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Learn Japanese with the teacher Sayuri.
5.0

1,560 Lessons

Sayuriid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Korean

日本語で、あなたの人生にlovely timeを🌼☕️🦥 . たくさんの素敵な先生の中から、私のプロフィールを見付けてくれてありがとうございます。 ゆっくり見ていってくださいね☺️ 🌼 日本の兵庫県出身(関西弁も教えられます) 🌼 好きなこと:大好きな仲間とlovely timeを過ごすこと、コーヒーを飲みながらのんびりすること、家族でハイキングに行くこと、旅行、読書、朝子どもたちの顔を見ること コーヒーを飲みながら友達とおしゃべりするような感覚で、楽しく日本語を話してみませんか?☕ 私の強みは、リラックスして気楽に話せる温かいlovely timeを創ることです。 正しい日本語を身につけることも大切ですが、皆さんにはそれだけではなく一緒に過ごすレッスンの時間そのものを楽しんでほしいと思っています。 少しずつ自信がついて、日本語を使うことが楽しいと思う経験をたくさんしてもらえると信じていますし、 そんな瞬間を一緒に喜べることが私にとっても嬉しいです♡ まずは体験レッスンからでも、お気軽にどうぞ。

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

4,651 Lessons

Chuid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Korean
·English
+1

Japanese native | Korean fluent | From beginner to advanced, clear lessons -------------------------------------------------------------

Medical
USD 10.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Terumi.
5.0

476 Lessons

Terumiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish

Three years’ experience as a Japanese teacher!¡Tres años de experiencia como profesor de japonés! Hi! My name is Terumi. I am 30 years old. I graduated from the Spanish faculty. I lived in Mexico for a year as a UV student and in Spain for three months. I’ve also been to the United States, the United Kingdom, Australia, and France. I have a DELE B2 certificate and a TOEIC score of 765. My hobbies range from music and novels to sports. As for music, I play the guitar, sing, and compose songs. As for sports, I enjoy weight training, martial arts, and snowboarding. As for novels, I enjoy foreign fiction, but I also like Japanese historical novels. I enjoy talking about shared interests, but I also love learning about new subjects. I have experience teaching group lessons for beginners in Japanese and volunteered to teach Japanese while studying abroad in Mexico. Therefore, I understand the difficulties beginners face when studying Japanese. Since I also taught intermediate and advanced students in private lessons, I can teach students of all levels, and my top priority is helping them enjoy the learning process and improve. While free-talk lessons are the most common, I also use textbooks, news articles, and supplementary materials, such as songs and anime, for study. After each lesson, I will compile the vocabulary covered in class into a table for easy reference, so you can review it at any time(Excluding Free-Talk Specialized Class). I look forward to seeing you all in class! See you soon!

USD 7.00/trial
Available 09:15 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher SHOTA.
5.0

5 Lessons

SHOTAid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Korean
+1

Professional Japanese Lessons with a Certified Instructor [English, Korean available😊] Hello! My name is Shota. I am a certified Japanese language teacher with the national qualification “Registered Japanese Language Teacher.” I teach students of all ages—from children to adults—and I can support all levels, from complete beginners to advanced learners. My lessons are designed to match each learner’s goals, pace, and interests. If you want to prepare for the JLPT, improve your speaking, or simply enjoy natural conversation, you are very welcome. I can provide conversation topics or guide free‑talk sessions depending on your preference. Lessons are mainly conducted in Japanese, but I can also use English if needed. I can support Korean as well. More details about each lesson are written in the class descriptions. If you’re interested or have any questions, feel free to contact me anytime. こんにちは、しょうたです。 わたしは 登録日本語教員(国家資格) を持っています。 こどもも、大人も、どのレベルの人でも勉強できます。 はじめて日本語を勉強する人も、上手になりたい人も大歓迎です。 JLPTを勉強したい人、 日本語をもっと話したい人、 自由に会話したい人、 どんな人でもOKです。 レッスンでは、わたしがトピックを用意したり、 フリートークをしたりできます。 授業は日本語でしますが、 英語や韓国語を使って説明することもできます。 くわしい内容はレッスンのページに書いてあります。 気になる人は、いつでもれんらくしてください。

USD 5.00/trial
Available 22:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sho.
5.0

222 Lessons

Shoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+3

【JLPT N5・N4】Beginner-Friendly Japanese Lessons 🇯🇵 Build a Strong Foundation! Hello! I’m Sho (ショウ) 😊 I teach Japanese to complete beginners and learners preparing for JLPT N5/N4! Do you feel lost studying Japanese alone? Or do you understand grammar but struggle to speak? In my lessons, I’ll help you learn step by step, according to your goals, in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere. 🎯 My lessons are for you if you: ✅ Want to build a strong foundation for JLPT N5/N4 ✅ Want a clear and structured study plan ✅ Want to improve your speaking skills ✅ Want to learn without being afraid of making mistakes 🌟 What makes my lessons special ① Personalized study notes I record useful vocabulary and your grammar mistakes in a personal Google Doc, so you can review everything anytime. ② Structured learning Using textbooks such as GENKI, we’ll systematically study the vocabulary, grammar, and reading skills needed for N5/N4. ③ Fun kanji lessons I explain kanji using simple “core images” instead of rote memorization, making them easier and more fun to remember! 🌱 Trial Lesson We’ll start with a relaxed introduction, talk about your goals, try a short personalized lesson, and create a study plan together. Making mistakes is completely okay! I’ll support you at your own pace. I’m looking forward to meeting you! 👍

USD 9.90/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Shuko.
5.0

1,064 Lessons

Shukoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

資格をもった講師で、大学や日本語学校、企業、プライベートレッスンで18年以上教えています。 Hi, I'm Shuko. I was born and raised in Tokyo, but now I live in Osaka. I like listening to music, KARAOKE singing, and watching musicals. I'm addicted to eating spicy food. Teaching Japanese is my passion. I really enjoy communicating with people from all over the world. I hope you will enjoy learning Japanese and everything about Japan! みなさん、こんにちは。しゅこです。私は東京で生まれ育ち、今は大阪に住んでいます。 趣味は音楽を聴いたり、カラオケで歌ったり、ミュージカルをみることです。辛い食べ物を食べるのも大好きです。日本語を教えることは、とても楽しいです。いろいろな国の方々との交流を楽しんでいます。 一緒に、日本語、日本をなんでもかんでも思いっきり楽しみましょう!! I've been teaching Japanese for more than 18years at University, Japanese language schools, businesses and private lessons. Because I have two kids myself, I can teach Japanese patiently while making it fun. □ Study methods tailored to fit your requests and goals □ Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) preparation □ Kind, courteous instruction I adapt my teaching style to the student's level and need. ☆Beginner: Grammar,vocabulary,reading,writing,conversation,Hiragana and Katakana. [textbook] Minnano Nihongo1/Genki1/NIHONGO FUN & EASY ☆Intermediate level: Grammar, reading books and news, conversation(formal/informal),writing essays. [textbook] Minnano Nihongo2 / Genki2 / ☆Advanced level: Reading and discussion, grammar(KEIGO). ☆For kids: 30min.lesson with Story books, Japanese Songs with hand motions and so on.   [textbook] NIHONGO FUN & EASY     If there is anything else you want to learn, feel free to tell me about it!

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher yongtian(永田).
5.0

8,261 Lessons

yongtian(永田)id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
Chinese (Mandarin)

专门教小孩学日语 我会按照学生的年龄和性格,每个孩子的能力调整学习的内容和教材。为了小朋友开心学习,我自己准备了使用很多图片的教材。 可以从平假名开始学习,也可以先学习简单的单词,寒暄语等等。也可以帮助住在日本的小朋友适应学校生活。需要的话可以帮助学生看学校的作业。 我会用日语教学,不过学生需要的时候会说中文解释。 上课之前我会发给家长教材的一部分,先一起商量一下学什么内容。(我会中文可以与家长交流) 🌟"约课之前"一定先给我发信息商量一下。 🌟一节课25分钟 ➡请选30分钟课程。两节课50分钟 ➡请选45分钟课程。不用选60分钟课程。 🌟约课的时候请约整点(例如...要选13:00,13:30开始,不要选13:15,13:45开始) それぞれの年齢や性格、能力に合わせて学ぶ内容、教材を調整します。子供たちが楽しく学べるように、挿絵中心とした教材を独自で準備しています。 ひらがな学習から始めることもできますし、簡単な単語を学んで自然な会話練習をすることもできます。日本で生活している子供たちが、学校生活に馴染めるようなサポートもできます。必要であれば、学校の宿題のお手伝いも可能です。 レッスンの際は日本語で行いますが、必要な部分があれば中国語で説明できます。 レッスンの前に教材のサンプルを送りますので、何を勉強するか事前に話し合いましょう。(中国語でのコミュニケーションができます) 🌟"予約の前"に必ずメールでご連絡ください。

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

1,045 Lessons

Yukiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Turkish
+1

Türkçe biliyorum!! Hi, I’m Yuki, a certified Japanese teacher from Tokyo. I speak Turkish and have been teaching at a language school for 5 years. I love traveling and cooking, and I’ve visited over 10 countries. In my lessons, we enjoy talking about different cultures and daily life. Don’t worry about mistakes—just relax and express yourself in natural Japanese at your own pace! Merhaba, ben Yuki. Sertifikalı bir Japonca öğretmeniyim. 5 yıldır bir dil okulunda ders veriyorum. Seyahat etmeyi ve yemek yapmayı seviyorum; 10’dan fazla ülke gezdim. Derslerimde farklı kültürler ve günlük yaşam üzerine keyifli sohbetler yapıyoruz.Hata yapmaktan çekinme—rahat ol ve kendi hızında doğal Japonca öğrenelim!

USD 7.00/trial
Available 14:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Miyu.
5.0

917 Lessons

Miyuid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

こんにちは 私の名前はミユです。 日本に住んでいます。 Hello! Nice to meet you, my name is Miyu. Do you want to have a fun time while learning Japanese? I am a native Japanese speaker living in Japan. みなさんの日本語の勉強を、私がお手伝いします。 My tutoring is focused on conversation skills. I would like to make you feel comfortable to listen and to have more confidence speaking Japanese. I will also help you with learning grammar, making sentences and understanding background Japanese culture through simple conversation, depending on your propose for learning Japanese. I will talk with you in Japanese appr

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mic Yukiko Murayama.
5.0

3,417 Lessons

Mic Yukiko Murayamaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Portuguese
+1

Qualified Japanese teacher with 8 years of teaching experience ◡̈ Support your Language Journey! ☺︎ I am Yukiko from Japan, currently I am living in Brazil. In Japan, I have worked as internet security instructor and as sales assistant, also as a pro hairstylist and makeup artist at wedding salons. ▣ I was certified in 2018 for Alpha Language School in Tokyo, how teaching Japanese for foreign language. Currently I am studying Portuguese and Chinese, so I understand feeling of someone learning language. I teach lessons with student’ mind ◡̈ ◈ Tell me your goals! Grammar, conversation, study for JLPT etc. I will teach according your needs and I will prepare the textbooks. If you want to use some others, please contact me. The classes are in JAPANESE. Let's practice together! --- ☺︎ Olá! Nasci e cresci no Japão e atualmente moro no Brasil. No Japão, trabalhei como instrutora de segurança na Internet e assistente na indústria de semicondutores, além de como cabeleireira e maquiadora em salões de casamento. ▣ Estudei no Japão como lecionar o idioma japonês para estrangeiros, concluí a escola em 2018. Atualmente estou aprendendo português e chinês. Portanto, entendo o sentimento de alguém aprendendo um idioma. Ensino as lições tendo em mente os sentimentos dos alunos ◡̈ ◈ Primeiramente, vocês me apresentem seus objetivos no aprendizado. Gramática, conversação, pronúncia, estudo de exame como JLPT, ou outra. Eu darei as aulas adaptadas às suas necessidades. As aulas são ensinadas em JAPONÊS. Vamos conversar em japonês usando as palavras e a gramática que aprenderemos!

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

561 Lessons

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

Learn Japanese with a Certified TeacherーLet's Enjoy It Together! I teach Japanese grammar, conversation, preparation for JLPT N1~N5. I usually speak Japanese during my lesson and try to use Easy - to - understand words for my students. When learning a foreign language, the most important thing is to have fun doing it. Looking forward to meeting you soon. Thank you.✨

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

528 Lessons

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

2017年から日本語教師養成講座に通い始めたのをきっかけに国際交流センターで日本語のボランティアも始めました。日本在住のバングラディッシュの社会人、カナダ人の社会人、ポーランドの社会人の方に教えたことがあります。またスカイプを使って香港在住の高校生にも教えたことがあります。 2020年1月にの日本語教師養成講座420時間を修了しました. I started attending a Japanese langua。ge teacher training course in 2017. And I also started volunteering Japanese at the International Center in Kawasaki city. I have taught Japanese to a Bangladeshi ,a Canadian and a Polish which working in Japan. I have also used Skype to teach high school students living in Hong Kong. I completed 420 hours of Japanese language teacher training course in January 2020.

USD 9.00/trial
Available 03:15 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuko F.
Yuko Fid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

たくさん話す文法レッスン!会話・旅行・ビジネス・敬語! Learn Japanese with me! I'm your Japanese teacher who is also a language learner. こんにちは、私の名前は「ゆうこ」です。 レッスンでは、日本語と英語を使ってお話しできます。 👱🏼‍♀️趣味:  ✈️旅行(世界一周しました。今は日本一周中です。)  🏄🏽‍♀️サーフィン  🍽️グルメ 💅5年間のネイリスト経験 会話が大切な仕事をしてきたため、フリートークや会話中心のレッスンが得意です。 自然な日本語で楽しく会話が続くことを目指している方をサポートします! 🏨オフィスワークやホテル業界での勤務経験 敬語やビジネス日本語を教えることができます。仕事で日本語を使いたい方の日本語力アップをサポートします! 📚レッスン: ・GENKIを使った初級者の文法レッスン ・みんなの日本語を使った初級者の文法レッスン ・会話中心の自由なトーク ・旅行で使える日本語 ・ビジネス用語や敬語の練習 など、目的やレベルに合わせたレッスンを行います。 🥇私のレッスンの特徴: ・レッスン中に話す時間をたくさん取ります ・Googleドキュメントで復習できるノートを作ります ・より自然でネイティブに近い日本語を教えます

USD 7.00/trial
Available 13:15 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Nana なな.
5.0

583 Lessons

Nana ななid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
Chinese (Mandarin)
+1

※授業可能時間が限られています。授業ご希望の方は直接ご連絡ください。 ご迷惑をおかけして申し訳ありません。 こんにちは!初めまして、ナナです。 日本語教師を始めて8年になります。 日本では、サービス業の勤務経験などもあり、日本で働くことを考えている方には、ビジネス関係の言語サポートをすることができます。 中国には、何年か住んだことがあり、中国語でのコミュニケーションが可能です。私自身が外国語を勉強した経験を生かしてレッスンを行いたいと思います。 生徒さんの要望に合わせてレッスンを行います。会話を中心に日本語の会話経験を高めたり、教材を準備して画面を共有しながらレッスンをすることも可能です。 会話が苦手な方でも、私がリードして、生徒さんに会話してもらいたいと思っています。 無断で欠席した場合、又は無断で7分遅刻された場合は、レッスン料全額お支払いいただきます。ご了承ください。 レッスンの時間は30分、45分、60分ですが、次にレッスンがある場合は、そのレッスンは4-5分早く終わります。ご理解お願いいたします。 Bassically lesson's times are 30min,45min,60min,but if I have a class in the next slot, the class will be finished 4 to 5 min earlier. Thank you for your understanding.

USD 7.60/trial
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Rina りな.
5.0

2,087 Lessons

Rina りなid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Polish

Book a trial today! こんにちは、りなです!京都府で生まれ育ち、18歳まで日本で過ごしました。関西地方出身なので、関西弁も自然に話せます。標準語だけでなく、リアルな方言や日本各地の文化にも興味がある方にもぴったりです。現在はポーランドに住んでおり、ポーランド語も勉強中です。自分自身も言語を学ぶ大変さと楽しさを日々感じているので、学習者の気持ちに寄り添いながらサポートできます。日本語や日本文化、方言に興味がある方、あなたのペースに合わせて楽しく学べるよう心がけています。授業の録画は禁止ですが、チャット機能を使ってメモを残したり復習できるようサポートします。日本語学習を通して、言語だけでなく日本の文化や地域の違いも一緒に楽しみましょう!

USD 19.00/trial
Available 13:15 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mio.
5.0

947 Lessons

Mioid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

日本語中上級者(N1-N3ぐらい)の方、会話の練習をしましょう☺️✨ 日本語を話すことを練習したい人、私とお話ししましょう:) ※初心者の生徒さんは現在募集していません。 自分も英語を勉強しています。なので日本語を勉強している人を助けたいと思いました。 だから、日本語の先生をしています。 私のクラスは、ポジティブで楽しいです☺︎!! 日本語がN3以上(中級、上級以上)の人とレッスンしています。 日常会話や学校の課題、仕事などをサポートします。あなたのしたいスタイルでレッスンを行います。勉強したいことを相談してください!

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

3,578 Lessons

Mikaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
·Other

🌸I’M A PROFESSIONAL TEACHER🌸Games. Music. JLPT. BJT. Business manner. Business Japanese はじめまして。みかともうします。 こうべに すんでいる にほんじん です。 わたしは せんもんがっこうの せんせいです。 しゅみは えいごの ドラマを みることと ロックコンサートへ いくことです。 PS5を もっています!あなたのすきなゲームは なんですか? しゅみは なんですか? いろいろな はなしを しましょうね。   Hi ! I’m Mika, native Japanese. I live in Kobe, Japan. I'm a professional Japanese teacher. I work at college as a Japanese business manner teacher. My hobbies are watching English dramas and going to rock concerts. I have a PS5!!! What is your recommend game? What’s your hobby? I want talk with you more! Do you want to become a businessman 👨‍💼 in Japan and work for a Japanese company in the future? I am currently working as a teacher at a college school 🏫 in Kobe, Japan.
 I teach "Japanese business manner ."
All of my students are foreigners.
 They also want to become businessmen in Japan in the future, so they come to school and take my classes. Even if you cannot come to school, you can take my Japanese business manner lessons at here. Let's study with me! 会話の練習をします。ビジネスパーソン向けのレッスンもします。 プレゼンテーションの練習や、面接の練習相手にもなります。 もし他にリクエストがあれば対応できますのでおっしゃってくださいね。 We practice Daily Japanese conversation in my lesson. I have a lesson for business person, too. I can help to practice your presentations or interview. If you have a lesson request, let me know, please.

Business
USD 10.00/trial
Available 05:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher 小川幸宣 "Yukinobu".
4.8

91 Lessons

小川幸宣 "Yukinobu"id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+3

日本語能力試験 JLPTのN1,N2,N3に合格できる。BJTビジネス日本語能力テストで高得点を取れる。日本語中級と上級の人と自由な日本語で会話する楽しいレッスン。京都出身の私が観光案内もします。 京都生まれの小川です。日本語能力試験(JLPT)N1〜N3合格者多数輩出、実績に自信あり。Otemae大学日本語教育課程で培った教育法を活かす。京都の歴史や文化を題材にしたオリジナル教材で、間違いを「成長のチャンス」に変えます。ニュース記事やアニメの歌詞など、リアルな素材を使い、実践的な日本語力を養成。JLPT対策はもちろん、ビジネスや文学、観光案内まで幅広く対応。日本語を深く学びたい方、文化も一緒に楽しみたい方に最適です。 これまで日本語の学習をしてこられた方々、実際にあなたの日本語が日本人に通じるのかどうかを私とのフリー会話で試してみませんか?日本の文化や観光地、アニメについて自由にあなたの日本語で会話をしましょう‼️❤️ 遠慮する必要はないです。私のオンライン授業では、あなたが主役です。 よろしくお願いいたします。

Test Preparation
USD 8.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher 上平祥世 Sachiyo.
5.0

233 Lessons

上平祥世 Sachiyoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

Discover your Japanese voice through art, and real stories of Japan. All levels are welcome! 🌿 My lessons are interactive and goal-oriented — you’ll learn useful phrases and build confidence to speak naturally. I value creating a relaxed space where you can make mistakes, ask questions, and actually enjoy learning. 🌸

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuka-ゆか.
5.0

1,970 Lessons

Yuka-ゆかid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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★I’ve been teaching Japanese professionally in Tokyo since 2013 YouTube→Yuka-Nami Japaneasy Channel In private lessons, group lessons, online lessons, I've been teaching from beginner to advance level. My specialty is teaching beginner Japanese :) I am a language teacher, but I don't think "I am a teacher". I want to give you tips about learning Japanese and I want you to use it and have fun your life with your Japanese language.

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What our Japanese students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 2,324,198 customer reviews

  • Nathan Griffiths

    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!!!

  • Marion

    Learning Japanese

    Ich hatte mittlerweile 30 Stunden mit Mari-san und bin sehr zufrieden. Die Stunden sind immer gut vorbereitet und auf meine Bedürfnisse abgestimmt. Mari-san ist sehr geduldig und durch die angenehme Atmosphäre macht das Japanischlernen viel Spaß. Ich merke, dass ich Fortschritte mache und freue mich schon auf die nächsten Stunden! 😊

  • 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. 👍😊

  • Daniel

    Daniel

    Learning Japanese

    I've been taking lessons with Hana for a long time now, and these days each lesson feels like catching up with an old friend. What sets her apart is that she makes an effort to get to know her students, and her encouragement goes well beyond Japanese. She has a real talent for noticing strengths in her students that they haven't noticed in themselves, and for nurturing them. Over our time together she's helped me come out of my shell and pursue things I wouldn't have had the confidence to try before. She's not someone who hands out empty praise, so when she tells you you're good at something, you believe it. The teachers you remember most are the ones who don't just teach. They become mentors whose lessons go beyond the subject itself. Hana is one of those teachers, and I can't thank her enough. She's patient, adapts to how you learn, and makes it safe to struggle with the hard parts. If you're looking for a teacher who will genuinely invest in you, I can't recommend her enough.

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Frequently asked questions about online Japanese classes

Do I need a tutor to learn Japanese?

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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.

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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.
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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.

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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:

  • 📝 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.
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Once you find a tutor you like, follow these steps:

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