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Learn Japanese with the teacher Ken.
5.0

2,355 Lessons

Kenid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

Even if you don't see my availability, just send me a message! We might be able to have a lesson! ★★★ If you want to book my lesson, please send me a message first! ★★★ みなさん、こんにちは! KENです! I am a native Japanese speaker. I've lived in Japan, Australia, and Taiwan. I am interested in learning about cultural differences, especially regarding food! I've also worked as a chef in some restaurants for about 5 years. . I post some Japanese conversation videos on YouTube (with Japanese and English subtitles)!! I hope my videos can also help you on your language journey! :) I have some experiences which have helped me become a better teacher. . 【★Work experience★】 ◆ 2 years of working in an international hotel in Japan. →Got used to explain Japanese culture to foreign guests. . ◆ 3 seasons as a ski instructor for foreign tourists. →Got teaching experiences. . ◆ 1 year for working in Australia. →Got experience working with Native English speakers. 【★★★ My lesson time ★★★】 [30mins→25mins], [45mins→45mins], [60mins→55mins] We start on time, then we finish 5 mins earlier than the time that italki says, except 45mins lesson.(Because I need to prepare for the next one.) . 【★★★ IMPORTANT NOTE ★★★】 ◆24 hours is required to cancel and re-schedule my lessons. In less than 24 hours, the payment will have to be charged. ◆Even if you show up late, we can still start a lesson from then, but I don't extend our lesson time and the fee will fully be charged. ◆My lessons are not for those under 18 years.

USD 30.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kenji.N..
4.9

1,005 Lessons

Kenji.N.id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish

Certified Professional Japanese Teacher!! 🐬 Living in Latin-America 🐬 🔞 I do not accept students under 18 years old. 🌸 In my classes, I use the direct method, which is a method of teaching Japanese using only Japanese. Hello, I am Kenji. As a diving instructor, I have been diving in oceans all over the world since I was 18 years old. Australia, New Caledonia, Vanuatu, Patagonia, etc. Then, at the age of 27, I opened a diving shop in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico, and set up branches in Loreto and Cancun. Later, I opened a diving shop in Japan, sold all my businesses at the age of 45, and am now basically retired. After retiring at the age of 45, my daily work is investing in stocks, bonds, mutual funds, and currencies, which I have been doing continuously since I was young. And completing the Japanese teacher training course at the age of 47, I started teaching Japanese in Latin America, mainly in Mexico and Colombia. Due to the pandemic, all schools were closed, so I started teaching online. My experience teaching online began in 2020. My personal areas of expertise: economics, politics, management, taxation, marine mammals, travel, scuba diving, surfing, Latin America, music, and musical instruments. 🔞 I do not accept students under 18 years old. 🌸 In my classes, I use the direct method, which is a method of teaching Japanese using only Japanese.

USD 8.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chiharu.
5.0

1,503 Lessons

Chiharuid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Japanese Tutor for All Ages & Levels | Bilingual (EN/JP) | - 4 Years’ Experience 子供(こども)のころから英語(えいご)を勉強(べんきょう)しているので、もしレッスン中(ちゅう)にわからないことがあれば英語(えいご)でのサポートもできます。 どの日本語(にほんご)レベルであっても、ゆっくり丁寧(ていねい)に教(おし)えることができます。 I could support in English a little bit if you need, since I've been learning English at the moment. No matter how Japanese level you are, I am confident that teaching Japanese carefully.

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yoshi Shimizu.
5.0

6,635 Lessons

Yoshi Shimizuid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·French
+1

Native Japanese, fluent in English. Great communication skills and international cultural knowledge. I first got involved in teaching Japanese as a conversation tutor when I was at the university in San Francisco, USA.  Since then, I love working with people from different cultural backgrounds. This is also one of the reasons why I became a documentary photographer. I have visited over 90 countries to document different cultures and people. For the joy of teaching, I have also taught photography at workshops. Teaching requires a great deal of patience and communication artistry which also apply to become a good photographer as well.  In general, it is truly rewarding to see my students succeed in learning skills.

USD 14.00/trial
Available 11:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuko.
5.0

8 Lessons

Yukoid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

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

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chie K..
5.0

3,252 Lessons

Chie K.id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

⭐️Qualified Japanese teacher (資格を持った日本語教師)⭐️Beginners welcome! I went to school to become a Japanese teacher and took 420 hours of classes. I did mock lessons and practical training and got a qualification to teach Japanese. I am also a vocal trainer and an assistant teacher at an English school. I don't like stiff and formal lessons, so I'll give you friendly lessons. Let's enjoy it anyway! That is the most important thing♪ 日本語教師になるための学校に通い、420時間の授業を受けました。模擬授業や教育実習も行い、日本語を教えるための資格を獲得しました。ヴォーカルトレーナーと英語スクールで講師アシスタントもしています。私はあまり堅苦しいレッスンが好きではないので、フレンドリーなレッスンをしていきます。とにかく楽しみましょう!それが一番大事です♪

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Fumiya Murakashi.
Fumiya Murakashiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Certified Japanese Teacher | Beginner-Friendly & Practical Japanese | JLPT N5–N3 Do you want to speak Japanese with more confidence, but don’t know where to start? Hi, I’m Fumiya, a certified Japanese teacher currently teaching at an accredited Japanese language school in Japan. I help learners build practical Japanese skills step by step, from complete beginner to intermediate level. **My lessons are a good fit for you if you want to:** - Start Japanese from zero - Learn Hiragana and Katakana - Improve your everyday conversation - Understand Japanese grammar and vocabulary - Prepare for JLPT N5, N4, or N3 - Learn Business Japanese or practice for interviews **My teaching style:** - Easy Japanese adjusted to your level - Clear visual Google Slides and a digital whiteboard - Grammar and vocabulary explained with simple examples - Practical Japanese that you can use in real-life situations - Lessons adapted to your goals and learning pace I have experience teaching students from various countries in Sri Lanka, corporations, and Japanese language schools. These experiences have helped me understand the difficulties that Japanese learners often face. I believe you don’t need to understand everything perfectly from the beginning. We can take things step by step, and mistakes are a natural part of learning. In our trial lesson, we will check your current level, discuss your goals, and create a learning plan that works for you. Let’s learn Japanese together and have fun along the way!

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher かず(kazu).
5.0

2,074 Lessons

かず(kazu)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+4

日本政府公認日本語教師。11年の経験。日本語学習app Kazu SRS開発者。日本語総合/JLPT/会話練習 全てのレベルの日本語が練習できます。 学習者さんの気持ちをよく考えます。 あなたを勇気づけ、自信が持てるようにレッスンを作ります。 あなたは気持ちよく日本語が話せて、自信がつくでしょう。 外国語としての日本語教育の、専門的な知識が豊富です。 明治大学卒業 日本語教育能力検定試験合格、 日本語教師養成講座420時間修了、 日本語教師歴10年のプロの日本語教師です。

Test Preparation
USD 25.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher ✨ Qiuqiu.
5.0

1,264 Lessons

✨ Qiuqiuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·English
+2

PhD candidate🎈More than 5 years of teaching experience/博士課程に在学中🎈五年以上の教育経験 ——More than 5 years teaching experience in Chinese and Japanese; ——Working as a part-time Japanese teacher in domestic universities as an external teacher ——Used to be an English and japanese tutor ——五年以上的中文和日文教学经验 ——读研时曾在国内二本大学教授日语口语入门课程 ——曾做过英语和日语家教

Kids
USD 10.00/trial
Available 07:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Giorgia B..
5.0

8,114 Lessons

Giorgia B.id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
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Italian
Native
·Spanish
·English
+1

I have never liked boring lessons and I like dynamism, so I would define myself a teacher who likes that students can learn having fun and with joy. At the same time, I adore grammar and I think it is very important to study and internalize it in order to speak well a foreign language. Finally, during my classes I like to speak a little bit about culture of the language we are studying and to do some language structure’s comparisons which are very interesting to understand how languages work (a little bit of linguistics help).

USD 7.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher 萌-Moe-.
5.0

5 Lessons

萌-Moe-id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

資格を持つ日本語教師📚IT企業9年勤務の経験を活かして、初心者からビジネス日本語まで幅広くサポートします💬💼間違えても大丈夫!たくさん話すチャレンジをしましょう! はじめまして!もえです。日本語教師の国家資格を持っています。 日本語学校で留学生に2年間、そしてオンラインで3年以上、世界中の学習者に日本語を教えてきました。 「日本語は通じるのに、なぜかうまく意図が伝わらない」 「面接や職場で、どう話せばいいかわからない」 「人間関係や仕事でモヤモヤするけど、日本語で説明できない」 そんな経験はありませんか? 私のレッスンでは、あなたの体験を日本語で話してもらい、言いたいことを日本語で伝えるためのお手伝いをしています。 ◎私の経歴 ・IT企業での勤務経験(9年間):企画・営業・マーケティングを担当。実際のビジネスシーンに即した日本語を教えることができます。 ・日本語学校での指導(2年間):留学生に対して文法・会話を中心に授業を担当。初級から中級レベルまで丁寧にサポートしました。 ・オンラインレッスン(3年):世界中の学習者に、日本語能力試験(JLPT)対策、ビジネス日本語、フリートークなど、学習目的に合わせた指導を行っています。 ◎レッスン内容 • 会話レッスン(N5〜N3):無料教材「いろどり」を使って会話レッスンを行います • 上級者向け伝わる日本語:独自カリキュラムで伝わる日本語を習得するプログラムです。 • 就職活動サポート:履歴書・職務経歴書の添削、面接でよく聞かれる質問、面接練習などを練習します • フリートーク:趣味やニュースなど自由なテーマで会話練習を行います 日常会話から就職活動、ビジネス会話まで対応できることが私の強みです。 ◎趣味 音楽を聴くこと、映画(特にジブリ作品)、漫画(NARUTO、ONE PIECE)、コメディ 学習者の目的に合わせて、リラックスして学べるレッスンを心がけています。 間違えても大丈夫!たくさん話すチャレンジをしましょう! トライアルレッスンでお会いできるのを楽しみにしています! ※ご希望のレッスン時間が空いていない場合はお問い合わせください。 ※前後のレッスンによっては5分休憩をいただく場合がございますのでご了承ください。 ※キャンセルポリシーにより、24時間以内のキャンセルはレッスン代をお支払いいただきます。

Business
USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher MIHO.
5.0

169 Lessons

MIHOid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

italkiで一番「美しい日本語」を話す先生! ✔︎Professional Japanese teacher ✔︎Former high school Japanese teacher ✔︎プロの日本語教師(資格あり) ✔︎元高校国語教師 ✔︎JLPT対策が得意! ・楽しみながら勉強しましょう! In my class I will take in a lot of theme and example sentences that you are interested in.

USD 15.00/trial
Available 02:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher ふじたあやの.
ふじたあやのid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

✨ Master Japanese for Travel, Work, Exams & Hobbies—Tailored & Fun Lessons with Ayano! 🌸 Hi there! My name is Ayano—thank you so much for visiting my profile! 💕 I was born and raised in Nagoya, Japan 🏯. To me, teaching Japanese goes beyond just vocabulary and grammar—it’s about sharing the rich nuances of Japanese culture 🍵✨. I truly look forward to connecting with students from all over the world 🌍, learning together, and sharing our unique cultural perspectives! 🤝 English Assistant Teacher (Japan) 🏫: Worked for a year supporting Japanese children in learning English 👧🧒. I regularly used Japanese to explain complex concepts, clarify questions, and guide young learners through their studies 💡. 1-on-1 Japanese Tutor (Australia) 🦘: Taught personalized, in-person Japanese lessons to an adult learner🗣️. My teaching philosophy revolves around keeping lessons interactive and enjoyable! 🎈 Rather than relying strictly on textbooks 📖, I integrate authentic video content 🎬, real-life conversation topics 💭, and practical exercises into every lesson! 🎨 All learning levels are welcome! 🌟 As long as you bring your enthusiasm, I’ll handle the rest! 🙌💖 I fully customize every lesson based on your individual goals 🎯—whether you want to speak fluently for upcoming travel ✈️, prepare for language exams ✍️, improve listening comprehension 🎧, or practice writing 📝. 💡 Need support in English? Just let me know! English support is always available whenever you need extra help understanding a tricky rule! 🇬🇧✨

USD 16.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Aki.
5.0

494 Lessons

Akiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

Let's learn Japanese conversation to make your life more fun! はじめまして!自己紹介(じこしょうかい)します! Hi! Let me introduce myself! 名前(Name):Aki 出身(Hometown):日本・大阪(Osaka, Japan) 趣味(Hobby):ゲーム、イラスト、アニメ、旅行(Playing games/Drawing/Watching anime/Travelling) 言語(Language):日本語、英語、中国語(Japanese/English/Chinese) レッスンレベル(Lesson level):JLPT N5- 楽しい日本語の勉強をしましょう! あなたと話すのを楽しみにしています。 Let’s enjoy studying Japanese! I look forward to talking with you! <Cancel Policy> レッスンの30分前までに、連絡してください。 メッセージがないと、お金を返すことができません。 ちこくは20分までOKですが、メッセージをくださいね。えん長はできません。 Please contact me 30 min before starting the lesson. If the time passed, sorry, I can’t pay you back.. You can be late for the lesson if you send me a message in advance. To be late within 20min is acceptable, but we CANNOT extend the lesson time. レッスン歴(Teaching History): 2021年5月~(Since May 2021) レベル(Level):N5-N2 for Grammar Lesson / N5-N1 for Conversation Lesson ひらがな、カタカナを勉強した人にだけレッスンをしています。 I've been teaching for students who have learned Hiragana and Katakana. テキスト(Textbook):オリジナルワークシート(Original Worksheet) ★もし、使いたいテキストがあったら、教えてくださいね。 Please tell me if you have a textbook you want to use. ★ひらがな、カタカナが読める人だけです。(JLPT N5-) My lessons are only for students who can read Hiragana/Katakana. ★いまは、新しい生徒さんは、会話レッスンだけ受けつけています。はじめてわたしのレッスンを受けるときは、会話レッスンしか予約できません。 For now, grammar lesson is not for the new students. If you see me first time, you cannot book my grammar lesson. (Only conversation lesson is possible)

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

1,050 Lessons

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

Hi, I'm Toru. I was born and raised in Kyoto, Japan, and I currently live there. Before returning to Kyoto, I lived in the Philippines. I'm a Japanese teacher at several universities and a company in the Philippines. I like to travel, and I've been to several countries. The places are Taiwan, Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Guam, Korea, Thailand, Cambodia, Turkey, China, etc. I also like music, movies, anime, manga, etc. I am very fond of Japanese anime, so I am sure we can have a conversation about them as well. I'm learning English and Filipino. I'm a professional Japanese teacher and a native Japanese speaker. I completed all the requirements of the Japanese Language Teacher Training Course (420 hours). I teach Japanese from 1st year to 4th year university students. I also teach Japanese to employees of a company. So I can teach Japanese at a variety of levels, from beginner to advanced. I know that it's difficult to learn a foreign language, but I will be your teacher, so you can ask me everything about Japanese and also Japanese culture. I am also learning English and Filipino, so I can understand your feelings about learning another language. Since I lived in Kyoto and Osaka, Japan, I can also teach the Kansai dialect. In my lesson, we will do Conversation, Grammar, Listening, Reading comprehension, Preparation for JLPT, etc. Please inform me what you want to do or learn. I will give you feedback. I'm a friendly person, so we would enjoy our lessons.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 12:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kotone.
Kotoneid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·French
+1

Parlez japonais avec naturel et assurance dès aujourd'hui ! Bonjour ! Vous apprenez le japonais mais vous avez du mal à parler naturellement ? Mon objectif est de vous aider à utiliser un japonais naturel. J'habite actuellement en France et j'ai aussi vécu en Allemagne. J'apprends moi-même l'anglais et le français, donc je comprends les difficultés de l'apprentissage d'une langue étrangère : le stress de parler, la peur de faire des erreurs et la frustration de ne pas trouver les bons mots. Dans mes cours, vous pourrez parler dans une ambiance détendue tout en développant ✔ des expressions naturelles ✔ des tournures courantes ✔ votre fluidité à l'oral ✔ votre confiance en conversation Les cours sont adaptés à votre niveau et à vos objectifs. Les débutants sont les bienvenus ! Ils sont particulièrement recommandés si vous souhaitez • améliorer votre conversation en japonais • parler plus naturellement avec des Japonais • préparer un voyage au Japon • vivre ou travailler au Japon • progresser après un apprentissage en autonomie Je peux également vous expliquer la culture japonaise et vous donner des conseils utiles pour vos voyages. À propos de moi J'aime le tennis, les animés, les jeux vidéo, les voyages, les pâtisseries, le chocolat, la cuisine japonaise et française ainsi que les animaux. J'ai travaillé dans un cabinet d'avocats, un salon de beauté et une pâtisserie. Je peux aussi vous aider à développer votre japonais professionnel. Apprenons ensemble un japonais vivant. J'ai hâte de vous rencontrer lors d'un cours d'essai !

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Asami.
4.9

3,329 Lessons

Asamiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

I love my language and teaching it, and I hope to help my students find the joy of learning and speaking a new language. What I like is music, underground culture, onsen, education, psychology and meditation and my dog. I enjoy also Japanese Hip hop. The lyrics are wonderful combinations of well-thought Japanese and I like their word play. I also like to travel and have been to the U.S., Uganda, Ethiopia, Germany, Poland, Czech Republic, India, Vietnam, Indonesia, Hong Kong. I had lived in Thailand for 4 years and I like spicy food.

USD 30.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Sachi.
5.0

1,343 Lessons

Sachiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

言いたいのに言えない……そのモヤモヤ解消します! From “I can’t say it” to “I nailed it!” 🕒Regardless of the lesson length, I may sometimes finish about 3 minutes early to prepare for the next lesson. Thank you for your kind understanding. 🕒Please note that cancellations made within 24 hours of the lesson and no-shows will be charged the full lesson fee. 🔳こんにちは!さちです。日本在住、プロの日本語教師です。 「言いたいのに言えない…」そのモヤモヤを「言えた!」に変えます。 🔳中級・上級学習者専門レッスン  Level: JLPT N3–N1 (B1–C2) 日本語の知識はあるのに、会話になるとうまく話せない――そんな悩みを解消するレッスンです。 日本の映画・ドラマ・TV番組を使って、日本人が実際によく使う表現やスラングを楽しく学びながら、「話せる日本語」を身につけましょう! また、オリジナルストーリーを使ったレッスンでは、単語や文法だけでなく、丁寧語とため口の使い分けも自然に身につきます。 🔳レッスンの特徴 ・間違いはその場で直し、自然な日本語に変えていきます。 ・レッスン後にはレッスン内容をまとめたPDFをお渡しするので、復習にも役立ちます。 ・リラックスした雰囲気で、とにかくたくさん話すことを大切にしています。 🔳日本語教育能力検定試験に合格したプロの日本語教師です。 これまで、たくさんの学習者の方の「日本語を知っているのに話せない」という悩みをサポートしてきました。 🔳私は間違いを大切にします。間違いは成長のチャンス! その場でしっかり直し、伝わる日本語に変えていきます。 どんどんアウトプットしてください。 🔳生徒さんからは「明るくて話しやすい」「リラックスして会話できる」と言っていただくことが多いです。何事も楽しくなければ続かない!たくさん話して、間違えて、日本語を楽しみましょう! ◇Ever feel stuck when speaking Japanese? Let’s break that wall together — and start sounding like a native. ◇Learn authentic Japanese through movies, TV shows, and original stories that naturally combine polite and casual Japanese. ◇ I am a certified professional Japanese teacher. I have supported many learners who know Japanese but struggle when it comes to actually speaking. ◇Mistakes are valuable opportunities to grow. I correct them right away and help you turn them into natural Japanese. So let's talk a lot, make mistakes, and enjoy learning! さあ、一緒に楽しみましょう!

USD 15.00/trial
Available 00:30 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Seina.
5.0

1,058 Lessons

Seinaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Free talk style lessons focused on "improving speaking" The important thing in learning a language is to continue. I'm the same language learner as you, so I understand how difficult it is to learn a new language. It's very difficult to continue every day, but I think the secret to continuing is to have fun and learn. In the lesson, practice speaking casual Japanese as if you were talking with your friends! I would like to help you enjoy studying Japanese. 言語を学ぶ上で大切なのは「継続すること」です。私もみなさんと同じ言語学習者なので、新しい言語を学ぶ大変さはすごくよく分かります。毎日続けることはとても難しいですが、楽しんで勉強することが継続の秘訣だと思います。 レッスンでは、友達と喋るような感覚でカジュアルな日本語を話す練習をしましょう!あなたが楽しんで日本語を勉強できるようにお手伝いしたいと思います。

USD 5.00/trial
Available 06:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chiemi.
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I've been teaching Japanese for 6 years. My first trip abroad changed how I see the world. Later, I studied in the UK for six months without much preparation and ran into walls of language and culture. It wasn't all fun, and that bitter experience is the foundation of my lessons. I have taught Japanese for six years and love supporting people who dream of traveling to or working in Japan. My lessons focus on real conversation: not just correct grammar, but choosing the right words with an understanding of Japanese culture, so you can build good relationships. I previously worked as an English and math tutor and a cram school teacher, and volunteered at an elementary school and an after-school program. My students are aged 9 to 70. Hearing "I passed the exam!" or seeing students keep going despite busy schedules makes me glad to be a teacher. I mainly use Minna no Nihongo, but I adapt to each student, including handmade materials. My motto: a fun, fulfilling place to learn, built on trust. I'd love to be part of your "story across Japan." Join a lesson anytime! それから・・・ I have one request for prospective students: please share as much as you can about the culture of your country. I firmly believe this is essential, both for building mutual trust and for delivering effective lessons.

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What our Japanese students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 2,333,612 customer reviews

  • 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.

  • 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!

  • KIM CHANWOO

    KIM CHANWOO

    Learning Japanese

    11번째 수업을 마쳤는데, 매번 성과를 느끼고 있습니다. 다소 부족한 어휘력 탓에 서투르게 표현해도 찰떡같이 이해해 주십니다. 문법적인 질문에도 세심하게 답해 주셔서 도움이 됩니다. 단순히 회화 횟수를 채우는 것을 넘어, 저의 실력을 한 단계 도약시켰다고 생각합니다. 하즈키 선생님은 일본어 공부 향상을 도와줄 수 있는 좋은 튜터입니다. 앞으로도 수업은 계속 이어받을 생각입니다.

  • 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!

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