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Our tutors specialize in teaching Japanese to children. They create personalized lesson plans that align with your child’s learning pace and goals. The interactive lessons are designed to help them naturally with vocabulary, grammar, and conversational skills.

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Learn Japanese with the teacher Yoko【ようこ】.Japan flag
5.0

2,966 Lessons

Yoko【ようこ】id verified
Professional TeacherKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
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For kids and adults 😊ー speak natural Japanese with confidence in relaxed and friendly lessons. はじめまして!Yokoです。 日本で生まれ育ちました。アメリカに6年住んだこともあります。 日本の公立小学校でも、外国につながりのある子どもたちに日本語を教えています。 私も外国語を勉強することが好きなので、新しい言語を学ぶ楽しさやむずかしさがよくわかります。 だから、レッスンではリラックスして話すことを大切にしています。まちがえても大丈夫です。日本語をたくさん使って、自分の言葉で話せるようになることを目標にしています。 初心者の方には、ゆっくり、わかりやすく、やさしい日本語で話します。 子ども日本語指導者の資格も持っているので、子どもから大人まで大歓迎です! レッスンでお会いできるのを楽しみにしています! Hello, I’m Yoko. I was born and raised in Japan and lived in the United States for six years. I also teach children with international backgrounds at a public elementary school in Japan. I love studying foreign languages myself, so I understand both the fun and the challenges of learning a new language. That’s why I value creating a relaxed and supportive environment. Making mistakes is an important part of learning, so please don’t be afraid to speak and try. My goal is to help you speak naturally and express yourself in your own words, without relying too much on written text. For beginners, I speak slowly, clearly, and in simple Japanese. I am also certified in teaching Japanese to children, so learners from children to adults—are very welcome! Before our first lesson, I will send you a message asking about your Japanese learning experience and other details. I’m looking forward to meeting you in my lessons! 【Important Notice】 ★60 minutes → 55 minutes / 45 minutes → 40 minutes / 30 minutes → 25 minutes ★If you do not attend a lesson without prior notice, the lesson fee will be charged.

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Chika.Japan flag
5.0

711 Lessons

Chika
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Professional TeacherBusinessKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English

日常会話(にちじょうかいわ)を楽(たの)しみましょう! I am a qualified teacher in Japanese language for foreigners. I also served as a volunteer teacher to teach Japanese when I was a University student. After I graduated from University, I had worked at a local bank in Japan for18 years. So, I can help you with business Japanese and polite expressions as well. I am also a qualified teaching for Junior high school. I have taught English in public Junior high school for six months. Teaching is my passion and it is my dream to share my knowledge to other. 大学で日本語教師の資格を取得しました。学生時代は日本語をボランティアで教えていました。大学卒業後は、地元の金融機関に勤めていましたので、敬語やビジネスマナーを教えることができます。また、中学校・高校の教師の免許を取得し日本の中学校に半年教師として勤務した経験もあります。私は言語を教えることや知っていることを分かち合うことが好きです。

USD 20.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Hana.Japan flag
5.0

4,880 Lessons

Hanaid verified
Professional TeacherBusinessTest PreparationKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+3

Not confident in free conversation? You’ll be surprised how much Japanese you can speak in 30 min! こんにちは、はなと申します。日本語指導歴10年以上、4,000回以上のレッスンを担当してきました。 多様な生徒と会話を重ねた経験を活かし、「自然で伝わる日本語」の習得を全力でサポートします。リラックスした雰囲気で、間違いを恐れず安心して話せる環境を大切にしています。 フリートークの量も多めに取りながら、文法サポートや丁寧なフィードバックもご提供しますので、流暢さや正確さを高めたい方、自信を持って話したい方におすすめです。 午後のレッスン枠もあり、アジアやヨーロッパの方もご利用いただけます。目標や興味に合わせて、楽しく効果的なレッスンを一緒に作りましょう。新規生徒さまも大歓迎です。皆さまの「できた!」を増やすお手伝いを楽しみにしています。

USD 15.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Misako (Michelle).
5.0

3,363 Lessons

Misako (Michelle)id verified
Professional TeacherKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Chinese (Mandarin)
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Empathetic, experienced teacher for dedicated learners seeking real progress in Japanese I began my teaching journey at a Japanese elementary school in Vietnam, passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test, and started teaching online in 2021. Later, I moved to the U.S. to teach in-person while pursuing my Master’s in Japanese teaching. These experiences shaped my style: a unique balance of structured grammar and real-life conversation. Whether you're preparing for JLPT or want to speak confidently, I’ll create lessons just for you. I’ve taught absolute beginners to advanced learners and always aim for clear, encouraging lessons with structure and goals. Let’s build your Japanese together—one step at a time!

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Mana Shinozaki.
5.0

4,203 Lessons

Mana Shinozaki
id verified
Professional TeacherKidsTest Preparation
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Spanish

Experienced certified Japanese teacher/Profesora de japonés certificada y con experiencia Hi! I’m Mana, a professional Japanese teacher from Nagano, Japan, now living in Colombia. I have 13+ years of teaching experience, including 6 years teaching Japanese and 5 years at a tutoring school in Japan. I studied Japanese language education at university. I speak English and Spanish 😊 My students enjoy my positive energy and feel real progress. My lessons are structured and customized to your level and goals. I use textbooks such as “Minna no Nihongo,” “Genki,” “Quartet,” and “Irodori,” along with original materials. You don’t need a textbook. I focus on grammar and real communication. Since I learned English and Spanish abroad, I understand your challenges. In my lessons, you will: • Build a strong grammar foundation • Practice speaking • Gain confidence Let’s enjoy learning Japanese together! 😊 --- Hola! Soy Mana, profesora de japonés de Nagano, Japón, viviendo en Colombia. Tengo más de 13 años de experiencia enseñando, incluyendo 6 años enseñando japonés y 5 años en una academia en Japón. Hablo inglés y español 😊 Mis clases son estructuradas y personalizadas según tu nivel y objetivos. Uso libros como “Minna no Nihongo”, “Genki”, “Quartet” e “Irodori”, además de materiales propios. No necesitas libro. Me enfoco en gramática y comunicación real, y entiendo tus dificultades. En mis clases: • Construyes una base sólida • Practicas conversación • Ganas confianza ¡Aprendamos japonés juntos! 😊

USD 5.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Junko.
4.8

63 Lessons

Junkoid verified
Community TutorKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
·
English

初心者大歓迎🌿|Genkiで楽しく日本語会話📙|発話量80%🗣️|宿題は希望制✍️|英語サポートOK!|認定講師👩‍🏫 こんにちは!日本語教師のじゅんこです🌻 子どもへの日本語指導経験は2年以上あります。また、教育・保育・ビジネス・国際交流など、さまざまな分野での経験があります。 オーストラリアの小学校で日本語クラスのアシスタントとして働いたほか、保育施設でのボランティアや、オペアとして子どものお世話をした経験もあります。 🌈 子ども向けレッスン オンラインで2年以上、子どもたちに日本語を教えています。中には、2年以上継続してレッスンを受けてくれている生徒さんもいます。 オリジナルのスライドや、歌・クイズ・パペットを使ったアクティビティなどを取り入れ、子どもたちが楽しみながら日本語を学び、自信を持って日本語を話せるようになることを大切にしています。 🌷 大人向けレッスン 大人に日本語を教えるための講座も修了しています。『GENKI』の教科書やオリジナルのスライドを使い、初級から中級の方を中心にレッスンを行っています。 日本語の基礎、旅行で使う表現、日常会話、日本文化など、皆さんの目標に合わせて楽しく学びましょう! 💬 私のレッスンスタイル 文法や表現はスライドを使って分かりやすく説明し、学んだことを実際の会話で使えるように練習します。一人ひとりのレベルに合わせて進めるので、初心者の方も安心してくださいね🌟 ✍️ 宿題は希望制 もっと練習したい方には宿題も用意できます。レッスン中に一緒に答えを確認し、間違いを直しながら復習しましょう。 皆さんとレッスンでお会いできるのを楽しみにしています🍀

USD 6.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher AKI HAPPY.
5.0

3,095 Lessons

AKI HAPPY
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Professional TeacherKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
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Kids(1yo)- Students -Adults ☆Certified and devoted teacher with 20 years in educational field. みなさん、こんにちは(^^) 日本語講師のあきです。 Hi, I'm Aki. Thank you for visiting my page. I'm a certified Japanese teacher. Teaching is my passion! I live in Himeji city where the world heritage site Himeji castle is located. Spring is the best season here with beautiful cherry blossoms🌸 I love martial art and have a black belt of Judo🥋 I am strong 💪In my free time, I enjoy baking and watching movies. I am a sweet tooth💕★ I enjoy teaching Japanese here in Italki and I have been teaching languages to kids for over 20 years. Some students have been taking lessons for more than 10 years. I have a sense of responsibility and I enjoy teaching and interacting with people. From my experience, I can understand what students need to improve or what they want. Their growth is my happiness. It's my calling! My lessons are for students in all levels. I'm willing to listen to your story, encourage, emphasize and laugh together. I use the textbook "NIHONGO FUN & EASY “and “Genki" for beginner and “Quartet” for intermediate students. For advanced students I use other textbooks or digital materials that are appropriate for their level. Feel free to bring in any lesson materials you'd like to use too!

USD 8.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Reiko.A.
5.0

1,103 Lessons

Reiko.A
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Professional TeacherKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
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Learn Japanese the Easy & Fun Way! 😄 Personalized Lessons with Original Materials 📚 こんにちは!I'm Reiko, a certified Japanese teacher with 14+ years of teaching experience and over 5,000 online lessons! 🇯🇵 I teach beginners to advanced learners, including JLPT students, kids (ages 9+), teens, and adults. 🐱 I live in Japan with my cat and love sharing Japanese language and culture! 🌸 My Teaching Style My lessons are friendly, relaxed, and personalized to your goals. Many students say, "I know Japanese grammar, but I can't speak!" That's exactly what we'll work on! I'll help you turn what you've learned into natural conversation with confidence. 🗣️ 📚 What You'll Get ✔ Original slides with clear explanations and romaji support ✔ Plenty of speaking practice ✔ Grammar explained in English when needed ✔ Textbook-based lessons (Genki) or original materials ✔ PDF lesson materials after every class ✔ Vocabulary practice with Quizlet ✔ Optional homework management through Google Classroom 🎯 Who Are My Lessons For? 🌱 Beginners building a strong foundation 💬 Learners who want to improve their speaking skills 📖 JLPT learners (N5–N3) 🌟 Kids & teens (ages 9+) Whether you're learning Japanese for travel, anime, exams, or personal goals, I'll guide you step by step. Let's make Japanese learning enjoyable and rewarding! 🚀

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher yokosan.
5.0

1,777 Lessons

yokosanid verified
Community TutorMedicalKidsBusiness
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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Chinese (Mandarin)
·English
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Learn Practical Japanese Conversation! /実践会話が得意!主打地道实用日语会话 / 🉑中文 /【日本人通訳案内士🇨🇳&現役看護師】が教える医療中国語講座🏥 ✅My Lesson Style: Lessons are mostly in Japanese for your best language immersion! My spoken English is basic, but I can understand you well and will support you anytime with typing and simple text. ✅My Strength: I study languages too, so I know how hard it can be! Let's practice together at your own pace in a relaxed and comfortable class. ✅Google Meet and Zoom are available. If using Zoom, we will need to leave and rejoin after 30 minutes. ✅我的授课风格:为了让您充分沉浸在语言环境中,课程原则上全程使用日语进行!不过,我的中文沟通基本没有问题,所以遇到不懂的地方也可以用中文交流。随着上课次数的增加,使用日语交流的时间也会逐渐增多。我会随时通过打字或简单的句子为您提供辅助。 ⭐️「自然な日本語」が得意な日本語ネイティブ講師⭐️ 中国語サポート可能! リラックスした雰囲気で、日常会話を楽しく練習しましょう♪ 「今日は何を話しますか?」→あなたの話したい内容に合わせます🇯🇵 日本留学や仕事の面接練習もOK→自信をもって話せるまで何度でも練習できます👍 ⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎⭐︎ こんにちは!Yoko(ようこ)です。 ・10年以上の日本語指導経験(子供~大人) ・日本語が出てこない時は中国語・英語でOK! ・子育て中のママ講師→優しく根気強く教えます✨ 趣味は料理・野球観戦・水泳。 私自身も英語・中国語を学習中♪ 我的性格温柔,有耐心,做事认真负责。 让我们聊聊在日本生活的烦恼、育儿方面的疑问等话题吧! ーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーーー 🌟【NEW】日本人向け・中国語講座スタート!🐼  ・中国語に興味があるけれど、発音が難しそう…😅  ・学習し始めたものの、行き詰まってしまった… そんな方のための、入門/初級者向けの中国語講座です。✨ 私は日本語ネイティブ🇯🇵の中国語講師です。 私自身も中国語をイチから学びました💪から、 学習中の悩みやつまずきポイントがよく分かります。 🤝日本語でていねいに解説・サポートをして、一歩一歩、 安心して進められるレッスンをお届けします。🌱 🩺 ①【全5回!】すぐ使える!医療中国語・病院の受付会話講座 料金: 60分 / 15ドル 対象: 医療従事者、病院受付スタッフなど 医療現場で中国語対応に困っていませんか? 🏥医療中国語の入門・初級講座❣️難しい文法をゼロから学ぶのではなく、 「現場でそのまま使える」実践フレーズに特化して、楽しく学びます 📈 ② HSK 1級・2級 合格講座🈴過去問に挑戦! 料金: 60分 / 15ドル 対象: HSK(中国語検定)に合格したい方 「過去問を解いたけれど、なぜ間違えたか分からない」を解決します。 💡日本人がつまずきやすい文法やリスニングのコツを日本語でわかりやすく解説。

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

324 Lessons

Anri
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Professional TeacherBusinessKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Chinese (Mandarin)
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Certified Japanese tutor (8+ yrs) for Kids, Beginners & Business Japanese Hello! I am a certified Japanese tutor from Yokohama, now living in Switzerland. I offer lessons in standard Japanese for all levels, creating a supportive environment to help students speak confidently from the start. 🌟 My Strengths 👦 For Children As a mother of two boys (8 and 11) and a certified childcare worker, I specialize in engaging young learners with fun activities, puppets, games, and seasonal cultural topics. 🌱 For Beginners Fluent in English, I provide clear grammar explanations and guidance using textbooks like 'Genki' and 'Minna no Nihongo,' focusing on building a strong foundation and speaking confidence. 💼 Business & Professionals With 10+ years of corporate experience and 8 years supporting trainees, nurses, and caregivers, I offer practical business Japanese and workplace culture insights tailored to your needs. ✈️ Travel Japanese Planning a trip? I teach essential phrases for restaurants, shopping, and emergencies—practical 'Survival Japanese' for immediate use. 🎨 Hobbies & Culture I integrate Japanese culture into lessons, covering Ikebana, Nihon Buyo, and table coordination. As a Chinese learner myself, I empathize with your language journey. 🌸 Trial Lesson Let's discuss your goals and create a personalized lesson plan. I look forward to helping you enjoy learning Japanese!

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Megumi  Na.
5.0

4,846 Lessons

Megumi Na
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Community TutorBusinessTest PreparationKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·Other

Awarded Top 1% Japanese Tutor-Interview Prep, JLPT & Conversation- こんにちは、東北出身のMegumiです。 You might already know Japanese phrases for because, since, or so. But have you ever felt that textbook phrasing can sound a bit stiff in real conversations-or even unintentionally rude depending on who you're talking to? In Japanese, the right words change based on the situation and your relationship with the listener. In my lessons, I don't just teach grammar rules. I help you master natural, polite expressions so you can speak with confidence and make a great impression every time. [What We Can Cover Together ] Beginners: Travel-ready phrases and polite, friendly basics (Beginners are more than welcome!) Daily Conversation: Moving past textbook Japanese to sound totally natural Pronunciation: Fixing accent and pronunciation habits so you sound clear, natural, and confident Business & JLPT: A 90%+ JLPT pass rate, plus proven success helping students land jobs in Japan If you feel like your Japanese is grammatically correct but just doesn't sound right yet, I'd love to help. Book a lesson, and let's make your Japanese sound natural together!

USD 19.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Haruna.
5.0

444 Lessons

Haruna
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Community TutorKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+3

Japanese for Beginners & Travelers | Start Speaking from Day One💛 | 1200+ Online Lessons Starting from zero? Planning a trip to Japan? ✈️ Already studying, but speaking still feels hard? Through 1,200+ online lessons with over 90 students, I’ve learned that everyone learns differently. Sometimes you need a clear explanation. Sometimes you need to see it written down. Sometimes you just need more time to practice and try😊 I notice where you get stuck and adjust the lesson to what helps you most. Since I’m fluent in English, I can also explain difficult grammar and nuances clearly when needed! 【About Me🌻】 Konnichiwa! I’m Haruna. I live in Kanagawa with my two cats 🐈🐈 and spent about a year and a half living in Australia. Learning English myself showed me how much patience and encouragement can help, and I try to bring that into my lessons too💛 【Find the Right Lesson for You🌱】 🌸 Beginners Starting from zero is completely welcome. Build a strong foundation and start making your own Japanese sentences from the beginning. ✈️ Travel Japanese Learn the Japanese you’ll actually need for your trip through practical situations and role-play. 🗣️ Conversation Already know some Japanese? Turn what you’ve learned into Japanese you can actually use in real conversations. 🌈 Kids Lessons for children from age 7 through high school, adapted to their age, level, and interests. I’m a certified nursery teacher with experience working with children in Japan and Australia. Open the course that fits your goal to see more details! 😊

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kyoko | UK.
5.0

465 Lessons

Kyoko | UK
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Professional TeacherKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
+2

Friendly professional Japanese teacher based in the UK, teaches in English as well. Born and raised in the Greater Tokyo area, friendly and accommodating to all :) Looking forward to seeing you in a trial lesson!

USD 10.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Misa.
5.0

3,516 Lessons

Misaid verified
Professional TeacherKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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German
+2

Lust auf Japanisch? Herzlich willkommen! Viele meiner Klientinnen und Klienten arbeiten langfristig mit mir zusammen – mehrere bereits seit über 100 gemeinsamen Coaching-Sitzungen.Mein Ziel ist es, Sie auf Ihrem individuellen Weg zu begleiten und Ihnen ein motivierendes Sprachtraining zu bieten, das nachhaltige Erfolge ermöglicht. Ihr persönlicher Fortschritt steht für mich an erster Stelle. Deshalb wird jede Sitzung individuell auf Ihre persönlichen Ziele, Bedürfnisse und Ihr Lerntempo abgestimmt. Warum mit mir ? 🇩🇪 Projekterfahrung an der Volkshochschule (VHS) 📚 JLPT (N3–N1) & Auslandsstudium in Japan AJLC-zertifizierte für Kinder ab 4 Jahren So starten wir: In einer ersten Beratungssitzung analysieren wir Ihre Ziele. Danach erhalten Sie einen persönlichen Strategieplan, damit Sie gezielt und effektiv Ihre Japanisch-Kompetenz aufbauen. Terminverschiebungen sind grundsätzlich möglich, wenn Sie sich vorab mit mir in Verbindung setzen.Ich bitte jedoch um Ihr Verständnis, dass in den folgenden Fällen leider kein Ersatztermin angeboten werden kann: ・Absagen oder Mitteilungen weniger als 24 Stunden vor dem vereinbarten Termin (ausgenommen plötzliche Erkrankungen) ・Nichterscheinen ohne vorherige Mitteilung Vielen Dank für Ihr Verständnis. So kann ich die Beratung für alle zuverlässig und fair organisieren.

USD 22.00/trial
Learn Japanese with the teacher Kanako.
5.0

1,519 Lessons

Kanakoid verified
Professional TeacherKids
Speaks :Japanese
Native
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English
·French

Certified Japanese teacher with teaching experience in Japan and France I have teaching experience since 2013 in France and Japan to children, students, and adults from different countries. I am happy to try different styles of lessons according to students with my capability so that they can achieve their targets, so please let me know well how you would like to learn Japanese with me. I am able to help you learning Japanese in English and French.

USD 11.00/trial

What our Japanese students say

5 out of 5 • Based on 2,342,106 customer reviews

  • Ayuub

    Learning Japanese

    Takeo is an exceptional teacher who genuinely invests in your growth and progress. Thanks to his supportive guidance and practical conversation practice, I feel entirely confident heading into my upcoming trip and no longer hesitant to speak in person. Every lesson is structured, encouraging, and tailored to real-world scenarios. Highly recommended!

  • Stephanie

    Learning Japanese

    Maki-sensei is a very detailed and patient teacher who keeps class engaging by combining structured grammar and vocabulary lessons with everyday discussion topics and things I enjoy. I have learned a lot of new vocabulary from everyday topics like cooking to more difficult conversations such as world events and even slang. I've mentioned that I like writing and music, so she was very kind to incorporate creative exercises and I've even been able to analyze and interpret one of my favorite Japanese songs one lesson. Maki-sensei also provides notes and tips on mistakes I make while speaking, and I have been able to create flashcards to study and refer back because of this. These days, I can walk away from my computer while watching something in Japanese, and understand most of what is being said without subtitles, which is a big improvement from when I first started. Maki-sensei keeps class engaging so I can easily retain a lot of information. Thank you for all of your help and guidance!

  • Jimmy

    Learning Japanese

    I recently took Ako-Sensei's new "Drills, Drills, Drills" class and I highly recommend it for anyone who needs to iron out any of their weak points. Before the lesson, I gave Sensei a list of the topics I have been struggling with and she made a custom lesson for me to brush up on them and make the points stick. You'll be talking a lot if you take this class, so make sure to take plenty of water! Thank You for the lesson Ako-Sensei!

  • Romy

    Learning Japanese

    I took lessons with Sakura Yoko sensei to prepare for my trip to Japan. She listened very well to my needs, and adjusted accordingly. She also was very good at teaching and speaking Japanese at exactly the level that I needed. I really loved that she would actively correct me where I made a mistake and teach me how to say it in natural Japanese. For every lesson we agreed together on the topic beforehand, and she would always come prepared with a conversation and a scenario, from a dialogue to videos to use as a visual aid. Something else that was very helpful was that she would make notes during the lesson of words, phrases and grammar points and send those to me afterwards to study. I had a great time studying with her, and I feel much better prepared for me trip. I´m very thankful for the lessons and believe she went above and beyond so I could get the most out of it!

  • Anson N

    Anson N

    Learning Japanese

    Aika-sensei is an excellent teacher who is kind, encouraging, and patient. During our conversations, she asks questions that are at the right level to push me to improve and attempt to more challenging sentences, while keeping the conversation comfortable and enjoyable. My Japanese speaking ability has drastically improved since taking lessons with Aika-sensei. I would highly recommend her lessons!

  • Isaiah Gardner

    Isaiah Gardner

    Learning Japanese

    Highly recommend if you are an intermediate Japanese learner looking to speak more Japanese. We casually talk during the lesson and Hide creates your study materials based on what you talk about during the lesson. You end up learning a lot about what you would normally talk about in conversations in your native language and it feels personalized.

  • Lei “Stone” Zhang

    Learning Japanese

    Tomoko sensei is a very patient teacher. She always tries to understand what I mean first, and only then gives the right correction, so I never feel cut off mid-sentence. In our lessons she guided me through a full presentation in Japanese, and kept asking follow-up questions so the conversation never stalled. Highly recommended for anyone who needs Japanese for work.

  • Wade Bannister

    Wade Bannister

    Learning Japanese

    I highly recommend Hina Sensei for anyone who is looking to seriously improve their language skills, whether through the JLPT or otherwise. Thanks to Hina Sensei’s well structured lessons and thoughtful feedback, I’ve been able to make more progress than I thought possible. As a person who best learns by doing, I can read textbook explanations and examples all day and not truly understand. But Hina Sensei’s lessons always make me directly engage with the material right away and I learn so much faster this way. Hina Sensei also has tons of in-depth knowledge of the JLPT and learning and putting her strategies into action is really helping me improve. I know this test is a big challenge for me but with Hina Sensei’s guidance I think I’ve got a chance 😊

  • Annie

    Annie

    Learning Japanese

    We went through more reading strategies today. It was really hopeful to know how to read faster for different types of questions. Chieko’s lesson is always very structured where we go through the theory before diving into the practical and wrapping up with a summary. She’s also very encouraging despite me not being 100% sure and guessing answers which makes me feel at ease. When there is a word I don’t know she also encourages me think what it means as there are probably plenty of words in the JLPT that I won’t know.

  • Baim

    Learning Japanese

    YUU先生と一緒に16回レッスンを完成しました!🎉 先生のおかげで1ヶ月前に比べて、レベルアップしました🆙 推し活について話しながら日本語を勉強したいなら、ゆう先生と予約してみてください!📆 例えば、ラブライブのμ'sのメンバーに紹介した時、YUU先生に受身表現を教えられました。毎回新しい語彙や文型を学べるので、とても嬉しいです!😊

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Frequently Asked Question

What age group do italki Japanese tutors teach?

italki Japanese tutors teach a wide range of age groups, from young children (typically starting around age 3) to teenagers and adults. They tailor their lessons to meet the specific needs, interests, and learning styles of each age group. For younger learners, tutors often use interactive methods, such as games and songs, to make the lessons engaging and enjoyable. For older students, they may focus on more structured lessons that include grammar, vocabulary, and conversation practice. This flexibility allows italki tutors to effectively support learners at any stage of their Japanese language journey.

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Most italki Japanese tutors provide their own teaching materials, including worksheets, exercises, and digital resources, which are tailored to the specific needs of their students. However, some tutors may recommend additional supplementary materials or resources to enhance the learning experience, especially if there are specific goals or areas of focus. It’s a good idea to discuss any required or suggested materials with your tutor before starting lessons to ensure you have everything needed for effective learning. Overall, you typically won’t need to purchase specific materials upfront, as your tutor will guide you on what is necessary.

How often should my child attend lessons?

The frequency of lessons for your child can vary based on their individual learning goals, schedule, and preferences. Generally, it’s recommended that children attend lessons at least once a week to maintain consistent progress and retention of what they learn. However, some students may benefit from more frequent sessions, such as two to three times a week, especially if they are preparing for a specific event or exam.

Ultimately, the best approach is to discuss your child’s needs with their tutor. Together, you can create a schedule that balances regular practice with their other commitments, ensuring they remain engaged and motivated while learning Japanese. Regular communication with the tutor will also help assess progress and adjust the frequency of lessons as needed.

How do I know if my child is making progress?

To determine if your child is making progress in their Japanese lessons, consider the following methods:

1. Regular Feedback from the Tutor: Most tutors provide ongoing feedback about your child’s performance. They can share insights on improvements, areas that need more attention, and specific skills that have developed over time.

2. Assessment Tests: Some tutors may conduct periodic assessments or quizzes to gauge your child’s understanding of the material. These can help track progress in areas like vocabulary, grammar, and speaking skills.

3. Progress Reports: Many tutors offer progress reports that summarize what your child has learned, highlighting strengths and identifying areas for further development. This can provide a clear picture of their advancement.

4. Skill Demonstration: Encourage your child to demonstrate what they have learned. This could include simple conversations, reading aloud, or writing short paragraphs in Japanese. Their ability to communicate effectively can indicate progress.

5. Increased Confidence and Engagement: Notice any changes in your child’s attitude toward learning Japanese. Increased enthusiasm, willingness to participate in lessons, and a desire to practice outside of class are good signs of progress.

6. Retention of Knowledge: Ask your child to recall previous lessons or vocabulary. If they can remember and use what they’ve learned, it suggests they are making meaningful progress.

By maintaining open communication with both your child and their tutor, you can stay informed about their learning journey and celebrate their achievements along the way.

Can lessons be conducted in English?

Yes, many italki tutors are fluent in English and can conduct lessons in English, especially for younger learners or beginners who may need additional support. This bilingual approach can help explain complex concepts, vocabulary, and grammar rules in a way that is easier for your child to understand.

Using English as a support language can make the learning process smoother and more comfortable, allowing students to gradually transition into using more Japanese as they become more confident. However, the primary focus will still be on learning Japanese, ensuring that your child develops their language skills effectively. It’s a good idea to discuss language preferences with your tutor before starting lessons to ensure they can accommodate your child’s needs.

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