Learn Japanese with private Japanese teachers

Japanese Teacher | Beginners & Conversation Focus | Okinawa Hi! I’m Airi, a Japanese teacher based in Okinawa 😊 Former high school teacher in Japan. 🌿 Beginners & nervous speakers are very welcome I’ve lived in Australia, so I understand how challenging language learning can be. My lessons are relaxed, friendly, and focused on natural conversation. Let’s practice Japanese through daily life topics like travel, food, and free talk. I look forward to meeting you!

Feel free to discuss your preferred lesson time!🐈️レッスンの時間希望、受付けてます。 I’ve been working as a tutor from my high school days. I love to study with others and after I started working as a teacher, I was ALT for 2 years in elementary school & kindergarten. 高校生の時から学習塾でいろんな科目を教えていました。 社会人になってからは、ALTとして公立小学校の3、4年生に2年間教えに行きつつ、保育園にも英語の先生として教えに行きました。 私立小学校では英語の先生として1年生〜6年生を教えていました。

Speak Japanese fluently: Learn the right way from a teacher with a language background‼️ Why do you want to learn Japanese? ・I want to travel/live in Japan! ・I want to chat with Japanese friends! ・I love Japanese anime/manga :) ・I’m interested in Japanese culture If so, the best way is to start from the basics with a Japanese language specialist. Because Japanese has completely different rules from English! Matching them up perfectly is impossible (e.g., word order, particles). As you learn, you will wonder… "Why is Japanese like this?" So, beginners & intermediates need to get on the right track. With my professional background in the Japanese language, in my lessons, you will learn how to make proper sentences and speak without stress, not just by feel. The basic way is the fastest way. I’m looking forward to seeing you. 🏢Job Experience 🔸Japanese Teacher (3+ yrs.) 🔸Corporate Writer & Translator 🔸Tour Guide for international visitors 👩About Me 🔸Mother of elementary school children 🔸Backpacker (50+ countries) 📗Lesson Style 🔹Textbooks: GENKI (Beginner) / QUARTET (Intermediate) 🔹Lots of speaking practice to get used to using what you learned 🔹English support for complete beginners 🚀What You’ll Achieve: 🔹Use natural Japanese with native expressions 🔹Enjoy anime & manga 🔹Understand Japanese culture 👉️Recommended if you want to: ✅️Speak proper Japanese, not broken Japanese ✅️Communicate with locals when travelling/living ✅️Learn step by step while understanding language structure Learning Japanese is fun! See you in my lessons 😊

Learn Practical Japanese! Friendly Lessons supported in English & Portuguese 🇯🇵 クリニックでの医療通訳やアメリカンバーでの接客を通じ、日本語・ポルトガル語・英語で多くの外国人と会話を重ねてきました。 この経験から、日常の自然な言い回しや丁寧な表現、文化に合わせたコミュニケーションの大切さを学びました。 レッスンでは「たくさん話すこと」を重視しています。カフェでのカジュアルな会話から少し丁寧な表現まで、目標に合わせてサポートします。リラックスして楽しくお話ししましょう！ 🇬🇧 Through my experience as a medical interpreter at a clinic and in customer service at a bar, I have communicated with many people in Japanese, Portuguese, and English. I learned the importance of natural daily expressions, polite communication, and cultural context. In my lessons, I prioritize "speaking a lot." From casual conversations to polite expressions, I will support your goals. Let's relax and enjoy talking in Japanese! 🇧🇷 Através da minha experiência como intérprete médica e no atendimento em um bar, conversei com muitas pessoas em japonês, português e inglês. Aprendi a importância das expressões naturais do dia a dia, da comunicação polida e do contexto cultural. Em minhas aulas, priorizo "falar muito". Desde conversas casuais até expressões mais formais, apoiarei seus objetivos. Vamos relaxar e nos divertir falando japonês!

🌱 Speak Japanese Naturally & Confidently Fun, Real-Life Conversation 🌱 自然な日本語を楽しく話そう！実生活で使える会話レッスン Hi! I’m Miku! 🇯🇵🤍 Let’s learn Japanese that you can actually use in real life! こんにちは、みくです☺️ 私は日本語を「勉強する」だけではなく、 日本語を使って人とつながることを大切にしています🌏💓 日本語を間違えても大丈夫！ たくさん話して、たくさん間違えて、少しずつ自然な日本語を身につけていきましょう🌱 【What makes my lessons special? 】 🌱Real Japanese, not just textbook Japanese 教科書の日本語だけではなく、 「日本人なら実際にどう言う？」 「この言い方は自然？」 「友達にはどう言えばいい？」 など、日本人との会話ですぐ使える日本語を一緒に練習します。 🌱 A safe place to make mistakes 「間違えたら恥ずかしい…」 「日本語を話すのが怖い…」 そんな人も大歓迎です☺️🤍 私は、たくさん話してもらうことを大切にしています。 あなたのレベルに合わせて、 必要なところだけ日本語をサポートします。 🌱Your personal Japanese memo レッスン中に出てきた ・新しい言葉 ・自然な表現 ・間違いやすいポイント ・あなたが言いたかった表現 などをメモに残します📝✨ レッスンが終わったあとも復習できるので、 「話して終わり」にならないレッスンを目指しています。 必要なときは画面共有もします📱💻 Let’s talk about YOUR interests! Travel ✈️ Food 🍳 Culture 🌏 Daily life 🏠 Work 💼 Japan 🇯🇵 Hobbies 🌷 あなたの好きなことをテーマに、日本語を話しましょう！ 「日本旅行について話したい」 「日本で働くために日本語を練習したい」 「日本人の友達ともっと話したい」 「とにかく会話力を伸ばしたい！」 どんな目的でも大歓迎です☺️ 【About me】 🇯🇵 From Mie / Living in Tokyo 👩‍🏫 Japanese teaching experience: 3 years Online, highschool 🇳🇿 Homestay in New Zealand 🇺🇸 Internship at Walt Disney World in Florida I love: ✈️ Traveling 🍳 Cooking 🧘 Yoga ♨️ Onsen 🌏 Meeting people from different cultures I’ve traveled to: 🇺🇸 USA 🇳🇿 New Zealand 🇹🇼 Taiwan 🇹🇭 Thailand 🇵🇭 Philippines 🇰🇷 Korea 🤍 Let’s enjoy Japanese together! You don’t need to be perfect. Let’s make mistakes, laugh, talk, and improve together! 🌱 I’m looking forward to meeting you! 🌷🤍

🌿 For Beginners Who Truly Want to SPEAK Japanese | Japan-based🍁Formerly Canada| English support! Konnichiwa, my name is Aya! ✨ I’m a Japanese language tutor who truly enjoys supporting and encouraging people on their Japanese language journey. If you truly want to speak Japanese with confidence, I offer practical, supportive lessons focused on real-life communication. I lived in Canada for six years, and as an adult English learner myself, I understand how challenging it can be to learn a new language and speak when you’re not confident yet. In my lessons, you can ask questions, make mistakes, and express yourself without worrying about being perfect. I’ll support you at your own pace and help you build confidence. For intermediate learners and above, I also offer a 「News & Culture Discussion」course to practice natural conversation while exploring Japanese news, culture, and everyday topics. I love traveling, nature, baking, and connecting with people from different cultures. I’ve also backpacked through many countries! If you’re nervous about speaking Japanese, don’t worry. You don’t have to be perfect from the beginning. Let’s work together toward those moments when you can think, “I can actually communicate in Japanese!”🌿 I'm looking forward to meeting you in our first lesson! 🌸

Japanese Speaking 🗣️ Beginner to Intermediate | Turn What You Know into Real Conversation 🌿 From “Knowing Japanese” to “Using Japanese” I help beginner to intermediate learners turn the Japanese they already know into Japanese they can actually use in real conversations. ✨ My lessons are for you if you: • Can read hiragana and katakana • Know basic Japanese but need more speaking practice • Understand grammar but find it difficult to use naturally • Want to feel more confident speaking Japanese 🗣️ In my lessons, you will: • Practice through real conversations • Use grammar and vocabulary you’ve learned • Review previous material to help it stick • Receive simple, supportive corrections • Learn at your own pace in a relaxed atmosphere 📚 Lessons GENKI Japanese Learn key grammar and practice using it in conversation. We’ll also review what you’ve learned so you can turn knowledge into real speaking skills. Conversation & Free Talk Build confidence through natural conversation and learn how to express what you really want to say in Japanese. Mistakes are always welcome—they’re part of learning. 🌿 Let’s turn “I know this Japanese” into “I can actually use it!” 🌸 🌿 「知っている」から「使える」日本語へ ひらがな・カタカナが読める初級〜中級の方を対象に、学んだ日本語を実際の会話で「使える日本語」に変えるお手伝いをしています。 GENKIやフリートークを使って、文法や語彙を実際に使って話す練習をします。一度学んだ内容も復習しながら、自然に使える日本語を増やしていきましょう。 間違えても大丈夫。リラックスした雰囲気で、自分のペースで楽しく日本語を話しましょう！🌸

🎃Oct ANIME : From Up on Poppy Hill(GHIBLI)🎃 Let's learn DAILY CONVERSATION through ANIME Hi ! I'm Lily. I’m a native Japanese speaker from Japan, currently living in Toronto to study English. 📺Watching anime and learning real Japanese through it 🌸 Original lesson materials 📝 Detailed personalized feedback 📚 Lesson slides are sent after class 🌱 Build your confidence step by step 😊 A patient, friendly, and encouraging atmosphere I understand how challenging (and sometimes scary!) it can be to learn a new language, so I always try to create a relaxed and friendly atmosphere where you can feel comfortable speaking Japanese. After graduating from university, I worked in sales at a food company, so I can also help you with natural communication and real-life Japanese. 🌷 My lessons Fun and relaxed conversation with detail review Learn useful, natural Japanese through ANIME Japanese dating culture/conversation Build your confidence step by step 📖I especially recommend my lessons for Beginners who feel nervous speaking People who want to practice real conversation Those who want a friendly, supportive teacher 💛 About me I love anime, Ghibli, dogs, and photography! ・Attack on titan ・Haikyu ・Kiki!s derivery service Let’s enjoy learning Japanese together! I’m looking forward to meeting you ✨ こんにちは！リリーです。 日本語ネイティブで、現在は英語を勉強するためにトロントに住んでいます。 私の英語レベルは中級です。 🌿レッスンについて ・楽しくリラックスした会話 ・自然で使える日本語を学ぶ ・少しずつ自信をつけるレッスン 📖こんな方におすすめです ・日本語を話すのが不安な初心者の方 ・会話力を伸ばしたい方 ・やさしくサポートしてくれる先生を探している方 💛好きなこと アニメ、ジブリ、犬、写真

Professional teacher of both individual and group lessons :) Hello! I’m Yuki, a qualified native Japanese teacher from Osaka. I speak both standard Japanese and Kansai dialect. I teach students of all levels, from beginners to advanced students, and create lessons based on each learner’s goals, needs, and pace. My professional background includes IT sales and travel content writing, which helps me teach practical communication, business Japanese, and travel-related expressions. I'm open-minded and naturally curious, and I enjoy meeting people from different cultures. Sharing ideas about language, traditions, and daily life is one of the most enjoyable parts of teaching for me. My interests include anime, musicals, manga, watercolor painting, travel, and music. Teaching Japanese language and culture is my passion. I always try to make lessons enjoyable, useful, and motivating so students can build confidence and keep improving. Besides textbooks, I like using authentic materials such as news, online articles, and topics that interest you to learn vocabulary, grammar, natural expressions, and culture in a fun and practical way. I also enjoy practical learning methods such as journaling and having conversations using photos. **Cancellation policy** As per italki cancellation policy (and also to be fair to my all students) I cannot refund or reschedule the lesson for any reason if the starting time is within 24 hours.

🏆 Top 1% Teacher｜✅ Certified｜🧑🏻‍🏫 10 Years of Experience｜👥 Group Lesson｜🏳️‍🌈 LGBTQ+ Friendly こんにちは！けんやです。Konnichiwa! I'm Kenya 😊 I'm originally from Yokohama, Japan, and I've lived in six different countries 🇯🇵🇨🇦🇺🇸🇲🇽🇧🇷🇪🇸 I also do house and pet sitting, so you'll occasionally find me teaching from different homes :) Things I love: ✈️ Traveling | 🐶 Animals | 🍜 International Food | 🗣 Learning languages | ⚽️ Sports | 🧗 Hiking & Climbing | 🧘 Yoga & Meditation | 🌳 Quiet time in nature | 👬👭 Meeting new people | ♟️ Board games | 🎬 Thrillers, Sci-Fi & Anime ► Learning Japanese is fun, and I'd love to help you enjoy the journey! ► My classroom is a safe space for everyone, including LGBTQ+ students 🏳️‍🌈 ✳️ Modern, communicative teaching approach 🇯🇵 Specialist in teaching Japanese as a foreign language 🗣 Standard Japanese pronunciation 🏆 Top 1% Japanese teacher on italki Teaching Experience • 2007 to 2009: Japanese Teacher Assistant, SKSS (Canada 🇨🇦) • 2010 to 2013: Japanese Teacher Assistant & Tutor, Towson University (USA 🇺🇸) • 2016: Japanese teacher for foreign residents (Japan 🇯🇵) • 2017: Completed a 420-hour Japanese teacher training course (Japan 🇯🇵) • 2017 to 2019: Japanese teacher at a language school (Spain 🇪🇸) • 2019 to Present: Online Japanese teacher 💻 In my lessons, you will get: 🗣 Lots of conversation practice 📝 Personalized lesson notes in Google Docs 📚 GENKI and other materials depending on your goals Let's enjoy learning Japanese together! ♪( ´▽｀)

6年前に初めて日本語教師としての職業に従事する機会を与えて頂き、様々な外国籍の方と日本語に携わる仕事ができちいることに喜びを感じております。

Professional Japanese Teacher in Tokyo｜Natural Conversation, Nuance & JLPT N3–N1 You understand Japanese, but freeze when you try to speak—or your Japanese sounds too textbook-like. I help intermediate and advanced learners turn grammar and vocabulary they already know into natural conversation. We use real examples from everyday Japanese, podcasts, manga, dramas and current topics. In every lesson, you will receive clear corrections, natural alternatives and specific expressions you can use immediately. ☆Topics that we can talk about forever and I love ・NBA (Boston Celtics☘️) ・Rock Bands (AC/DC, Rancid, RHCP...) ・R＆B (Aaliyah, The Internet...) ・HIPHOP (Kendrick Lamar, Nas...) ・HUNTER×HUNTER, Yu Yu Hakusho and Level E ・JOJO'S BIZARRE ADVENTURE ・SLAM DUNK🏀 ・Neon Genesis Evangelion🟢🟣 ・Breaking Bad＆Better Call Saul ・Brooklyn Nine-Nine👮 ・Stanley Kubrick👁️ ☆Countries I’ve been to; Dublin, Ireland 🇮🇪 Boston, U.S🇺🇸 I recommend my lessons to people who ・want to practice grammar in conversation ・aren't sure if you can speak naturally even having grammar knowledge ・want to learn how to speak casual Japanese You learned grammar enough but perhaps can't speak fluently with native Japanese. So let's practice natural Japanese conversation with me! ・Professional Japanese teacher working at a language school in Tokyo ・Experienced with learners from beginner to advanced levels ・English support available ・Creator of the YouTube channel “Ordinary Japanese Speaks Like This”

Japanese Coach & Copywriter: Unlock Your Authentic Voice & IKIGAI 🌸 Professional Japanese Writer (20yr) × North America (19yr) Hi! I’m Ai. With 20 years of experience as a professional copywriter and 10 years as a life coach and interviewer. I specialize in helping you find your "joy of expression" in Japanese, ​ tailored perfectly to your level and interests. ​ 📚 Choose Your Style: ​ 【Beginner OK!】 Solid Foundations (Textbook-based): Solid basics using "Irodori" or simple conversation. Having spent 19 years in N. America, I know the struggle and offer full English support! ​ 【Intermediate+】 Express Yourself: "Interview-Style" Talk: As a professional interviewer, I love hearing people’s stories. I’ll help you talk about your dreams, hobbies, and life experiences in Japanese. We won’t just "study"—we’ll find the natural, authentic expressions that reflect the real YOU. ​ 【Deep Culture】 The Power of "Kotodama" (Soul of Words): Explore "Kotodama" (soul of Japanese words), mythology, and hidden gems in Japan that aren't in guidebooks. ​ ​ 🙋‍♀️ Why me? ​ 🎙️ Pro Listener: I’m an expert at creating a relaxed space where your words flow naturally. 🐙 Kansai Roots: I value humor and a warm, friendly atmosphere! 🌏 Diverse Experience: Parenting overseas, business workshops, and community organizing. Whatever your topic, I’m all ears! 💝 My name, Ai, means "Love" in Japanese. I’m here to cheer you on with all my heart to make your Japanese journey an exciting and loving one! ​ I’m looking forward to starting this journey with you! Love, Ai

Certified teacher and translator - Become fluent through fun and interactive lessons! I am a native Japanese teacher living in Germany. I've also lived in the UK and France, and enjoy discovering foreign cultures, while still appreciating Japanese traditions such as tea ceremony and calligraphy. Teaching on italki since 2019, I enjoy sharing my love for languages and accompanying my students on their journey. Some students started with me back then and are still learning with me today, progressing from complete beginner to fluency over the years, and it has been a pleasure to witness their development. Language learning is a long (but rewarding!) process that can be hard to navigate on your own. I guide you based on both my teaching experience and my own experience of learning languages quite different from my own. Certified in 2005, I adapt my approach to each student, combining precise bilingual instruction and comprehensible input. I aim to create a safe environment where you can feel comfortable speaking and making mistakes. Beginners can start from the basics, with my original materials designed to make learning engaging. From intermediate level, we shift focus to application through conversation and activities, to address gaps and strengthen your grammar and vocabulary. You will also develop an understanding of real-life Japanese, society, and culture, so you can express yourself with confidence and feel like yourself in the language. ☆Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language (IIEL) ☆English (C2), French (DALF C1)

Qualified Japanese Teacher in Canada | Fun & Effective Lessons for All Levels 【Native Japanese Teacher & Language Learner】 Hi! I’m Ayano, a native Japanese speaker living in Canada since 2012. As a mother of 10-year-old twins and a dedicated student of Korean with a 390+ day streak, I understand the commitment required to balance life and language study. I bring this empathy and patience to every lesson. 【Professional Qualifications】 * Certified: Passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test. * Trained: Completed 420-hour (WJLC) and MTT (JIC) training courses. 【My Lessons:】 I believe speaking is the fastest way to improve. We focus on output and practical use. * Beginner (N5-N4): Genki I & II * Intermediate (N3-N2): Quartet I & II * Conversation: Marugoto (A1-B1) * Test Prep: Customized JLPT support. Let's reach your goals together. Book a trial lesson today! 【自己紹介】 こんにちは！日本語教師の文乃です。日本で生まれ育ったネイティブスピーカーです。2012年からカナダのアルバータ州に住んでおり、現在は10歳の双子の母として日々奮闘しています。 私自身も1年以上毎日韓国語を勉強し続けている「現役の言語学習者」です。新しい言葉を学ぶ楽しさと難しさをどちらも理解しているからこそ、皆さんの不安に寄り添い、楽しく丁寧にサポートすることができます。 【確かな指導実績】 専門知識に基づいた質の高い指導を行うため、以下の資格を保有しています。 * 日本語教育能力検定試験 合格 * WJLC 420時間日本語教師養成講座 修了 * JIC Language School 日本語MTT養成講座 修了 * 株式会社日学舎 日本語教え方講座 修了 【レッスンスタイルと教材】 スピーキングとアウトプットを重視したレッスンを行います。 提供中のクラス * 初級レベル： 『げんき I & II』（JLPT N5・N4相当） * 中級レベル： 『中級日本語カルテット I & II』（JLPT N3・N2相当） * 会話：『まるごと（A1-B1）』 * JLPT対策：試験合格に向けたカスタマイズ まずはトライアルレッスンでお会いしましょう！

Expert of teaching complete beginners who really want to SPEAK Japanese Konnichiwa! I’m a Japanese teacher who loves helping beginners speak confidently from day one. After teaching at a well-known Japanese language school in Thailand, I now combine that experience with my life as a digital nomad, bringing practical, engaging lessons inspired by different cultures. I also love learning foreign languages, traveling, dancing, working out, and discovering new things. Let’s turn your “I can’t” into “I did it!” (P.S. ¡También puedo enseñar japonés en español!) I specialize in teaching complete beginners and making Japanese feel approachable from the very first lesson. I also help students write hiragana, katakana, and kanji clearly and beautifully. My lessons focus on practical communication, with plenty of review to help you remember and confidently use what you’ve learned. If you’re nervous about learning Japanese online, don’t worry—guiding beginners is one of my favorite parts of teaching! I’d love for you to book a trial lesson and see if my teaching style is a good fit for you. Please note: • I teach students aged 16 and above. • Cancellations made within 24 hours of the lesson and no-shows will be charged the full lesson fee.

Let's study Japanese with anime lover teacher 🗣️🇯🇵 Hello everyone, my name is Yuta! My hobby is to watch anime and travel inside Japan. I have passion for anime and I watch everyweek so I welcome students who also like anime. JJK character Yuta is same name as me so if you want to take lesson and talk about Jujutsu, I am the best fit for that! My favorite anime : AOT, JJK, One piece, Vinland Saga, Tokyo Revengers, Ghiburi I have been teaching Japanese for 4 years so far and I always use visuals such as pictures and graph to help students understand easily. My lesson style is active lesson so I want students to actively engage with class and improve the language skills

Friendly professional Japanese teacher based in the UK, teaches in English as well. Born and raised in the Greater Tokyo area, friendly and accommodating to all :) Looking forward to seeing you in a trial lesson!

Feel nervous to take a lesson? Don't worry, I guarantee you have an enjoyable lesson :) I studied English in London so if you need additional support in English during my classes, please let me know. I will speak slowly as much as I can so please be relaxed during my lesson.

Lesson Taylor | Tailor-made Japanese lessons for new learners to advanced （オーダーメイド日本語レッスン） As a teacher, I value flexibility. Every student has different backgrounds, and the most effective way to master a language varies from person to person, so I always adjust my lessons to fit what you need. Thankfully, my students often tell me that I have a calm and relaxed way of teaching, which makes it easier for them to speak without feeling nervous. Ultimately, I want to be a teacher who listens carefully and encourages you. I’ll do my best to guide you in your Japanese learning journey, while making sure you always feel comfortable and motivated. 先生としては、柔軟性を大切にしています。みんな違うバックグラウンドがあるはずなので、それぞれに合わせたレッスンをするのが大切だと考えています。ありがたいことに、リラックスした雰囲気で話せるというフィードバックをよく頂くので、皆さんが心地良い環境で学習できるように努めます！