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Learn Japanese with the teacher SOMA.
4.9

283 Lessons

SOMAid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+7

僕は他のアプリでいろんな人に日本語を趣味として教えることがあったので それを活かしてitalkiでもうまく教えていければいいなーと思っています!

USD 8.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuko.
5.0

4 Lessons

Yukoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

国際的なホスピタリティ業界で14年の実績あり! こんにちは、山口県出身のYukoです。 スペインへの留学経験があり、英語と少しスペイン語を話します。 これまで32カ国を旅し、国際的なホスピタリティ業界で14年間働いてきました。実務で使う丁寧な日本語やビジネスマナーの指導も可能です。 また、塾講師として4年間、小中学生に国語と英語を教えてきました。相手のレベルに合わせて、分かりやすく楽しく教えることを大切にしています。 レッスン内容 ■初心者の方 ひらがな・発音・基本文法+簡単な会話練習 ■会話力を伸ばしたい方 日常会話・トピック練習・自然な表現のフィードバック ■ビジネス日本語 敬語・メール表現・接客マナーなど実務で使える日本語 ■子供向け 初めての日本語、読解、学校サポート リラックスした雰囲気の中で、あなたの目標に合わせてレッスンを行います。 一緒に楽しく日本語を学びましょう! I aim to provide lessons tailored to each individual. Everyone is welcome,from biginners to advanced learners. Let's talk a lot in Japanese in a fun,relaxed,and friendly atmosphere. No need to be nervous! ♥Who My Lessons Are For♥ ① Beginners & Travelers Perfect for those starting Japanese or wanting practical conversation for travel. My lessons focus on speaking and are tailored to your goals. I’ve traveled across Japan and can also help with trip planning and food recommendations. ② Business Japanese Learners Learn polite expressions, useful phrases, and proper etiquette. With 14 years in international hospitality, I teach natural, professional Japanese used in real work situations. ③ Children Interested in Japan I love working with kids and create fun, personalized lessons. I have 4 years of experience teaching Japanese and English to students. I aim to provide lessons tailored to each individual. Everyone is welcome,from biginners to advanced learners. Let's talk a lot in Japanese in a fun,relaxed,and friendly atmosphere. No need to be nervous!

USD 15.00/trial
Available 02:15 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuko.
5.0

1,289 Lessons

Yukoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
+1

Friendly and Supportive Teacher  いっしょに練習しましょう! みなさん、こんにちは、Yukoです。 私はこれまで20年以上にわたり、さまざまなレベルの方に日本語を教えてきました。 初級から上級まで、幅広い学習者の方々と一緒に勉強してきた経験があります。 私自身も外国語を学ぶことが大好きで、今までにいくつかの言語を勉強してきました。 そのため、外国語を学ぶ楽しさや難しさ、そして『話す力』を伸ばすことの大切さをとてもよく理解しています。 私のレッスンでは、たくさん聞いて、たくさん話すことができるように工夫しています。 特にアウトプットを重視しているので、会話の練習をたくさんしたい方にはぴったりです。 レッスンは会話を中心に進めますが、初級の方には『みんなの日本語』などのテキストを使って、基礎的な文法もしっかり学ぶことができます。 授業は基本的に日本語だけで行いますが、もしわからないことがあれば、中国語や簡単な英語でもサポートできますので、安心してください。 私はいつも笑顔で、忍耐強く、みなさんが自信を持って会話を続けられるようにお手伝いします。 一緒に語学の壁を乗り越えて、楽しく日本語を学びましょう! Hello! I’m Yuko 😊 I’m a professional Japanese teacher with over 20 years of experience, teaching students from beginner to advanced levels. ✨ What you can expect in my lessons: • Lots of speaking practice (I focus on output!) • Friendly, patient, and supportive atmosphere • Lessons tailored to your goals and level • Solid grammar support for beginners using Minna no Nihongo I love learning languages myself, so I understand your challenges and will help you build confidence step by step. 🗣️ Lessons are mainly in Japanese, but I can support you in Chinese or simple English if needed. I am always patient and supportive, and I will help you gain the confidence to keep speaking. Let’s overcome language barriers together and enjoy learning Japanese! 大家好,我是Yuko。 我有20年以上的日語教學經驗,教授各種程度的學習者。 我喜歡學習外語,也了解學習的樂趣與挑戰。我的課程重視多聽多說,特別適合想加強會話能力的人。初學者也可以透過教材打好文法基礎。 課程以日語為主,必要時可用中文或簡單英語輔助。 讓我們一起輕鬆快樂地學習日語吧!

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Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuka Nakai.
5.0

598 Lessons

Yuka Nakaiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

☆If you want to improve your Japanese Speaking skills, Welcome!☆ After I graduated from university, I studied abroad in New Zealand for an year. While studying I also did private tutoring, teaching Japanese. Sometimes to use English to help with word association. I also worked at a Japanese language centre. I provide easy/simple words and tasks to get you to enjoy participating in the class and created a comfortable atmosphere to encourage discussion. So please don’t hesitate to give my lesson a try so we can enjoy some good Japanese conversation!

USD 6.90/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sei.
5.0

5,729 Lessons

Seiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·English
·German
+1

Certified language teacher with 7 years of teaching experience. Fluent in Japanese&English&Chinese! I like working one-on-one with students because each lesson is different and dynamic. My lessons are always adapted to the students’ needs, such as building up the foundation for a new language, practicing daily, business conversation, or preparing for job interviews or presentations. After teaching more than a thousand lessons, I feel comfortable and confident to teach all levels, different learning styles and purposes. I’m native in Chinese and Japanese. I also speak English fluently, so I can use each language to teach. 大家好!我叫史茜玉。我在中国出生、在日本长大。我的母语是中文和日语、我也会说英语。所以我可以用这三种语言来上课。我的课会特别轻松愉快(^^)很期待在网上和大家见面!

USD 35.00/trial
Available 07:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher ako-san あこさん.
5.0

151 Lessons

ako-san あこさんid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Improve your pronunciation using The Actor's Method! Hello, I’m Ako. As a playwright and actor, I've won the Toyota Short Play Festival. Drawing on the pronunciation and expressive skills I developed through theater, I’ll help make your Japanese sound more natural and engaging. I also have extensive business experience, so I can support you in everything from everyday conversation to business Japanese. I love traveling and musical, and having visited over 10 countries, I enjoy sharing cultural differences in a fun and engaging way. ■ Lesson Style 1. For ages 16 and above. 2. I'll ask about your goals and needs to provide the best possible lessons. 3. For beginners, I'll focus on building the joy of speaking Japanese together first. 4. For intermediate learners who want to improve their pronunciation and intonation, I'll teach "Actor's Method." 5. Lessons will progress at a pace that suits you. ■ Lessons are mainly in Japanese, with simple English support if needed. I’m here to fully support your desire to speak. Let’s expand your world of Japanese together! 私はあなたがリラックスしてレッスンを受けられるように配慮します。 初級の会話から、JLPT、ビジネス会話、スピーチの練習など、あなたの要望に沿ったレッスンを作ります。 私が得意な事は演劇で培った表現力です。 たとえそれがテキストの文章であったとしても、あなたはまるで日本に住んで話しているように楽しめるでしょう。 あなたとお会いできるのを楽しみにしています。

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sachiko.
5.0

2,947 Lessons

Sachikoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

Certified Japanese Teacher for Anime Fans – Learn with a Pro! Hi! I’m Sachiko! I teach beginner and intermediate students. For intermediate students, I also give lessons using manga! Then I also make Japanese practice listening videos on my YouTube channel “Easy Japanese Tutor SACHIKO”.Take a look if you're interested. Sorry! I do not provide lessons for children. My hobby is watching anime. I've been really into Demon Slayer, Jujutsu Kaisen, Attack on Titan, Frieren and Golden Kamuy etc…lately. When I was a student, I used to cosplay at events like Comike and sell doujinshi. I also love to travel abroad. I have traveled to more than 10 countries🇺🇸🇨🇳🇮🇳🇦🇺🇪🇬🇲🇾🇩🇪🇫🇮🇸🇬🇹🇼 Since I was a university student, I have studied various languages such as Chinese, Korean. Therefore, I understand your difficulties in learning Japanese. The most important thing is enjoy learning. I will listen to your interests and do my best to include as much as possible in the teaching materials. So, please tell me a lot about yourself in the first lesson! Are you studying with a boring textbook? If you study with illustrations, your right brain will remember the words. In addition, if your favorite anime characters appear in the material, you will not forget what you have learned.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher KOTARO.
5.0

1,103 Lessons

KOTAROid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
+1

海外で約8年、オンラインで約5年の指導経験あり🇯🇵 拥有约8年海外教学经验,约5年的线上教学经验 🇨🇳 8 years of teaching experience overseas🌏 はじめまして。KOTARO(こうたろう)と申します。茨城県で生まれ、東京での生活を経て、河南省や湖北省、さらにミャンマー・ヤンゴンなど、さまざまな文化の中で生活してきました。私のクラスでは、中国の大学で日本語を教えた経験を活かし、「自然な会話力」を伸ばすレッスンを提供しています。また、私自身も言語学習に強い関心があり、日本語を通じて単に交流するだけでなく、お互いに新しい世界を知るきっかけや発見を得られる場にしたいと考えています。皆さんとレッスンでお会いできることを楽しみにしています! 大家好,我是KOTARO。曾在日本及中国、缅甸等地生活,拥有跨文化经验。我在中国大学教授日语,课程以自然会话为主。希望通过日语学习,一起拓展视野、获得新的发现。期待在课堂上见到大家! Hello, I’m Kotaro. I have lived in Japan, China, and Myanmar, gaining cross-cultural experience. I have taught Japanese at a university in China, focusing on natural conversation. I hope we can broaden our perspectives and discover new things through Japanese. I look forward to seeing you in class!  中国の大学で約8年間、日本語教師として教えてきました。2021年8月からitalkiでのレッスンを開始し、オンライン授業の経験も5年以上あります。これまでに社会人や学生など、幅広い学習者に対して会話レッスンを行ってきました。レッスンでは、学習者ができるだけ多く発話できるようにすることを大切にしています。 我在中国的大学担任日语教师约8年,一直从事日语教学工作。自2021年8月开始在italki授课,拥有超过5年的线上教学经验。至今已为社会人士、学生等不同背景的学习者提供会话课程。在课堂上,我特别重视让学习者尽可能多地开口表达。 I have been teaching Japanese at a university in China for about 8 years. I started teaching on italki in August 2021 and have over 5 years of experience in online lessons. I have taught conversational Japanese to a wide range of learners, including working professionals and students. In my lessons, I place great importance on giving students as many opportunities as possible to speak.

USD 8.80/trial
Available 02:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Keiko.
5.0

42 Lessons

Keikoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Certified Japanese Teacher 🌸 Beginner-Friendly, Travel & Conversation | Former Flight Attendant ✈️ Hello! I’m Keiko, a certified Japanese teacher with 5+ years of experience 🌸 I have taught 300+ international students and completed 3,000+ online lessons. Before becoming a teacher, I worked as a flight attendant for 9 years ✈️ I also lived in the U.S. for 3 years and study English, Spanish, and Chinese, so I understand language learners’ feelings. 【Keiko’s Hobbies】 ・Traveling — 40 countries so far ・Cooking — Japanese and Western food ・Sports — karate, skiing, scuba diving, and dancing I love meeting people and talking with them 😊 【Qualifications】 ・Japanese Teaching Competency Test ・420-hour Teacher Training Course ・Certified Japanese Language Teacher ・TOEIC 845 / HSK Level 2 ・Bachelor’s degree in Literature 【Beginner Japanese Grammar】 I teach beginner grammar using GENKI and Irodori. We study sentence patterns, verb forms, pronunciation, and daily expressions. Beginners are very welcome ☺️ Mistakes help you learn! 【Japanese for Travel】 Let’s practice useful Japanese for travel, such as greetings, ordering food, shopping, transportation, hotels, sightseeing, emergencies, and travel role play. 【Real Japanese Conversation Lab】 Practice Japanese conversation with topics you are interested in. You can choose topics such as daily life, keigo, work, business, manners, relationships, travel, culture, news, and hobbies. I will gently support your conversation and help you learn natural Japanese expressions, culture, and manners. Let’s meet in a trial lesson first 😊

USD 8.00/trial
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Olivia オリビア.
4.9

724 Lessons

Olivia オリビアid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
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Chinese (Cantonese)
Native
·Korean
Native
·Chinese (Mandarin)
+1

🌸Professional Japanese teacher🌸5+ yrs Japanese teaching exp. 🌻修讀了日本語教師課程+N1合格🌻 5年+授課經驗🌻擅長初級日語 When I was a school Japanese teacher I was teaching from beginner class, also private Japanese tuition from kids to adults for more than 5 years, helping the students practice oral speaking. My students are learning Japanese for travel, JLPT preparation, Japan further study, Japanese for Job or Business, Japanese for friends making or Anime etc. I could provide tailor made lessons according to your learning needs. 我當日語老師實習的時候,主要教授初級日語班。 另外, 我有5年嘅家教經驗, 對象由小朋友到大人, 我會引導學生自然開口說,快速、紮實記憶日語。 我的學生學習日語的原因, 有的是爲了去日本旅遊, 有的是為了工作需要,有的是為交日本人朋友或鐘意動漫等。我可以根據你的學習需要提供量身定做的課程。 我有學習日文及韓文的經驗,我會以學習者的觀點來爲你制定課程計劃。 ✨學咗好快唔记得? ✨記起來的日文講唔出口? 文法好難,唔會用? ✨搵唔到開口講嘅機會? ✨教科書同生活上嘅日文唔一樣? ✨JLTP想1-TAKE PASS? Oliva老師來幫你~輕鬆開口說日語

USD 15.00/trial
Available 03:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sean.
5.0

1,021 Lessons

Seanid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

日本語学校で講師をしています。日本語文法を楽しく学ぶことができます。上級者にはMini Debateがお勧めです!他には大学院の研究計画書、志望理由書、教授へのメール添削などのご要望にお応えします。 I am teaching Japanese at a Japanese language school. So I supported more than 100 students so far. Since my previous job was as an engineer, this background is useful for students to know a business manner in Japan. Honestly, all my students say that my lesson is very enjoyable. I hope that you can enjoy learning and improving your Japanese in my lesson.

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Keiko.
5.0

3,174 Lessons

Keikoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish
·French
+3

Certified teacher with over 15 years experience of teaching Japanese in school and private lessons. My students say that my class is friendly and funny but makes them work enough to learn. You will tell me what your goal is and I will tailor your lesson. Each person has a different style to learn. Whatever level you are, we discuss and find out what is your best way to approach. I am flexible and easy to adapt to your need.

USD 12.00/trial
Available 20:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mai.
5.0

684 Lessons

Maiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

【Travel/Reading/ Free Talk】Warm and friendly native Japanese tutor with 5 stars reviews 【私について】 I'm a friendly and patient Japanese teacher with a bachelor's in Education from a university. Let me couch you improve pronunciation, grammar structures, and speaking skills:) Outside my work, I love going out to find an excellent ramen restaurant(there are a lot of ramen places near me!), doing yoga, and skiing. In my lessons, I focus on practical communication, personalized lessons, and cultural understanding. Every student is unique, so I tailor lessons to your goals, whether it’s traveling in Japan, reading Japanese articles, or having casual conversations. My background in education allows me to use evidence-based teaching methods to help you improve efficiently while enjoying the process. こんにちは。陽気でおだやかな先生です。大学で教育学士を取得し、教員免許を持っています。みなさんは何のために、日本語を勉強していますか?好きなことは何ですか?私のレッスンでは、実践的なコミュニケーション、個別に合わせたレッスン、そして異なる文化背景を理解することを大切にしています。学習者一人ひとり目標や学習スタイルが異なるため、旅行会話、記事読解、フリートーク、文法など、あなたの目的に合わせてレッスンをカスタマイズします。教育学の知識を活かして、効率的かつ楽しく学べる指導を提供します。 【コースについて】 1. 旅行日本語: 電車、ホテル、レストラン、買い物、緊急時など、旅行で使えるフレーズやロールプレイを学びます。 2. フリートーク: 興味のある話題でカジュアルな会話練習を行い、流暢な日本語を話せるように練習する。 3.記事読解 【ENG】 1.Travel Japanese: Learn phrases and role-play situations for trains, hotels, restaurants, shopping, and emergencies—perfect for travelers. 2.Free Talk: Practice casual conversation on topics you love, build fluency, and improve your confidence in speaking. 3.Reading Articles: Read and discuss articles, essays, and news to expand vocabulary, understand advanced grammar, and improve comprehension.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mayuko Nihongo.
5.0

629 Lessons

Mayuko Nihongoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·German
+1

certified japanese teacher ★Beginners Friendly ★The lesson content has been redesigned. It is natural to not know where to start or how to learn any language at first! I have taught many beginner classes and I always tell my students that Japanese is not difficult. I also try to create an atmosphere where it is easy for students to say they don't understand what they don't understand.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Hana.
5.0

484 Lessons

Hanaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

A Safe Space to Make Mistakes & Grow Confidence! With 15 years of experience in the medical field, I provide careful and supportive lessons while understanding and addressing your concerns. I create a safe environment where you can make mistakes and build confidence step by step. I have over one and a half years of experience as a Japanese teacher. 【What you can gain from my lessons】 ・Improve your speaking skills naturally through fun conversations. ・Gain confidence in speaking Japanese. ・Learn efficiently with methods tailored to you. 【My strengths】 ・Personalized support based on your pace. ・Simple English support when needed. ・I understand the challenges of language learning and support you emotionally. ・Support for basic medical conversations and terminology is also available. I will do my best to help you improve your Japanese! Let’s relax and enjoy the lesson! ※I'm sorry, but I do not accept students under the age of 18 for lessons. Cancellations made within 24 hours of the lesson time and no-shows will be charged in full. Thank you for your understanding.

USD 9.00/trial
Available 00:45 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Nagisa🌊なぎさ.
5.0

256 Lessons

Nagisa🌊なぎさid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+3

I'm easygoing.(*‘ω‘ *)たまにはいつもとちがう人と話しませんか?1回だけ、たまの気分転換でもOKですよ〜 ☑Qualified I have passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test. 資格(しかく)をもっています。大学生のとき、会話の授業のてつだいをしました。ボランティアもしています。会話(かいわ)のれんしゅう、生活(せいかつ)の日本語をおしえています。 わたしは日本語で話します。 みなさんが、安心(あんしん)してべんきょうできるように、やさしくします。ゆっくりと話して、絵や写真(しゃしん)をつかいます。わかりやすくします。 みなさんと、たのしく べんきょうしたいです☺ I assisted with conversation classes for international students at university. I volunteer at a local Japanese class. I teach conversation practice and everyday Japanese as the volunteer. I keep in mind to give lessons gently so that you can learn without being nervous. I speak slowly and use pictures and photos to make it easy to understand. I want to help you learn to have fun :)

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Misaki.
5.0

473 Lessons

Misakiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Yeares of experience: 5 years+ I am a qualified Japanese teacher. Let's have fun studying with me! こんにちは!日本語教師のMISAKIです😊 日本の北海道に住んでいます。北海道には美味しい食べ物や、美しい景色がたくさんあります⛄ 私の趣味は旅行、ドラマやアニメを見ること、そして読書(小説やマンガ)です。カナダ・フランス・オーストラリア・台湾・韓国など、様々な国へ行ったことがあります。いろいろな国の文化や食べ物などに興味があります✨ レッスンでは、フリートーク、テキストを使った授業、JLPT対策、日常会話など、生徒さんの目的に合わせたレッスンをします(^^) たくさんの初級レベルの学生を教えた経験もあるので、日本語の勉強を始めたばかりの方も安心してください。“やさしい日本語”を使って話しますから、少しずつ日本語に慣れましょう! もちろん長く日本語を勉強している方ともたくさん話せたらうれしいです! I will speak using “easy Japanese,” so let’s get accustomed to Japanese little by little! Of course, I would be happy to talk a lot with those who have been studying Japanese for a long time. I think that each of us has a different purpose of studying, so we would like to decide what kind of study you want to do together. Introduce texts and themes that align with your objectives. JLPT preparation (N5~N3) is also accepted. Let's pass the exam together! Free talk about anime, manga, travel, etc. is also welcome. I will also introduce words that can be used at daily conversation. Let's have a lot of fun and talk! I have passed the Japanese Teaching Competency Test and have completed a 420-hour Japanese teacher training course. After that, I volunteered to give private lessons and taught at a Japanese school. I have worked with students at different levels and from different countries. ⚠️Cancellations for lessons after 24 hours cannot be accepted. Please be aware.⚠️

USD 10.00/trial
Available 00:45 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Eve Eve.
5.0

778 Lessons

Eve Eveid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

I’ve taught English at a Japanese cram school for junior and senior high school students for 2 years, and worked in childcare where I encouraged young learners to use English in daily activities. I also volunteered to teach English at a local kindergarten. These experiences taught me how to be patient, adaptable, and creative in my teaching — skills that are just as important for adult learners as for children. Combined with my nursing background, I’m good at listening carefully and making students feel comfortable and supported. My goal is to create a relaxed space where you can speak freely, make mistakes, and learn natural, everyday Japanese without feeling pressured.

USD 6.00/trial
Available 13:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Rui.
5.0

1,112 Lessons

Ruiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Russian
·Korean
+1

You can learn Japanese in Japanese with me! I have taught Japanese language for almost 10 years. I will support you with your education and help you get used to speaking in Japanese. Through my 10 years as a professional teacher I have helped many students succeed in their Japanese journey. Helping you break your language barriers, improve your speaking level if you aren't a beginner, and getting you to fluency is my main goal.

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USD 12.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yukina.
5.0

728 Lessons

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Let's enjoy talking in Japanese! Hi Nice to meet you. I'm Yukina. ○Favorite things to do in my free time ・Watching movies and anime ・Listning to music ・Travel ・Learning other launguages ◯Launguages ・Japanes(I'm a native speaker) ・English(Daily conversation level) ・German(Daily conversation level)(I studied for a semester in Germany) ・Turkish(Beginner) ・Chinese(Beginner) はじめまして。私の名前はゆきなです。 東京に住んでいます。 ◯趣味 ・映画やアニメを観ること ・音楽を聴くこと ・旅行 ・語学 ◯言語 ・日本語(ネイティブ) ・英語(日常会話) ・ドイツ語(日常会話)(半年間ドイツに留学していました) ・トルコ語(初心者) ・中国語(初心者) Passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test. When I was a student, I studied English, German and Turkish and now I study Chinese. Let's enjoy learning Japanese together♪ 学生時代は英語、ドイツ語、トルコ語を勉強しました。今はは中国語を勉強しています。 一緒に楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう♪ Free talk is my main lesson. You can talk with me anything what you wanna talk♪ If you have some specific topic that you wanna talk, I can prepare some documents or materials for you. Please check other options.

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What our Japanese students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 2,322,355 customer reviews

  • Kayhan

    Kayhan

    Learning Japanese

    As always, we started our lesson with conversation practice. Yukie-sensei is so helpful when I’m trying to form sentences correctly. She also takes notes on our conversations and sends them after each lesson, which is really useful for reviewing! Today, she used drawings to explain the difference between に (ni) and へ (e), which made it so much easier to understand. I really appreciate the care she puts into her explanations and how she makes grammar practice fun and engaging.

  • wei-han Chang

    Learning Japanese

    先生の親しみやすさとプロ意識がとても好きです!いつもリラックスした雰囲気で、文章の修正やネイティブらしい自然なニュアンスを教えてくださいます。 レッスンでは日本語のちょっとしたコツだけでなく、日本人の思考パターンに合わせた文章の書き方や、相手に伝わりやすいコミュニケーションの方法まで学べます。 単に日本語を鍛えるだけでなく、「自分が本当に伝えたいことは何なのか」を深く理解し、その中から重要なポイントを絞り込んで相手に伝えるプロセスを学べました。 自分の考えをどうすれば効果的に伝えられるかを知ることができ、語学の学習以上にとても大切な学びが得られる素晴らしいレッスンです!

  • Dylan L

    Learning Japanese

    Today was my 50th lesson with Kurumi-Sensei! It's been really helpful that she's so consistent that I've been able to form a habit of chatting with her and studying together twice a week. Being able to chat with her about everyday things gives me a lot of chances and experience to become more accustomed to hearing and using the exact everyday type of words and grammar structures that I'd want to use instead of just rote memorizing pre-approved standard expressions. Then when we have less to talk about, or are otherwise done with a chat, we progress to studying from the textbook where I can get more concentrated practice on how to use different grammar structures and how to phrase different types of ideas that I may have just been struggling to convey in conversation. It's a really helpful balance and I feel much more confident stumbling my way through practicing speaking, with Kurumi-Sensei's encouragement. いつも本当にありがとうございます!これからもよろしくお願いします!

  • Monte Huskey

    Learning Japanese

    こうすけさん has been extremely helpful over the course of three months. For the past year and a half, I went through Genki I and II by myself and it never felt like the grammar was sticking like it should, even with the use of Bunpro to help reinforce. Since my lessons have started, the constant review and reinforcement has given me much more confidence in my output and overall understanding of the Japanese language.

  • Melissa Bray

    Melissa Bray

    Learning Japanese

    Happy 100th lesson! I've never regretted a single lesson with Shoko-sensei. I've learned so much. I'm not farther along due to my own lack of studying, but I love our weekly/biweekly sessions and I always leave feeling confident in what I just learned. Her explanations are incredible and adaptable. Here's to 100 more - and by then maybe I will write in all Japanese!!!

  • Keven

    Learning Japanese

    I have taken eight lessons with Yumi Sensei now. She continues to exceed my expectations in every way. She has a very pleasant and easy-going personality and made me feel comfortable from the very first lesson. she encourages me to learn the fundamentals of the language but is also flexible enough to tailor each lesson to my specific needs. because of Yumi Sensei's excellent teaching style, my confidence and skill is building. I will definitely continue taking lessons. 👍😊

  • Jenny L

    Learning Japanese

    Ryo-san is a wonderful sensei! He is calm, friendly, and always well-prepared for our lessons. As a beginner, I was initially a bit shy to speak Japanese, but he was incredibly patient with me. I highly appreciate his detailed feedback, great learning materials, and tailored homework exercises. He perfectly adapts every lesson to my individual needs. I can highly recommend Ryo sensei!

  • Akash Ramaswamy

    Learning Japanese

    Tatsuya san is so so good at maintaining the flow of a conversation, all while guiding me through sentence construction, grammar, and new vocabulary at the same time! Not once are there any awkward pauses as he creates a comfortable environment for me try speaking and make mistakes. It's really quite impressive. I would highly highly recommend!

  • Corie Wallace

    Learning Japanese

    I had weekly lessons with Ayako leading up to a trip to Japan. Ayako was lovely to study with. She is kind and energetic, and very thoughtful when planning tailored lessons. She took input about what I wanted to learn, then taught me things I didn't even know I needed. I plan to study the lesson recap PDFs she provided before my trip, and make a cheat sheet from it. I hope to continue studying with Ayako after I return from Japan.

  • Andreas

    Learning Japanese

    242 Stunden mit Sachiko als Lehrerin - wie die Zeit vergehen kann. Der Unterricht findet auf sehr gutem Deutsch und Japanisch statt - mittlerweile sogar mehr auf japanisch als auf deutsch. Die Dialoge sind meist auf Ereignissen der letzten Woche, wodurch man auch neue Vokabel kennen lernt. Sachiko ist immer pünktlich, gut vorbereitet, und steckt mit ihrer guten Laune immer an. Der Unterricht folgt einem "Lehrplan" analog einem Lehrbuch. Es wird aber nicht nur stumpf das Buch abgearbeitet sondern Grammatik / Kulturelles wird durch eigene, verständlichere Folien / Bilder erklärt. Zu Beginn jeder Unterrichtstunde gibt es einen Dialog / Sprechübung, in der man über Urlaubsbilder, Geschehnisse aus der letzten Woche o.Ä. spricht. Ansonsten sprechen die Zahlen für sich: Anzahl Studenten vs Anzahl Stunden: viele Studenten nehmen mehr als nur 1-3 Stunden bei ihr. 5 Sterne Bewertung bei > 7100 Stunden - findet mal eine 5 Sterne Google-Bewertung mit über 7100 Bewertungen.

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Do I need a tutor to learn Japanese?

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Using a Japanese language tutor on italki helps you learn the Japanese you’ll actually use, not just textbook phrases, by focusing on real conversations, common expressions, and situations you encounter in daily life.

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Consistency is key. Short, regular lessons are usually more effective than longer, infrequent sessions. Your learning style also matters: some students do well with more intensive lessons, while others prefer a slower, steady pace. A private Japanese tutor can help you design a schedule that fits your lifestyle, and lessons can be adjusted as your goals evolve.

Do italki's Japanese tutors offer free online Japanese lessons?

While italki Japanese tutors don’t offer completely free lessons, many provide trial lessons at a heavily discounted rate. Each student can book up to three trial lessons (one per tutor), giving you the chance to experience different Japanese teaching styles before committing. These trial lessons let you try a Japanese lesson online, assess the tutor’s approach, discuss your goals, and see if their style suits you. It’s a low-risk way to find the right Japanese teacher for your needs.

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No. You don’t need any previous knowledge to start learning Japanese on italki. The platform has many Japanese tutors for beginners who specialize in teaching students with no prior knowledge of Japanese. These tutors understand the challenges of starting from scratch and know how to make the language approachable from day one.

Finding a Japanese tutor for beginners is simple. When browsing tutor profiles, filter by specialization (such as “beginners”), watch introduction videos, and read reviews from other students.

Starting as a complete beginner can even be an advantage, since your Japanese instructor will guide you toward good pronunciation and grammar habits from the very beginning.

What is the difference between an italki Community tutor vs. Professional tutor?

The main difference between an italki community tutor and a professional tutor lies in their qualifications, teaching style, and focus.Professional tutors are certified teachers with formal training. They offer structured lessons with prepared materials, covering grammar, vocabulary, and exam prep. They provide study resources and detailed feedback during online Japanese lessons, making them ideal for beginners or students seeking systematic learning.

Community tutors, on the other hand, are native or fluent speakers without formal teaching credentials. They focus on conversational practice, helping learners build fluency and confidence in a flexible, informal, and often more budget-friendly way.Many learners use both: professional Japanese tutors for foundational skills and community Japanese tutors for speaking practice.

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Private online Japanese lessons with a dedicated Japanese language instructor make learning faster, easier, and more enjoyable than group classes or self-study. Your lessons are customized to your level, goals, and interests, be it mastering kanji, improving pronunciation, preparing for the JLPT, or speaking confidently in daily conversation.

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How to hire a Japanese tutor with italki?

Hiring a Japanese tutor on italki is simple and straightforward. Here’s how to get started:

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