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Learn Japanese with the teacher Linda.
5.0

2,426 Lessons

Lindaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

ビジネスクラス初回は私からのヒアリングと私たちの会話を重視しています。履歴書チェック、面接対策、仕事に関する会話が人気です☆🏢 Many of my italki students 👋 About Me Hello! I'm Linda. こんにちは、リンダです! I'm a native Japanese teacher based in Osaka. 大阪在住の日本語ネイティブ講師です。 ♬ I have taught students from more than 15 countries on italki, and I enjoy helping learners achieve their personal goals. italkiでは15か国以上の生徒を指導し、一人ひとりの目標に合わせたレッスンを行っています。 ♬ I offer a variety of lessons, including Business Japanese, Conversation, Reading, Onomatopoeia, and Keigo.  ビジネス日本語、会話、読解、オノマトペ、敬語など、幅広いレッスンをご用意しています。 ♬ Outside of teaching, I have over 23 years of experience running my own business, which allows me to share practical Japanese and real-life communication naturally in my lessons. ♬ I've traveled to more than 40 cities around the world and enjoy meeting people from different cultures. 世界40都市以上を旅し、さまざまな文化や価値観に触れてきました。 ♬ I believe learning a language is about more than grammar—it's about connecting with people and enjoying communication. 言語を学ぶことは、文法だけではなく、人とつながり、コミュニケーションを楽しむことだと考えています。 💖I look forward to meeting you and helping you enjoy your Japanese learning journey! あなたとお会いし、日本語学習のお手伝いができることを楽しみにしています!

Business
USD 12.00/trial
Available 01:30 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Japan-Teacher-TAKA.
5.0

2,714 Lessons

Japan-Teacher-TAKAid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+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.

Business
USD 37.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher 小川幸宣 "Yukinobu".
4.8

86 Lessons

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

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

Test Preparation
USD 8.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Akari Japanese.
5.0

3,736 Lessons

Akari Japaneseid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+3

Beginner| Japan trip| Tour guide in Kyoto and West Japan|Proofreading| History| Society| Culture Konnichiwa! I’m Akari. I'm a teacher for absolute beginner of Japanese language. I’m native Japanese speaker who born and raised in Japan. Until now, I’ve taught 3,500+ Japanese lessons for 600+ students since April 2013. My lesson is suitable for working professional, entrepreneur, or students who love Japanese culture, history, or willing to traveling to Japan. I can teach from completely beginner to advance students. I like traveling. I have traveled to Australia, Fiji, US, NZ, Thailand, Singapore, Greece, The Philippines, Brunei, Malaysia, Vietnam, Indonesia, India, Sri Lanka, and Canada so far :) _____________________________________________ ■ Professional Lessons I prepare and customize online textbooks, video, and audio materials for you. Beginner to Advance students, all welcome. ■ Informal Tutoring I won't prepare anything. So please prepare materials that you want to study with me. You can use this lesson for chatting, proofreading, or recording etc. various usage. We use Zoom for lesson. Teaching materials: -Genki -Marugoto -NHK podcast I'm looking forward to talking with you!

Test PreparationKidsBusiness
USD 45.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kara (BEd & BA Ling).
5.0

15.3k Lessons

Kara (BEd & BA Ling)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

Certified teacher who not only knows English but also knows how to teach Japanese to English speaker 🎓Bilingual Japanese teacher qualified in Australia I offer native fluency and deep cultural insight, providing authentic and culturally relevant learning materials. I can explain Japanese grammar clearly in English — something teachers without training in English-language instruction, AI tools, and self-study resources often struggle to do. My Western educational background also helps me bridge cultural and linguistic gaps for English-speaking learners. I tailor my lessons to each student's needs, helping them enjoy learning while steadily building their skills. My goal is to help them become confident, independent learners. 📚Over 10 years of teaching experience I have worked with learners from absolute beginners to advanced students (N5–N1), supporting them in achieving their goals for work, JLPT, daily life, etc. My lessons are especially well suited to motivated learners who enjoy taking an active role in their learning. 🎯Two types of lessons. 🔹 Informal Tutoring - Developing verbal communication skills without textbooks or set plans A relaxed space to practise speaking. I correct errors during conversation. This course is only for learners who are already comfortable speaking Japanese. 🔹 Professional Structured Lessons - Developing verbal communication skills while building a strong foundation through lesson plans and learning materials I also assist with homework, proofreading, and exam preparation. 📢Recognising hiragana is essential 🚫No influencers, please!

KidsTest Preparation
USD 13.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Hiro.
5.0

14.3k Lessons

Hiroid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

The new learner is always welcome=) Feel free to approach me if you have any question. My name is Tadahiro Murooka. I was born in Osaka, in 1972. And I live in Tokyo now. My hobby is English, observing people, and weight training. Needless to say, I love eating Japanese food =) Especially, I found myself fond of it more than any other countries food now. And I would like to draw pictures when I have the time but I don’t at the moment… however, I want to engage in such creative work someday. Some of my friends tell me that I am approachable. So you can feel free to give me any kind of question or request. I have student who is struggled with Dyslexia. Nowadays, such problem is very common. So I welcome such student as well=) Learning language is fun and rewarding but also sometimes challeging to continue without let up. Let's enjoy it with me!! I prefer to use GENKI book. It has two sections, Conversation & Grammar section and Reading & Writing section. I would like to cover both section because I believe that Speaking & Listening and Reading & Writing has the mutual relation. And as passing by chapters, we may talk everything in Japanese as much as we can. So learing both are the important thing for the student who wants to reach the intermediate or more level. As for me as a teacher, laying the foundation is the most important. In order to do that, I use the white board, audio file for shadowing or repeating practice with many homework. I'm sure that you can be confident in Japanese through my lessons!

USD 5.00/trial
Available 20:45 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Shoko Ishida.
5.0

2,591 Lessons

Shoko Ishidaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

🌸A Calm, Supportive Space to Learn Japanese – From Zero to N3🌸 Hello! I’m Shoko, a certified Japanese teacher from Kyoto, now living in Osaka. I specialize in helping beginner to intermediate learners (N5–N3 / Beginner–B1) build confidence step by step. I have over 7 years of teaching experience, and many students say they feel relaxed and comfortable in my lessons. I create a supportive space where you can speak without fear of making mistakes🌿 My lessons focus on practical Japanese for daily life, including conversation, grammar, natural expressions, and Japanese culture. I especially enjoy helping students improve their speaking skills while building a strong grammar foundation. I love reading, music, animals, traveling, and learning languages, so I’m always happy to chat about shared interests too! 🔹 Certified Japanese Teacher 🔹 7+ years of teaching experience 🔹 Former language school teacher 🔹 Experienced with Beginner → Advanced students 🔹 Top 1% Japanese Teacher (2022) 👉 Feel free to message me anytime. I’d love to support your Japanese journey!

Test PreparationBusiness
USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Emilie.
5.0

9,172 Lessons

Emilieid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
·
French
Native
·English
+2

Certified Teacher with 10+ years of Teaching Experience |フランス語を楽しく学びたい方は是非こちらです 📌 I specialize in teaching French & Japanese to teens and adults (12+). 📌 Please send a quick intro when booking—let’s tailor your lessons! 🚨 Important 🚨 Please read the italki cancellation and rescheduling policy before booking a lesson. 🙏 Hi! I'm Emilie, a passionate teacher from the south of France. ☀️ I hold a bachelor's degree in Language, Literature and Foreign Cultures - Speciality: Japanese, which allowed me to go and improve my skills in a Japanese university for one year as an exchange program student. This unique experience in Japan introduced me to people from all over the world and in addition to Japanese, I deepened my English knowledge by speaking both languages daily. After graduating with a French as Second Language (FSL) university degree, I have decided to return to Japan and start my career. I have taught English in Japanese elementary, secondary, and professional schools. Additionally, French and Japanese private lessons to people of different ages, nationalities, and backgrounds. I am currently living in France, where I have been teaching French and Japanese as second languages on italki since 2020. My students are junior high school/high school/university students, professionals, housewives, and elderly persons. No pressure here, it's all about fun. I will provide you with original lessons according to your needs and preferences. では、italkiでお待ちしております!

USD 17.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher RINKO🍎.
5.0

128 Lessons

RINKO🍎id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

Practical Japanese for Real Communication 🗣️🌸 From N5 Beginners to Upper-Intermediate in Tokyo 🗼 Hi, I’m Rinko.🍎 I am a certified Japanese language teacher based in Tokyo with over 3 years of teaching experience. I have taught over 2,500 lessons through online classes, private lessons, and in-person lessons at students’ locations in Tokyo.🗼 I teach Japanese from complete beginners to upper-intermediate learners. Even if you cannot read hiragana or katakana yet, you can start learning Japanese with confidence. ⸻ 🌸My lessons focus on developing real communication skills, not just memorization. I help you understand how Japanese is used in real situations and practice speaking naturally. ⸻ 🌱 Beginner lessons (N5 foundation) * Hiragana & Katakana * Basic grammar and conversation practice * Daily speaking practice 👉 The goal is to help you build confidence and enjoy learning Japanese step by step. ⸻ For intermediate and upper-intermediate learners, I focus on fluency through conversation practice and real-life topics such as daily life, news, and personal interests. I also help students compare similar grammar expressions and understand the differences in meaning and usage. I also offer JLPT preparation lessons from N5 to N3. ⸻ 🧠 About choosing a teacher: It is important to choose a teacher you feel comfortable talking to. I want my students to feel relaxed and confident while learning Japanese. ⸻ I enjoy anime, rock music, history, and economics, and I often use these topics in lessons. ⸻ Let’s build your Japanese communication skills together ✨

USD 23.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher JUN(じゅん).
5.0

609 Lessons

JUN(じゅん)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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French

たのしく話そう!リラックス😉 Hello everyone. My name is Jun. I come from Fukushima, Japan, and I have worked as a lawyer's secretary in Tokyo for about 10 years. After residing in Nagoya, Aichi Prefecture, I relocated to France. I love travelling abroad and meeting new people. I also like to spend time with my family and friends. What about you? What do you like to do? What are you interested in? みなさん、こんにちは。じゅんと申します。 福島出身です。約10年、東京で弁護士の秘書として働きました。 その後、名古屋に住み、現在はフランスに住んでいます。 私は海外旅行が大好きで、新しい出会いを大切にしています。 家族や友人と過ごす時間も好きです。 あなたは、どんなことが好きですか?どんなことに興味がありますか? I completed my Japanese language teacher training course in 2021 and I have been teaching Japanese online ever since. As I have learnt French, I fully understand what it’s like to learn a foreign language from scratch and I can help you to keep motivated all through your learning journey. In my classes, no need to be afraid of making mistakes or misunderstanding. We will practice a lot in a friendly atmosphere, and we will have fun speaking Japanese together! All lessons are conducted in Japanese. I give lessons according to your level. You can ask me about anything: colloquial Japanese to speak with your friends, Japanese for travels or working perspectives, Japanese culture, manners and habits, society, etc. Let's have fun learning Japanese together! レッスンはすべて日本語で行われます。 レベルに合わせてレッスンを行います。 友達と話す日本語、旅行や仕事での日本語、日本の文化、マナーや習慣など、何でも聞いてください。 一緒に楽しく日本語を学びましょう!

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Tae.
5.0

848 Lessons

Taeid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

個人レッスン専門です。日本語学校で 働いたことは ありませんが、トレーニングとして 日本語学校で 留学生に 授業をし、楽しい 時間を 過ごしました。私の授業は すべて 日本語で します。 I am a teacher specializing in private lessons. I have never worked at a Japanese language school, but I had a great time teaching at a Japanese language school to international students as part of my training.I teach classes with only Japanese.

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

1,726 Lessons

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

9 years experienced teacher✨ Let's improve your speaking skill💪💪 🌸I've taught Japanese 3 years in Moscow and 6 years in Japan. 🌸My students are Vietnamese, Chinese, Nepalese, Mongolians, Americans, Russians, Kazakhs, Australians.Amount of students is over 300. 🌸I have comleted all the requirements of Japanses Language Teaching Course I am a certified teacher and have passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competensy TestTeaching) 🌸I have 4 years experience of teachining online. 🌸I have experience of teaching from N5 to N1. 🌸I always prepare fun speaking activities for you 🌸I'm always focus on making students smile

USD 16.00/trial
Available 23:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Tomaliko.
5.0

7,458 Lessons

Tomalikoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Russian
·Serbian
+1

💖Over 13 years of teaching experience🇷🇺🇷🇸🇬🇧✨✨ Век живи - век учись ! Знание сила. Знающий не говорит, говорящий не знает. Путь в тысячу вёрст начинается с первого шага. 知識は力なり、知る者は言わず言う者は知らず、千里の道も一歩から 😺Здравствуйте, дорогие мои студенты ! Я здесь давно преподаю японский язык, точнее более 13 лет. У каждого разные цели. Кто-то стремится сдать экзамен, а кто-то хочет путешествовать в Японию. Расскажите, какие у вас есть цели. Я очень открытый и гибкий человек. Вы даже можете учиться с вашим другом ( или с подругой ). ✨Увидимся на занятиях. https://t.me/sasha_studies_languages_japanese

USD 7.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ryota.
5.0

533 Lessons

Ryotaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
·English

Relaxing and Fun Lesson! こんにちは!大阪生まれ大阪育ちのRyotaです。 1年以上italkiで日本語を教えていて、500回以上のレッスン経験があります(日本語学校で教えた経験もあります)。 引越しが好きで、日本のいくつかの街に住んだことがあります。また、旅行に関するYouTubeチャンネルも運営しており、登録者は1万人以上います。 それらの経験も活かし、日本語と一緒に日本の文化や歴史、観光スポットなどについてもお伝えします。 レッスンの際は、楽しく日本語を学べるように意識しています! 初心者には「ひらがな」からの丁寧なレッスンを、中上級者には文化・歴史・政治などの深い会話を交えたレッスンをするように心掛けています。 私自身も英語・中国語学習中のため、学習者の気持ちも理解しています。さあ、リラックスした雰囲気で一緒に学びましょう!

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

20 Lessons

Hirokiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+2

楽しく日本語で会話をしよう! 大阪生まれ・育ちの関西人です!今は小売業をしながら、初級者向け日本語教師として活動しています。職場で技能実習生と出会ったことがきっかけで、「もっと気軽に日本語を学べる場を作りたい」と思うようになりました。 経験は浅いですが、明るい関西弁で「話す楽しさ」を伝えるのが得意!一人で勉強中の方の「?」を「!」に変える会話中心のレッスンをしています。一緒に楽しく日本語を成長させましょう! レッスンは にほんごで やります。 ことばのべんきょうを していると、ひびいろんなぎもんが うまれますよね。わたしのレッスンは、そのぎもんを スッキリかいけつ できるばしょに したいとおもってます! レッスンは カスタマイズ かのうです! せいと ひとりひとりのがくしゅうペースや、かんしんに あわせてレッスンを くみたてます! 「こんなことやってみたい」など ありましたら、いってくださいヽ(´▽`)/ I completed the Japanese teacher training course in April 2023. I am inexperienced, but I would like to do my best so that I can enjoy lessons with everyone. 2023年4月に日本語教師養成講座を修了しました。 皆さんと楽しくレッスンできるように頑張りたいと思います。 Lessons are basically conducted in Japanese only. When studying a language, many questions arise every day. I want my lesson to be a place where I can solve that question clearly! Lessons are customizable! I tailor my lessons to each student's learning pace and interests! If you have something like "I want to do something like this", feel free to say so.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Miho.
5.0

2,887 Lessons

Mihoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+2

JLPT N4 N3 N2 test preparation⭐️ TRY!という教科書(きょうかしょ)を使います。 I have completed Japanese Language Teacher Training Course (420 hours and above) in 2021 and I've been teaching Japanese on italki for 3 years.

USD 9.00/trial
Available 00:45 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yemi  (イェミ).
5.0

3,021 Lessons

Yemi (イェミ)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
·
English
Native
·French
·Spanish
·Italian
+4

I have an effervescent personality so if you are worried about speaking your new language, I can put you at ease. 明るい人です。だから、心配せずに話せる。

BusinessTest PreparationKids
USD 6.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Tomo I..
5.0

7,738 Lessons

Tomo I.id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Thai
·English
·Korean
·Chinese (Mandarin)
·French
+5

I use google document for each student, so my students could easily review what you learned later # I would like to use Zoom as platform, because it is stable. * I use google document for each student, so you could easily review what you learned later グーグルドキュメントをそれぞれの生徒に作ります。後で簡単に復習ができます I passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test, and currently I worked as a full-time Japanese teacher at a high school in Thailand for 3 years and a half. 我通过了日语老师的考试。然后在泰国的高中教日语了三年半。 日本語の先生のテストに合格し、タイの高校で日本語を3年半おしえました。 I like to learn a lot of languages, so I understand learners' feelings. I could teach Japanese using other languages, such as English, Thai and so on. 我喜欢学习好几个的外语。所以我知道学生的感觉。我可以用英语,泰语,等等教日语。 ことばのべんきょうが好きで、学生のみなさんのきもちがわかります。英語、タイ語などでおしえることもできます。 長い間、日本でボランティアとして日本語をおしえてきました。日本語の先生のテストに合格したあと、タイの高校で日本語をおしえました。 I was teaching Japanese language as volunteer for many years in Japan for foreigners. After that I passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test, and I worked at a high school in Thailand as a Japanese language teacher for 3 years and a hafl. I would recommend to my students to choose zoom for my lesson. #Conversation We use materials, talk a lot and I correct mistakes by typing in the google document # General course We learn 4 areas (Speaking, Listening, Reading, Writing) by using materials # JLPT course We practice materials aiming for the pass of N1 - N5

USD 9.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Maiko.
5.0

777 Lessons

Maikoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
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It’s not only fun — it’s meaningful. I tailor your lessons to fit your time, budget, and personality \お笑い文化!食いだおれの町!人情たっぷりの大阪生まれ/ はじめまして。日本語講師の Maiko です。 大阪出身、ネイティブの日本人ですが、そんな私でも まだまだ 知らない日本語の 表現(ひょうげん)は たくさんあり、日本語の おもしろさ に ずっと夢中(むちゅう)です。 オンラインで日本語指導(しどう)を はじめてから もうすぐ2年、2000レッスン以上。 日本語のことは もちろん、おたがいの 文化や これまでの経験(けいけん)、楽しかったり うれしかったこと、心にのこった出来事(できごと)など、さまざまな国の方(かた)と 学習を とおして お話ししています。 **旅のこと 10か国以上をバックパッカーとして巡(めぐ)り、「言葉は生き物」だと実感(じっかん)しました。 私の旅の目的は、 ・たくさんの人々と いっしょに過ごし、知らないことを知ること。 ・自分の目で見て 耳で聞いて、体(からだ)で感じて 体験すること。 **仕事のこと WEBマーケティングやアパレル、ECショップ運営(うんえい)、飲食業(いんしょくぎょう)など、さまざまな仕事の経験が あります。 日本の働き方、人間関係、ビジネス敬語や日常会話など、 「教科書だけでは学べない、実践的な日本語」をお伝えします! **「間違えても大丈夫!楽しく成長できるレッスン」を 目指します ** 2人の子どもを育てる母親です!**日本の教育、子育て、ママトークもOK☺ ** 語学習得 を目的としたレッスンを歓迎します =============== \📚日本語講師の経験/ Me as a Teacher ✅標準語も大阪弁もOK! ✅自由会話、文法、日常会話、読解、聴解 ✅ビジネス会話、JLPT、一般のニュースや記事の読解、討論(とうろん) ✅読み方、発音、単語の意味、表現の例文など、修正・説明を丁寧にします ✅たくさん質問してください!疑問(ぎもん)は 成長(せいちょう)のチャンスです👍 ✅認定を受けプロ講師としてステップアップしました。学習だけではなく、会話力に役立つ「雑談 ざつだん」も 大切にしています。 ================ ■レッスンスタイル My lessons & teaching style \新しい発見があれば、学ぶのがもっと楽しくなる!/ レッスンでは、あなたが「話したい!」と思える雰囲気づくりを大切にしています。 教科書やニュースだけでは わからない、日本人がよく使う 言い回し を教えられるようにしています 「わかった」「話せた」という小さな成功を一緒に積み重ねていきましょう! まちがえても大丈夫。あなたの日本語学習がもっと楽しくなるよう、安心して話せる時間を作ります! 私のレッスンで一番大事にしていることは、「楽しく続けられる言語学習」です☺ レッスン料金は、上級レベルの自由会話のほうが安いです。 つまり… がんばってレベルアップすればするほど、レッスン料がどんどんお得になる! “がんばれば いいことがある” レベルアップご褒美型(ほうびがた)のスタイルです✨ 一緒にモチベーションを上げながら、楽しく日本語力を伸ばしていきましょう! レッスンでお会いできるのを楽しみにしています☺

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大学の日本語日本文学科を卒業し、italkiで8年の指導経験があります。もっと話したい!と思えるレッスンを提供します(╹◡╹) こんにちは‼︎ ひろこです。 I am very happy to learn a new language. You too? I love reading, movies, music, traveling and food. I am looking forward to talking with you. Let’s star it now!!! いっしょにがんばろう ٩( 'ω' )و

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What our Japanese students say

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  • Hatty

    Hatty

    Learning Japanese

    Isaac先生 is very kind and patient. I learnt a lot from this lesson. He also taught me some Hiroshima Dialect ,it was really fun. Thanks to his encouragement I can speak Japanese more easily. I recommend him to everyone.

  • Lukas

    Lukas

    Learning Japanese

    An amazing teacher to study Japanese with! Patient, kind and great at teaching nuance within Japanese grammar. She allows me to make the grammar my own by explaining all the ways certain structures and verbs are used, and in which contexts. Paying more attention to things I find difficult. I've already learned so much only within 2 lessons! ゆきえせんせい, ありがとうございま !

  • Sterling W.

    Sterling W.

    Learning Japanese

    I really enjoy working with Haru and appreciate how patient she is! Every lesson she provides a picture and we work through the details of the picture describing it. At the end of the lesson she sends me a one sheet review page over everything that we covered. This makes it very easy to brush up between lessons. This is great for someone who is trying to learn words in context or has learned Japanese in the past but need a refresher.

  • Andreas

    Learning Japanese

    241 Stunden mit Sachiko als Lehrerin - wie die Zeit vergehen kann. Der Unterricht findet auf sehr gutem Deutsch und Japanisch statt - mittlerweile sogar mehr auf japanisch als auf deutsch. Die Dialoge sind meist auf Ereignissen der letzten Woche, wodurch man auch neue Vokabel kennen lernt. Sachiko ist immer pünktlich, gut vorbereitet, und steckt mit ihrer guten Laune immer an. Der Unterricht folgt einem "Lehrplan" analog einem Lehrbuch. Es wird aber nicht nur stumpf das Buch abgearbeitet sondern Grammatik / Kulturelles wird durch eigene, verständlichere Folien / Bilder erklärt. Zu Beginn jeder Unterrichtstunde gibt es einen Dialog / Sprechübung, in der man über Urlaubsbilder, Geschehnisse aus der letzten Woche o.Ä. spricht. Ansonsten sprechen die Zahlen für sich: Anzahl Studenten vs Anzahl Stunden: viele Studenten nehmen mehr als nur 1-3 Stunden bei ihr. 5 Sterne Bewertung bei > 6200 Stunden - findet mal eine 5 Sterne Google-Bewertung mit über 6000 Bewertungen.

  • Daniel Grant

    Learning Japanese

    I love my lessons with Shiota-Sensei! He has customised the lessons around my specific interests (board games and craft beer!) and makes the lessons very fun! He keeps in touch in between lessons with information relating to the topics we discussed. It feels like I'm just chatting with a good friend. I have been learning Japanese through apps and online tools and videos, and this is the first time working with a tutor. I'm finding it very helpful to learn more about how to have conversations. ありがとうございます

  • Patti

    Patti

    Learning Japanese

    Still here after all these years! As you can see from the number of lessons I have had with Youhei-san, he is a wonderful teacher. He has taken me from a total beginner to someone who can have a conversation and understand podcasts. I hope to continue working with him for many years to come.

  • Kathryn Risch

    Learning Japanese

    Just the best teacher on the planet. Designed a lesson plan around the phrases and places more important to my upcoming Japan trip! So thoughtful and creative, and never makes me feel bad for my many errors!

  • Baz

    Baz

    Learning Japanese

    りょうこ先生はとてもやさしくて、いつもていねいに教えてくれる先生です。 とても忍耐強く、文法や新しい表現もわかりやすく説明してくれるので、安心して勉強できます。 レッスンでは、今使っている教科書のPowerPointを使いながら勉強しています。教科書の文法を勉強するだけではなく、りょうこ先生がたくさん質問してくれるので、習った文法を使いながら自然に会話の練習もできます。私が話すときも、いつもやさしくサポートしてくれるので、間違いを心配しすぎずに話すことができます。 宿題も毎回ていねいに直してくれて、レッスンの後には復習のための教材も準備してくれます。授業で勉強したことをもう一度確認できるので、とても助かっています。 りょうこ先生と勉強を始めてから、自分の日本語が少しずつ上達していると感じます。特に、話すことに前より自信がついてきました。また、先生のおかげで、日本語をもっと勉強したいという気持ちも強くなりました。 毎回のレッスンが楽しくて、勉強を続けるモチベーションにもなっています。文法も会話もバランスよく勉強したい人に、本当におすすめの先生です!

  • Daniel Coleman

    Daniel Coleman

    Learning Japanese

    先生のおかげで、会話スキルが向上し、話す練習を通して自信をつけることができました。少しずつですが、毎日日本語が話せるようになっています。 また、先生の応援のおかげで、日本語能力試験N3レベルに合格できました!今まで寄り添って指導してくださり、本当にありがとうございました。 次はN2試験に向けて精一杯頑張ります!先生のN2文法のレッスンもとても楽しみにしています。これからもよろしくお願いします。

  • Jamie

    Jamie

    Learning Japanese

    I really had fun with Sensei’s listening skill challenge! It made me more aware of the areas where I still need to improve. I also really enjoy how Sensei discusses the latest news and current events, then teaches me how to express my thoughts naturally in Japanese. Overall, I always have a great time learning with Sensei. It’s not only helping me improve my Japanese, but also making the learning experience fun, practical, and engaging! 🇯🇵

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Frequently asked questions about online Japanese classes

Do I need a tutor to learn Japanese?

You can learn Japanese without a tutor using free apps, textbooks, and online videos, but it usually takes much longer. Self-study often lacks real speaking practice, immediate feedback, and clear guidance, which makes it harder to stay motivated and progress confidently.Hiring a Japanese language tutor is worth it because they provide personalised lessons, real-time correction on pronunciation and grammar, and structured learning designed around your goals, whether that’s everyday conversation, business Japanese, or passing the JLPT exam.

While it’s possible to learn without platforms like italki, doing so often feels overwhelming and slow because you don’t have a clear learning path or someone to hold you accountable. Combining private Japanese lessons from an online Japanese tutor with extra resources like kanji apps, flashcards, and podcasts gives you the best of both worlds, professional guidance to learn correctly and extra practice to accelerate your progress.

How much does a Japanese tutor cost per session?

Online Japanese lessons typically range from $15 to $60 per hour, depending on the tutor’s experience and lesson format. Many learners choose private Japanese tutors because they provide personalized guidance, instant correction, and real conversation practice that help them progress faster than studying alone.

On italki, you have access to both community and professional tutors, making it easy to find a Japanese teacher that matches your goals and budget. A 30-minute Japanese lesson typically costs between $3 and $10.

How quickly will I become fluent with a Japanese teacher?

Fluency in Japanese depends on your study habits, consistency, and starting level, but working with a Japanese teacher can significantly speed up your progress. Experts estimate that reaching professional working proficiency in Japanese takes about 2,200 hours of study. That said, you don’t need that much time to start speaking. Most learners reach a conversational level after 400–600 hours, which often means 6–12 months of regular tutoring.

Lessons are tailored to your needs, you receive hands-on guidance, and you practice real conversation in every session.This focused approach to Japanese teaching helps you stay consistent, motivated, and moves you toward higher levels of fluency.

Why should I use a Japanese language tutor to learn Japanese with italki?

Using a Japanese language tutor on italki helps you learn the Japanese you’ll actually use, not just textbook phrases, by focusing on real conversations, common expressions, and situations you encounter in daily life.

Your private Japanese tutor can help you practice conversation, review grammar, prepare for exams like the JLPT, or build confidence in speaking, with lessons customized to your level and pace. They correct mistakes on the spot, suggest natural ways to phrase things, and explain cultural context, so you communicate appropriately in any situation.

All lessons are available anytime online, and most operate on a pay-as-you-go system, so you only pay for the private Japanese lessons you take. For learners looking for extra support, italki Plus also offers an optional subscription with features like AI-powered study tools, exclusive events, and discounts.

How do italki's online Japanese classes work?

italki’s online Japanese classes are simple, flexible, and personalized. Here’s how they work:

  • 📝 Create an account – Sign up on italki and start browsing hundreds of qualified Japanese tutors with detailed profiles showing their teaching style, experience, and student reviews.
  • 🔍 Find a tutor – Choose a tutor that fits your goals and schedule, filtering by price, availability, specialization, or tutor type. Many tutors offer trial lessons to help you find the right match.
  • 💻 Book and attend lessons – Meet your private Japanese tutor via italki’s video platform. Your tutor will assess your level, discuss objectives, and tailor lessons to your needs.
  • 📚 Practice between lessons – Tutors often provide extra resources or conversation practice to help you progress.
  • ⏱️ Learn at your own pace – Lessons are fully flexible and can be scheduled daily, weekly, or as often as you like, allowing you to maintain consistent practice and make steady progress in learning Japanese online.

How often should I meet with an online Japanese tutor?

How often you meet with an online Japanese tutor depends on your goals, schedule, and current level. Beginners often benefit from 2–3 online Japanese lessons per week to build consistency, practice speaking, and reinforce new grammar and vocabulary. Intermediate and advanced learners may have 1–2 online Japanese lessons per week for focused practice, exam preparation, or conversation skills.

Consistency is key. Short, regular lessons are usually more effective than longer, infrequent sessions. Your learning style also matters: some students do well with more intensive lessons, while others prefer a slower, steady pace. A private Japanese tutor can help you design a schedule that fits your lifestyle, and lessons can be adjusted as your goals evolve.

Do italki's Japanese tutors offer free online Japanese lessons?

While italki Japanese tutors don’t offer completely free lessons, many provide trial lessons at a heavily discounted rate. Each student can book up to three trial lessons (one per tutor), giving you the chance to experience different Japanese teaching styles before committing. These trial lessons let you try a Japanese lesson online, assess the tutor’s approach, discuss your goals, and see if their style suits you. It’s a low-risk way to find the right Japanese teacher for your needs.

Do I need a basic understanding of the Japanese language before I can take Japanese classes with italki?

No. You don’t need any previous knowledge to start learning Japanese on italki. The platform has many Japanese tutors for beginners who specialize in teaching students with no prior knowledge of Japanese. These tutors understand the challenges of starting from scratch and know how to make the language approachable from day one.

Finding a Japanese tutor for beginners is simple. When browsing tutor profiles, filter by specialization (such as “beginners”), watch introduction videos, and read reviews from other students.

Starting as a complete beginner can even be an advantage, since your Japanese instructor will guide you toward good pronunciation and grammar habits from the very beginning.

What is the difference between an italki Community tutor vs. Professional tutor?

The main difference between an italki community tutor and a professional tutor lies in their qualifications, teaching style, and focus.Professional tutors are certified teachers with formal training. They offer structured lessons with prepared materials, covering grammar, vocabulary, and exam prep. They provide study resources and detailed feedback during online Japanese lessons, making them ideal for beginners or students seeking systematic learning.

Community tutors, on the other hand, are native or fluent speakers without formal teaching credentials. They focus on conversational practice, helping learners build fluency and confidence in a flexible, informal, and often more budget-friendly way.Many learners use both: professional Japanese tutors for foundational skills and community Japanese tutors for speaking practice.

What are the benefits of private online Japanese lessons?

Private online Japanese lessons with a dedicated Japanese language instructor make learning faster, easier, and more enjoyable than group classes or self-study. Your lessons are customized to your level, goals, and interests, be it mastering kanji, improving pronunciation, preparing for the JLPT, or speaking confidently in daily conversation.

This personalized Japanese tuition speeds up learning because your tutor adapts the pace and teaching style to suit how you learn best. You can ask questions freely, revisit difficult concepts, and spend extra time on areas that need the most attention without holding back other students.

Plus, private online Japanese lessons are convenient and adaptable. You can access qualified Japanese tutors from anywhere, often at rates lower than a local in-person instructor. This kind of Japanese tutoring helps you make real progress and use the language confidently.

How to hire a Japanese tutor with italki?

Hiring a Japanese tutor on italki is simple and straightforward. Here’s how to get started:

  • 📝 Create an account – Sign up for free on the italki website or mobile app and select Japanese as the language you want to learn.
  • 🔍 Find a tutor – Use the “Find a teacher” search feature to browse qualified Japanese teachers.
  • 👀 Review profiles – Watch introduction videos and read student reviews to find a tutor who fits your learning goals and style.
  • ⚙️ Filter tutors – Narrow your search by price, availability, lesson type, tutor type, or location.

Once you find a tutor you like, follow these steps:

  • 🎯 Book a trial lesson – Experience their teaching approach firsthand to see if they’re the right fit.
  • 📅 Schedule regular lessons – Set up private lessons at times that suit your schedule.
  • 💻 Use italki Classroom – All lessons take place on italki’s built-in Classroom, which handles scheduling, payments, and reminders, making your online Japanese lessons simple and effective.

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