Tomoko 智子
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Tomoko 智子
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Teaches
Japanese
Native
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English
Teaches
Japanese
Native
Speaks
English
About Me
Me as a Teacher
My lessons & teaching style
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From JapanLiving in Sydney, Australia (16:14 UTC+11:00)
About Me
italki teacher since Dec 11, 2018InterestsArtFoodTravel
Hi, ともこです。I'm an experienced Japanese teacher and also a Japanese calligraphy artist. I was born and grew up in Japan, and I have been living in Australia for about 6 years. I love the beaches and natural landscapes here!
I used to work at schools teaching English in Japan, and teaching Japanese in Australia. I run Japanese calligraphy workshops in Australia, too. I'm fluent in English, and can help explain Japanese grammar and vocabulary - great for beginners and for tricky advanced topics!Me as a Teacher
I have been teaching Japanese for the past 4 years, and have helped my students at all levels - basic to advanced. My classes are usually conversation-based and customised to my students' language needs, whether it be grammar, idioms, vocabulary, or pronunciation.
If you have something specific you need to prepare for, such as an upcoming interview, presentation or JLPT exams, I can definitely help you with that! I am also happy to answer any questions you have about material you are learning in other Japanese classes or by yourself, and help with document editing/proofreading.
I want my classes to be relaxed, casual and hopefully have a bit of fun conversation!
(Sorry, no child students)My lessons & teaching style
-Beginners
Genki and Minna based lessons, including conversation practice for grammar and vocabulary you’ve studied. I have my own worksheets for each topic, so you can master grammar points quickly!
- Intermediate -Tobira and Quartet
I provide various materials (websites, articles, videos and original worksheets) to help you improve and broaden your Japanese skills.
-Customised lesson
I’ll help you practice Japanese for travelling, proofread documents or speeches, study with your own materials, or help you prepare for specific exams – and more!
I was an assistant journalist, I love reading, calligraphy, and making miso! I have so many things to share with you! Speak to you soon : )My teaching material
- Text Documents
- Image files
- Articles and news
- Quizzes
- Test templates and examples
- Homework Assignments
- PDF file
- Video files
- Graphs and charts
Certificates
Certificate of Completion Program - Kyoto Bukkyo University - 2009
Certificate verified
High School Teacher's Licence Class One - Education Commission of Kyoto Prefecture - 2008
Certificate verified
Middle School Teacher's Licence Class One - Education Commission of Kyoto Prefecture - 2008
Certificate verified
Education
2000 - 2004
Bachelor’s - Human Science
Work Experience
2011 - 2018
Japanese teacher
2010 - 2011
English teacher
2007 - 2007
Japanese teacher
5.0
Rating
227
Students
5,447
Lessons
100%
Attendance rate
100%
Response rate
Japanese Lessons
Trial Lesson
132 lessons completed
USD 15.00+
Fun conversation - All levels – Unplanned Lesson
A1 - C2Conversation878 lessons completed
USD 22.00+
Package with 10% off
Japanese calligraphy - How to write Hiragana better!
A1 - C2Language Essentials23 lessons completed
USD 19.00+
Beginners - GENKI 1&2 / JLPT 4&5
A1 - B2Language Essentials2,582 lessons completed
USD 23.00+
Package with 14% off
Customised lessons - All levels – Planned Lesson
A1 - C2Language Essentials695 lessons completed
USD 27.00+
Package with 15% off
Intermediate & Advanced - TOBIRA, QUARTET
B1 - C1Language Essentials496 lessons completed
USD 25.00+
Package with 13% off
Long-Term Student Discount Lesson (Only for students who started in 2019)
B2 - C2Language Essentials636 lessons completed
USD 38.00+
Package with 16% off
Availability
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435 Reviews
Chris Marshall
138 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I learn a lot in these conversations and Tomoko sensei is an excellent teacher. Very engaging.
Mar 17, 2020
Sabina
25 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I absolutely loved talking with Tomoko! I usually feel a bit nervous speaking in Japanese but she made me feel relaxed and I really appreciate that. I felt like I could express myself more in Japanese. Great lesson, will definitely book again :)
Apr 29, 2019
Sentwali
7 Japanese lessons
Another fantastic lesson with Tomoko sensei! Highly recommended if you have the opportunity to practice speaking Japanese with her. 有難い 🙇🏿
Mar 9, 2025
Emi
60 Japanese lessons
Teacher’s pick
I really appreciate the practice conversations. Although I live in Japan and I get to use my Japanese, the corrections and practice is necessary. Tomoaki-sensei helps my Japanese sound more natural. I’m learning Japanese I will use. Sensei is also fluent in English which is so helpful because she can teach me words that don’t have exact translations that I can look up in the dictionary. Look forward to my next lesson. I highly recommend. :)
May 22, 2019
Sentwali
7 Japanese lessons
I had another awesome lesson with Tomoko sensei today! As usual, she’s very patient with beginners (like me) and yet knows how much to push to keep the lessons relevant and productive! Very happy 😃. Thank you 😊🙏
Mar 16, 2025
Sentwali
7 Japanese lessons
Tomoko san is so easy and fun to talk to! I learn a lot every time we speak. Very grateful for the opportunity to speak with her on Italki!
Mar 6, 2025
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