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Meaningful Japanese Conversations｜Discover Japan, Share Your Culture, Speak Naturally You studied Japanese. Now, let's learn how to USE it. Have you ever felt this way? “I passed the JLPT, but I still can't speak Japanese naturally.” “I know grammar and vocabulary, but I can't find the right words when I speak.” “I can understand Japanese, but real conversations are difficult.” If this sounds familiar, my conversation lessons may be for you. Turn the Japanese you KNOW into Japanese you can actually USE. The JLPT is a great way to build your Japanese knowledge. But knowing grammar and vocabulary is different from using them naturally in conversation. In my 60-minute lessons, we talk about topics that interest you — everyday life, culture, travel, food, work, and more. I guide the conversation, help you express what you want to say, and give you feedback on natural expressions and word choice. My lessons are especially suitable if you: ✓ Have studied Japanese grammar and vocabulary ✓ Have passed or are preparing for the JLPT ✓ Understand Japanese but struggle to speak ✓ Want to speak more naturally ✓ Want to express your own thoughts in Japanese I also have three years of experience as a writer, so I pay special attention to word choice and nuance. You don't need to speak perfect Japanese. Let's take the Japanese you already know and turn it into Japanese you can actually use. I look forward to talking with you!

😊 10,000+ lessons | 5.0★ | Your Japanese Companion 🌸 🆕 NEW: Beginner Course ($30 / 45 min – Minna no Nihongo 1–5) Hi! I'm Yuki 👋 Anime, games, travel, and Japanese are my favorite topics! Let's talk together 🎮🌸✈️ A friendly Japanese teacher in Fukuoka, with 15+ years of experience and 10,000+ lessons. My lessons are never boring! 😊 🎯 What we can do: ・Natural conversation practice ・JLPT prep (N5–N1) ・Clear grammar explanations ・Business & travel Japanese ・Anime & manga Japanese Everything is customized to your goals. Love One Piece? Let's read the manga. Planning a trip? Let's practice real conversations. Aiming for the JLPT? I'll guide you step by step. 📝 After every lesson, I send you personalized feedback: ・A list of the new words we used ・Your mistakes, gently corrected and summarized 💛 What matters most to me: Many of my students have learned with me for over 5 years. I don't just teach Japanese — I listen to your life, laugh with you, and walk beside you. I'm your companion, not just your teacher. I've even met some students in person in Fukuoka! 😊 🌸 About me: Certified teacher since 2009. I taught at a language school in Melbourne (2010–2016), so I understand learning Japanese as a foreigner. Since 2016, I've helped hundreds of students online reach their goals. 🌟 How to start: 1️⃣ Send me a message (your goals, or just say hi!) 2️⃣ Book a trial lesson ($10) — let's make your plan 3️⃣ Choose a course and start your journey! Looking forward to meeting you 🎌 Yuki 🌸

✨あなたが日本語を使って、かなえたい夢はどんなことですか✨ はじめまして、れいなです。 🍀大阪出身、神戸に住んでいます。 イギリス・ロンドンや韓国・ソウルでの生活経験があり、多文化に触れてきました。 日本語の学習を、英語と韓国語でもサポートできますので、 初心者の方や、日本語で話すことに不安な方も安心してレッスンを受けてくださいね。 🍀趣味/Hobby 旅行や自然、さんぽ、コーヒーが大好きで、日常の小さな発見を大切にしています。 🍀レッスン 私は、みなさん一人一人の目標に合わせたレッスンを行っています 幅広いトピックで会話練習をしたり、 教科書で文法を勉強しながらスキルを上げることもできます。 会社の営業職として働いた経験があり、 ビジネスの場面で使う会話やプレゼン練習、面接練習も行うことができます。 あなたの「日本語で叶えたい夢」や目標を、ぜひ聞かせてください。 語学は一人で悩まず、楽しく続けることが大切です。 あなたの夢やチャレンジを、日本語で一緒に実現しましょう！ Hello, everyone. I’m Reina. I’m a native Japanese speaker from Kobe. I have been working at a primary school. I was studying English and Korean so I can support you toLearn Japanese with both languages. I’d like to help you improve your Japanese level,And support you to familiar with Japanese culture. Please feel free to contact me anytime.

Qualified Japanese Teacher, over 10 years teaching experience!! I have master’s degree of Japanese language education. In my master’s course, I studied how to motivate learners in learning a foreign language, so I have passion to motivate my students. I also study Chinese and English by myself so I really understand how difficult it is to keep studying a language but I also know that there is happiness and joy in learning a language. I will support you to reach your goals by learning Japanese in a relaxed and enjoyable way because seeing my students smile and improve their Japanese skills is my greatest source of joy when teaching!

Absolute beginners are welcome😊 Let's study Japanese language and the culture behind it together! Born in Tokyo and raised in Kanagawa, I now call Oregon home after moving from Japan a few years ago. As an intercultural communication specialist (BA & MA), I love bridging cultures through language—especially with beginners! When not teaching, I’m baking, binge-watching shows, sewing, or traveling. I love animals (I have 6 fur babies), and your pets are welcome to join lessons anytime to make learning relaxed and fun. Let’s explore Japanese language *and* culture together! 東京生まれ、神奈川育ち、数年前からオレゴン在住です。国際文化学専攻（学士・修士）の経験を活かし、初心者にも優しく日本語と文化を教えています。レッスン以外ではお菓子作りや旅行、Netflix鑑賞をしていることが多いです。動物が好きなので（6匹飼っています）、ペットと一緒にレッスンに参加するのも大歓迎です！リラックスした雰囲気で、一緒に楽しく学びましょう！ I started teaching Japanese in 2013 as a volunteer in my hometown, and completed all the requirements of the Japanese Language Teacher Training Course in 2020. I have met people from more than 30 countries through this teaching career so far and I really enjoy teaching the language and the culture. 2013年に地元でボランティア講師として日本語を教え始め、2020年に日本語教師の資格を取得しました。日本語を教えることを通じて今まで30カ国以上の人に出会い、日本語と日本の文化を教えることをとても楽しんでいます。 Because italki is mainly for private lessons, I would like to focus on what and how the students want to study. I think studying Japanese in Japanese is a bit too hard sometimes (especially for beginners), so I would love to help students by using English if needed. If you are interested in my lessons, please feel free to message me. For the cancellation policy, please check the lesson booking page.

Let's enjoy learning Japanese with me! 一起開心地學日文吧！私と一緒に日本語の勉強をしましょう😊 🌸 Welcome! I'm Sayuri, a Certified Japanese Teacher. Want to speak Japanese naturally and confidently? I'm from Fukuoka, Japan, and I've taught over 3,800 online lessons to students from around the world. I have more than 5 years of teaching experience, passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test, and completed a 420-hour teacher training course. I create Japanese learning content for 65,000+ learners, so I understand students' challenges. Whether your goal is traveling in Japan, passing the JLPT, or having natural conversations with native speakers, I'll create lessons that match your pace and goals. I believe learning should be enjoyable and practical. My lessons are perfect for: • Beginners • Daily Conversation • Japanese for Travel • JLPT You'll get: ✓ Personalized lessons ✓ Clear grammar explanations ✓ Original materials ✓ Review notes & optional homework As a language learner myself, I know learning can be challenging. My goal is not only to help you study Japanese, but to help you enjoy using it with confidence in everyday life. I look forward to meeting you in our first lesson. Let's enjoy learning Japanese together! ────────────────── こんにちは！日本語教師のさゆりです。 福岡県出身で、これまでに3,800回以上のオンラインレッスンを担当し、4年以上世界中の学習者をサポートしてきました。 日本語教育能力検定試験に合格し、420時間日本語教師養成講座も修了しています。また、日本語学習コンテンツを発信し、6万5千人以上の学習者にご覧いただいています。 旅行・JLPT・日常会話など、一人ひとりの目標やレベルに合わせてレッスンを行います。初心者の方も安心して受講してください。 私自身も外国語を学んでいるので、「話したいのに話せない」という気持ちがよく分かります。間違いを恐れず、楽しく自信を持って話せるようサポートします。

🇯🇵 Certified Japanese Teacher | Natural Japanese, Culture & Real Conversation Hello! I'm Moemi, a certified Japanese teacher from Japan. For me, learning Japanese is about more than grammar and vocabulary. Language reflects how people think, communicate, and see the world. When you understand the culture behind the words, Japanese becomes easier—and more enjoyable. I've lived in different regions of Japan and traveled extensively within Japan and abroad. Whether you're interested in daily life, food, travel, work culture, social customs, or current events, we'll always have something to talk about. My lessons are practical, supportive, and tailored to your goals. ✅ Clear grammar explanations in English ✅ Personalized lessons and materials ✅ Insights into Japanese culture and daily life ✅ Friendly and relaxed atmosphere Lessons available: 📚 Grammar Lessons (Beginner–N3) Build a solid foundation with structured lessons focused on practical communication. ✈️ Travel Japanese Learn essential phrases, cultural tips, and useful expressions for your trip to Japan. 🗣️ Real Conversation Practice Improve fluency through relaxed conversations about topics you enjoy. 📰 Watch, Discuss & Learn Use articles, videos, or book excerpts to explore Japanese language, culture, and current events. My goal is not only to help you learn Japanese, but also to help you feel more connected to Japan and its people. I look forward to meeting you and supporting your Japanese journey!

Hi everyone! I’m Kimi from Hokkaido, Japan. After living over 13 years in New Zealand and Australia, I understand both Japanese and English cultures deeply. My journey from struggling with English to becoming fluent helps me relate to your challenges as a language learner. I love sharing Japanese culture through food, travel, and crafts—my experiences as a tour guide and chef inspire my lessons. If you’re looking for a friendly tutor who truly understands the ups and downs of learning a new language, I’m here to help. Feel free to reach out with any questions. I look forward to meeting you!

😊 From Zero to Conversation | GENKI-Based Lessons | 1,800+ Lessons | Beginners Welcome Still can't speak despite studying? That's who I teach. 😊 I'm Ayaka, a bilingual tutor from Osaka with 1,800+ lessons. I help beginners go from "where do I start?" to real conversations in Japanese — and I can help you too. My 3-step approach: 📚 Build — GENKI-based grammar, step-by-step, so nothing feels random 🗣️ Speak — every grammar point goes straight into real conversation practice 📝 Review — personalized feedback notes after each lesson so you never forget Why choose me: ✅ I learned English & Spanish myself — I truly understand where beginners struggle ✅ A safe space to make mistakes — because that's exactly how you grow ✅ Original teaching materials used live every lesson ✅ Message support between lessons — stuck on a phrase? Just ask! I use GENKI as my core textbook — structured learning always works better than random studying. Don't have GENKI yet? No problem — I'll guide you on which volume to get! Already using a different textbook? I can adapt to what you have. 🟦 From Study to Speaking — Immediately Every grammar point goes straight into real conversation practice, turning passive knowledge into active, usable Japanese. 🎯 Fully Tailored to You Total beginner or returning learner — I adjust the pace and content to fit your goals. Whether you want to travel Japan, enjoy anime, pass JLPT, or simply hold a conversation, I'll guide you every step. 👉 Book a trial lesson today and let's start your Japanese journey together! 🌸

Enjoyable Japanese Lessons — Never a Boring Moment! ☆In March 2024, I studied language teaching methods based on neuroscience with Dr. Takashi Terashima. After that, I began teaching on italki, applying what I learned. I speak Spanish and a little English, so even complete beginners with no Japanese knowledge are welcome! Let’s enjoy learning together!

★ ❝Chinese Japanese Teacher❞ with 14 years of experience, Beginners and travelers are available Teaching Approach: • Customized Lessons: I adapt my teaching methods based on your goals, whether it’s daily conversation, business language, or exam preparation. • Interactive Learning: Engage in role-play conversations, utilize videos to make learning enjoyable. • Flexible Materials: A variety of resources to suit different learning styles and proficiency levels. Why me? • Over a decade of teaching experience. • Trilingual ability enhances communication and understanding. • Passionate about languages and helping others succeed. If you’re seeking a comfortable, interesting, and effective way to learn Chinese or Japanese, Let’s embark on this exciting language journey together!

Qualified teacher with a master’s degree and solid teaching experience both in Japan and the UK I'm a qualified Japanese teacher completing the Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language course, passing the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test, and earning a master's degree in Translation Studies at SOAS, University of London. So far, I’ve been involved in several linguistic projects like translation, localisation and annotation for NLP. I specialise in the area of connotation, implication, and nuance of words and sentences. I’ve been teaching Japanese to learners of various levels, first languages, and professional backgrounds. It's given me the chance to meet amazing people from all around the world. I’ve also learnt a lot from them. I love it! : )

Bilingual Japanese Tutor⭐︎ . Konnichiwa! I’m Yukino 😊 Born in Los Angeles and raised in Nara, Japan, I’m fluent in both Japanese and English and grew up with both Japanese and Western cultures. I’ve lived in the USA, Canada, Sweden, and Japan, and traveled to 30+ countries. With experience as a tour guide and IT consultant, I love connecting with people from different cultures and backgrounds. My lessons focus on natural, practical Japanese you can actually use in real life — from everyday conversation and travel to cultural tips and expressions you won’t always find in textbooks. I create a relaxed and friendly space where you can speak without worrying about mistakes. Let’s have fun, build your confidence, and make your Japanese sound more natural! Hope to see you in a lesson soon 🎵

Thanks for reading my profile. Here are the lessons what I teach mainly. -Japanese conversation (beginner/advanced) -Learn Japanese step by step (Japanese letters and grammars based by Minnano Nihongo) -Business Japanese (beginner/advanced) -Intensive lesson for JLPT (N5-N1) But if you have any questions for Japanese or requests, I can give you the lesson too. (Leaning Japanese song, reading Japanese novels, understanding Japanese comedy etc...) My youngest students were 6 years old. I like teaching to kids too. To study and speak a foreign language opens your world and mind on a level which can’t be measured. Let’s study Japanese together and open the world around you!

元小中学校教員。人気レッスン☆1位 JLPTN1～N３文法☆2位 会話練習☆3位 大学・大学院の面接練習☆4位 論文添削（Lessonは、Zoomでお願いします。） 広島大学大学院修了 Completed graduate school at Hiroshima 小学校、中学校で30年間教えていました。 I have been an elementary and junior high school teacher for 30 years. 本気で頑張る人を応援します。 I support people who really do their best. 論文添削と大学・大学院の面接のプロ、実績多数（東京大学、早稲田大学、大阪大学、筑波大学、一橋大学、明治大学、立命館大学etc. 大学院多数合格） Dissertation correction and interview practice professionals　Lots of performances 私の好きな言葉は「チャレンジ」です。 My favorite word is "Challenge". 性格：責任感が強い Personality: Responsible personality 趣味：バイク、水泳、書道、ボクシング Hobbies: Bike　Swimming　Japanese calligraphy　Boxing わかるまでおしえます。 I will teach you until you understand. 東京の大学で日本語を教えています。 I teach Japanese at the University in Tokyo. 公立小中学校の教員をしていました。 I was a teacher at a public elementary and junior high school. 現在、中級・上級の日本だけ教えています。初級は教えていません。 Currently, I only teach intermediate and advanced Japanese. I do not teach beginners. 高い合格率！日本の大学・大学院 High passing rate! Universities and Graduate Schools in Japan 受験のプロ Exam professional 在我的课上，中国学生最多。 （日本大学、大学院的面试练习、研究计划、目的陈述的修正等） I will do my best to support you. 全力で応援します。 Use if you have the desired text 希望のテキストがあれば利用 If there is no desired text, I will select it 希望のテキストがなければ私が選択 Classes are mainly in Japanese, English is also possible (in as simple Japanese as possible) 授業は日本語が中心、英語も可能（できるだけ簡単な日本語で） Explanation until you understand 分かるまで説明

You would be able to speak beautiful and polite Japanese! こんにちは！日本在住の日本語ネイティブ、みなです。「美しい敬語」の指導が得意で、10年間の接客業経験を活かした実践的なレッスンを提供しています。大学時代にアメリカへ留学したため、英語話者のつまずきポイントも理解しています。初心者の方にもゆっくり丁寧に指導します。旅行先での会話や、ビジネスシーンで使える日本語まで、あなたの目標に合わせてサポートします！ I'll support you wholeheartedly in achieving your goal of speaking Japanese with confidence! Drawing on 10 years of customer service experience honing my “beautiful Japanese” and volunteer teaching experience, I provide lessons tailored to your level. I'm truly delighted that you've chosen to learn Japanese. Because I know firsthand how challenging learning a foreign language can be, I strive to create lessons that address your specific struggles and goals. ■Basic Grammar with [GENKI] <A1-B2> 言葉の土台となる「文法」を、教科書を使ってわかりやすく整理して教えます。教科書通りのルールだけでなく、「どんな場面で、どの文法を使うのが最も自然か」という実践的な視点を大切にしています。 ■Let's talk in Japanese! <A2-C2> 日常の何気ない会話から、日本のニュース記事を一緒に読んでみるなど幅広く対応します。私も現在、英語を勉強している学習者の一人です。間違えることを怖がらず、楽しくたくさん話しましょう！ ■Mastering Keigo: Professional Japanese < B1-C2>　 接客のプロとして培った、相手に失礼がなく、心に響く言葉遣いを直接お教えします。日本での暮らしや、ビジネスシーン、アルバイト、公式な場面で自信を持って敬語を話せるようになりたい方に最適です。教科書を使います。

I am very happy to be able to teach Japanese with you. I was a kindergarten teacher for 17 years. After that, I got my Japanese teacher qualification and taught face-to-face classes at a Japanese language school for about three years. Now I teach Japanese to children at an international school, and also teach at a Japanese language school while giving online private lessons. I don't want it to feel like I'm just studying, so I make sure to chat while I'm learning natural Japanese.

I've been teaching Japanese since 2018. In addition to teaching, I host a podcast on the Japanese language and have been distributing articles in the italki community since 2021 (#JapaneseLeague). My website: https://japanesemayuna.com/

2022 Top 1% Japanese teacher in italki🏆 / Experienced at language school for 3 years🤓✨ 🔹From Kyoto, Live in Kyoto 🔹Active, Talkative, Challenging, 　　Energetic, and Curious😁 🔹certificated Japanese teacher 🔹certificated inner child counselor, therapist and hypnotherapist 🔹I love…💗 　Traveling 🎒 　Nature science🌲 　Tea☕🍵 　Fish🐟 　Biology🐝 　Bouldering 　Japanese history (Sengoku, Edo, Samurai)🏯 　Video games 🎮(Legend of Zelda, Splatoon🦑) 　Learning other languages, civilization📚 　Spiritual👼 　Horror👻 　Berserker, Ghibli📚 　my dogs🐕 　Japanese comedy, Manzai🤪 　meditation🙏 　painting🎨 　and my students💕 🔹I have 2 different kinds of certifications✨ 🔹Worked at language school for 3 years 🔹Experienced from N5 - N1 classes 🔹Totally taught more than 7000 lessons 🔹More than 600 students 🔹Strong field: Grammar 🔹ENTP 🔹I was a biologist (ichthyologist🐟) 🔹Logical thinking 🔹Japanese Calligraphy teacher 🔹Also a learner🤓 English & Spanish According to my students, differences between other teachers are... 🔸an expert of grammar and reading teacher 🔸correcting mistakes in detail 🔸a large stock of grammar knowledge 🔸explaining grammar points and your mistakes properly 🔸logical explanations in English 🔸you can learn tips which other teachers never have you 🔸bunch of original exercises 🔸candid opinion (sorry😂) I often hear from my students that "other teachers didn't teach me something like that.", "they never corrected me that point", "many Japanese hesitate correcting, but you are different", "other teachers didn't explain me my mistakes in detail like you", "so logical".

Friendly Japanese Lessons | Slow, Steady & Fun!🌱 ## 🇯🇵 日本語 こんにちは！ゆうじです😊 東京に近い茨城県に住んでいます。日本語学校で日本語を教えていて、教師歴は約5年です。 趣味はギター、音楽、映画、旅行です。これまでに20か国以上を訪れました！いろいろな国の人と話すことが大好きです。 ### 🌱 レッスンについて 初心者の方、大歓迎です！ ひらがな・カタカナから始めたい方、基本文法を勉強したい方、会話を楽しみたい方、それぞれのレベルや目標に合わせてレッスンをします。 間違えても大丈夫！ゆっくり、わかりやすく話します。必要なときは簡単な英語でもサポートできます。 ### 📚 レッスン内容 ・フリートーク、日常会話 ・ひらがな、カタカナ ・初級文法 ・JLPT対策（N5〜N3） ・日本の文化、音楽、映画、漫画についての会話 ### 📖 使用教材 『みんなの日本語』『いろどり』などを使って、文法や日常会話を勉強できます。オリジナル教材も用意しています。 焦らず、一歩ずつ日本語を上達させましょう！ 一緒に楽しく勉強できることを楽しみにしています！😌 --- ## 🇬🇧 English Hi! I'm Yuji 😊 I live in Ibaraki, near Tokyo. I'm a Japanese teacher at a language school with about 5 years of teaching experience. I love playing guitar, music, movies, and traveling. I've traveled to over 20 countries! ### 🌱 About My Lessons Beginners are very welcome! We can study hiragana, katakana, basic grammar, or practice daily conversation. I'll adjust each lesson to your level and goals. Don't worry about making mistakes! I'll speak slowly and clearly. I can also help you in simple English when necessary. ### 📚 Lesson Topics ・Free talk and daily conversation ・Hiragana and Katakana ・Basic Japanese grammar ・JLPT preparation (N5–N3) ・Japanese culture, music, movies, and manga ### 📖 Teaching Materials I use textbooks such as *Minna no Nihongo* and *Irodori*. We can study grammar and practical Japanese conversation. I also prepare my own teaching materials. Let's enjoy learning Japanese together, one step at a time! I'm looking forward to meeting you! 😊