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Learn Japanese with the teacher Michi.
5.0

17 Lessons

Michiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish
+1

🌸Gentle Japanese Lessons with English/Spanish Support Hello! I'm Michi 😊 I teach Japanese gently and clearly, with explanations in English and Spanish. I have experience teaching both children and adults, and I adapt lessons to each student's level and goals. I'm also a big Studio Ghibli fan, and I love using fun, natural Japanese expressions that appear in everyday conversation and Japanese culture. If you enjoy Ghibli movies or Japanese pop culture, we can include them in our lessons too! こんにちは!Michiです😊 スペイン語と英語で説明しながら、日本語をやさしく教えています。 子どもから大人まで幅広い学習者に日本語を教えてきました。 大学で日本語教師養成課程を修了し、小学校で外国語アシスタントとして働いた経験があります。 初心者の方にも、ゆっくり丁寧に説明することが得意です。 レッスンでは会話を中心に、日常ですぐに使える実践的な日本語を楽しく学べます。 発音や文法のサポートはもちろん、フリートークやロールプレイを取り入れながら、一人ひとりのレベルや目標に合わせてレッスンを行います。 日本語に自信がない方、これから学び始める方も大歓迎です! 一緒に楽しく日本語を学びましょう😊

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

2,039 Lessons

Chie Nowaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·French
+2

Comprehensible Input /Natural Output approach. Start from a zero beginner. With LOTS of Pictures 🥇 Certified with 420 hours of Advanced Japanese Teaching Course from Australia 🥇 Taught in an international language school in Canada (7+ years). 🥇 Teaching online since March 2020 and completed 1,769 lessons as of 2026-03-03, and counting!) 🥇 Working knowledge in language teaching methodologies - TPR (Total Physical Response), ETM (Education Through Music), Comprehensible Listening, TPRS (Teaching Proficiency through Reading Stories, etc. 🥇 Worked for Japanese companies and can guide you on Japanese business culture.

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher のりこ せんせい.
5.0

4,438 Lessons

のりこ せんせいid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Top 1% Japanese teachers in ITALKI. I passed the Japanese teaching certification exam and taught man I studied Japanese literature, worked as an editor and project planner, and now have over 10 years of experience as a Japanese language teacher. Having taught students from diverse backgrounds, I also hold the Registered Japanese Language Teacher qualification, which is a Japanese national certification. I truly value closely supporting each learner’s unique goals and challenges, and I also specialize in business Japanese and professional topics. I look forward to welcoming everyone who wants to discover Japanese culture and a new version of themselves! 日本文学を学び、編集者や企画職を経て、日本語教師として10年以上の経験があります。多国籍の生徒を指導し、国家資格「登録日本語教師」の資格も取得。学習者一人ひとりの目標や悩みに寄り添うことを大切にしています。ビジネス日本語や専門的な話題も得意です。日本文化と、新しい自分に出会いたい方をお待ちしています。 [My Philosophy] My priority is to find each learner's challenges and tailor my approach. Discover Japanese culture and a new side of yourself—I can’t wait to meet you! [Lessons] Conducted in Japanese. • Beginner: Learn simple words using pictures, Hiragana, Katakana, and Kanji. • Intermediate: Focus on grammar, creating sentences, and sharing your stories. • Advanced: Discuss business, science, and literature, and practice Keigo through role-play. I value every single lesson! 【教育方針】 教える上で最も大切なのは、学習者の課題を見極め、一人ひとりに最適な方法で寄り添うことです。これこそが意欲を高め、成長を実感できる道だからです。 【レッスンプラン】 授業は直接日本語で行います。 ・初心者:絵を使い、簡単な言葉や文字(平仮名・片仮名・漢字)から始めます。 ・中級:文法を軸に、例文作成や自分のことをたくさん話す練習をします。 ・上級:ビジネス、科学、文学などのテーマや、敬語を用いた実践的ロールプレーを行います。

Business
USD 5.00/trial
Available 04:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ryo.
Ryoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Learn Japanese Through Your Story|Conversation-Focused|Australia & 5-Star Hospitality Speak First. Fluency Follows. You don't become fluent before you speak. You become fluent because you speak. My goal isn't simply to teach you Japanese. My goal is to help you express yourself and be yourself in Japanese. This is the philosophy behind my lessons. Hi! I'm Ryo and I've taught over 800 online Japanese lessons to students from around the world. My lessons focus on real conversation, not just textbooks. Instead of memorizing dialogues, we'll talk about our life, your work, hobbies, travel, dreams, and daily experiences so you learn Japanese you can actually use. Don't worry about making mistakes. Most Japanese people care more about what you want to say than perfect grammar. My goal is to create a relaxed environment where you can speak with confidence. Personalized Review After Every Lesson Learning doesn't stop when the lesson ends. After each lesson, I create personalized review materials based on what we actually talked about, including lesson notes, vocabulary, grammar, and practice exercises, so you can keep improving between lessons. I've also worked in Tokyo's IT industry and in multicultural workplaces in Australia, so I can support you in English whenever needed. If you want to: ✅ Speak Japanese naturally and confidently ✅ Enjoy traveling or living in Japan more ✅ Learn with lessons designed just for you I'd love to help you on your Japanese journey. Let's enjoy learning Japanese together!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chika🐈.
5.0

30 Lessons

Chika🐈id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·French

🐾 Learn JP with a Cat lover in FR! 🐈 Support in EN/FR 🇫🇷✨(Voov available) ●自己紹介 / About Me / À propos de moi 皆さん、こんにちは!フランス在住の日本語教師、ちか (Chika) です。 私自身、フランスで異文化生活を送る中で、新しい言葉を学ぶ大変さと通じた時の喜びを日々実感しています。皆さんの不安な気持ちを包み込めるような、温かく親しみやすい雰囲気でサポートします。 En: Hi! I'm Chika, a Japanese teacher living in France. Living abroad helps me truly understand the challenges of learning a language. I’m here to support you with a warm, friendly atmosphere. Fr : Bonjour ! Je m'appelle Chika, enseignante de japonais résidant en France. Vivre à l'étranger me permet de comprendre les défis de l'apprentissage. Je vous accompagne avec chaleur et convivialité. ●一緒に楽しく学びましょう / Learning Together / Apprenons ensemble 日本の国家資格を持つ日本語教師です。 講師としてはフレッシュな存在ですが、その分、皆さんの「わからない」に一番近い目線で、情熱を持って丁寧に向き合います。納得いくまで一緒に一歩ずつ進みましょう。初心者の方も大歓迎です! En: As a certified teacher, I bring a fresh and passionate perspective to my lessons. I’ll work with you patiently until you feel confident. Beginners are more than welcome! Fr: En tant qu'enseignante certifiée, j'apporte un regard neuf et passionné à mes cours. Je m'adapte à vos besoins avec patience. Les débutants sont les bienvenus ! ●レッスンの特徴 / Lesson Style / Ma Méthode 自然な日本語: 教科書だけでなく、日常で使う生きた表現を学びます。 自分のペースで: 焦る必要はありません。じっくり進めましょう。 柔軟な言語サポート: フランス語や英語を使って、あなたの理解を助けます。 En: Learn natural Japanese at your own pace. I use English or French to help you understand better. Fr: Apprenez le japonais naturel à votre rythme. Je m'appuie sur le français ou l'anglais pour faciliter votre compréhension. 「わかる・伝える・つながる」喜びを一緒に分かち合いましょう!

USD 7.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kohei.
5.0

4,619 Lessons

Koheiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Top 1% of Japanese Tutors in 2022 🐅 Hello! I’m a Japanese tutor from Wakayama, Japan, and I’ve been teaching Japanese on italki since 2021. I mainly teach beginner to intermediate students through conversation practice. We can talk about everyday topics or more challenging subjects. I correct grammar and pronunciation when necessary and help you speak Japanese naturally and confidently without worrying about mistakes. For beginners, I can explain Japanese in English. I also offer JLPT preparation using GENKI and TRY!, depending on your level and goals. We can practice grammar, vocabulary, reading, and conversation together. I enjoy learning languages, reading, and watching Netflix. I’m interested in different cultures and love talking with students from around the world. Whether you want to practice conversation, improve your speaking skills, or prepare for the JLPT, I’d be happy to help! Let’s enjoy learning Japanese together! 😊 こんにちは!和歌山県出身のTutorです。2021年からitalkiで日本語を教えています。 主に初心者から中級者の方を対象に、会話中心のレッスンをしています。日常会話から少し難しいテーマまで、いろいろな話題について楽しく話しましょう。 会話中は、必要に応じて文法や発音を訂正します。間違いを気にせずたくさん話し、自然で自信のある日本語を身につけることを目指します。 初心者の方も大歓迎です! 必要な場合は英語で説明できます。また、JLPT対策では、レベルや目標に合わせて『げんき』や『TRY!』を使い、文法・語彙・読解・会話を練習します。 趣味は語学学習、読書、Netflixです。私自身も外国語を勉強しているので、学習の楽しさや難しさを理解しています。 会話練習、日本語の上達、JLPT対策など、ぜひ一緒に楽しく勉強しましょう!😊

USD 7.00/trial
Available 15:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Natsu(なつ).
5.0

605 Lessons

Natsu(なつ)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

Nationally Certified Japanese Teacher | Classroom & Business Experience | Culture & Nature Lover In 2023, I completed a Japanese teacher training course and passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test. Now I teach Japanese at a language school, an online school, and an IT company. With about 10 years of experience as a web director, I can also help with business Japanese. 🏫 I teach beginner to intermediate classes (around 20 students) at a Japanese language school. 💻 I give private and small group lessons at an online Japanese school in Taiwan. 🧑‍💻 I also teach business Japanese to engineers at an IT company. 👩‍🏫 I can help with grammar, conversation, and JLPT preparation.

Test PreparationBusiness
USD 5.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kazuko_和子.
5.0

327 Lessons

Kazuko_和子id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+5

どこの国に行っても道を尋ねられるタイプです。 はじめまして! 私は35か国を旅したバックパッカーです。 チェコやバルカン半島、エジプト、インド、ウズベキスタン、アメリカなど多様な文化に触れてきました。1年ほどタイで働いた経験もあります。 行った国では「日本語を教えて」「私の名前を漢字で書いて」などよく言われ、個別授業を含め日本語を教えた経験も豊富です。 仕事で編集ライターの経験があるため、日本語には敏感です。 正確な日本語力を活かし、初心者の方にもわかりやすく教えます。 また、仕事で採用を担当しているので、採用面接のデモをすることができます。 italkiは2024年から始めました。 レッスン時間は月曜日から日曜日までの、日本時間夜7時~夜10時です。 1か月先までの予約を受け付けています。 会話ですので、教材や宿題はありません。フリートークです。 皆さんが話す時間を多くするよう、質問しながらも 日本語の使い方に違和感があるときは 文法の修正や適切な表現を丁寧に修正していきます。 皆さんの国のこと、趣味のことなどたくさん聞かせてください!

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Majo (まほ) 🌸.
5.0

7,067 Lessons

Majo (まほ) 🌸id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Spanish
Native
·English
+1

Passionate about science and language ¡Hola! Soy María José, pero puedes llamarme Majo. Nací en Perú, viví en Japón y ahora resido en Argentina, así que conozco bien tres culturas y lenguas. Me apasiona la comida peruana, el cine y soy fan de Studio Ghibli. Si te interesa aprender español o japonés con alguien que entiende la experiencia multicultural, ¡conversemos! Además, tengo una cuenta de Instagram para estudiantes: disfruta_hablando. ¡Te espero! はじめまして、マリアホセです!ペルー生まれ、日本に住んだ経験があり、今はアルゼンチンに住んでいます。三つの文化と言語に親しんでいます。ペルー料理や映画、ジブリが大好きです。多文化に興味がある方、スペイン語や日本語を一緒に楽しく学びましょう!インスタもやっています:disfruta_hablando。お待ちしています! Hi! I’m Maria Jose, but you can call me Majo. I’m from Peru, lived in Japan, and now call Argentina home—so I know three cultures and languages well. I love Peruvian food, movies, and Studio Ghibli! If you want to learn Spanish or Japanese with someone who truly understands multicultural life, let’s chat. Check out my Instagram for students: disfruta_hablando. See you soon!

USD 12.00/trial
Available 18:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher SHOYA.
5.0

4,547 Lessons

SHOYAid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Let's talk with native Japanese ! ・I am a university graduate Japanese native speaker with English language and communication certificate from the University of Kansaigaidai. ・Born in Hokkaido and raised in Hiroshima. ・I worked for a finance company for five years. ・Now I work in an HR department in a real estate company. ・I like to watch anime and movies. I just went to Osaka Comicon 2024 【For people living in Japan】 ●I can introduce job opportunities including part-time and full-time positions. ●I can also provide support for short-term stays, work and long-term visa applications. ・I have experience to teach Japanese and support Foreigners to take interview for Japanese company. ・ I like to teach very casual and natural Japanese, so that you can make a lot of Japanese friends. Feel relaxed to take my lesson. ・Everybody has their own personality, interests, dreams and some interesting knowledges . We don't live in a same country, but I want to make a place that we can share our knowledges and get to know each other using languages. 【Free conversation】 【checking or correcting your Japanese sentences】 【Business conversation/role playing conversation  interview practice】

Business
USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ayako.
5.0

12.8k Lessons

Ayakoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·French

こんにちは ♬ Let's study Japanese with me!Let's have fun♬ I love teaching Japanese to all the levels. I also like to share things about Japanese culture and customs. ***COURSE*** *Japanese for beginners ✔ grammar ✔vocabulary ✔hiragana, katakana,kanji ✔reading ✔ writing ✔speaking, conversation *Reading Comprehension ✔ news articles ✔ reading texts from the textbooks ✔ reading manga/novel *Japanese One on One ✔flexible class depending what a student want to practice ✔ speaking ✔ discussion ✔ check and correct students school homework or writing text *JLPT Preparation 🙏As mentioned in the italki lesson policy, no show or cancellation with less than 24hours before the lesson will be charged in full price. Thank you for your understanding.

Test Preparation
USD 15.00/trial
Available 20:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Alisa アリサ.
5.0

2,475 Lessons

Alisa アリサid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
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Russian
Native
·English
·Czech

5 years of full-time tutoring (JPN/RUS) ・Кому я подойду как репетитор? Всем тем, кто хочет изучать язык с нуля или со среднего уровня, а также тем, у кого японский - это необходимый язык для работы/учёбы в университете. Я также могу помочь с японским тем, кто хочет переехать в Японию и поступить в языковую школу, так как я сама прошла этот путь от 0 до уверенного владения языком. Who would I fit as a tutor? For those who want to learn the language from scratch/intermediate level, as well as for those who need Japanese for work/university studies. I can also help with Japanese for those who want to move to Japan or enroll in a language school because I have experienced that myself.

USD 15.00/trial
Available 17:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Aira.
Airaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

資格を持った講師と初級から日本語を学びましょう 【初心者歓迎】英語サポートあり!楽しく学ぶ日本語レッスン はじめまして、日本語講師のAiraです。日本語教師養成講座を修了し、日本語学校やオンラインでの指導経験があります。日常会話レベルの英語サポートができるため、日本語のみでの受講が不安な初心者の方もご安心ください。 レッスンでは、楽しく会話したい方、初級文法を学びたい方、文章をしっかり精読したい方に合わせて丁寧に指導します。必要に応じて英語も交えながら、あなたのペースでサポートします。まずはお気軽にトライアルレッスンをお試しください!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher ياباربية YabArabiya.
5.0

1,974 Lessons

ياباربية YabArabiyaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Arabic
·Turkish
·Arabic (Gulf)
·English
·Chinese (Mandarin)
·Korean
+4

Zero to Fluent: Logical Grammar, Zen Culture & Business | JLPT N5-N2 [English/Arabic/Turkish] I help students master Japanese through a logical, structured approach, combining clear grammar explanations with engaging memory aids like my original conjugation charts. With a professional background at the core of the financial industry, I specialize in advanced Business Japanese, corporate etiquette, and Keigo. Additionally, I offer deep cultural insights into Bushido (the Samurai code) and Zen for students wishing to understand the authentic Japanese mindset. Having taught diverse language backgrounds, I tailor lessons to your goals—whether passing JLPT (N5–N2) or launching a career in Japan. ■ Teaching style Using exclusive visual art and right-brain memory techniques Step-by-step grammar explanations grounded in logical structure Advanced Business Japanese (Informed by financial industry experience, covering corporate etiquette and Keigo) Cultural insights: Exploring the mindsets of Bushido, Zen, and traditional culture A supportive environment where mistakes are welcomed as a natural part of learning Out-of-lesson support: I answer reasonable questions between lessons to keep your momentum going ■ Lesson features & rules Lessons available in English, Arabic, and Turkish Chinese, Korean, and Kazakh support available in some cases 1-on-1 lessons only Age 14+ Cancel at least 6 hours before lesson Please answer the level check questions before the first lesson. Otherwise, I may not be able to proceed Please keep your camera ON during the lesson

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

309 Lessons

Yukikoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Speak Real Japanese with Confidence|Grammar → Conversation Konnichiwa! I’m Yukiko, a certified Japanese teacher based in Japan. I’ve taught over 1,500 lessons. 🌱 【Is this you?】 You’ve studied Japanese grammar and vocabulary, but using them in conversation still feels difficult. Or perhaps you’re a beginner wondering where to start. You’re welcome here! 🗣️ 【How we learn】 • Lessons are tailored to your goals and interests. • Study with the GENKI textbook and practise using its grammar and vocabulary in conversations about your life. • Bring your own materials or explore topics you enjoy if you prefer a different approach. • Practise answering follow-up questions and asking your own, so you can keep a conversation going. I’ll guide you step by step with patient feedback and small, achievable challenges. I love seeing students realize, “I can say this in Japanese!” ✨ 【Where to start】 Book a Trial Lesson to discuss your goals and try speaking practice at your level. Afterward, we can choose the GENKI program or personalized lessons together based on what you want to learn. 🎧 Podcast: Nihongo Biyori — natural Japanese conversations between native speakers.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuka E.
5.0

17 Lessons

Yuka Eid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Chinese (Mandarin)
·Korean
·French
+2

【FEMALE ONLY】Start Here ✨ Speak Japanese like a native with an experienced, caring tutor☕️ *Female Only 女学生专用/女學生專用 여학생 한정 After working for 7 years in Canada and Japan, I came back to school to pursue my passion for language education. I graduated from Ochanomizu University with BA in Language and Culture (English linguistics). Just like you, I love learning languages (More accurately, I love learning the mechanism of speaking a foreign language). I speak English, Korean, Chinese, and I'm currently learning French and Russian. I try to share as much knowledge as possible to enrich my students' Japanese learning experience! こんにちは🏝️☕️ゆうかです! カナダと日本で約7年間働いた後、言語教育を勉強するため大学で学びました。お茶の水女子大学文教育学部を卒業しています。私自身も、皆さんと同じように言語を学ぶことが大好きな学習者です。英語・韓国語・中国語を話し、現在はフランス語とロシア語を勉強しています。 外国語学習の楽しさだけでなく、難しさも経験してきたからこそ、一人ひとりの目的やレベルに寄り添ったレッスンを大切にしています。また、レッスンではクリアな説明とたくさんの練習ができるよう心がけています☺️💪 I've been teaching Japanese mostly to adults since 2022. Before that, I taught elementary English and Chinese to Japanese working professionals for 1 year. Aside from teaching, I also work as an assistant director at a video production company in Tokyo. 🔑 The core of my classes is to give you a CLEAR & DEEP understanding of Japanese. During each session, we will carefully look at: ・Pronunciation ・Grammar ・Vocabulary ・Cultural knowledge ・Linguistic differences & similarities If you are interested in / place importance on studying Japanese beyond just casual learning , my lessons are for you.

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Cosimo.
5.0

16.6k Lessons

Cosimoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
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Italian
Native
·Chinese (Mandarin)
·English

🐷 Animal lover 🤡 Fun 😇 Patient 💬 Talkative 🧚‍♀️ Storyteller

USD 18.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Tsukasa in Tokyo.
5.0

91 Lessons

Tsukasa in Tokyoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

No time? No problem. Improve your Japanese in 30 minutes a day. Hello! Hola! I’m Tsukasa, a Japanese teacher from Hyogo, now living in Tokyo. I speak Japanese, English, and Spanish. Because I’ve learned languages myself, I understand how exciting—and sometimes confusing—learning a new language can be. In my lessons, you can relax, feel comfortable, and ask anything. What I teach I teach all levels, from complete beginners to advanced learners. Beginners: simple Japanese or English explanations Conversation practice: natural daily Japanese Intermediate/advanced: reading, writing, kanji, opinion exchange Business Japanese: polite language and workplace communication Experience(けいけん) I have taught Japanese for five years, with experience in online lessons, in‑person lessons, café lessons, and group classes. So far, I’ve worked with more than 50 students from various backgrounds. Students often say my lessons feel friendly, comfortable, and fun, and that they can speak without fear of mistakes. I use textbooks like Minna no Nihongo and Irodori, plus lots of real-life expressions you can use right away. わたしのすきなもの I love anime, coffee, food, sports, concerts, dramas, manga, fashion, and cosmetics. Let’s enjoy learning Japanese together—I look forward to meeting you!

USD 13.00/trial
Available 21:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher MAMI.
5.0

298 Lessons

MAMIid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Korean
·English

Japanese for Beginners & JLPT — Support in English & Korean! Hi, I’m Mami! Born in Tokyo with Okinawan family roots. I’ve lived in Oregon, Oklahoma, and Guilin, and speak English and Korean. Passionate about languages and connecting with people from all over the world. I love yoga, reading, travel, exploring cafes, and spending time with cats. I enjoy talking with people from different backgrounds! Let’s make your Japanese journey fun and meaningful together. I can’t wait to meet you!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 01:30 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Masayo.
5.0

385 Lessons

Masayoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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みなさん、こんにちは! わたしの名前は、まさよ、です。 日本で生まれ、日本で育ちました。東京都の出身です。 日本の、ヒロシマ、おおさか、ナゴヤ、など、ほかの都市でも生活しました。 同じ日本語でも、その土地によって発音や単語の違いがあり、そのオモシロサも経験しました。 最近までトルコに8年間住んでいました。 トルコの優しい人々、美味しい料理、古い歴史が大好きです。 Merhabalar! İsmim Masayo, ben Japonum. Tokyo’da büyüdüm. Fakat Japonya’da Hiroshima, Osaka, Nagoya gibi başka şehirinde de yaşadım. Türkiye’de 8 yıldır yaşadım Türk insan çok nazik. Yemekleri çok lezzetli. Güzel tarihi var. Bunları çok seviyorum. わたしも外国に住んでいましたので、外国語を話すことのむずかしさを理解しています。 同時に、話せる時の楽しさも実感しています。 その土地の人々と会話し、文化にふれることは、その土地の言葉を好きになり、じょうずに話せるようになる上で役立ってきました。 それで、外国語の上達には、ネイティブスピーカーと会話することがとても大切だと考えています。 私は英語をあまり話せません。おもに日本語で会話してゆきます。 Ben de başka ülkede yaşadım. Bu yüzden yabancı dil öğrenmenin ne kadar zor olduğunu aynı zamanda ne kadar güzel olduğunu da öğrendim. Türk insanlarla konuşarak, güzel yemekleri tadarak,ayrıca eski tarihli inceleyerek Türkçeyi öğrendim. Bunlar Türkçemin gelişmesine çok etkiledi. Japonca öğrendiğinizde birlikte sohbet etmek size çok yarar sağlar. Maalesef İngilizcem çok zayıf. normalde Japonca ile sohbet edelim. わたしのレッスンは主にフリートークですが、せいかくな発音や、声をだして文を読んだり、文をつくったりするお手伝いができます。みなさんの好きなこと、経験したこと、知りたいことなど、なんでもわたしに教えてくださいね。ゆっくりで大丈夫です。いっしょに会話しながら楽しく日本語をまなんでいきましょう! Benim derslerim serbest konuşma üzerindedir. Ama doğru telaffuz söylemenize, sesli okumanıza ve cümle kurmanıza yardımcı olabilirim. Sevdiğiniz, yaşadığınız ya da öğrenmek istediğiniz şeyleri bana anlatabilirsiniz. Birlikte sohbet ederek Japonca öğrenelim!

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What our Japanese students say

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  • Annie Jiang

    Annie Jiang

    Learning Japanese

    We went through more reading strategies today. It was really hopeful to know how to read faster for different types of questions. Chieko’s lesson is always very structured where we go through the theory before diving into the practical and wrapping up with a summary. She’s also very encouraging despite me not being 100% sure and guessing answers which makes me feel at ease. When there is a word I don’t know she also encourages me think what it means as there are probably plenty of words in the JLPT that I won’t know.

  • Debbie

    Learning Japanese

    Dear Hana Sensei, It has been a true honor and privilege to take lessons with Hana sensei. She has gotten me more in touch with my Japanese cultural heritage dating back to when my Japanese grandfather first journeyed from Hiroshima to California in 1900. She has been my inspiration to learn Japanese at a higher level continue my learning journey. Currently, I have taken more than 105 weekly lessons. During these lessons, I have learned about Japanese culture, customs, daily life, and how to communicate in Japanese! I have enjoyed my lessons so much that I am striving to one day take the JLPT examination, a comprehensive Japanese language proficiency test. Thank so much for making learning Japanese exceptionally fun and rewarding! I can’t wait for next week’s learning experience! Take care. ~ Debbie

  • reem

    reem

    Learning Japanese

    This is my second (and certainly not last) "Refining Your Japanese: Mastering Natural Expression" class. I took this class because I wanted detailed feedback on the mistakes I frequently make. During the first class, we talked and decided on the type of conversation I wanted, and I chose mostly freestyle unless I have no topics. The class is very fun but extremely helpful! While we're talking, sensei is writing everything I say. After 20 minutes or so, before I change the topic, we go over what I've said and correct it one by one. Sensei gives color-coded feedback and explanation when needed! Soyoko sensei's feedback is extremely detailed, exactly what I wanted and more! Thank you sensei! see you next class :D

  • Nathan D.

    Nathan D.

    Learning Japanese

    Kyouko is an amazing Japanese teacher! She has been of great assistance helping me to develop confidence in my speaking. She truly cares about her student's progress and has developed materials and roleplaying exercises tailored to my specific needs. I highly recommend her as a teacher.

  • Mikołaj

    Mikołaj

    Learning Japanese

    Lessons with Anri先生 are very good. She is always prepared and never late to our classes. I often feel encouraged to try my best and speak even if I am not sure if I am correct. In case of any mistakes, the are explained in understandable way. The atmosphere is also very friendly. I really enjoy our lessons, I feel motivated to continue my learning and I can see my level raising from lesson to lesson. Highly recommended!

  • Kelvin Perez

    Kelvin Perez

    Learning Japanese

    独学でJLPT N1に合格した後、次はどうやってネイティブレベルに近づいていけばいいのか相談したくて、こうすけ先生を選びました。 最初のレッスンでは、一緒に自分の改善点や癖を見つけ、今後のレッスンプランを立てていただきました。また、レッスンプランに沿って進めるだけでなく、日本での日々の生活の中で感じた疑問や、日本語についての質問にも柔軟に答えていただいています。 毎回楽しく話しながら、自分でも少しずつ「ネイティブレベル」という大きな目標に近づいていると感じています。 初心者だけではなく、すでにN2やN1レベルの上級日本語を身につけている方にも、こうすけ先生のレッスンをおすすめします!

  • 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!

  • 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!!!

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