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Learn Japanese with the teacher Chihiro.
Chihiroid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Beginner‑friendly Japanese lessons with clear English grammar support to help you speak confidently Hi, I’m Chihiro—a native Japanese speaker from Nagasaki, now living in Australia since 2016. I used to work as a nurse because I’ve always loved helping people. My hobbies are learning different languages and subjects, yoga, playing with animals, travelling. I thrive on making incremental progress toward my goals. My favourite phrase is “Practice makes perfect”—because it’s true! Nice to meet you, and I hope to see you soon in one of my lessons. またねー :) I’ve taught Japanese online for 3yrs, supporting learners of beginner levels. (Using Minna no Nihongo) My lessons use visual slides to explain practical Japanese in a clear and structured way. When needed, I also provide English explanations and examples to make everything easy to follow. Students often describe me as patient, encouraging, and easy to talk to. I personalize each lesson to match your pace and goals, so you can learn comfortably and confidently. Trial Lesson In our trial lesson, I will gently assess your Japanese level and understand what you want to achieve. I will also show you clear slides so you know exactly where we will begin. If you are complete beginner, you are start learning self-introduction. About My Lessons • We learn new vocabulary and how to use it naturally • If there are verbs, we review the verb conjugations together • We quickly review what you learned in the previous lesson • We learn new grammar step by step • We practice speaking using the new grammar and vocabulary

Medical
USD 20.00/trial
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 04:45 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Miho|中上級▸会話▸仕事と日本語.
5.0

1,231 Lessons

Miho|中上級▸会話▸仕事と日本語id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

【中~上級者向け】日本語での対話を通して「なりたい自分」に成長するサポートをします| 生活会話レッスン▸ビジネス会話レッスン▸プレミアムレッスン(日本語ライフカウンセリング) | 海外移住経験あり はじめまして!日本語講師/日本語ライフカウンセラーの、後藤 美穂(ごとう みほ)です。 日本の愛知県豊田市、車の会社「TOYOTA」の街に住んでいます。 中~上級レベルの方と、日常のことから仕事・生き方まで「少し深い話」をするレッスンが得意で、「自分のことば」で自然な日本語を話せるように成長していくことを大事にしています。 《経歴について》 大学在学中にオーストラリアで1年間生活し、卒業後は日本企業でファッションデザイナーとして働き、その後、有名百貨店での接客業、料理教室やダイエット指導の仕事などを経験しました。 2019年から台湾の日本語学校で初級〜中級クラスを担当し、2021年の帰国後はオンライン講師をしています。日本企業や日本語講師の経験から、ビジネス日本語や日本人とのコミュニケーション、日本語指導には豊富な実績があります。 《レッスン理念》 海外での経験から「日本の魅力」に改めて気づき、これを多くの方に伝えたい、という思いでレッスンをしています。 私が大切にしているのは「日本語が上手になること」だけではなく、「その先にあるもの」です。 日本の四季や文化、日本人の感性を知ることで、「日本って素晴らしい!もっと知りたい!」と感じてもらえること。日本語の上達は、そのための「手段」だと考えています。 『日本文化や日本人の心』と『日本語』は、切り離すことができないくらい深く繋がっています。 レッスンでは、言葉だけでなく、その背景にあるストーリーや、日本語に込められたニュアンスも分かりやすくお伝えしていきます。 このレッスンがきっかけで、日本語だけではなく、”あなたの、これからの人生そのもの” が少しでも豊かに変化していくのなら、日本語講師としてこれ以上嬉しいことはありません。 《レッスン内容》 あなたが「この先どうなりたいか」を聞きながら、会話中心に進めていきます。 ・生活会話レッスン①/②(自由なテーマでたくさん会話練習するレッスン) ・ビジネス会話レッスン(日本人と働くための実践型日本語レッスン) また、上記の通常レッスンに、 ・オプションレッスン(「文章添削/発音強化/上級日本語サポート/日本語ライフカウンセリング」) を追加し、より深くレベルの高い内容を学習することもできます。 さらに、今後のキャリアや生き方をサポートしていく、 ・プレミアムレッスン(オーダーメイドの日本語ライフカウンセリング) もご用意しています。 レッスンでは、基本的に日本語だけを使います。できるだけ「日本語だけの環境」に近い状態で学ぶことで、聞く力と話す力が自然に鍛えられ、自信もつきやすくなります。 また、あなたの要望や目標を事前にうかがい、定期的に現状を確認しながら、無理なく、でも着実に、日本語力を伸ばしていけるようサポートします。 《趣味など》 趣味は茶道や、季節の花々を見に行ったり、スイーツを作ったりすることです。カフェ巡りやドラマを見るのも好きです。それから、人との出会いや繋がり、気の合う人たちとのお喋りの時間も大切にしています。まずは、お気軽に体験レッスンを受けてくださいね。 ◉お知らせ◉ *SNSで、”日本の今”を発信中です! ・インスタグラム → @miho_love_japan ・YouTube → チャンネル名: 日本語かいわMiho ぜひご覧ください。 フォロー&チャンネル登録もお願いします!

USD 15.00/trial
Available 11:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher 上平祥世 Sachiyo.
5.0

231 Lessons

上平祥世 Sachiyoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

Discover your Japanese voice through art, and real stories of Japan. All levels are welcome! 🌿 My lessons are interactive and goal-oriented — you’ll learn useful phrases and build confidence to speak naturally. I value creating a relaxed space where you can make mistakes, ask questions, and actually enjoy learning. 🌸

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

3,255 Lessons

Tomoeid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Certified Japanese language teacher by the Agency for Cultural Affairs, Government of Japan I started to be interested in my country’s culture when I was traveling in different countries. Some years ago, when I came back to Japan, I decided to attend a Japanese language school, where I got my qualification to teach Japanese.Since then, I have been teaching Japanese language to people from various countries. I am looking forward to helping you develop your Japanese communication skills. Please feel free to ask me anything. Welcome. Please try the first free lesson.Nice to meet you.

USD 16.00/trial
Available 04:45 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mina Taguchi.
5.0

2,140 Lessons

Mina Taguchiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+1

しぜんな日本語がはなせるようになりたい人!🙌 I have completed the studies for the 420 hour Advanced Skills of Teaching Japanese Language Course. My lesson is NOT typical Japanese lesson that practice Japanese which native Japanese wouldn't say! With or without a textbook, it doesn't matter. Even if we use a text book, I don't follow too much. We can have a conversation whilst practicing "Natural Japanese"! Playing games, describing some situations or such... I'll adapt the lesson to the student! Let me know if you have any request! プロの日本語教師になるための420時間のコースを受けました。日本人がよく使う日本語、”しぜんな日本語”を会話をしながら、練習します。教科書はあっても、なくても、大丈夫です。教科書を使ったとしても、教科書に沿って教えるだけでなく、自然な日本語を練習しながら、会話をします。ゲームをしたり、写真の説明をしたり…生徒さんに合わせたレッスンをします。何か希望があれば、言ってくださいね。

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher まさひろ Masahiro.
5.0

1,813 Lessons

まさひろ Masahiroid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Registered Japanese Language Teacher with 38 years' business experience. Hello, my name is Masahiro. I joined the Japan Foundation’s 'Nihongo Partners' Program and worked for six months as an assistant Japanese teacher at a high school in Indonesia. I am currently a Japanese language teacher at a language school in Japan. I was born and raised in Tokyo and now live in Yokohama. My hobbies are hiking, running, photography, and traveling around the world. I have visited more than 40 countries, and my favorite style of travel is exploring by train with a backpack. Before becoming a Japanese teacher, I worked in the financial industry for over 30 years. During my career, I was assigned to the United States and Thailand, where I gained extensive experience working with people from different cultural and linguistic backgrounds. I passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test in 2020 and completed a Japanese Language Teacher Training Course in 2021. With my background in both Japanese language education and international business, I can help you improve not only your Japanese language skills but also your understanding of Japanese business etiquette, workplace communication, and culture. Whether you are preparing to work in Japan, communicate with Japanese colleagues, or simply want to speak more natural Japanese, I will tailor my lessons to your goals and level. Let's enjoy learning practical, natural Japanese together!

Business
USD 14.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Wakako.
5.0

1,610 Lessons

Wakakoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

Professional translator with 26 years experience and postgraduate certified Japanese teacher I'm a professional translator of Japanese and English and also teach Japanese on iTalki. I love dogs, animals, music, food (I’m vegan <3), travel, football (I'm a fan of Liverpool FC). I especially like the UK and lived in London, so I would be very glad if I could make friends from the UK. 【New Lesson! Play Minecraft or other online games and speak Japanese!】 Speak Japanese over voice chat while playing video games! Study useful Japanese words and phrases while having fun! A new game was added to my list! Now we can play Minecraft to learn Japanese! While my main occupation is a professional translator with almost 26 years of experience, I'm also teaching Japanese on iTalki. I have a postgraduate certificate in teaching Japanese as a foreign language and had six-month training to teach the Japanese language using English at the Institute of International Education in London. Note: Any cancellation after 24 hours before the lesson time consumes your credit and is not refunded. *New Course!!* "Play online game and speak Japanese!/ オンラインゲームで日本語会話" has opened. In this lesson, we play video games together and practice useful Japanese. Please see the lesson information for the details. Have fun and learn Japanese!! My lessons focus on practising speaking and listening to communicate well in Japanese by using images, videos, and webpage articles and learning grammar and vocabulary in natural situations.

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Haru.A.
5.0

3,543 Lessons

Haru.Aid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Korean
+1

I am qualified as a Japanese language teacher. All levels welcome☺! ☆My Career☆ Worked at a European foreign company → Japanese language instructor. ・Beginner class teacher at Japanese language school ・Experience teaching online from beginner to advanced level ・JLPT preparation lessons are also available(N5~N1) https://www.instagram.com/tokyo_dream_academy?igsh=bDh2Nm84MHR5ZzU%3D&utm_source=qr

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

74 Lessons

AYAid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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German
+2

Stop translating. Start speaking natural Japanese. Hi! I’m a native Japanese tutor living in Germany. I have studied English, German, and Korean, and one thing I have learned is that languages cannot always be translated word for word. Even when a sentence is grammatically correct, it may sound unnatural because every language has its own way of expressing ideas, feelings, and politeness. That is why my lessons focus on natural Japanese for real communication. During our conversations, I can help you with: ✓ Natural expressions ✓ Vocabulary and grammar corrections ✓ Pronunciation and intonation ✓ How a Japanese speaker would express the same idea ✓ Repeated mistakes and useful review points Instead of translating everything from your first language, let’s practice expressing your ideas directly in Japanese. You don’t need perfect Japanese. Let’s turn the Japanese you know into Japanese you can actually use! 日本語 こんにちは。ドイツ在住の日本人チューターです。 私はこれまで英語・ドイツ語・韓国語を学んできました。その中で強く感じたのは、言葉は単語をそのまま置き換えれば自然になるわけではないということです。 文法的には正しくても、文化や場面によっては不自然に聞こえることがあります。 だからこそ私のレッスンでは、「正しい日本語」だけではなく、実際の会話で自然に使える日本語を大切にしています。 会話をしながら、 ✓ 自然な表現 ✓ 語彙・文法の訂正 ✓ 発音・イントネーション ✓ 日本人ならどう表現するか ✓ 繰り返しやすい間違い を一緒に確認します。 母語から一文ずつ訳すのではなく、少しずつ日本語で考え、日本語らしく伝える練習をしていきましょう。 「知っている日本語」を「使える日本語」に変えていきましょう!

USD 5.00/trial
Available 08:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Eriko Kasai.
5.0

3,640 Lessons

Eriko Kasaiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

Certified native Japanese teacher with over 15 years teaching experience (Conversation & JLPT Prep). I majored "Japanese language as foreign language" in my University. The course was designed for people who would like to teach Japanese to foreigners. It was great opportunity to meet foreign students who plan to be Japanese teachers in their countries. I could learn that commonsense makes sense only in where I grew up. Sharing ideas and knowledge for developing and enjoying our lives is the most wonderful thing. Of course "learning language" is a gate to know about other people who have different backgrounds. Would you like to share your ideas with me?

USD 32.00/Hour
Learn Japanese with the teacher Gerald.
5.0

1,783 Lessons

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

☀️British 🇬🇧/ PGCE with QTS/ CELTA 👨🏼‍🏫 /IELTS/ TOEIC/ 10+ years 🧫 /🇯🇵 日本語 ☀︎ **No children** I'm a fun, relaxed teacher so don't worry about anything 😀 I have an PGCE with QTS (qualified teaching status), MA in English with TEFL, a CELTA and I also hold an N2 qualification in Japanese. I have 10+ years' experience teaching. I have taught grammar, vocabulary, reading, writing, listening, and speaking (including pronunciation) to students all over the world. I want you to talk more than me, so I will always encourage you to speak as much as you can. Don't be afraid to make mistakes, the more mistakes the better. I can also teach basic to intermediate Japanese. This can be taught either in English or in straight Japanese for a more immersive experience!

Test Preparation
USD 13.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Harumi.
5.0

2,252 Lessons

Harumiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Portuguese
·English
·Spanish
+2

オリジナル教材のスピーキング特訓で「話すための日本語」を教えます!中級以上の方には細かい文法解説やテーマに沿った会話練習でより自然な日本語を教えます! I've been teaching more than 20 years now. As a language teacher, I started teaching Japanese in Brazil in 2014. But I also taught music, English and other materials for kids in Japan, so teaching was always my passion. I started teaching online in 2019, and now I teach every single day. I love to see the students' progress so every level is welcome in my lesson. Recently I started to learn Chinese and French online, too, in order to, of course, improve my language skills but also to understand my students' difficulties. I've been discovering a lot of things by learning languages as a student, and that's helping me to set my mind and to reflect to and to improve my own lesson.

USD 9.97/trial
Available 10:30 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Tae.
5.0

845 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 Ayumi Togo.
5.0

884 Lessons

Ayumi Togoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Italian

スイス、イタリアで大学や高等学校付属音楽院でイタリア語でピアノ、声楽、ソルフェージュの指導をしています。 Mi sono laureata in Università e in Master specializzato pedagogia. Ho il titolo di Master of Education. Ho qualche esperienza di insegnamento in scuola privata, scuola elementare, scuola media, liceo e Università. Ho insegnato dall'età di 5 anni all'età avanzata. Per esempio, avevo 2 piccoli studenti di 5 anni e 7 anni, studiavano giapponese insieme come hobby e 2 ragazzi di 15 anni e 18 anni per la preparazione per andare a studiare in Giappone. 日本では、教育大学の大学院を修了し、教育学修士を持っています。 スイスでは、音楽院にて、大学院課程を3つ修了しており、教授のアシスタントを務めたこともあります。 個人教室の教師、小・中・高校の講師、大学で教授のアシスタントの経験があります。 5歳の子供からリタイア後の方まで、生徒として持っていました。 例えば、5歳と7歳の生徒がいて、趣味として日本語を勉強し、また、15歳と18歳の留学準備として日本語を教えていました。

USD 12.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Ryota.
5.0

533 Lessons

Ryotaid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
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
Learn Japanese with the teacher NAOYA.
5.0

8,447 Lessons

NAOYAid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Feel free to contact me or take a trial lesson! I'd love to help you achieve your goal! よろしくおねがいします! こんにちは。直哉(なおや)と 申(もう)します! Hello!! I'm Naoya. わたしのプロフィールを見(み)てくれて、ありがとうございます。 Thank you for visiting my profile page. わたしは大阪(おおさか)で生(う)まれ、大阪(おおさか)で育(そだ)ちました。 I was born and raised in Osaka. 今(いま)は北海道(ほっかいどう)に住(す)んでいます。 I'm living in Hokkaido now. 以前(いぜん)、 わたしはカナダに1年(いちねん)ぐらい住(す)んでいました。 I lived in Canada for about 1 year. それから、カナダのラーメン屋(や)で仕事(しごと)をしていました。 And I was working at a ramen restaurant in Canada. わたしはいろいろな外国(がいこく)の文化(ぶんか)を知(し)ることが大好(だいす)きです。 I love knowing about several cultures in foreign countries. また、アニメや音楽(おんがく)、ゲーム、日本(にほん)の文化(ぶんか)などを紹介(しょうかい)することも大好(だいす)きです。 Also, I love introducing anime, music, games and culture in Japan. [For adult learners] I offer several lessons to learners depending upon what you want to improve. You can refer to the following things in order to decide which lesson to take. If you want to mainly focus on : conversation : Take “Free Japanese conversation“. comprehensive skill/JLPT preparation/Japanese for travel preparation etc. : Take “Custom-made lesson“. kid's education : Take “Japanese for kids“. [For parents and guardians of children who want to learn Japanese] First, I'll check the proficiency level of your children and make a custom-made lesson plan. I normally use several resources such as textbooks, slides, flashcards, quiz and so forth to keep kids motivated and not to bore them. Feel free to contact me! See you soon!

Test PreparationKids
USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kayo, JLPT N1 Expert.
5.0

1,455 Lessons

Kayo, JLPT N1 Expertid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

13 Years Experience: JLPT Expert (N1) & Career Coach !! My specialties include: • JLPT Preparation: I have a proven track record of helping students pass their exams. • School-Quality Lessons at Home: You will receive the same high-quality instruction as a professional language school in Japan, all from the comfort of your home. • Visual Learning: I use original, easy-to-understand slides in every lesson. You are more than welcome to take screenshots for your review!

USD 20.00/trial
Available 00:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Maiko.
5.0

774 Lessons

Maikoid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

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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Learn Japanese with the teacher Megumu.
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【指導歴10年】会話から試験対策まで完全個別指導 / 10+ Yrs Exp: Tailored Japanese from Daily to Exams 【わたしについて / About Me】 はじめまして!国際関係学と日本語教育学を専門に学び、10年以上にわたり多様な学習者に日本語を教えています。日常会話を楽しみたい方から、ビジネス日本語の習得、JLPT・EJU対策まで、目標に合わせたオーダーメイドのレッスンを提供します。リラックスした雰囲気で楽しく学びながら、あなたの「できた!」を一緒に増やしていきましょう😊まずはお気軽にご相談ください! Nice to meet you! With a specialized background in International Relations and Japanese Language Education, I have over 10 years of experience teaching learners worldwide. Whether your goal is casual conversation, professional business Japanese, or JLPT/EJU exam prep, I provide customized lessons tailored to your needs. Let’s enjoy learning together in a supportive atmosphere! Feel free to reach out or book a trial lesson 😊 【レッスンについて / About Lessons】 目的や学習スタイルに合わせて柔軟に対応します。 ・テキストを使ったレッスン:『まるごと』『GENKI』など、ご希望の教材に幅広く対応します。 ・オリジナルレッスン:教材を使わないフリートーク、ニュースを使ったディスカッション、面接練習など実践的な内容も大歓迎です。 ・専門指導:小論文・文章添削、ビジネスメール、試験対策も丁寧に行います。 I offer flexible lessons designed for your specific goals: ・Textbook lessons: Compatible with standard materials like Genki, Marugoto, or your preferred textbooks. ・Custom lessons: Free talk, topic discussions, interview prep, or situational practice without textbooks. ・Specialized coaching: Essay correction, business writing, and JLPT/EJU preparation. 【対応分野 / Available Lessons】 ・日常会話・フリートーク / Conversation & Free Talk ・発音・文法指導 / Pronunciation & Grammar ・ビジネス日本語・敬語 / Business Japanese & Keigo ・JLPT対策 (N5-N1)・EJU対策 / JLPT & EJU Preparation ・小論文・文章添削 / Essay Correction & Proofreading

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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?

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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.

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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.

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How do italki's online Japanese classes work?

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  • 📝 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.
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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.

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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.
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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.
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