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Our online JLPT courses cater to all proficiency levels, including specialized JLPT N1 to N5 preparation courses. Each class focuses on essential skills such as vocabulary, grammar, listening comprehension, and reading, ensuring you're well-prepared for the exam.

Learn Japanese with the teacher Meg(めぐ)Smile.
5.0

3,415 Lessons

Meg(めぐ)Smileid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

Structured & Comprehensible Japanese | TPRS | JLPT N5–N2 I work best with adult learners who want to study Japanese seriously and consistently. My lessons are suitable for you if: • you want structured explanations • you like learning through stories and examples • you want to stop translating in your head • you prefer calm, focused lessons I have 8 years of experience teaching at a Japanese language school, and I specialize in: • Reading & storytelling • Grammar-based conversation • JLPT preparation (N5–N2) • Japanese culture, history, and social norms

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Masaki ◆面接・ビジネス・JLPT.
5.0

3,682 Lessons

Masaki ◆面接・ビジネス・JLPTid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B1
·Japanese (Okinawan)
B1

京都大学卒業後、日本の大手電機メーカで22年勤務。本物のビジネス日本語を学びたい方、就職面接で合格したい方(1,100時間の実績)、JLPT読解の学習や文章力アップしたい方、ぜひ受講してみて下さい! 【自己紹介】 みなさん、こんにちは!まさきです。 ・京都大学法学部を卒業し、日本の大企業 (総合電機メーカー) で20年以上働いてきました。 ・会社では、営業職 (Marketing)、経営企画職 (Business Planning)、法務職 (Law)を経験しました。 ・それらの経験に基づいて、就職・転職面接の準備・対策や日本のビジネスシーンでの実践的な本物のビジネス日本語などを教えることができます。 【私が教えることのできる内容】 ◆就職・転職面接の準備・対策 (Job Interview Preparation) (1,100時間以上の実績) ◆履歴書、CV、ES等、各種文書の添削・アドバイス ◆実践的なビジネス日本語全般 (ビジネス会話、資料の説明、ミーティング、メール、電話応対、等) ◆JLPTの試験準備 (主に読解問題、勉強の方法など) ◆日本語での日常会話 【レッスンスタイル】 ◆就職・転職の面接の準備・対策 ◆履歴書、CV、ES等、各種文書の添削・アドバイス あなたの個性や考えを分かりやすく面接官に説明するための話し方・書類の書き方についてアドバイスします。 ◆実践的なビジネス日本語全般 日本でのビジネスで必要な会話の方法や、意見や資料を論理的に説明する方法などを、レッスンで練習します。チェックとアドバイスを行ないます。 よく使われる、ハイレベルな単語やフレーズ、文型、文章などを教えます。 フリートークやテキストブックを使ってレッスンを行ないます。 ◆JLPTの試験準備(主に読解問題、勉強の方法など) 日本語の文章の内容を理解(Comlihension)するための方法や文章を早く読むためのコツ(tips)、選択肢の選び方、等を教えます。 実際の読解問題を使ってレッスンを行ないます。 ◆日本語での日常会話 自分の考えや思っていることを日本語で自由に話せるように練習します。 フリートークやテキストブックを使ってレッスンを行ないます。 ★レッスンのキャンセルと返金についてのポリシー★ ◆レッスンに10分以上遅れた場合は「NO-SHOW」(欠席)として取り扱います。 その場合、レッスン料金の返金はできません。 ◆レッスンのキャンセルや日時の変更はレッスン開始時刻の24時間前までにお願いします。 24時間以内のキャンセル、変更はできません(返金もできません)。

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Chie💫中/上級 expert.
5.0

3,318 Lessons

Chie💫中/上級 expertid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+2

🍀500+ reviews and a high retention rate | JLPT specialist Welcome to enriching Japanese lessons with an experienced professional instructor! First, please take a look at my introductory video. 😊 ようこそ!経験豊富(けいけんほうふ)なプロ講師(こうし)による充実(じゅうじつ)の日本語レッスンへ!まずは紹介(しょうかい)ビデオを見てね。 👑 10+ years teaching Japanese 🏫 1,000+ students in classroom 🏫 8+ years with int'l students 🔨 1+ year with technical interns 🏦 10+ years in finance 🦌 Based in Nara, Japan [Important Notes / Guidelines] To guarantee high-quality lessons, I limit my classes to a maximum of 4 students per day. Once the daily limit is reached, the time slots will be closed. Please note that all lessons are conducted via ZOOM. 高品質なレッスンを保証するため、1日のレッスンは4人までです。定員になったら、タイムスロットを閉じます。レッスンはZOOMを使います。

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USD 15.55/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Makiko.
5.0

3,301 Lessons

Makikoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B2

🌸Awarded italki Excellent Teacher '25🌸15+yrs EXP🌸Group, JLPT, All levels🌸Goal-Oriented ✅ Interactive ✅ Confidence Building ✅ Progress You Can Feel ✅ Goal-oriented ✅ Fun Konnichiwa! I'm Makiko 😊, a certified Japanese teacher with over 15 years of experience. I offer friendly and supportive lessons tailored to each student’s goals. I grew up surrounded by the beautiful nature of Shizuoka, Japan. Before becoming a teacher, I worked as a graphic designer at an advertising agency in Tokyo, which helps me create clear and engaging learning materials. I have a strong interest in different cultures. I've travelled to the U.S., the UK., Spain, Turkey, Hong Kong, and more. These experiences enrich my teaching. In my General Japanese classes, we usually start with a casual chat about daily life or recent events to help you relax and speak more naturally. Homework is provided regularly but is always optional—no pressure! ★ Feel free to book a trial lesson 😊 【About Me as a Teacher】 All of my students who took the JLPT in 2025 passed! 🎉 🟢 Certified Japanese teacher since 2009 🟢 3,000+ online lessons / 10,000+ in-person lessons 🟢 Experienced in:  ⚫︎ General Japanese  ⚫︎ JLPT preparation (N1–N5)  ⚫︎ High school VCE exam preparation  ⚫︎ Speech contests & university writing  ⚫︎ Students aged from teenagers to people in their 80s 【What You Can Expect from My Lessons】 ✅ Communication-focused ✅ Clear grammar explanations ✅ Practice in grammar, vocabulary, kanji, reading & listening ✅ English support available if needed ✅ Homework with feedback ✅ Fun and easy

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Learn Japanese with the teacher ⭐ Ejderha Sato ⭐.
5.0

23.3k Lessons

⭐ Ejderha Sato ⭐id verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Korean
Native
·English
C2
+6

Scratch to Advanced, Teach in 🇬🇧, 🇰🇷, 🇯🇵, 25yrs EXP, 53,000 hrs offline and 23,400 hrs online ⭐ Tailored Japanese Lessons in English, Korean, or Basic Spanish/Italian ⭐ Comprehensive Support to Build a Strong Foundation for Mastery. I'm a native Japanese speaker from Nagano in Japan, who is currently living in South Korea. I had moved around a lot in my childhood. This enabled me to acquire not only standard Japanese but also several Japanese dialects. After traveling in Asia and Africa, I realized there are so many languages and cultures in this world. Since then, I have become a language enthusiast. Thus far, I have learned several languages, and this has helped me conduct easy-to-understand and customized classes for students with diverse language backgrounds.

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Ayano.K.
5.0

1,947 Lessons

Ayano.Kid verified
Smart Lesson
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B2
+1

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(あやの)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】 「言語を上達させる一番の方法は、実際に使うこと」をモットーに、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)』や『いろどり』 * JLPT対策:試験合格に向けたカスタマイズ あなたの日本語学習を全力でバックアップします。 まずはトライアルレッスンでお会いしましょう!

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Tama.
5.0

2,988 Lessons

Tamaid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B2
+1

Certified Japanese teacher who loves dancing and ukulele. 2017年(ねん)から、国際交流協会(こくさいこうりゅうきょうかい)でボランティアの日本語(にほんご)の先生(せんせい)をしています。 I have been teaching Japanese since 2017 as a volunteer at an international association. 私(わたし)は勉強(べんきょう)を始(はじ)め、2020年(ねん)に検定試験(けんていしけん)に合格(ごうかく)し、本格的(ほんかくてき)な日本語教師(にほんごきょうし)になりました。 I started studying and passed the exam in 2020 and became a qualified Japanese teacher. 2024年(ねん)から日本語学校(にほんごがっこう)でも教(おし)えています。 Since 2024, I have also been teaching Japanese at a Japanese language school. 私(わたし)と一緒(いっしょ)に楽(たの)しく日本語(にほんご)を勉強(べんきょう)しましょう。 Let's enjoy studying Japanese with me!

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Nana.
5.0

706 Lessons

Nanaid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B1
+1

Certified Teacher🌸Ex-Software Engineer🌸Intermediate & Advanced Japanese🌸JLPT 文法、読み物、IT、ビジネス、面接など✨ I love talking, but I also really enjoy listening! In my lessons, please feel free to talk, even if you're not confident. Also, if there's anything you don't understand during the lesson, please don't hesitate to ask questions! I believe asking questions greatly helps deepen your understanding. And please don’t worry too much about making mistakes🍀 I’ll make sure you feel comfortable and supported during the lessons! わたしは話すことも好きですが、聞くことも大好きです! わたしのレッスンでは、自信がなくても、ぜひたくさん話してください。 また、わからないことがあれば、レッスンでぜひ質問してください! 質問をすることは、日本語の理解を深めることに、とても役立つと考えています。 そして、まちがえることを心配しすぎないでくださいね🍀 あなたが安心してレッスンを受けられるように、サポートしたいと思っています!

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USD 16.00/Hour
Learn Japanese with the teacher TAD@Sound Factory.
5.0

5,658 Lessons

TAD@Sound Factoryid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B2
+1

Having experience of over 30 years, I will design lessons following your objectives to study, for from beginners to the examinees of JLPT. Please let me know what skill you would like to get, including free talking, pronunciation, and help with homework from your school. Also, I am a nationally qualified care worker. I can help to study on technical terms. 我在日语学校、专科学校、大学等各种各样的学校教授过日语,有30年以上的教学经验。从日语零基础到日本语能力考试1级(N1)等,我都可以根据学生的需求,进行有效的指导。在我的日语教学经历中,接触了非常多的中国学生,因此熟知中国学生的学习特点,能够有的放矢帮助他们提高日语水平。可提供零基础、初级、中级、高级等各个阶段的课程。可进行汉字、单词、语法、阅读理解、听力、会话等各方面的教学。可提供日语会话课程及进行日语演讲指导。 另外,对于在学校选修日语的学生,也可进行课程的同步辅导。 另外,我还持有日本的介护福祉士资格。对于想了解日本介护士工作、想在日本从事介护工作的人士,我可以提供一些信息。对于在日本从事介护工作的人士,如果在工作中有语言方面的问题,我也可以给予指导。

USD 18.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Japan-Teacher-TAKA.
5.0

2,632 Lessons

Japan-Teacher-TAKAid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B2
+1

For Business Professionals - A specialist in teaching practical Japanese for business success. I previously taught over 1,500 students in Tokyo and helped many of them realize their potential through my original learning methods. This success led me to establish 18 schools, which I operated for 14 years. Alongside my work in education, I have shared my views on topics such as education, child development, business, and entrepreneurship through university lectures, media appearances, and publications. I’ve been deeply inspired by the passion of every learner I’ve met here—each one genuinely strives to become proficient in Japanese. I want to support that dedication by helping you transform how you study and approach language learning.

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USD 37.00/trial
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Learn Japanese with the teacher Ayumi K.
5.0

7,770 Lessons

Ayumi Kid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B2
·Spanish
B2

2022 Top 1% Japanese teacher in italki🏆 / Experienced at language school for 3 years🤓✨ 🔹I have 2 different kinds of certifications✨ 🔹Worked at language school for 3 years 🔹Experienced from N5 - N2 classes → Grammar, Reading, Listening, Kanji, and Speaking classes 🔹On italki, experienced beginner - N1 students 🔹Totally taught more than 7000 lessons 🔹More than 600 students 🔹Strong field: Grammar, Essay correction, Reading 🔹ENTP (debater) 🔹I was a biologist (ichthyologist🐟) 🔹Logical thinking 🔹Have a lots of topics 🔹Japanese Calligraphy teacher 🔹Also a learner🤓 English & Spanish

USD 20.00/trial
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Learn Japanese with the teacher Kaito.
5.0

3,651 Lessons

Kaitoid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
C1
+3

🔥Travel Japan with DIY Van & Professional Japanese teacher🔥 Taught 500+ students over the past 6yrs! Hello! I’m Kaito, a Japanese language teacher. I was born in Tokyo. Currently, I travel across all 47 prefectures of Japan in a self-built camper van, sharing real-life Japanese language and culture directly from each destination. Drawing on my experiences living in Sydney and California, as well as my background in surfing, I offer practical, real-world Japanese lessons from a mobile classroom. With my original “Two-Sentence Structure Method,” you can develop natural conversational skills in a short time—without relying on traditional textbooks. I offer lessons for a wide range of goals, including travel, daily conversation, and JLPT preparation (N5 to N1). Beyond grammar, I also introduce various aspects of Japanese culture, such as tea ceremony traditions and hidden slang. Through unique stories that combine surfing and Japanese teaching, I create a fun learning environment where mistakes are part of the journey. Let’s enjoy the adventure of learning Japanese together!

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Learn Japanese with the teacher May.
5.0

4,812 Lessons

Mayid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
C1

Wherever you are in your Japanese journey, I'll get you to that 'wait, I understood that!' moment! ■ About Me Hi everyone, I’m Mayumi, but you can call me May! I’ve been teaching Japanese in Melbourne, Australia for 10+ years and am proud to be ranked in the top 1% of Japanese teachers on italki. I also have experience as an instructor for Japanese Teacher Training Courses. Before teaching, I worked for 8 years as an Executive Assistant at a major gaming company in Tokyo, so I can help with not only daily conversation, but also Business Japanese, polite expressions, and workplace manners for those planning to live, study, or work in Japan. I’m relaxed, friendly, and easy-going, and I love making your Japanese journey fun and rewarding. ■ Lesson Style I always take time to understand each student’s goals and learning style, then create lessons that match their needs. My classes are enjoyable, stress-free, and easy to follow, helping students feel confident to participate. My teaching style is mainly Japanese-only, adjusted to your level, but English explanations are also available when needed. ■ How I Can Help You I teach a wide range of Japanese skills, from beginner conversation to advanced speaking, Business Japanese, and practical communication. I speak clearly, provide visual materials (especially for beginners), and focus on speaking practice with natural correction to improve fluency and confidence. My goal is that after every lesson, you leave with something useful you can use in real life! I am looking forward to meeting you soon :)

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Learn Japanese with the teacher KANA.
5.0

2,970 Lessons

KANAid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B2
+1

ACHIEVE YOUR GOALS WITH ME🚀!! Feedback from every lesson is highly praised👩🏻‍💻❣️ Experienced JAPANESE teacher 🇯🇵 ・from Saitama, Japan / living in Perth, Australia 🐨 ・have a positive and energetic personality 💫 ・like sports, traveling, camping, animals, nature, food, and coffee🤍 📚Provide lessons with an original curriculum that suits YOU 🥳Make an useful and fun lesson 🌱Kindly correct any mistakes 🙋Can always ask questions 👘Tell natural ways to say or expressions 🎓explain until you understand 🙌After taking my lessons, you will... ・grow fond of Japanese🤩 ・gain confident in speaking Japanese💪 ・become more familiar with Japan🇯🇵 🤝I always support and encourage you with my 120%❣️ 📗All levels are welcome! 📩Feel free to contact me 😊✨

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Hiro 日本語‣進学‣就職.
5.0

5,209 Lessons

Hiro 日本語‣進学‣就職id verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·English
C2
·French
B2

東京大学畢業会中文的日語老師. University of Tokyo alumni. Certified professional Japanese teacher (5000+lessons). I have taught Japanese language to foreign students for years. Besides, I have also taught Chinese to my Japanese colleagues in Japan. Therefore, I know the effective way to teach and how important the two-way teaching is. : ) Let us SPEAK OUT & ALOUD.

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Naoki Sato.
4.9

1,636 Lessons

Naoki Satoid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B2
·Arabic
B1
+1

会話を中心とした文法をやっています。大学や大学院入学のお手伝い(申請、面接、小論文対策)や、研究計画書のつくりかたを勉強しましょう! <教えている場所> 1 日本語学校で教えています。主に大学や専門学校に進学する留学生に教えています。 2 東京都立高校や私立高校の国語科の先生でもあります。現在は、外国人の高校生に日本語を教えています。 3 老舗日本語学校で、大学院進学者向けの指導をゼミ形式で行っています。研究計画書を一緒に作ったり、研究計画書を使った模擬面接を行っています。 <教えていること> 日本語、国語、大学・大学院・就職のための申請書、エントリーシート、模擬面接、小論文対策、研究計画書のお手伝い、論文・プレゼンテーションの練習、日本の地理や歴史・文化、その他!! <日本語を教える資格> 1 中学校・高校の第一種教員免許(国語科、社会科、地理歴史、公民) 2 中学校・高校の司書教諭の資格があります。 3 博物館の学芸員の資格があります。考古、歴史、民俗などをカバーしています。 4 日本語教師養成講座420時間コース修了、日本語教育能力検定試験合格、登録日本語教員 5 筑波大学エクステンションプログラム「子供たちの日本語学習支援研修2021」修了 6 日本学術振興会「大学院生向け研究倫理eラーニングコース」修了 <大学> 大学と専攻:慶応義塾大学 歴史学 学士(史学) 大学院と専攻:University of Wales (Prifysgol Cymru) post graduate MBA 修士(経営学)、星槎大学大学院 修士(教育学) 現在:星槎大学大学博士課程

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USD 15.00/Hour
Learn Japanese with the teacher yukiko.k.
5.0

1,328 Lessons

yukiko.kid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B1
+1

⭐Nationally Qualified Japanese Teacher⭐ いっしょに たのしく べんきょうしましょう! 🤩 Acquisition of National Qualifications for Japanese Language Teachers (December 20, 2024) 🤩 Completed the 420-hour comprehensive Japanese language teacher training course. 🤩 Passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test. 🤩 Passed the Japanese Language Teachers’ Examination administered by the Japanese Language Teachers’ Educational Council(JLTEC) as the rank A.

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Azusa.
5.0

2,501 Lessons

Azusaid verified
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Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
B2

Real Japanese Conversation with a Certified Teacher 日本語教育能力検定試験に合格し、プロの日本語教師として活動しています。 私自身もカナダで1年間英語を学び、言語学習の難しさを実感しました。 レッスンでは間違いを恐れなくて大丈夫です。 安心して日本語を話せる環境づくりを大切にしています。 また、コーチングスクールを修了しており、日本語でのコーチング形式のレッスンも可能です。 I passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test and I am a certified professional Japanese teacher. I also studied English in Canada for one year, so I understand how challenging it can be to learn and speak a new language. In my lessons, mistakes are always welcome. That’s how we improve. I create a relaxed and supportive environment where students feel comfortable speaking Japanese. I also completed a professional coaching program and can offer coaching-style sessions in Japanese.

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Mayuna.
5.0

4,425 Lessons

Mayunaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
C1

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/

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一緒に日本語を話しましょう! I have been teaching Japanese for 15years since 2009 and have been teaching English as well. Before becoming a Japanese language teacher, I taught mathematics too.

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Japanese exam preparation

JLPT

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Frequently asked questions

What is the JLPT exam?

The JLPT (Japanese-Language Proficiency Test) is an internationally recognized exam that assesses the proficiency of non-native Japanese speakers. Established in 1984, the JLPT evaluates language skills across five levels, from N5 (beginner) to N1 (advanced). Each level tests a candidate’s ability to understand and use the Japanese language in various contexts, including listening, reading, grammar, and vocabulary.

The exam focuses on practical language skills rather than theoretical knowledge, making it relevant for individuals seeking to live, work, or study in Japan. It is widely accepted by educational institutions, employers, and government agencies as a measure of Japanese proficiency. The JLPT is held twice a year in many countries, and passing a specific level can open doors to academic opportunities, professional advancement, and cultural engagement in Japanese-speaking environments.

How can an italki tutor help me prepare for the JLPT?

An italki tutor can significantly enhance your preparation for the JLPT by providing personalized, one-on-one instruction tailored to your specific needs and goals. Here are several ways an italki tutor can assist you:

1. Customized Lessons: Tutors can design lessons that focus on the areas you need to improve, whether it’s vocabulary, grammar, reading comprehension, listening skills, or speaking practice. This targeted approach ensures that you get the most out of your study time.

2. Familiarity with the JLPT Format: Experienced italki tutors understand the structure and requirements of the JLPT. They can guide you through the different sections of the exam, familiarizing you with the types of questions you will encounter.

3. Practice Exams and Mock Tests: Tutors can provide practice exams and simulate test conditions to help you gain confidence. This practice allows you to assess your readiness and identify any areas that need further attention.

4. Feedback and Improvement: Your tutor can offer constructive feedback on your performance, helping you understand your strengths and weaknesses. This feedback is crucial for making the necessary adjustments to your study approach.

5. Flexible Scheduling: With italki, you can schedule lessons at times that work for you, allowing for a flexible study plan that fits your lifestyle.

6. Cultural Insights: An italki tutor can also share cultural insights and language nuances that may not be covered in textbooks, enriching your overall understanding of the language and its context.

Overall, an italki tutor provides a supportive learning environment that enhances your preparation for the JLPT, making it easier for you to achieve your desired proficiency level.

Will my tutor provide JLPT practice tests and materials?

Many JLPT tutors on italki provide practice tests and study materials tailored to specific JLPT levels, though it’s best to confirm this with your tutor before starting lessons. Many experienced tutors supply mock exams, vocabulary lists, grammar guides, and kanji practice sheets that align with the JLPT structure and format. They might also share official or practice questions to help you become familiar with exam content and timing.

For higher levels like N2 or N1, some tutors even have access to advanced resources, including reading passages and audio exercises that target the test’s more challenging aspects. If your tutor doesn’t directly provide materials, they may recommend reliable resources or share links to websites and textbooks geared towards self-study.

Can I take JLPT classes even if I’m a beginner?

Yes, you can take JLPT classes as a beginner! Many tutors on italki offer beginner-friendly classes specifically geared toward N5 (the easiest level) or N4, which are suitable for those new to Japanese. These sessions typically cover foundational skills, including basic vocabulary, essential kanji, introductory grammar, and simple listening exercises, all aligned with the JLPT format.

Starting with a JLPT-focused class as a beginner is a great way to build structured skills in Japanese while preparing for future tests. Your tutor can guide you through the basics and help you set a steady pace toward proficiency.

How do I know if I’m ready to take the JLPT?

To determine if you’re ready to take the JLPT, a good first step is assessing your comfort level with each skill required for your target level (listening, reading, vocabulary, grammar, and kanji). Taking a mock test can be especially helpful; it simulates the real test experience and lets you see how well you handle the exam’s format and timing.

A tutor can also help evaluate your readiness by reviewing your mock test scores and identifying any weak areas that need improvement. Generally, if you’re consistently scoring near or above the passing level for your target JLPT level on practice exams and feel comfortable with the required kanji and grammar, you’re likely ready for the actual test.

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