Yuki
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Yuki
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Japanese teacher with 15+ years of experience. Clear grammar explanations!
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
Japanese teacher with 15+ years of experience. Clear grammar explanations!
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
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From JapanLiving in Fukuoka, Japan (18:15 UTC+09:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 31, 2015InterestsTechTravelScienceGamingHistory
Hello! I'm a Japanese teacher living in Fukuoka with my husband and our 9-year-old daughter. I lived in Melbourne, Australia, from 2009 to 2016, which enriched me with a diverse cultural background. I love learning and discussing a wide range of topics including cultures from Japan and other countries, technology, politics, investments, travel, and life. My hobbies include traveling, gaming, collecting miniatures, reading, and visiting shrines. I am excited about the opportunity to speak with many people through customized lessons tailored to each student's interests!Me as a Teacher
Hello! I obtained my certification as a Japanese teacher in 2009 and taught at a Japanese language school in Melbourne from 2010 to 2016. After returning to Japan in 2016, I started teaching on italki, where I've conducted over 6,800 lessons for more than 300 students. My lessons cover all levels, from beginner to advanced, and are tailored to meet students' needs, including JLPT preparation, travel phrases, and everyday conversation. I use plenty of illustrations and sometimes English to help beginners feel comfortable. I always strive to create a relaxed and enjoyable learning environment with a friendly approach. I look forward to meeting you in our lessons!My lessons & teaching style
【 Beginners are welcomed! 】
I use "Minna no Nihongo" (or "GENKI" for student's requests) and a lot of visual materials for beginners. For intermediate and advanced students, I use textbooks that you want to use , some articles, sometimes youtube videos.
My advice:
1) email me with any questions or ideas
2) book a trial lesson, we can chat about your learning aims and make a plan for you
3) if you like the look of the plan then you can book a package of lessons
◉ Cancellation Policy: At least 24-hour notice should be given for a lesson to be cancelled or rescheduled. Otherwise, no refund will be issued (as the system doesn’t allow me to offer the lesson to another student).My teaching material
- PDF file
- Text Documents
- Presentation slides/PPT
- Flashcards
- Homework Assignments
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Articles and news
- Image files
- Video files
Certificates
Japanese Language Teacher Training Course(420 hours and above) - Human Academy - 2009
Certificate verified
The Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test - Japan Educational Exchange and Services - 2009
Certificate verified
Education
1996 - 2000
Bachelor’s - Literature
Work Experience
2010 - 2015
Japanese teacher
5.0
Rating
322
Students
7,472
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
200 lessons completed
USD 20.00+
Discover Japanese: Exclusive 30% Off Trial Offer for New Students
A1 - C2Language Essentials450 lessons completed
USD 17.50+
General Japanese （Lv1&Lv2)
A1 - A2Language Essentials4,137 lessons completed
USD 40.00+
Package with 5% off
Conversational Japanese
A1 - C2Conversation1,117 lessons completed
USD 40.00+
Package with 5% off
General Japanese for two people
A1 - C2Language Essentials206 lessons completed
USD 60.00+
Package with 3% off
Intermediate and Advanced General Japanese Course
B1 - C2Language Essentials0 lessons completed
USD 48.00+
Package with 5% off
Availability
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1,629 Reviews
Joanne Yae
4 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
In today's lesson we discussed a very difficult topic that involved talking about law and relationships. Yet Yuki sensei taught me how to talk about it using the grammar that I know. She made it seem so easy! I also learned a ton of new words. I really appreciate that she's always correcting me and reminding me to use the grammar that I already know. It helps a lot in drilling the concepts into my head.
Mar 7, 2025
Michele Bain
24 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
It was so good to catch up with Yuki Sensei again after last speaking to her since 2018 when she was my teacher years ago. She is a fantastic teacher and I'm looking forward to many more lessons with her.
Nov 18, 2024
Joanne Yae
4 Japanese lessons
きょうのかいわが おもしろいかったですよ！次のクラスをたのしみにしています〜！
Feb 13, 2025
Chris
161 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
Yuki sensei is incredibly warm, relatable, and so easy to talk to about any topic. There’s never a dull class with her. She’s also always so well-prepared with teaching materials as well as conversation points. She’s never just flipping through a PDF/PPT. It’s always interactive and she uses other tools such as note cards and writing things on the whiteboard. Every class touches on grammar, vocabulary, speaking, and listening. She’s great at explaining when you don’t understand something. She truly cares about your progress, not to mention you as a person. She’s great, can’t recommend her enough!
Feb 19, 2025
Brittany Goddard
67 Japanese lessons
I've been learning Japanese with Yuki Sensei for the past seven months, and I couldn't be happier with my progress! She is an incredibly patient and encouraging tutor who always tailors lessons to my needs. Whether it's grammar, conversation, or cultural insights, Yuki Sensei makes learning both fun and effective. She explains concepts clearly and provides plenty of practice to help reinforce what I've learned.
Her friendly and supportive teaching style makes me feel comfortable speaking Japanese, even when I make mistakes. She always provides constructive feedback and motivates me to keep improving. If you're looking for a knowledgeable and engaging Japanese tutor, I highly recommend Yuki Sensei!
Mar 10, 2025
Jess
20 Japanese lessons
Yuki Sensei truly is the best! If you’re an absolute beginner, she is a fantastic teacher and very patient.
Jun 26, 2024
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