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I have a meeting with my partner's Japanese clients next week, and Ayano has been incredible at helping me prepare. This has so far included: - Going through a list of nitpicky questions I sent her on language, actions, and etiquette, methodically answering each one with text, images, and even doodles! - Bringing her own list of typical Japanese business dinner small talk topics to see how prepared I was to answer them (answer: not at all) - Making time in class to walk me through structuring a letter to them, after I'd struggled to write it on my own - Sending me links to resources on topics relevant to these clients - Making herself available to answer questions at any time, even outside classes This is on top of our usual conversation practise at the start of each class, which has been as valuable as always. Ayano has introduced me to so many potential opportunities (and pitfalls!) for this visit, I don't know what I would have done without her. Truly above and beyond.

More 'nai-form' practice, but this time with irregular verbs added in. Ayano sensei has made this lesson very relevant by creating a real world scenario in a maid cafe where you must ask if you can do something, or if you're being asked to not do something. I'm still a little slow at this, so I will review the material before the next lesson. Ayano sensei's lessons are always fun!

Ayano is always well prepared with topics, vocabulary and exercises. She puts a lot of care and effort into her lessons, and it shows. She also presented me with a lesson plan for upcoming weeks today, and it is great to know that she's got everything planned out so well in advance.

Great lesson with a fantastic and enthusiastic teacher

I had another great lesson with Ayano-san! I really appreciate how thoughtful and planned out the lesson was; and giving me feedback about the vocab and grammar points I had difficulty with. I plan on working on the content more and planning another lesson. ありがとうございます！

My first lesson with Ayano after an extended break from our several years of working together, and I'm so glad to be learning from her again. Ayano is patient, understanding, and supportive, giving you time and space to think through what you want to say even when you are struggling, then giving gentle explanations of alternative (often better!) ways to say the same thing. Conversation with Ayano is easy because she answers any questions you have as well as asking questions of her own, so there is never any awkwardness. This makes for a very comfortable learning environment, where you can feel safe to try out the language you have learned and make mistakes, knowing she will correct you with compassion if needed. This class was more of a catch-up after my lengthy absence, but Ayano still had a full lesson plan ready with materials, and sent me notes she had taken during the class once the class was complete. She is always prepared and professional as well as approachable and warm.