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Learn Japanese with the teacher Kaori.
5.0

11.5k Lessons

Kaori
id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

For everyone from children to business people, Intensive training in speaking and listening 2019年(ねん)から NPOで日本語(にほんご)を教(おし)えています。日本で暮(く)らす外国人(がいこくじん)に教(おし)えています。 みなさんが必要(ひつよう)な日本語を教(おし)えることが大切(たいせつ)です。 みなさんに合(あ)わせた日本語のレッスンを準備(じゅんび) します。 -------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Since 2019, I've had a Japanese class for people who live in Japan. It's important for me to teach Japanese which the students need it. I will prepare the lesson for you. Please let me know your goal . I would like to think of the steps for you to reach your goal.

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

6,341 Lessons

Crystal
id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·English

15+ years’ experience training pronunciation, rhythm, and fluency for clear, natural speech. 1) I specialize in detailed pronunciation analysis and use targeted drills to correct pronunciation efficiently. With a sharp ear attuned to phonetic nuances, this approach helps beginner‑to‑advanced learners systematically improve their Chinese pronunciation and speaking rhythm. 2)I adapt the material to each student’s individual needs, so you can immediately apply what you’ve learned after every lesson. Grammar is presented in concise, clear language, and I employ a variety of engaging activities that encourage you to speak more confidently and fluently. 3)I’m very interested in teaching Chinese characters and am dedicated to making character instruction engaging and enjoyable.

USD 13.99/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher yasu.
yasuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Korean
·English
+2

Learn Japanese with clarity, structure, and practical conversation I've been teaching Japanese school, online for over 10 years. I've taught students of various levels, but I've especially focused on teaching those who have "finished beginner level but can't move on to the next level" or those who "have been stuck at the intermediate level for a long time. In my lessons, I focus on the following things to solve the struggles of intermediate-level students: - Practicing expressions you can use in real-life situations, over and over again - Having conversations about topics and things you're interested in - Carefully explaining difficult points one by one, such as particles, honorific language, and subtle nuances Now, let me briefly introduce my lessons. 💡 About My Lessons - For those who want to study properly using a textbook Using "Irodori" or "Marugoto," we'll work on developing your four skills—listening, speaking, reading, and writing—in a balanced way. - For those who want to study without a textbook Let's use the original 4-panel comics I created to learn vocabulary and grammar through different situations, and practice listening to improve your conversational ability. - Other options Free conversation and original games are also available for those who want to enjoy learning Japanese in a natural, fun way! If you're thinking "I want to speak more fluently" or "I understand somewhat, but I can't speak naturally"—please come try a trial lesson. Let's work hard together!

USD 13.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Matsuko.
5.0

132 Lessons

Matsukoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·German

英語とドイツ語、OKです (English and German speaker)☺ みなさん、こんにちは。東京生まれで現在はドイツ在住のMatsukoです。英語とドイツ語も話せるため、初心者の方や外国語学習に不安のある方も安心してご参加いただけます。私自身も英語・ドイツ語を学んでいるので、言語習得の難しさや楽しさをよく理解しています。グルメ、旅行、読書が趣味で、これらの話題を交えながら、日本の文化や日常会話を分かりやすく、楽しくご紹介いたします。日本語をより身近に感じたい方、ぜひ一緒に学びましょう。お会いできるのを楽しみにしています。 Hello, everyone! I’m Matsuko—born in Tokyo and currently living in Germany. Since I speak English and German, beginners and those who feel uneasy about learning a foreign language can join with confidence. As I am also a learner of English and German myself, I truly understand both the challenges and the joys of language acquisition. I love food, travel, and reading; I’ll incorporate these topics into our lessons to introduce Japanese culture and everyday conversation in a fun, easy-to-understand way. If you’d like to get more familiar with the Japanese language, let’s learn together! I look forward to meeting you. *Being on holiday till end of August :)

USD 11.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher 慢慢中文🌿ManmanMandarin.
5.0

44 Lessons

慢慢中文🌿ManmanMandarinid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·English
·French

🌿 Gentle Mandarin|日本語OK|English Support|Business Chinese|初心者歓迎 Hi, I’m Alice 😊 Welcome to Manman Mandarin — a gentle and supportive language learning space. 🌿 I teach Mandarin Chinese and also offer practical Japanese conversation lessons. Whether you’re learning Mandarin or Japanese for travel, work, or daily life, I’ll guide you at your own pace. I believe language learning isn’t about being perfect—it’s about building confidence and enjoying real communication. 🌱 I can help with: ✔ Daily Conversation ✔ Travel Chinese ✔ Pronunciation & Grammar ✔ Business Chinese ✔ Taiwanese Culture 🌿 Why learn with me? ✔ Certified Mandarin Teacher (TCSOL) ✔ Chinese teaching experience at a language school in Japan ✔ Lived & worked in Japan for 6 years ✔ Japanese & English support Let’s enjoy learning together, one step at a time. 😊 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ こんにちは、Aliceです😊 Manman Mandarinへようこそ🌿 私は台湾出身の中国語教師です。 「中国語を楽しく話せるようになりたい」 「台湾旅行をもっと楽しみたい」 「仕事で中国語を使いたい」 そんな一人ひとりの目標に合わせて、安心して続けられるレッスンを大切にしています。 完璧な発音や文法でなくても大丈夫。 少しずつ自信をつけながら、「伝わる中国語」を身につけていきましょう。 🌱 レッスンの特徴 ✔ TCSOL国際中国語教師資格 ✔ 日本の中国語教室で指導経験 ✔ 日本在住・勤務 約6年 ✔ 日本語で文法説明OK ✔ 初心者から上級者まで対応 ✔ 一人ひとりに合わせたカスタマイズレッスン 日本で生活・仕事をしてきた経験があるので、日本人が苦手と感じやすいポイントや文化の違いも理解しています。 焦らず、自分のペースで、一緒に楽しく中国語を学びましょう🌿 ━━━━━━━━━━━━━━ 你好,我是 Alice 😊 歡迎來到 Manman Mandarin 🌿 我是來自台灣的中文老師,也提供實用、自然的日文會話課程。 曾在日本生活、工作約六年,也曾於日本中文補習班任教,因此了解中文母語者學日文,以及日本人學中文時常遇到的文法、發音與文化差異。 我相信,語言學習不是追求完美,而是一步一步建立自信,真正開口交流。 ✔ TCSOL 國際中文教師資格 ✔ 日本中文補習班教學經驗 ✔ 日本生活、工作 6 年 ✔ 可使用中文、日文、英文授課 不論你想學中文,還是提升日文會話,都歡迎來到 Manman Mandarin,一起慢慢學、慢慢進步!🌿

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

92 Lessons

Momoko
id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Friendly lessons for beginners to advanced learners—focus on real-life Japanese! Since I was in junior high school, I have always enjoyed teaching my friends how to study 📖✍️ I provide lessons that are kind, easy to understand, and detailed. I teach everyone—from complete beginners who have just started learning Hiragana to advanced learners who are already working in Japan. 中学生の頃から、友達に勉強を教えることが好きです📖✍️ 優しく、分かりやすく、丁寧なレッスンを行っています。 ひらがなの勉強を始めたばかりの初心者の方から、日本で働いている上級者の方まで教えています。

USD 20.00/Hour
Learn Japanese with the teacher misako.
5.0

746 Lessons

misakoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+4

🌷 Let's master natural Japanese 🌷 beginners welcome! relax, casual, logical, certified teacher Let's master natural Japanese through your favorite topics! My lessons are just for you if you are serious about improving your Japanese. Hi, I'm Misako from Sendai! As a certified Japanese teacher specializing in **natural conversation**, I focus on **real-life phrases** and **cultural nuances** (like English-Japanese differences). I love helping students learn through shared interests like gaming, anime, traveling, cats, coffee, etc. Let’s turn your favorite things into fun language practice! Are you fed up with teachers who never correct your Japanese? I'm here to help you practice natural Japanese! I offer you logically organized grammar explanations.  I've passed both the private Japanese Language Teaching Proficiency Test and the national Japanese Language Teacher Examination.  After working at a Japanese company for 10 years, I taught Japanese at a language school and online. I have taught Japanese to people from many countries, including the United States, Korea, and Turkey. I use textbooks such as GENKI, Minna no Nihongo, Marugoto. Conversation lessons with detailed feedback notes available! My lessons are just for you if you are serious about improving your Japanese. During conversation lessons, we relax and talk while I explain grammar that is easily mistaken and things that I want you to remember by writing them in the chat. I also speak English, so beginners are welcome too! For grammar lessons, I use textbooks such as GENKI, Minna no Nihongo and Marugoto.

USD 13.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Takeshi Spada.
5.0

1,196 Lessons

Takeshi Spada
id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Entertaining Japanese! I've been professionally teaching Japanese for about three years. My specialties are casual Japanese and teaching phrases that only native speakers use! I help my students avoid directly translating things, as this often results in creating unnatural expressions (E.g When we hang out and friends look a bit bored, we don't say "Are you bored? We say "Do you wanna do something different? (何か違うことする?)in Japanese). Also, I break down common formal Japanese expressions and explain how you can make casual phrases with them. So that you can see the difference and pick proper expressions when you speak or write!

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

8,528 Lessons

Tomoko
id verified
Professional TeacherTest Preparation
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Russian

I completed the Japanese Language Teacher Training Course! ★JLPT/conversation//grammar/reading★ わたしは、オンラインで日本語(にほんご)を教(おし)えた経験(けいけん)があります。 今(いま)まで、アメリカ・ロシア・ベトナム・中国(ちゅうごく)など、沢山(たくさん)の国(くに)の学生(がくせい)に日本語(にほんご)を教(おし)えました。 ★日本語教師養成講座420時間修了済 I have experience teaching Japanese online. So far, I have taught Japanese to students in countries like United States, Russia, Vietnam , China and so on. ★Completed all the requirements of Japanese Language Teacher Training Course (420 hours above.) У меня есть опыт преподавания японского онлайн. До сих пор я преподавала японский язык студентом во многих странах ,таких как США, Россия, Вьетнам, Китай. ★Завершены все требования курса подготовки учителей японского языка (420 часов выше).

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Naoki Sato.
4.9

1,666 Lessons

Naoki Sato
id verified
Professional TeacherKidsTest PreparationBusiness
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Arabic
+1

大学・大学院進学・研究計画書の専門家。あなたの研究と人生の「物語」を、合格!できる言葉に再構成します。 こんにちは、佐藤直記です。東京在住の日本語教師です。 大学・大学院進学、研究計画書、面接、小論文、就職活動、エントリーシートなど、 あなたの人生の「物語」を言語化するレッスン を専門にしています。 これまで京都大学大学院をはじめ、多くの大学・大学院の合格者をサポートしてきました。 研究計画書・面接・志望理由書の指導に強みがあります。 【私の強み:研究指導 × 物語編集】 私は、歴史(慶應義塾大学)、経営学(University of Wales MBA)、教育学修士・博士課程(星槎大学大学院)を学び、「学問と実践の架け橋」 をつくることをテーマに指導しています。 研究計画書は「文章」ではなく、あなた自身の物語をどう構成するか が最も重要です。 研究テーマの言語化 研究計画書の構造化 面接でのストーリー構築 志望理由の物語化 就職面接の自己物語の整理 これらを一緒に作り上げます。 【レッスン内容】 ● 大学院進学サポート 研究計画書の作成 / 志望理由書 / 模擬面接 / 研究テーマの整理 ● 学術日本語・仕事のプレゼン 論文の読み方・書き方 / 発表・プレゼン準備 / 仕事のプレゼン / アカデミックライティング ● 会話・自己表現 自己紹介の物語化 / 価値観の言語化 / 会話力の向上(自分の話したいことを話せるようになる) ● 就職・キャリア エントリーシート / 面接対策 / 自己PRの構成 / キャリアの物語化 【経歴・資格】 慶應義塾大学(歴史学)/ University of Wales MBA(経営学)/ 星槎大学大学院 修士・博士課程(教育) 中高教員免許(国語・社会・地歴・公民)=日本語・EJU総合 / 博物館学芸員 / 日本語教育能力検定・登録日本語教員.420時間養成講座修了 / 文部科学省研究倫理 e-learning 修了 【現在の活動】 日本語学校で大学・専門学校進学者を指導 都立高校・私立高校、専門学校で外国人生徒に日本語を指導 日本語学校で大学院進学者向けゼミを担当(研究計画書・模擬面接)アカデミック・アドバイザー

USD 15.00/Hour
Learn Japanese with the teacher Celine Eckwright.
5.0

5,430 Lessons

Celine Eckwright
id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
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English
Native
·German
Native
·French
·Spanish

An FBI-inspired method to help you speak sooner I was born in Germany and moved to the United States when I was twenty. I have been teaching while pursuing my acting career in New York, Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Germany. I have taught adults and children from many backgrounds for more than 25 years. I teach German and English at all levels, and beginners in French and Japanese. My teaching is clear, encouraging, and structured. Students describe me as patient, positive, and easy to understand. I want you to feel safe speaking, making mistakes, and improving step by step. What makes my approach special is that I use language-learning principles inspired by how institutions such as the CIA and FBI train languages: quick recall, immediate sentence building, and active speaking from the beginning. The key is not just memorizing words, but using them instantly. We practice vocabulary through interval recall while forming real sentences, so your brain learns to retrieve the language naturally. I also use pictures for simple prompt-and-response conversations. This helps even beginners speak from the start: I show or describe something, ask guided questions, and help you answer in complete sentences. CANCELLATION POLICY I have a 24-hour cancellation policy. Please use the italki system to reschedule or cancel lessons with more than 24 hours’ notice. Please do not request rescheduling within 24 hours. If you cannot attend, let me know and schedule a new lesson online. I appreciate you and value your time.

USD 29.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yasuhito Tanaka.
5.0

1,707 Lessons

Yasuhito Tanaka
id verified
Professional TeacherBusinessTest Preparation
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+4

10年以上の指導経験と資格で、あなたの日本語をサポートします!(Over 10 years of experience helping students master Japanese.) わたしは10年間日本語をおしえています。 (I have been teaching Japanese for 10 years.) 中国で3年間、インドで3年間おしえていました。 (I was teaching for 3 years in China and 3 years in India.) アニメがすきでべんきょうしている人や日本ではたらきたい人、JLPT(N5〜N1)にごうかくしたい人などにおしえたことがあります。 (I have taught to people who like anime and are studying, who want to work in Japan, and who want to pass the JLPT(N5~N1).) みなさんは、どうして日本語をべんきょうしていますか? (Why are you studying Japanese? ) どんな練習(れんしゅう)がしたいですか? (What kind of practice do you want to do?) ぜひ、わたしにおしえてください! (Please tell me!) いっしょにたのしく日本語をべんきょうしましょう! (Let's enjoy studying Japanese together!)

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher HIRO O.
5.0

12 Lessons

HIRO O
id verified
Professional TeacherTest Preparation
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

JLPT N4–N2 | Grammar to Conversation | English Support 日本語学習を通して、あなたの目標達成と新しいつながりづくりをサポートします。2026年4月より、オンライン日本語レッスンを本格的に再開しました。日本語教育は人と人をつなぐ大切な仕事だと考えています。レッスンでは、安心して学び、少しずつ自信をつけられる環境を大切にします。JLPT対策(N4〜N2)、会話力向上、ビジネス日本語など、目的に合わせて実践的に学べます。直接法を基本とし、必要に応じて英語でも説明可能です。 In April 2026, I fully resumed my online Japanese lessons. Through learning Japanese, I support you in achieving your goals and building new connections. I believe Japanese teaching connects people. In my lessons, students can learn with confidence and grow step by step. I offer practical lessons for your needs, including JLPT preparation (N4–N2), conversation practice, and Business Japanese. I mainly use the direct method, but can also explain in English when needed.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Aiko Ishikawa.
5.0

47 Lessons

Aiko Ishikawaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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French
+2

フランス語OK!カフェのようにお茶をしながら、楽しくリラックスして日本語でおしゃべりしましょう! Bonjour à tous ! Je m'appelle Aiko. Actuellement, j'habite à Toulouse, en France. J'adore l'art, le design et les pâtisseries ! Mes cours sont basés principalement sur la conversation. Du japonais quotidien et naturel jusqu'aux expressions polies, discutons ensemble avec plaisir et à votre rythme. Étant moi-même en train d'apprendre le français, je comprends tout à fait votre stress et les difficultés de l'apprentissage d'一une langue. Ce n'est pas grave de faire des erreurs ! Ne vous inquiétez pas si vous êtes débutant, je peux aussi vous aider un peu en français. Détendez-vous et parlons beaucoup. J'ai hâte de papoter avec vous dans mon cours ! みなさん、こんにちは!あいこです。 現在、フランスのトゥルーズに住んでいます。私はアートやデザイン、そして甘いものを食べるのが大好きです! 私のレッスンは『会話』がメインです。自然な日常会話から、シチュエーションに応じた丁寧な表現まで、皆さんの目標やペースに合わせて楽しくおしゃべりしましょう。 私自身も現在、フランス語を一生懸命勉強しています。だからこそ、新しい言語を話すときのドキドキする気持ちや難しさが本当によく分かります。間違えても全然大丈夫です! フランス語圏の生徒さんで、「日本語はまだ始めたばかり…」という初心者の方も安心してください。必要なときはフランス語で少しサポートすることも可能です。 リラックスして、たくさんお話ししましょう。レッスンで皆さんとおしゃべりできるのを、楽しみにしています! * 対象レベル / Niveau * 主に中級〜上級(JLPT N3〜N1 / B1〜C2)向けですが、その他のレベルの方もご相談に応じます。お気軽にメッセージください! (Ce cours s'adresse principalement aux niveaux intermédiaire à avancé (N3-N1 / B1-C2). Si vous avez un autre niveau, n'hésitez pas à me contacter avant de réserver !)

USD 12.00/Hour
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mana.
5.0

1,165 Lessons

Manaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·French
·Finnish
+1

Genki & Intermediate lessons | French speakers welcome |Check out my students' reviews! ※Video was taken in 2022 Looking for meaningful Japanese conversations in a relaxed and supportive environment? Hello! I'm a certified Japanese teacher with 5 years of online teaching experience. My goal is to help you speak Japanese with confidence through practical, enjoyable lessons. Whether you're learning Japanese for work, your studies, or personal interest, I'll tailor each lesson to your level, goals, and interests. I teach students from upper beginners (who already know hiragana and katakana) to advanced learners. My lessons focus on improving speaking and listening skills, expanding vocabulary naturally, and helping you communicate with confidence in real-life situations. I studied political science at university and have lived in Osaka, Nagoya, and Tokyo, as well as in France, Morocco, and Finland. Living in different countries has given me a deeper understanding of language learning and cross-cultural communication. Outside of teaching, I enjoy traveling, cooking, handicrafts, and learning languages. I studied French at university, have also learned some Arabic and Finnish, so I understand both the challenges and the joy of learning a new language. We mainly use Genki and Chuukyuu o Manabou (intermediate), but I can also customize lessons using articles or conversation topics that match your interests. Don't worry about making mistakes—they're an important part of learning! I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your Japanese goals.

USD 16.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Motoe.
5.0

2,258 Lessons

Motoe
id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Turkish
+2

Flexible, beginner-friendly Japanese lessons with manga, and global perspective. Hello, I am Motoe, originally from Osaka, Japan, and currently residing in Türkiye. With a diverse international background, I have lived in the UK, Botswana, Tokyo, and Osaka, gaining extensive multicultural experience. Also traveld to 18 countries. Professionally, I work as a freelance web graphic designer. My personal interests include handcrafting, particularly crochet, and art. I am an avid enthusiast of Japanese subculture, engaging with manga on a daily basis. I look forward to facilitating engaging Japanese language conversations centered around these shared interests. こんにちは!私はもとえです。大阪出身で、今トルコに住んでいます。イギリス、ボツワナ、東京、大阪に住んでいました。趣味はハンドメイドです。漫画をよく読んでいます。アニメの話題もできます。他にWebグラフィックデザイナーもしています。 I have been working as a Japanese teacher on italki for over one and half year and have conducted more than 1,700 lessons. I offer conversation-focused courses as well as structured beginner courses using textbooks. I strive to provide clear and systematic explanations, respond carefully and accurately to all student questions, and give practical, personalized feedback by identifying each learner’s strengths and areas for improvement. 日本語講師として1年半以上活動し、1,700回以上のレッスンを担当。会話力向上コースに加え、初心者向けに教科書を使用した基礎コースも提供。分かりやすい説明を心がけ、生徒からの質問に丁寧に対応しています。また、それぞれの学習状況を把握し、課題や改善点をアドバイスをします。 Basically we will have a conversation in Japanese and English. Also I can explain in Turkish. If you have special theme, let me know before the class. 基本的に会話コースは、日本語か英語で会話する形式です。トルコ語で説明もできます。話したいテーマがあれば、事前にメッセージで教えてください。

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

1,218 Lessons

Meikaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Stress-free Japanese through CI & Stories. All you need is "I want to try!" After 3 years as a office worker, I followed my heart and completed 420 hours of professional training to become a certified teacher in 2017. I truly love what I do. Nothing makes me happier than hearing students say, "Your lessons are so easy to understand!" or "I'm glad I found you." Those moments are why I’m dedicated to your success.

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Issei.S.
5.0

208 Lessons

Issei.Sid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
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Learn "Survival Japanese" from a Digital Nomad & Tokyo Native! Lets practice Speakin like a native! 最初は誰もが緊張します!「話したいけど言葉が出てこない…」そんな人のための日本語レッスン✨ 間違えてもOK・ゆっくり考えてOK・何度でもOK! 📚レッスン後は復習ノート付き!友達と話すように楽しく日本語を話す練習しましょう!初心者から上級者までどなたでも歓迎🙌 日本への旅行や移住を計画していますか? ✨ 「勉強すること」と「話せるようになること」は別のことです。 日本語の読み書きはできるのに話せない……これは本当によくあることです。会話ができるようになるためには、練習と経験しかありません。いくら間違えても大丈夫ですので、一緒に話す練習をしましょう! 私は日本の東京出身です。正しい標準語のアクセントを一緒に勉強しましょう! 私は英語圏に6年間住んでいた経験があり、現在は「デジタルノマド」として3年間、世界中を旅しながら働いています 🌍 さまざまな国で言葉を覚える大変さや、自分の言葉が通じたときの感動をよく知っています 🤝 英語でもしっかり説明できるので、初めての方も安心して、リラックスして参加してくださいね 💡 【 レッスンの内容(初級者から上級者まで大歓迎!) 】 ✅ 初級者の方 ⇒ 「ひらがな」や基本的な文法を覚える。 ⇒ 会話のパターンを覚える(これで少しずつ話せるようになります)。 ⇒ テキストブックを使って勉強したい方は、一緒に『Genki』を勉強しましょう! ✅ 中級者〜上級者の方 ⇒ 日本語を話すためには、ひたすら会話の練習をすることが大切です! ⇒ フリートークをベースに、より自然な日本語を目指しましょう。 ⇒ 正しい助詞や接続詞の使い方、ピッチアクセントを確認しながら、どんどん会話の経験を積みましょう。 ✅実際の場面をイメージした「ロールプレイ」 ご希望があれば、以下のような実践的な練習も可能です! ① レストランでの注文や、アレルギーの伝え方 🍱 ② 文化体験:神社とお寺の違いや、参拝のマナーのレクチャー ⛩️ ③ ローカル情報:旅行の予定が決まっている方へ、ガイドブックには載っていない「地元の素敵な場所」の紹介 📍 【 アニメや漫画が好きな方へ! 】 私はアニメや漫画が大好きなので、あなたの「推し」についてもぜひ教えてください!アニメやマンガを使って日本語を教えることもできます 📚 まずはトライアルレッスンで、あなたの旅のプランや、好きなことを聞かせてください 🗓️ あなたにぴったりの「日本を120%楽しむためのガイド」を一緒に作りましょう! お会いできるのを、楽しみにしています! 😊

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Koji.
5.0

516 Lessons

Koji
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Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
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アメリカ在住のネイティブの日本人です。 あなたのためだけに作られたパーソナライズされた日本語レッスンをぜひ体験してください! I am a senior studying Sports Performance, and my hobbies include basketball, reading, traveling, movies, napping, and technology. Features: ●Personalized notes ●Follow-up sessions ●Optional homework assignments

USD 25.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yachiyo.
5.0

899 Lessons

Yachiyoid verified
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Speaks :Japanese
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I have a Japanese Teacher Training Course certification and over 5 years of experience teaching I have been teaching Japanese since 2020. With over 5 years of experience, I’ve taught at three language schools in Brazil. My goal is to make learning Japanese fun, effective, and personalized for each student. I’ll tailor lessons to your needs with conversation, grammar, and cultural insights. Eu ensino japonês desde 2020. Com mais de 5 anos de experiência, já dei aulas em três escolas de idiomas no Brasil. Meu objetivo é tornar o aprendizado do japonês divertido, eficaz e personalizado para cada aluno. Seja você iniciante, viajante ou profissional, adapto as aulas às suas necessidades, com foco em conversação, gramática e cultura japonesa.

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What our Japanese students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 2,338,643 customer reviews

  • Jimmy

    Learning Japanese

    I recently took Ako-Sensei's new "Drills, Drills, Drills" class and I highly recommend it for anyone who needs to iron out any of their weak points. Before the lesson, I gave Sensei a list of the topics I have been struggling with and she made a custom lesson for me to brush up on them and make the points stick. You'll be talking a lot if you take this class, so make sure to take plenty of water! Thank You for the lesson Ako-Sensei!

  • Romy

    Learning Japanese

    I took lessons with Sakura Yoko sensei to prepare for my trip to Japan. She listened very well to my needs, and adjusted accordingly. She also was very good at teaching and speaking Japanese at exactly the level that I needed. I really loved that she would actively correct me where I made a mistake and teach me how to say it in natural Japanese. For every lesson we agreed together on the topic beforehand, and she would always come prepared with a conversation and a scenario, from a dialogue to videos to use as a visual aid. Something else that was very helpful was that she would make notes during the lesson of words, phrases and grammar points and send those to me afterwards to study. I had a great time studying with her, and I feel much better prepared for me trip. I´m very thankful for the lessons and believe she went above and beyond so I could get the most out of it!

  • Anson N

    Anson N

    Learning Japanese

    Aika-sensei is an excellent teacher who is kind, encouraging, and patient. During our conversations, she asks questions that are at the right level to push me to improve and attempt to more challenging sentences, while keeping the conversation comfortable and enjoyable. My Japanese speaking ability has drastically improved since taking lessons with Aika-sensei. I would highly recommend her lessons!

  • Isaiah Gardner

    Isaiah Gardner

    Learning Japanese

    Highly recommend if you are an intermediate Japanese learner looking to speak more Japanese. We casually talk during the lesson and Hide creates your study materials based on what you talk about during the lesson. You end up learning a lot about what you would normally talk about in conversations in your native language and it feels personalized.

  • Lei “Stone” Zhang

    Learning Japanese

    Tomoko sensei is a very patient teacher. She always tries to understand what I mean first, and only then gives the right correction, so I never feel cut off mid-sentence. In our lessons she guided me through a full presentation in Japanese, and kept asking follow-up questions so the conversation never stalled. Highly recommended for anyone who needs Japanese for work.

  • Wade Bannister

    Wade Bannister

    Learning Japanese

    I highly recommend Hina Sensei for anyone who is looking to seriously improve their language skills, whether through the JLPT or otherwise. Thanks to Hina Sensei’s well structured lessons and thoughtful feedback, I’ve been able to make more progress than I thought possible. As a person who best learns by doing, I can read textbook explanations and examples all day and not truly understand. But Hina Sensei’s lessons always make me directly engage with the material right away and I learn so much faster this way. Hina Sensei also has tons of in-depth knowledge of the JLPT and learning and putting her strategies into action is really helping me improve. I know this test is a big challenge for me but with Hina Sensei’s guidance I think I’ve got a chance 😊

  • Annie

    Annie

    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.

  • Baim

    Learning Japanese

    YUU先生と一緒に16回レッスンを完成しました!🎉 先生のおかげで1ヶ月前に比べて、レベルアップしました🆙 推し活について話しながら日本語を勉強したいなら、ゆう先生と予約してみてください!📆 例えば、ラブライブのμ'sのメンバーに紹介した時、YUU先生に受身表現を教えられました。毎回新しい語彙や文型を学べるので、とても嬉しいです!😊

  • 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

  • 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.

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Frequently asked questions about online Japanese classes

Do I need a tutor to learn Japanese?

You can learn Japanese without a tutor using free apps, textbooks, and online videos, but it usually takes much longer. Self-study often lacks real speaking practice, immediate feedback, and clear guidance, which makes it harder to stay motivated and progress confidently.Hiring a Japanese language tutor is worth it because they provide personalised lessons, real-time correction on pronunciation and grammar, and structured learning designed around your goals, whether that’s everyday conversation, business Japanese, or passing the JLPT exam.

While it’s possible to learn without platforms like italki, doing so often feels overwhelming and slow because you don’t have a clear learning path or someone to hold you accountable. Combining private Japanese lessons from an online Japanese tutor with extra resources like kanji apps, flashcards, and podcasts gives you the best of both worlds, professional guidance to learn correctly and extra practice to accelerate your progress.

How much does a Japanese tutor cost per session?

Online Japanese lessons typically range from $15 to $60 per hour, depending on the tutor’s experience and lesson format. Many learners choose private Japanese tutors because they provide personalized guidance, instant correction, and real conversation practice that help them progress faster than studying alone.

On italki, you have access to both community and professional tutors, making it easy to find a Japanese teacher that matches your goals and budget. A 30-minute Japanese lesson typically costs between $3 and $10.

How quickly will I become fluent with a Japanese teacher?

Fluency in Japanese depends on your study habits, consistency, and starting level, but working with a Japanese teacher can significantly speed up your progress. Experts estimate that reaching professional working proficiency in Japanese takes about 2,200 hours of study. That said, you don’t need that much time to start speaking. Most learners reach a conversational level after 400–600 hours, which often means 6–12 months of regular tutoring.

Lessons are tailored to your needs, you receive hands-on guidance, and you practice real conversation in every session.This focused approach to Japanese teaching helps you stay consistent, motivated, and moves you toward higher levels of fluency.

Why should I use a Japanese language tutor to learn Japanese with italki?

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.

Your private Japanese tutor can help you practice conversation, review grammar, prepare for exams like the JLPT, or build confidence in speaking, with lessons customized to your level and pace. They correct mistakes on the spot, suggest natural ways to phrase things, and explain cultural context, so you communicate appropriately in any situation.

All lessons are available anytime online, and most operate on a pay-as-you-go system, so you only pay for the private Japanese lessons you take. For learners looking for extra support, italki Plus also offers an optional subscription with features like AI-powered study tools, exclusive events, and discounts.

How do italki's online Japanese classes work?

italki’s online Japanese classes are simple, flexible, and personalized. Here’s how they work:

  • 📝 Create an account – Sign up on italki and start browsing hundreds of qualified Japanese tutors with detailed profiles showing their teaching style, experience, and student reviews.
  • 🔍 Find a tutor – Choose a tutor that fits your goals and schedule, filtering by price, availability, specialization, or tutor type. Many tutors offer trial lessons to help you find the right match.
  • 💻 Book and attend lessons – Meet your private Japanese tutor via italki’s video platform. Your tutor will assess your level, discuss objectives, and tailor lessons to your needs.
  • 📚 Practice between lessons – Tutors often provide extra resources or conversation practice to help you progress.
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How often should I meet with an online Japanese tutor?

How often you meet with an online Japanese tutor depends on your goals, schedule, and current level. Beginners often benefit from 2–3 online Japanese lessons per week to build consistency, practice speaking, and reinforce new grammar and vocabulary. Intermediate and advanced learners may have 1–2 online Japanese lessons per week for focused practice, exam preparation, or conversation skills.

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.

Do I need a basic understanding of the Japanese language before I can take Japanese classes with italki?

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.

What are the benefits of private online Japanese lessons?

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.

This personalized Japanese tuition speeds up learning because your tutor adapts the pace and teaching style to suit how you learn best. You can ask questions freely, revisit difficult concepts, and spend extra time on areas that need the most attention without holding back other students.

Plus, private online Japanese lessons are convenient and adaptable. You can access qualified Japanese tutors from anywhere, often at rates lower than a local in-person instructor. This kind of Japanese tutoring helps you make real progress and use the language confidently.

How to hire a Japanese tutor with italki?

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

  • 📝 Create an account – Sign up for free on the italki website or mobile app and select Japanese as the language you want to learn.
  • 🔍 Find a tutor – Use the “Find a teacher” search feature to browse qualified Japanese teachers.
  • 👀 Review profiles – Watch introduction videos and read student reviews to find a tutor who fits your learning goals and style.
  • ⚙️ Filter tutors – Narrow your search by price, availability, lesson type, tutor type, or location.

Once you find a tutor you like, follow these steps:

  • 🎯 Book a trial lesson – Experience their teaching approach firsthand to see if they’re the right fit.
  • 📅 Schedule regular lessons – Set up private lessons at times that suit your schedule.
  • 💻 Use italki Classroom – All lessons take place on italki’s built-in Classroom, which handles scheduling, payments, and reminders, making your online Japanese lessons simple and effective.

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