■  2 More Slots For New Students in June!
The number of new students for each month is limited in order to provide and maintain a steady stream of good quality lessons to my existing students. 
If you can see this trial lesson available, that means there are still some openings available for this month. Don't miss out this opportunity!


■ What happens 
- Consultation in Japanese or English (depending on your Japanese level)  
- Speaking and Listening level check + feedback
- Suggestions for a lesson plan and advice based on your needs / goals
- A small Japanese lesson (if time allows)

■ The importance of your initial booking
It is all about getting to know you and your language learning journey so I can create advice specifically for you. It also gives you the opportunity to get to know me and how I do things at my lessons.

■ Tell me everything :)
Communication is the foundation of any solid relationship and it needs to be a two-way street. I will be honest and upfront with you about what is possible and not possible, what I can / can not do for you based on your needs or goals.
I am always happy to chat about your concerns, questions, requests, and feedback. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me.


I look forward to meeting you at the lesson!


*** TERMS & CONDITIONS ***
1. Cancellation or reschedule: 24 hours' notice is required (with no exceptions). Classes CAN NOT be cancelled or rescheduled within 24 hours as per italki's cancellation policy which you can find here: https://support.italki.com/hc/en-us/articles/360022945974-italki-Less

2. Attendance: I will wait for 10 minutes. If you do not appear within this time frame, the lesson will be cancelled and charged and no refund will be given

Learn Japanese with a skilled teacher who is ranked in the TOP 1% Japanese teacher on italki!

☺ ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS WELCOME☺

■ Suitable For Those Who
・Have never learnt Japanese before
・Want to learn Japanese systematically step by step
・Want to develop all skills well balanced (Speaking, Listening, Reading and Writing)
・Want to brush up their Japanese skills

■ What This Lesson Is Like 
・A short consultation will be conducted at the first class to see your current level and what textbook could suit you
・New grammar and vocab will be taught in every lesson, as well as short conversation practice to help build your language skills
・Many examples and exercises will be given
・You'll finish every lesson knowing you've mastered something you can really use to express yourself

■ To Absolute Beginners / Beginners 
There is no need to feel nervous at all. I will speak Japanese at your level to give you a more immersive learning experience and you'll be able to understand what I say in the lesson. 
Please feel comfortable to speak English to me anytime you need to. I'm happy to explain or translate in English for you. 
Once you join my lesson, you will find yourself relaxed throughout the lesson!
 
■ Textbook examples used in class 
◇ Beginner
     - Minna no Nihongo 
     - Genki 
     - Japanese For Busy People 
     - Ippo Nihongo Sanpo

◇ Intermediate
     - 中級へ行こう
     - 中級から学ぶ日本語
     - Intermediate Japanese
     - 日本語カルテット

◇ Advanced
     - 上級へのとびら
     - 上級で学ぶ日本語

◇ Other Materials
     - Pictures / Illustrations
     - News articles
     - YouTube videos


■ TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Cancellation or reschedule: 24 hours' notice is required (with no exceptions). Classes CAN NOT be cancelled or rescheduled within 24 hours as per italki's cancellation policy. https://support.italki.com/hc/en-us/articles/360022945974-italki-Less

2. Attendance: If you do not appear within the first 10 minutes of the lesson, the lesson will be cancelled and charged.

General Japanese : Beginner - Advanced ★ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS WELCOME

Learn Japanese with a skilled teacher who is ranked in the TOP 1% Japanese teacher on italki!

■ This Lesson Is Suitable For Those Who
・Aim to take JLPT exam
・Want to work in Japan eventually (Normally at least N2 passed level is required in order to work at a Japanese company）
・Want to check your ability in Japanese

■ What This Lesson Is Like 
・Focus on Grammar, Reading and Listening to pass JLPT exam
・Gaps you have will be worked on first, then practise the exam style through revising textbooks and past exams
・Lots of tips provided (E.g. Time management, Keys to quick answer, Keywords, Latest trends in the exam)

■ Required Level
Have passed one lower level of JLPT Exam or the student’s skill is equivalent to the JLPT exam level
E.g. If you want to try N3, then you need to be at N4 passed level 

■ When You Book The First Lesson
Please let me know the following
- Target level
- Whether or not you have taken JLPT exam before
- Name of textbooks that you have used for the target level

■ Textbook examples used in class
- スピードマスター series (N5 - N1)
- TRY! (N5 - N1)
- 日本語総まとめ series (N4 - N1)
- 新完全マスター series (N4 - N1)
- パターン別徹底ドリル (N4 - N1)
- にほんごチャレンジ series (N5 - N4)
- 日本語能力試験ベスト総合問題集 series (N5 - N1)
- 模試と対策 (N3 - N1)
- 日本語パワードリル文法 (N3 - N1)
- 日本語能力試験予想問題集 (N5 - N1)
- 日本語能力試験公式問題集 (N5 - N1) 
- 日本語能力試験完全模試 (N5 - N1) Mock Exam
- 日本語能力試験スーパー模試 (N5 - N1) Mock Exam
- はじめての日本語能力試験合格模試  (N5 - N1) Mock Exam
- みんなの日本語 初級1＆2 (N5 - N4)
- Genki 1&2 (N5 - N4)
- 日本語カルテット (N3 - N2)

■ TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Cancellation or reschedule: 24 hours' notice is required (with no exceptions). 
Classes CAN NOT be cancelled or rescheduled within 24 hours as per italki's cancellation policy which you can find here: https://support.italki.com/hc/en-us/articles/360022945974-italki-Less

2. Attendance: I will wait for 10 minutes. If you do not appear within this time frame, the lesson will be cancelled and charged and no refund will be given

JLPT Exam Preparation : N5, N4, N3, N2, N1

TALK, TALK, AND TALK!
A skilled teacher who is ranked in the TOP 1% Japanese teacher on italki will help 
you!

■ Suitable For Those Who 
- want to gain more confidence in conversation
- currently living in Japan 
- want to study / travel / work (inc. JET Program) in Japan

■ The key to improving your speaking skills 
Consistent practise using a wide range of vocab, grammar, and expressions. That's all! 
It's just like physical training. When you start, your speaking skill is going to improve slowly but surely. Once you stop it, it will soon be gone!

■ Required Level 
Has the ability to make some sentences on your own 
(No need to be structured nor complicated)  
Please feel comfortable and do not worry making mistakes during my lesson.

■ What will be provided in class
 - Plenty of time for you to speak
 - Correction and feedback on errors you made
 - Pronunciation correction and accent reduction
 - Frequently used phrases & vocab at specific situation

■ What to talk about?
Anything you are interested in, or some ideas of topics that you may be interested can also be suggested. You choose the speech style, either Casual or Polite.

■ Examples On Requests
 - Conversation in daily life 
 - Role play 
 - Debate (e.g. Love and Money - which is more important in life?)
 - Linking words to build longer and structured sentences  (e.g. Addition, Contrast, Sequence, Emphasis, Consequence, Reason, Summary)
 - Back-channeling (e.g. Polite interjections, Filler, Agreement, Empathy)
 - Building up shorten words (e.g. 自販機、コミュ障、ドタキャン)
 - Japanese slang

■ TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Cancellation or reschedule: 
24 hours' notice is required (with no exceptions). Classes CAN NOT be cancelled or rescheduled within 24 hours as per italki's cancellation policy, which you can find here - https://support.italki.com/hc/en-us/articles/360022945974-italki-Less

2. Attendance: 
If you do not appear within the first 10 minutes of the lesson, the lesson will be cancelled and charged.

Conversation / Speech Practice with Detailed Corrections

I would love to support you!

My previous careers were working as an Executive Assistant at a big company in Japan, and also teaching Business Japanese at major enterprises in Australia such as Honda, Marubeni-Itochu and some of Law Firms. And I am ranked in the TOP 1% Japanese teacher on italki. 

■ This Lesson Is Suitable For Those Who
・Working / wish to work in Japan
・Want to gain more confidence in Business Japanese 
・Want to communicate smoothly with your Japanese clients / customers / colleagues
・Sit for BJT (Business Japanese Proficiency Test)
・Want to practise for a job interview that is approaching 

■ Required Level
At least JLPT N3 passed level or equivalent level

■ Examples of Lesson Content
- Honorific Japanese (Basic - Advanced)
- Set phrases in Business 
- Preparation for Business Japanese Proficiency Test
- Customer Service Japanese
- Corresponding phones, emails and letters
- Organising meetings (agenda and minutes) 
- Presentation practice
- Definition of words that have similar meaning 
- Japanese Business manners (Greetings, Exchanging business cards, Seating position etc.) 
- Japanese work ethic / culture 
- Japanese Labor Standards Act
- How to read Japanese financial statements
- Working on your resumé / CV
- Practice to answer frequently asked questions at job interview

■ Optional
Before the lesson, you may wish to send me your resumé, CV, and / or any other relevant material that may help optimize our session. And it would be best to specify what you want to work on at the first lesson so that I can prepare some materials for you.

■ TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Cancellation or reschedule: 
24 hours' notice is required (with no exceptions). Classes CAN NOT be cancelled or rescheduled within 24 hours as per italki's cancellation policy. https://support.italki.com/hc/en-us/articles/360022945974-italki-Less

2. Attendance: 
If you do not appear within the first 10 minutes of the lesson, the lesson will be cancelled and charged.

Job interviews & Effective Business Communication

Bring your friend, partner, sibling or colleague in the lesson!
Enjoy learning Japanese with a person that you know in a fun & relaxed atmosphere. A skilled teacher who is ranked in the TOP 1% Japanese teacher on italki will help you!

■ This Semi-Private lesson is available for
・General Japanese
・Conversation / Speech Practice
 
■ What's the benefit of Semi-Private Lesson?
1. Relaxed atmosphere with a person that you know. 
2. Can support each other in the lesson
3. Cost effective for each student
4. Good motivation   


■ Platform 
You both need a free zoom account.
Please make sure to choose Zoom as a platform every time you book a lesson so you can both join the lesson remotely. (italki classroom can not do that) 
After booking, the zoom link for the lesson can be shared between both of you.
No problems if you both like to use a same device together.


■ Note 
- The stated fee is for 2 students
- 60 minutes class is available 
- If you are new and want a consultation, please choose 30 minutes class
- Ideally Japanese level of both of you is same or similar
- If there is a level gap between students, we will focus on the lower level
- Please contact me if you wish to take lessons with more than 3 people


■ TERMS & CONDITIONS
1. Cancellation or reschedule: 24 hours' notice is required (with no exceptions). 
Classes CAN NOT be cancelled or rescheduled within 24 hours as per italki's cancellation policy which you can find here: https://support.italki.com/hc/en-us/articles/360022945974-italki-Less

2. Attendance:
・ I will wait for 10 minutes. If neither of you appear within this time frame without any notice, the lesson will be cancelled and no refund will be given.
・ A lesson can be conducted where only one student can make the lesson. The class will still be charged at the semi private rate. So please book wisely.

【 NEW ! 】Semi-Private Lesson - Bring a person that you know in the lesson!

■ Who Takes This Service
・Those who have any kind of written work that requires review and correction
・This service is for people who need correction only and do not require an explanation

■ What This Service Is Like 
・I will review of your document for any errors and make corrections during the booked time frame
・The following errors will be corrected  
   -  Hiragana / Katakana / Kanji 
   -  Words 
   -  Grammar
   -  Sentence Structure
・Document Examples : Letters (personal / official), Journals, Applications, CV/Resume, Essays, Thesis, Creative writings
・Zoom or italki classroom online video session will not be provided
・Document translation will not be provided
・Questions regarding sentences you have written are subject to be asked for more details via italki message before scheduled time if the context is not clear
・The corrected document will be sent back to you within 3 hours after the booked time

■ Word Count (in Japanese) and Fees (US$) 】
Each Hiragana / Katakana / Kanji = 1
・Example 1 : かのじょはげんきです。＝ 11
・Example 2 : 彼女は元気です。＝ 8

・0 - 500 → $15 / 30 min
・501 - 800 → $23 / 45 min 
・801 - 1000 → $25 / 60 min 
・1001 - 2000 → $35 / 90 min 
・More than 2001 → Contact me first 

■ How To Book A Service
1. Check word count of your document 
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2. Book a lesson based on your document word count
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3. Send through your document on italki message ( Please add some more info if needed)

■ When You Send Your Document on italki Message
・ Please send through either in text or in data format
・ Please make sure to put enough spaces between lines so you can see correction clearly later
・ If your document is handwritten, please make sure your submit a clear image and that the handwriting is legible

■ Service Policy
・Service request will only be accepted when your document is attached on italki message
・Service request will not be accepted if your document is not attached on italki message or if selected time frame is not appropriate for word count