📣I specialize in boosting motivation for learning Japanese.
📣Tailor sessions in free talk, grammar, and business Japanese.
📣Support in English is available for beginners.
Hello, my name is Yuya.
I’m a certified Japanese teacher based in Oita, with over 4,000 hours of teaching experience spanning 4 years.
My hobbies are going to hot springs and playing African drums.
Language learning is like an endless marathon. It’s not easy to become fluent overnight, and there are times when you might feel like giving up. I want to be there for you, like a running partner, supporting you along the way.
Let’s run the marathon of Japanese together.
My creations
Me as a Teacher
I'm a professional teacher certified to teach Japanese. I've accumulated around 4,000 hours of experience teaching basic grammar, JLPT preparation, and more.
Before becoming a teacher, I worked for 12 years at a TV station, which enabled me to learn practical business Japanese for the lessons I teach today.
Additionally, I am an active content creator with over 50,000 followers on Instagram, where I share tips and resources for learning Japanese.
My lessons & teaching style
For Beginners
Learn basic grammar using the "GENKI" textbook. Enhance foundational skills and gradually improve speaking ability. I'll introduce efficient learning methods, useful websites, and apps.
For Intermediate Learners
Use the "Cyuukyuu Quartet" textbook to progress to advanced levels. Practice by reading web news articles and learning practical Japanese for everyday conversations and real-life situations.
For Advanced Learners
Learn practical Japanese for working in Japanese companies, including business Japanese, Keigo, and other real-life language skills.
All Levels
Everyone who enjoys speaking Japanese as a hobby is welcome. Let's enjoy chatting together like friends in a café
My teaching material
PDF file
Text Documents
Presentation slides/PPT
Image files
Video files
Articles and news
Quizzes
Homework Assignments
Certificates
Japanese Language Teacher Training Course (420h) - Alpha International Academy - 2023
Certificate verified
日本語教師養成420時間講座理論通言 - アルファ国際学院 - 2023
Certificate verified
5.0
Rating
110
Students
465
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
5.0
Rating
110
Students
465
Lessons
99%
Attendance rate
99%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
53 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Let's enjoy conversing in Japanese!【60min, 45min, 30min】
A2 - C2Conversation386 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 1% off
[grammar lessons for beginners] Minnano nihongo and Genki or Irodori
A1 - B2Language Essentials19 lessons completed
USD 17.00+
Package with 1% off
Availability
Based on your timezone (UTC+00:00)
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Quiz (4)
77 Reviews
Brett Marston
9 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Yuya sensei is a kind and thoughtful teacher - he works to make conversation interesting and appropriate to your level, and he is very clear, helpful and encouraging. Thanks so much!
Nov 17, 2024
Mathilde
30 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I've had lessons with Yuya for a while now. He is a very patient and motivating teacher. He also helped me prepare for JLPT exam, which I also passed. He knows how to adapt to different levels and he's been very helpful until now. I would definitely recommend him.
Aug 4, 2024
Gabe Tabor
48 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
This is my second review as of now. I have learned so much from Yuya that I can’t believe how much I have grown in my Japanese speaking skills. Being able to speak in the language I am learning has helped tremendously in my journey. Yuya is great at leading the conversation while helping correct mistakes along the way. Never once have I been scared to try new grammar or vocabulary when talking with Yuya. Every lesson I learn something new and gain practice on what I learned before. I can’t wait to meet with him again. Thank you Yuya!
Aug 8, 2023
Brett Marston
9 Japanese lessons
Yuya is an engaging and helpful teacher - very willing to engage in conversation and kind (but precise) with corrections. Thanks very much!
Nov 10, 2024
Jearon
1 Japanese lesson
I appreciate that we jumped right in, it was very well organized and helpful for my beginning efforts to learn.
Nov 3, 2024
Brett Marston
9 Japanese lessons
Yuya sensei is very clear and encouraging and pitches his lessons to your ability. Definitely recommended!