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Learn Japanese with the teacher Gaku.
5.0

3,608 Lessons

Gakuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native

文章の添削をご希望の方、EJUやJLPTの対策が必要な方、会話力を高めたい方、文法をしっかり勉強したい方、皆さんお待ちしています。 『レッスン形式』:日本語で授業をします。 次の6種類の授業を用意していますので、ご自身に合うクラスをお選びください。 ①文法・・初級・中級・上級  教科書「みんなの日本語」「げんき」「新完全マスター」を使います。  ※ほかに使いたい教科書があれば、言ってください。 ②会話・・自由に楽しくいろいろな話をしながら、会話の中の文法、言葉の意味、発音の勉強をします。      また、記事やエッセイを読んで、使い慣れていない語彙や文法を学びます。 ③JLPT対策・・N1~N4の合格を目指します。  教科書「新完全マスター 」「日本語総まとめ」を使います。  ※ほかに使いたい教科書があれば、言ってください。 ④EJU対策・・過去問等を使って記述と読解の勉強をします。  記述については、出題テーマについて議論→書く→添削という流れです。  読解については、スピードと正確さを備えるために、文章のどこに着目すべきかを確認します。  文章中の語彙・文法も勉強します。 ⑤文章の添削・・レポート、大学の課題、研究計画書、その他 文章の添削をします。授業前に文章を   送信してもらい、授業のときに話し合いながら直していきます。  400字以内(45分授業)、800字以内(60分授業)、1200字以内(90分授業) ⑥面接対策・・入学試験、就職試験に向けて面接形式で練習をします。        「自己紹介」「志望理由」など、よく聞かれる事項の内容についても検討します。 猫が好きで、2匹飼っています。動物と接していると いやされます。 趣味は音楽で、ジャンルを問わず ききます。最近は、若いときに きいていた、ダンスミュージック、パンクをきいて楽しんでいます。 その他 日本語教師(にほんごきょうし)の資格(しかく)も もっていますので、くわしく教(おし)えることができます。授業中(じゅぎょうちゅう)、わからないことがあったら、なんでも聞(き)いてください。何度(なんど)でも聞(き)いてください。わかるまで丁寧(ていねい)に説明(せつめい)します。 また、日本の会社(かいしゃ)で長(なが)く働いていましたので、ビジネス会話(かいわ)についても教えることができます。そのほか、みなさんの希望(きぼう)をお聞(き)きして授業をしますので、なんでもリクエストしてください。

USD 13.00/trial
Available 14:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuki.
5.0

1,048 Lessons

Yukiid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Turkish
+1

Türkçe biliyorum!! Hi, I’m Yuki, a certified Japanese teacher from Tokyo. I speak Turkish and have been teaching at a language school for 5 years. I love traveling and cooking, and I’ve visited over 10 countries. In my lessons, we enjoy talking about different cultures and daily life. Don’t worry about mistakes—just relax and express yourself in natural Japanese at your own pace! Merhaba, ben Yuki. Sertifikalı bir Japonca öğretmeniyim. 5 yıldır bir dil okulunda ders veriyorum. Seyahat etmeyi ve yemek yapmayı seviyorum; 10’dan fazla ülke gezdim. Derslerimde farklı kültürler ve günlük yaşam üzerine keyifli sohbetler yapıyoruz.Hata yapmaktan çekinme—rahat ol ve kendi hızında doğal Japonca öğrenelim!

USD 7.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Hiro.
4.9

2,114 Lessons

Hiroid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+5

2000+ lessons.Upgrade Japanese via art,psychology,research& coaching. Univ/Grad/Job interview& prep! 【ENG / JPN / CHN】 【ENG】Hello, I'm Hiro! I live in Tokyo and love cats & fish.I offer unique classes focused heavily on speaking practice. Grammar is a waste if you don't practice speaking—words are tools for communication, and for understanding yourself & others! I am also studying languages like English myself and currently working to improve my listening skills. I know many of you have anxieties about speaking, listening, writing, or reading. But please don’t worry!At university, I studied Art, Psychology, Coaching, and Japanese Education. Based on this, I also support students for Univ/Grad/Job interviews & essays. I speak slowly and clearly. Let's improve together! 【日本】こんにちは、ヒロです!東京在住で猫と魚が大好きです。話す練習を最も重視したユニークなレッスンをしています。文法を勉強しても話さなければもったいないです。言葉はコミュニケーション、そして自分や他人を理解するための道具ですから!実は私も今、英語などの言語を勉強していますが、リスニング力に課題を感じています。おそらく皆さんも、話す・聴く・書く・読むのどれかに不安を抱いているのではないでしょうか。ですが心配いりません!大学では美術、心理学、コーチングそして日本語教育を学びました。この背景を活かし、大学・大学院・企業の面接対策や論文指導も行っています。ゆっくり、はっきりと話します。一緒に上達しましょう! 【中】大家好,我是Hiro!我住在东京,很喜欢猫和鱼。我的课程非常注重口语练习。即使学了语法,不练习说话也是浪费——因为语言是沟通的工具,也是了解自己和内心的工具!其实我自己也在学习英语等语言,目前正在努力提高听力。我相信大家在听说读写某一方面也一定有过焦虑。但请不用担心!我在大学里学习了美术、心理学、教練技術以及日语教育。基于这一背景,我也提供大学、研究生院、企业面试及论文的指导。我说话又慢又清晰。让我们一起提高吧!

Business
USD 14.00/trial
Available 12:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Tatsuki たつき.
5.0

10.2k Lessons

Tatsuki たつきid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Italian
·English
·Danish

The perfect teacher for people who want casual, organized lessons! Hi everyone, I'm Tatsuki. I'm 30 and lived in Italy for 8 years in total. I love learning languages. Now I'm studying English, Italian, and Danish. My hobbies are traveling, watching movies, reading books, and playing/watching soccer. Soccer has always been my passion. I'm well experienced in teaching Japanese. As you can see, I have had over 9000 lessons here on Italki and taught over 500 students. I learned how to teach Japanese to foreigners at my university and became a professional Japanese teacher after I passed an exam in 2019. But I didn't stop there, and I have been improving as a teacher. I'm a friendly and kind person and really like teaching languages. If you are a beginner and do not understand Japanese, don't worry. I have been studying English for a long time and can explain it in English. I organize my lessons based on what you want to learn. If you want to practice conversation, we'll have a conversation and I'll correct you when you make mistakes. If you want to concentrate on learning grammar, we will use a textbook and cover each chapter. We can also practice reading. We'll read an online article in a lesson (or I can send it to you beforehand) and cover new grammar and words. After every lesson, if you request, I'll send you homework based on your needs or a summary of the lesson so that you can review what you learned during the lesson.

USD 10.00/trial
Available 02:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yukari.
5.0

3,652 Lessons

Yukariid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Practical Japanese for travel & daily life😊 Relaxed, friendly lessons. No pressure, just progress🌱 Hi! I’m Yukari from Kobe 😊 A qualified Japanese teacher with over 6,500 lessons taught in total. I’m currently based in Australia and have worked as a café manager and barista for 10 years. I’ve also visited 10+ countries and enjoy connecting with people from different cultures. I specialize in beginner grammar & conversation and travel Japanese using textbooks and my own original materials. My lessons are practical, personalized, and focused on helping you speak naturally with confidence. ✨ What you can expect: • Friendly, relaxed, and no-pressure lessons • Clear explanations in English • Strong focus on communication • Kansai dialect available I understand how challenging learning a new language can be, so please don’t be afraid to make mistakes — it’s an important part of the process! 🎯 Lesson options: • Beginner (Minna no Nihongo 1 & 2 / A1–A2, N5–N4) → Around 150 hours per book • Survival Japanese for travelers (Nihongo Fun & Easy) → Practical Japanese for restaurants, shopping, transportation, hotels, and everyday travel situations → Around 36 hours to complete the course → Perfect for short-term learners or people preparing for a trip to Japan → You can also take single lessons to practice specific phrases or situations before your trip I believe the key to learning a language is to enjoy it and keep going. I will support you step by step on your journey 😊 Feel free to message me before booking and tell me about your experience and goals!

USD 10.00/trial
Available 04:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Nori.
5.0

2,312 Lessons

Noriid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+2

🍿Focused on making learning Japanese fun! Let's get started with me ,good listener and friendly. Friendly teacher with a passion for teaching. I have been teaching Japanese online for over 4 years. I create lessons based on each student's interests, experiences, and goals. In every lesson, speaking is my priority. My goal is to help you speak Japanese with confidence. No pressure, no need to be shy—just relax and enjoy speaking Japanese! I'm also a language learner, just like you, so I know how challenging learning a language can be—and how much fun it is to connect with people through conversation. I always do my best to make every lesson a valuable and enjoyable experience for you. The lessons I offer include, but are not limited to: 1. Conversation Practice 💠 You can choose a topic, or we can just start talking. 💠 Learn new vocabulary and natural expressions through conversation. 💠 We may use articles, photos, or illustrations to support our conversation. 💠 Relax and have fun! 2. General Japanese 💠 Use a textbook to prepare for the JLPT N3 or N4. 💠 Start learning grammar from the basics using Minna no Nihongo or GENKI. 💠 Focus on grammar you find difficult and practice using it.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Saori ..Wasabi Lover.
5.0

1,245 Lessons

Saori ..Wasabi Loverid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+2

I have an experience in tutoring Japanese when I was in Vietnam. The best way to learn a new language is to practice speaking and respect each other and treat my student as my children, we all learned our mother language from our parents with love. 【Lesson price notice】 every 250 lessons, price will increase.(1$) .Thank you for your understanding. I will put more effort for teaching!!

USD 30.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Gerald.
5.0

1,794 Lessons

Geraldid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
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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
Available 15:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mary (Kids -Adults).
5.0

19.3k Lessons

Mary (Kids -Adults)id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
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Chinese (Mandarin)
Native
·Chinese (Taiwanese)
Native
·English

Certified TCSOL teacher with over 10 years of teaching experience. 大家好! My name is Mary. I was born and raised in Taipei and I have lived in Shanghai and Tokyo. I am able to teach students of all levels. (Simplified or Traditional Chinese characters) I love to eat and travel. Welcome to try my lesson. ✅Camera-off lessons available upon request. ✅My classes can only be booked starting every 30 minutes, for example, at 12:00 or 12:30. ✅Japanese lesson only for beginner to A2 level (N5~N4 level) ✅All lesson include (5 /10/15 minute break) so each lesson lasts 25 / 50 /75 minutes. ✅Please Check italki Lessons Cancelation and Reschedule Policy before you book the lesson. ---- 💙I teach Pinyin and Bopomofo 💙Learn Chinese for Kids 💙TCSOL Certificated Teacher/Native Chinese Speaker 💙Business Chinese 💙Chinese exam (TOCFL / HSK/ YCT/中国語検定) 💙I will prepare textbook

Test PreparationKidsBusiness
USD 15.00/trial
Available 08:45 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Yuya 祐哉.
5.0

923 Lessons

Yuya 祐哉id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Every mistake explained, tracked, and sent to you as your own report. Free with lessons 💡 The Game-Changer in My Lessons: I don't just teach vocabulary and grammar; I also teach you "how to study Japanese efficiently on your own," so your self-study outside class skyrockets too. 📈✍️ Whether you are an absolute beginner, a serious learner, or preparing to ace the JLPT, I am here to fully support your journey! 🚀 🆕 NEW! "Nihongo Muscle" — your own dashboard (free, if you want it) After each lesson, my real-time corrections + AI analysis become your private page 💪 📊 Every mistake saved, sorted and charted — watch them disappear 🔍 Each one explained: what you said, the natural version, and WHY 🎧 Flashcards from YOUR lessons, in my real voice (never AI audio) Completely free and totally optional — just ask and I'll set it up! Hi there! I'm Yuya, a certified Japanese teacher living in Oita, Japan. Over the past 5 years, I have dedicated more than 4,000 hours to teaching Japanese online. ⭐ Why learn with me? 🔰 Perfect for Absolute Beginners: Can't read Hiragana yet? We start from zero, at a comfortable pace. 🗣️ Immersive & Engaging Classes: So natural and fun that a 50-minute lesson feels like 10 minutes! 🎉 🎯 High Efficiency & Tailored Curriculum: No time wasted — every lesson is designed around your specific goals. 🇬🇧 Full English Support: Complex grammar and nuances explained in clear English, so you never feel lost. 📚 Standard Textbook Compatibility: Using Genki or Quartet? I'm more than happy to guide you through them!

USD 20.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher MANA👻🎃👻🎃.
5.0

4,580 Lessons

MANA👻🎃👻🎃id verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
+1

🔥Hello. October! いっしょに日本語を勉強しましょう🔥 🔥New time slot are for October are OPEN! Check my lesson schedule 🔥 こんにちは!はじめまして 🌟I’d like to give you some additional information about my lesson. 🟣First of all my lessons are 1 to 1 lessons for adults. 🟣They are also for upper beginners who know Hiragana/Katakana and basic grammars and above levels. 🟣We use Google Meet for our lessons. 🙇‍♀️Could you tell me about yourself and your Japanese study background when you book a lesson for the first time 🙇‍♀️ That would be really nice.🙇‍♀️ よろしくお願いします! -ALL PERSONALIZED CLASS *I provide notes from every lessons (for revision/study) *Follow along with a book you have(Ex, Genki book1 and 2 plus Genki workbook). *Read articles and learn new words and new phrases from comprehensive Japanese websites. -CONVERSATION CLASS *I provide notes from every lessons (for revision/study) *Free talk about a particular topic of your choice. *Discuss about articles *100 random questions ⚠️At least 24 hours before notice is required for rescheduling and cancellations. Thank you for understanding

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

4,216 Lessons

JUNJUNid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

Would you like to speak natural Japanese? Let’s have fun Conversations.自然な日本語表現を増やす会話のレッスンをします。 I am good at helping people feel comfortable talking. You can relax and take lessons. リラックスできる楽しいレッスンをします。 1.楽しい、やさしい、辛抱強いです。 I am gentle, fun, and patient. 2.あなたが話しやすいようにお手伝いします。 I am here to help you relax and talk.

USD 7.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Hiro Miyamoto 🚄.
5.0

17.1k Lessons

Hiro Miyamoto 🚄id verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+2

📩 Not sure where to start? Message me and I’ll help you choose the best lesson. Hi, I’m Hiro Miyamoto, a native Japanese teacher from Kobe, Japan. I have taught 16,000+ Japanese lessons on italki and received 2,900+ reviews. I’m patient, friendly, and good at helping students speak more Japanese in a relaxed atmosphere. こんにちは、宮本ヒロです。神戸に住んでいる日本語教師です。やさしく、リラックスした雰囲気で日本語を練習できます。 From zero to advanced, I use slides, textbooks, and conversation topics to fit your goals. 初級から上級まで、会話・文法・教科書・スライド・JLPTを一緒に勉強できます。 I lived in San Francisco for two years, so I can support you in English when necessary. My English is not perfect, but I can explain important points simply. Lesson types: 🗣️ 1. Conversation Practice Relaxed conversation about your life, interests, travel, Japan, news, or any topic you like. I can also use topic slides to help you speak more naturally. 🌱 2. Beginner Japanese For complete beginners. We can study hiragana, greetings, self-introduction, numbers, time, basic grammar, and simple conversation. 📚 3. Textbook & Slide Lessons We can use GENKI, Minna no Nihongo, Japanese from Zero, Tobira, Quartet, slides, and other materials. 🎯 4. JLPT Preparation N5 to N1. Grammar, vocabulary, reading, kanji, listening, and mock tests. 私の目標は、あなたが安心して日本語を続けられるようにサポートすることです。 I will help you build confidence little by little. 📩 If you are not sure which lesson to choose, please send me a message. I’ll help you find the best lesson for your goals. Let’s enjoy studying Japanese together!

Test Preparation
USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher OHAYO CENTER.
5.0

4,319 Lessons

OHAYO CENTERid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+3

Specialist for Absolute Beginners & Fun Conversational Lessons! Japanese Teaching experience: Japanese teaching certificate (JAPAN) 2017 Japanese language school in Japan (JAPAN) 2017-2018 Public high schools (VIETNAM) 2018-2019 Japanese language school (VIETNAM) 2019-2021 Online Teaching Ohayo center (JAPAN) and italki 2021 - current 資格 420時間日本語教師養成講座修了(Japan) ATI TESOL 英語教授法 (Toronto) 高校教諭一種 (Japan)

Test Preparation
USD 8.00/trial
Available 12:00 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Satomi.
5.0

2,338 Lessons

Satomiid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English
+1

日常会話からJLPT・ビジネス・面接対策まで、幅広く実践的に学べる日本語レッスン 日本の福岡で生まれ育ちました。人見知りしない性格で、初対面の方でもすぐに打ち解けるのは私の特技です。 講師としての経験は15年ほどあり、そのうち日本語のチューターは7年程度。その他、営業5年、コンサルティング会社でディレクターを4年、人事採用担当としての経験もあります。色々な立場を経験してきたからこそ、日常会話からビジネスシーンまで、その時々に合わせた実践的なレッスンができるのが強みです。特に企業面接では、採用の現場で見てきた視点からアドバイスできるとご好評いただいています。 カジュアルな日常会話からフォーマル・ビジネスで使う日本語まで幅広く対応しています。レッスンではアウトプット(話すこと)を中心に、誤用や発音をその場でテキストを使って訂正していきます。レッスン後は、そのテキストを元に復習していただき、次のレッスンに繋げる形で進めます。 【Basic & Casual Japanese conversation practice】 ・実用的な日常会話の練習 ・JLPT試験対策 ・朗読の練習 【Business Japanese conversation / Various interview practice】 ・企業面接の練習 ・ビジネスでの電話のやり取りの練習 ・ビジネスメールの書き方練習 ・プレゼン資料の添削 ・帰化申請の面接練習 そのほか、職務経歴書や論文の文章チェックにも対応可能です(ご相談ください)。 旅行が好きで、知らない人と出会うのが好きです。無類の犬好き。趣味は写真・動画の撮影編集や、観葉植物栽培(長期旅行との相性はイマイチですが)。最近はClaude codeでのツール開発にハマってます。 レッスンスタイルはかなりフレキシブルです。当日でも直接メッセージをいただければ対応できる場合もありますので、ご希望があればお気軽にご相談くださいね!

USD 8.00/trial
Available 01:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kazuto.
5.0

1,575 Lessons

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

Anime&Manga 📺|From Osaka🏯|1000+ Students Taught👨‍🏫 👨‍🏫About me ✨Certified Japanese teacher from Osaka. ✨I believe learning Japanese should be both enjoyable and effective. My goal is not only to make lessons fun but also to help you make steady progress. ✨I enjoy music, anime, manga, and games. If we share similar interests, we can talk about them in Japanese as your language skills improve. ✨I also lived in Russia, so I understand the challenges of learning a foreign language and adapting to a different culture. ✨In addition to teaching Japanese, I also work as a tour guide. Because of this, I can talk about Japanese culture, daily life, and sightseeing in Osaka (also, Kyoto, and Kobe). I like ✨Ghibli/code geass/stein's gate/jojo/berserk etc 👨‍🏫Do any of these sound like you? ✅ You want to start learning Japanese but don’t know where to begin. ✅ You want to build a strong foundation in grammar and vocabulary. ✅ You want to practice speaking Japanese with confidence. ✅ You are preparing for the JLPT. ✅ You want to communicate naturally with Japanese people. ✅ You love Japan, anime, manga, games, travel, or Japanese culture and want to enjoy them in Japanese. If so, I’d be happy to help you! I adjust every lesson to your level and learning style. My goal is to help you improve step by step and use Japanese with confidence in real-life situations. Let’s work together to achieve your Japanese language goals! ※I'm not going to have new students under 12 years old now.

USD 17.00/trial
Available 03:00 Tomorrow
Learn Japanese with the teacher Shu.
5.0

5,742 Lessons

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

Certified teacher who has 3 certifications on Japanese education: 2 exams and 420 hours of training Hello😃 I am Shu(しゅう). I am Japanese and living in Tokyo. I like movies, music and drawing picutures very much. I like to learn language as well. I learned how to speak in English without studying or living in foreign country. I know beauties and difficulties of learning languages. I would love to share the tips with you in my class. My major in university was Japanese linguistics and I learned how to teach Japanese for foreign students. I also have 3 certification of Japanese teaching. I completed 420 hours of training as a Japanese teacher and passed the Japanese teaching ability exams of Jees and Zenyokyo. I have experience in working as a programmar and a secretary of a politician. #Everyone learns through mistakes My motto of teaching is "Don't make students hesitate to make mistake". I also make tons of mistakes when I am taking foreign language class. I will try to create warm and relaxed atmosphere in class so that you can be relaxed and talk spontaneously. #My class focuses on conversation We talk about your daily life and interests to build vocabulary naturally. Typical lesson flow: (1) Small talk (2) Homework check (composition or diary) (3) Grammar practice I’m happy to adjust lessons to your needs.

USD 5.00/trial
Available 23:30 Today
Learn Japanese with the teacher Anastasia.
5.0

794 Lessons

Anastasiaid verified
Community Tutor
Speaks :Japanese
·
Russian
Native
·English

ロシア語(ご)で 日本語(にほんご)の 初級(しょきゅう)と ロシア語(ご)を 教(おし)えています。日本語(にほんご)でも 説明(せつめい)をすることができます。 日本語(にほんご)から ロシア語(ご)に 翻訳(ほんやく)をした 経験(けいけん)もあります。 Я преподаю начальный уровень японского языка, а также русский язык. Преподавание ведётся на русском языке, но также могу объяснить и на японском. Также у меня есть опыт в переводе книг с японского языка на русский.

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mayu.
5.0

637 Lessons

Mayuid verified
Professional Teacher
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
Chinese (Mandarin)
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日本語講師|台湾在住3.5年|中国語OK|会話特化|初心者歓迎 I have taken a Japanese teaching course for 420h and I'm teaching Japanese at Japanese language school for 2 years. 私は日本語を教(おし)える勉強(べんきょう)を420時間(じかん)しました。そして、日本語学校(にほんごがっこう)で2年間(ねんかん)日本語を教(おし)えていました。 I lived in Taiwan for three years, so I understand a little Chinese. それから、台湾(たいわん)で3年間(ねんかん)、日本語(にほんご)を教(おし)えました。 I'm flexing and open to your ideas and am happy to build lessons around your needs. みなさんの考(かんが)えを聞(き)いて、ニーズに合(あ)わせてレッスンをしたいです。 私はベトナム人に教えた経験(けいけん)があります🇻🇳 先月まで台湾で台湾人に日本語を教えていました🇹🇼

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Please check out Udemy's English course Amber & Nikki's English conversations and test prep! Motivating language students online can be a difficult task since you don't get to meet them in person. In general, I don't believe it's effective to assign numerous grammar lessons. My lesson plan for the beginner to intermediate learners focuses on conversational Japanese, practicing repetition of sentences describing their daily lives in present or past tenses. This would build their vocabulary and grammatical skills in the process. Through my lessons, students have demonstrated to be more fluent and motivated.

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  • Nathan D.

    Nathan D.

    Learning Japanese

    Kyouko is an amazing Japanese teacher! She has been of great assistance helping me to develop confidence in my speaking. She truly cares about her student's progress and has developed materials and roleplaying exercises tailored to my specific needs. I highly recommend her as a teacher.

  • Mikołaj

    Mikołaj

    Learning Japanese

    Lessons with Anri先生 are very good. She is always prepared and never late to our classes. I often feel encouraged to try my best and speak even if I am not sure if I am correct. In case of any mistakes, the are explained in understandable way. The atmosphere is also very friendly. I really enjoy our lessons, I feel motivated to continue my learning and I can see my level raising from lesson to lesson. Highly recommended!

  • Kelvin Perez

    Kelvin Perez

    Learning Japanese

    独学でJLPT N1に合格した後、次はどうやってネイティブレベルに近づいていけばいいのか相談したくて、こうすけ先生を選びました。 最初のレッスンでは、一緒に自分の改善点や癖を見つけ、今後のレッスンプランを立てていただきました。また、レッスンプランに沿って進めるだけでなく、日本での日々の生活の中で感じた疑問や、日本語についての質問にも柔軟に答えていただいています。 毎回楽しく話しながら、自分でも少しずつ「ネイティブレベル」という大きな目標に近づいていると感じています。 初心者だけではなく、すでにN2やN1レベルの上級日本語を身につけている方にも、こうすけ先生のレッスンをおすすめします!

  • Kayhan

    Kayhan

    Learning Japanese

    As always, we started our lesson with conversation practice. Yukie-sensei is so helpful when I’m trying to form sentences correctly. She also takes notes on our conversations and sends them after each lesson, which is really useful for reviewing! Today, she used drawings to explain the difference between に (ni) and へ (e), which made it so much easier to understand. I really appreciate the care she puts into her explanations and how she makes grammar practice fun and engaging.

  • wei-han Chang

    Learning Japanese

    先生の親しみやすさとプロ意識がとても好きです!いつもリラックスした雰囲気で、文章の修正やネイティブらしい自然なニュアンスを教えてくださいます。 レッスンでは日本語のちょっとしたコツだけでなく、日本人の思考パターンに合わせた文章の書き方や、相手に伝わりやすいコミュニケーションの方法まで学べます。 単に日本語を鍛えるだけでなく、「自分が本当に伝えたいことは何なのか」を深く理解し、その中から重要なポイントを絞り込んで相手に伝えるプロセスを学べました。 自分の考えをどうすれば効果的に伝えられるかを知ることができ、語学の学習以上にとても大切な学びが得られる素晴らしいレッスンです!

  • Dylan L

    Learning Japanese

    Today was my 50th lesson with Kurumi-Sensei! It's been really helpful that she's so consistent that I've been able to form a habit of chatting with her and studying together twice a week. Being able to chat with her about everyday things gives me a lot of chances and experience to become more accustomed to hearing and using the exact everyday type of words and grammar structures that I'd want to use instead of just rote memorizing pre-approved standard expressions. Then when we have less to talk about, or are otherwise done with a chat, we progress to studying from the textbook where I can get more concentrated practice on how to use different grammar structures and how to phrase different types of ideas that I may have just been struggling to convey in conversation. It's a really helpful balance and I feel much more confident stumbling my way through practicing speaking, with Kurumi-Sensei's encouragement. いつも本当にありがとうございます!これからもよろしくお願いします!

  • Melissa Bray

    Melissa Bray

    Learning Japanese

    Happy 100th lesson! I've never regretted a single lesson with Shoko-sensei. I've learned so much. I'm not farther along due to my own lack of studying, but I love our weekly/biweekly sessions and I always leave feeling confident in what I just learned. Her explanations are incredible and adaptable. Here's to 100 more - and by then maybe I will write in all Japanese!!!

  • Marion

    Learning Japanese

    Ich hatte mittlerweile 30 Stunden mit Mari-san und bin sehr zufrieden. Die Stunden sind immer gut vorbereitet und auf meine Bedürfnisse abgestimmt. Mari-san ist sehr geduldig und durch die angenehme Atmosphäre macht das Japanischlernen viel Spaß. Ich merke, dass ich Fortschritte mache und freue mich schon auf die nächsten Stunden! 😊

  • Keven

    Learning Japanese

    I have taken eight lessons with Yumi Sensei now. She continues to exceed my expectations in every way. She has a very pleasant and easy-going personality and made me feel comfortable from the very first lesson. she encourages me to learn the fundamentals of the language but is also flexible enough to tailor each lesson to my specific needs. because of Yumi Sensei's excellent teaching style, my confidence and skill is building. I will definitely continue taking lessons. 👍😊

  • Daniel

    Daniel

    Learning Japanese

    I've been taking lessons with Hana for a long time now, and these days each lesson feels like catching up with an old friend. What sets her apart is that she makes an effort to get to know her students, and her encouragement goes well beyond Japanese. She has a real talent for noticing strengths in her students that they haven't noticed in themselves, and for nurturing them. Over our time together she's helped me come out of my shell and pursue things I wouldn't have had the confidence to try before. She's not someone who hands out empty praise, so when she tells you you're good at something, you believe it. The teachers you remember most are the ones who don't just teach. They become mentors whose lessons go beyond the subject itself. Hana is one of those teachers, and I can't thank her enough. She's patient, adapts to how you learn, and makes it safe to struggle with the hard parts. If you're looking for a teacher who will genuinely invest in you, I can't recommend her enough.

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