fit your level and goals—and I always welcome requests!

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ayano Vtuberproducer.
5.0

3,819 Lessons

Ayano Vtuberproducerid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+3

I was a game company worker! I'm a top 1% italki teacher who teaches real (&otaku/Vtuber) Japanese! ⚠️Please don’t send a trial lesson request without contacting me. Due to my limited availability, I can’t offer lessons to everyone. I need to know your current learning situation first. ⚠️If you ignore messages about scheduling, I won't be able to offer you lessons. Hi, my name is Ayano. I’m a certified Japanese teacher and a top 1% Japanese teacher on italki. I was born and raised in Tokyo. I lived in Hawaii before. [My previous job & specialties] - I worked as a secretary to a board member of a famous game company. So, I’m good at teaching both real business Japanese and casual Japanese for otaku! - I was a maid in Akiba [My other job] - I also worked as a professional model and a writer at an popular online news site. - I do VTuber too. - I was a promotional model at the Tokyo Game Show & the Tokyo Motor Show etc. [Tourist Information Center] - I also worked as a receptionist in Akihabara! I teach real, natural and practical Japanese in very effective ways. I don't use unnatural Japanese such as 私の名前は (watashino namae wa) ! So you will be able to speak like native speakers! If you need to use English in our lesson, we can do so. No worries! However, let's use Japanese as much as possible for your learning, of course. Feel free to ask me other requests and questions! If you're my new student, please contact me first before booking your first lesson :)!

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USD 14.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Naomi.
Naomiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Spanish
Native
·English
+1

Japonés natural para hispanohablantes: conversación, viajes y JLPT con una profesora de habla nativa ¿Estudias japonés pero todavía te cuesta hablar? ¿Quieres viajar a Japón y poder comunicarte con naturalidad? ¿Te gustaría entender mejor la cultura japonesa? ¿Estás preparando el JLPT? Entonces puedo ayudarte. ¡Hola! Me llamo Naomi. Viví 10 años en Japón, donde pude aprender sobre su idioma, cultura, costumbres, arte y su vida diaria. En mis clases me gusta combinar el idioma con la cultura: No solamente aprendemos grmaticas y vocabularios, conversamos sobre literatura, manga, gastronomía y las curiosidades del día a día en Japón. Aprender japonés puede ser una experiencia divertida y práctica, ya que adapto cada clase a los intereses de mis estudiantes para que el aprendizaje sea más motivador y cercano. Doy clases conversacionales para viajes, preparación JLPT; he acompañado a varios alumnos a aprobar su examen desde N5 a N2. ✈️Viajes de turismo a Japón 📖Preparación JLPT 🚀Curiosidades cultura japonesa 🎲Leer manga, ver anime sin subtítulos 💼Practicar conversación natural

USD 5.00/trial
Available 16:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher MIKA(みか).
5.0

134 Lessons

MIKA(みか)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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🗣️ Speak Japanese with Confidence | Practical Conversation Lessons 🇯🇵 🇯🇵 Want to speak Japanese, not just study it? Do you understand Japanese grammar but still struggle to speak? Or maybe you can make simple sentences, but freeze when someone asks you a question? I can help you turn what you've studied into Japanese you can actually use.🗣️ 🌿 What my lessons are like * 🗣️ **Lots of speaking practice — you do the talking!** * 📖 Clear grammar explanations when you need them * 💬 Natural, everyday Japanese expressions * 🎯 Lessons adapted to your level and goals * 🇬🇧 English explanations available * 🌍 Practical Japanese for everyday life, travel, and work I create structured lessons that give you plenty of opportunities to use Japanese instead of only studying it. Whether you're a complete beginner or already have some Japanese knowledge, we'll build your confidence step by step. 🌸 About me Hi, I'm Mika from Japan 🇯🇵, currently living in the Czech Republic 🇨🇿. I teach Japanese to learners from different backgrounds and levels, with a focus on practical communication. 🎁 Trial lesson In our first lesson, we'll: * Talk about your goals and current Japanese level * Choose the best learning approach for you * Try a short speaking activity together * Create a simple plan for your future lessons No pressure, no complicated test — just start speaking. 😊 Let's make Japanese something you can actually use. 🇯🇵✨

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Real-Life Japanese, Taught with Care | Beginners to JLPT | Online Specialist Hello, I’m Risa, a native Japanese teacher living in Belgium. I teach learners from complete beginner to business level. My lessons are structured around your goals, with plenty of speaking practice and a calm, encouraging atmosphere. It’s okay to make mistakes—we’ll use them to help you improve step by step. For beginners, we build a strong foundation in hiragana, essential grammar, and everyday conversation. For intermediate learners, we work on fluency, vocabulary, and expressions that sound natural. For business learners, I offer practice with professional communication, formal language, workplace situations, and interviews. My strength is helping students express themselves clearly and appropriately in real situations. Having worked in international environments, I understand how language and culture affect communication. I can explain things in English when needed, and I’ll give you personalized feedback so you know what to work on next. Whether you’re just starting Japanese or want to speak with more confidence, I’d be happy to help you reach your goals!

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What our Japanese students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 2,331,713 customer reviews

  • Wade Bannister

    Wade Bannister

    Learning Japanese

    I highly recommend Hina Sensei for anyone who is looking to seriously improve their language skills, whether through the JLPT or otherwise. Thanks to Hina Sensei’s well structured lessons and thoughtful feedback, I’ve been able to make more progress than I thought possible. As a person who best learns by doing, I can read textbook explanations and examples all day and not truly understand. But Hina Sensei’s lessons always make me directly engage with the material right away and I learn so much faster this way. Hina Sensei also has tons of in-depth knowledge of the JLPT and learning and putting her strategies into action is really helping me improve. I know this test is a big challenge for me but with Hina Sensei’s guidance I think I’ve got a chance 😊

  • Annie

    Annie

    Learning Japanese

    We went through more reading strategies today. It was really hopeful to know how to read faster for different types of questions. Chieko’s lesson is always very structured where we go through the theory before diving into the practical and wrapping up with a summary. She’s also very encouraging despite me not being 100% sure and guessing answers which makes me feel at ease. When there is a word I don’t know she also encourages me think what it means as there are probably plenty of words in the JLPT that I won’t know.

  • Debbie

    Learning Japanese

    Dear Hana Sensei, It has been a true honor and privilege to take lessons with Hana sensei. She has gotten me more in touch with my Japanese cultural heritage dating back to when my Japanese grandfather first journeyed from Hiroshima to California in 1900. She has been my inspiration to learn Japanese at a higher level continue my learning journey. Currently, I have taken more than 105 weekly lessons. During these lessons, I have learned about Japanese culture, customs, daily life, and how to communicate in Japanese! I have enjoyed my lessons so much that I am striving to one day take the JLPT examination, a comprehensive Japanese language proficiency test. Thank so much for making learning Japanese exceptionally fun and rewarding! I can’t wait for next week’s learning experience! Take care. ~ Debbie

  • reem

    reem

    Learning Japanese

    This is my second (and certainly not last) "Refining Your Japanese: Mastering Natural Expression" class. I took this class because I wanted detailed feedback on the mistakes I frequently make. During the first class, we talked and decided on the type of conversation I wanted, and I chose mostly freestyle unless I have no topics. The class is very fun but extremely helpful! While we're talking, sensei is writing everything I say. After 20 minutes or so, before I change the topic, we go over what I've said and correct it one by one. Sensei gives color-coded feedback and explanation when needed! Soyoko sensei's feedback is extremely detailed, exactly what I wanted and more! Thank you sensei! see you next class :D

  • Nathan D.

    Nathan D.

    Learning Japanese

    Kyouko is an amazing Japanese teacher! She has been of great assistance helping me to develop confidence in my speaking. She truly cares about her student's progress and has developed materials and roleplaying exercises tailored to my specific needs. I highly recommend her as a teacher.

  • Mikołaj

    Mikołaj

    Learning Japanese

    Lessons with Anri先生 are very good. She is always prepared and never late to our classes. I often feel encouraged to try my best and speak even if I am not sure if I am correct. In case of any mistakes, the are explained in understandable way. The atmosphere is also very friendly. I really enjoy our lessons, I feel motivated to continue my learning and I can see my level raising from lesson to lesson. Highly recommended!

  • KIM CHANWOO

    KIM CHANWOO

    Learning Japanese

    11번째 수업을 마쳤는데, 매번 성과를 느끼고 있습니다. 다소 부족한 어휘력 탓에 서투르게 표현해도 찰떡같이 이해해 주십니다. 문법적인 질문에도 세심하게 답해 주셔서 도움이 됩니다. 단순히 회화 횟수를 채우는 것을 넘어, 저의 실력을 한 단계 도약시켰다고 생각합니다. 하즈키 선생님은 일본어 공부 향상을 도와줄 수 있는 좋은 튜터입니다. 앞으로도 수업은 계속 이어받을 생각입니다.

  • Kelvin Perez

    Kelvin Perez

    Learning Japanese

    独学でJLPT N1に合格した後、次はどうやってネイティブレベルに近づいていけばいいのか相談したくて、こうすけ先生を選びました。 最初のレッスンでは、一緒に自分の改善点や癖を見つけ、今後のレッスンプランを立てていただきました。また、レッスンプランに沿って進めるだけでなく、日本での日々の生活の中で感じた疑問や、日本語についての質問にも柔軟に答えていただいています。 毎回楽しく話しながら、自分でも少しずつ「ネイティブレベル」という大きな目標に近づいていると感じています。 初心者だけではなく、すでにN2やN1レベルの上級日本語を身につけている方にも、こうすけ先生のレッスンをおすすめします!

  • Kayhan

    Kayhan

    Learning Japanese

    As always, we started our lesson with conversation practice. Yukie-sensei is so helpful when I’m trying to form sentences correctly. She also takes notes on our conversations and sends them after each lesson, which is really useful for reviewing! Today, she used drawings to explain the difference between に (ni) and へ (e), which made it so much easier to understand. I really appreciate the care she puts into her explanations and how she makes grammar practice fun and engaging.

  • wei-han Chang

    Learning Japanese

    先生の親しみやすさとプロ意識がとても好きです!いつもリラックスした雰囲気で、文章の修正やネイティブらしい自然なニュアンスを教えてくださいます。 レッスンでは日本語のちょっとしたコツだけでなく、日本人の思考パターンに合わせた文章の書き方や、相手に伝わりやすいコミュニケーションの方法まで学べます。 単に日本語を鍛えるだけでなく、「自分が本当に伝えたいことは何なのか」を深く理解し、その中から重要なポイントを絞り込んで相手に伝えるプロセスを学べました。 自分の考えをどうすれば効果的に伝えられるかを知ることができ、語学の学習以上にとても大切な学びが得られる素晴らしいレッスンです!

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I find a private Japanese teacher?

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Is a Japanese tutor worth it?

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Taking Japanese lessons online allows you to study at your most convenient time and place. You can connect with your teacher online via Zoom, Skype, or another mobile application from anywhere in the world. Unlike attending traditional language classes, you will find it easy to do your online studies without disrupting your daily schedules. Also, taking Japanese lessons online allows you to hire a native Japanese tutor even if you’re not located in Japan or another Asian country.
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Finding the right Japanese teacher can be a difficult task. There are many elements to take into account before you make your final decision: their experience, their native language, the teaching materials they are using, and so on. Therefore, you should do your research and carefully consider the Japanese tutor you want to study with. Fortunately, on italki, you will find more than 1,000 Japanese tutors and all the tools to make the right choice.

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Learning Japanese on italki has 5 big advantages. First of all, all lessons on italki are taught online. This means that you will save a lot of time and money by learning Japanese without stepping out of your home. Second, all Japanese language instructors on italki offer one-on-one lessons. They will guide you step-by-step through each lesson and focus all their time and attention on you, unlike in a regular classroom. Third, your private tutor will design a tailor-made study plan to suit your needs and study goals. You won’t need to revise old lessons or repeat grammar and vocabulary that you already know. Fourth, italki offers one-on-one Japanese lessons at competitive costs that are three times cheaper than in-person private lessons. And finally, on italki, you have the freedom and flexibility to choose or change your online Japanese tutor and pay per lesson based on your needs and budget.

Are there any Japanese language classes for adults?

Nowadays, there are hundreds of Japanese language classes developed specifically for adults. And the Internet has made language learning so much easier. You don’t need to travel abroad or go to language centers and attend classes. Today, you can learn the Japanese language online from the comfort of your couch. Many websites can help you become a Japanese speaker by offering online language courses. From complete beginner to advanced, from survival to business Japanese, all types of language courses can be found online. Moreover, attending online language classes is very easy and convenient. All you need is a computer or a mobile device with an Internet connection and you can study from anywhere and at any time.
However, Japanese is a notoriously difficult language to learn. Japanese has three different writing systems: kanji, hiragana, and katakana. Japanese pronunciation is also very challenging for most English speakers. Therefore, if you want to learn the language fast, efficiently, and achieve real fluency, you will need a little help from a Japanese teacher.
On italki, you will find more than one thousand online teachers and Japanese tutors at affordable rates. There are plenty of advantages of hiring a private Japanese teacher compared to enrolling in a traditional language course. First of all, your private tutor will design a tailor-made study plan to suit your needs and learning goals. No matter if you want to learn business Japanese for work or you wish to achieve a conversational level for day-to-day conversations; your online Japanese teacher will teach you exactly what you need. They will point out your drawbacks and help you work upon them. Moreover, working with a private teacher will boost your morale and motivation, as your teacher will always follow your progress and encourage you along the way!
On italki.com you will find more than 1000 Japanese tutors and professional teachers to help you learn Japanese from home. Through our platform, you will be able to book classes anytime, and anywhere you want. Learn and practice Japanese whenever you have free time, and adapt your classes to your schedule. From as little as $10 per hour, you can start learning and improving your Japanese today.

How much do online Japanese tutors make?

Japanese is a complex language, and qualified Japanese teachers are generously compensated. But if you hire an online Japanese teacher on italki you can enjoy affordable lesson fees that are sometimes three times cheaper than in-person private lessons.
The Japanese teachers on italki set their own hourly rates, and their pricing is based on their experience, their rating, and the type of lessons they teach. For example, business Japanese and exam preparation lessons are generally more expensive than general lessons.
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