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Shinsuke H. New York, NY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Shinsuke H.
60/hour

Experienced Japanese Tutor

Hello, My name is Shinsuke and I am a native Japanese. I have been in this country for 12 years and graduated from the University of Arizona. After my graduation I was fortunate to secure a position as a teacher at a private language...

5.0 (3844)
60/hour
9,572 hours tutoring

Hello, My name is Shinsuke and I am a native Japanese. I have been in this country for 12 years and graduated from the University of Arizona. After my graduation I was fortunate to secure a position as a teacher at a private language...

Kazumasa U. San Diego, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kazumasa U.
40/hour

Start Learning Japanese Today! All Levels Welcome!!!

I am a Japanese national and have been living in the United States since 2001. I currently live in San Diego, California. I graduated college in Japan and my major was education. My courses focused on international culture and the classes...

5.0 (4958)
40/hour
12,249 hours tutoring

I am a Japanese national and have been living in the United States since 2001. I currently live in San Diego, California. I graduated college in Japan and my major was education. My courses focused on international culture and the classes...

Kaoru S. Casper, WY, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kaoru S.
90/hour

Explore Japanese with a Native Instructor: 25 Years of Experience

In addition, I published a book, "Colloquial Kansai Japanese" in English for people who are trying to communicate with local people although I teach in standard Japanese, which has been selling for the last three decades....

5.0 (18)
90/hour
214 hours tutoring

In addition, I published a book, "Colloquial Kansai Japanese" in English for people who are trying to communicate with local people although I teach in standard Japanese, which has been selling for the last three decades....

Rachel F. Kissimmee, FL, available for online tutoring
Rachel F.
40/hour

FUN, ENCOURAGING JAPANESE & ENGLISH EXPERT

TEFL certified Japanese Instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience while living abroad in Japan.

5.0 (186)
40/hour
322 hours tutoring

TEFL certified Japanese Instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience while living abroad in Japan.

Yukari E. Lewisville, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Yukari E.
65/hour

Fun and Experienced Japanese Tutor with PhD for All levels

I have over 10 years of experience teaching Japanese to learners of all levels, from complete beginners (JLPT N5) to advanced students (JLPT N1). I also offer practical Japanese lessons for travelers. With a PhD in Art, I take a...

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5.0 (1160)
65/hour
3,207 hours tutoring
Response time: 1 minuteNote that average response time is based on Yukari’s active hours, which are 11:00 am - 11:00 am UTC.

I have over 10 years of experience teaching Japanese to learners of all levels, from complete beginners (JLPT N5) to advanced students (JLPT N1). I also offer practical Japanese lessons for travelers. With a PhD in Art, I take a...

Kana E. Pittsburgh, PA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kana E.
39/hour

Experienced native Japanese language instructor

I have a certification of ACTFL writing and speaking certificates. 

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5.0 (2038)
39/hour
5,936 hours tutoring
Response time: 37 minutesNote that average response time is based on Kana’s active hours, which are 2:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

I have a certification of ACTFL writing and speaking certificates. 

Jonathan L. San Bruno, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Jonathan L.
125/hour

PhD in modern Japanese history with 4+ Experience in Japan

I completed a Ph.D. in Japanese history (and modern European history). During the course of my study, I completed four, fellowship-funded research trips to Japan to work in various libraries and archives. Prior to this, I spent three years...

5.0 (25)
125/hour
130 hours tutoring

I completed a Ph.D. in Japanese history (and modern European history). During the course of my study, I completed four, fellowship-funded research trips to Japan to work in various libraries and archives. Prior to this, I spent three years...

Yumi M. Florham Park, NJ, available for online & in-person tutoring
Yumi M.
50/hour

Fun Native Japanese Professor, Beginner - Advanced, Bilingual+Licensed

Please read my resume from Linked in or Indeed. I might have omit some of the work experience in Japan and U.S. in order to fit the page. But I have plenty of work experience and teaching - a good fit.

5.0 (72)
50/hour
526 hours tutoring
Response time: 32 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Please read my resume from Linked in or Indeed. I might have omit some of the work experience in Japan and U.S. in order to fit the page. But I have plenty of work experience and teaching - a good fit.

Aki M. Arlington, MA, available for online tutoring
Aki M.
80/hour

I love working with diverse students including LGBTQ learners!

I am a native Japanese speaker. I have taught beginning and intermediate Japanese to young adults and adults at the Japan Society of Boston from October 2017 to May 2018, and have Japanese course planning experience from...

5.0 (3572)
80/hour
6,901 hours tutoring
Response time: 49 minutesNote that average response time is based on Aki’s active hours, which are 8:00 pm - 2:00 pm UTC.

I am a native Japanese speaker. I have taught beginning and intermediate Japanese to young adults and adults at the Japan Society of Boston from October 2017 to May 2018, and have Japanese course planning experience from...

Allen E. Paradise Valley, AZ, available for online & in-person tutoring
Allen E.
240/hour

Patient and Passionate Japanese Tutor

After completing my bachelor's degree in Chinese (Mandarin), I became interested in studying Japanese as well. Since then, I have studied Japanese through college coursework and independently for many years with the goal of...

4.9 (587)
240/hour
2,833 hours tutoring

After completing my bachelor's degree in Chinese (Mandarin), I became interested in studying Japanese as well. Since then, I have studied Japanese through college coursework and independently for many years with the goal of...

Sayaka M. Santee, CA, available for online tutoring
Sayaka M.
52/hour

Master in Education w/12+ years of Japanese Tutoring (Native)

Teach All Ages, Groups, Learning Levels of Japanese. Proficient in all Levels of AP, JLPT Tutoring. Teach you not only Language, but also Culture, Custom, Trends and about People in depth! Patient and Great Motivator! Top 10% Tutor in...

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5.0 (1693)
52/hour
8,142 hours tutoring
Response time: 47 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

Teach All Ages, Groups, Learning Levels of Japanese. Proficient in all Levels of AP, JLPT Tutoring. Teach you not only Language, but also Culture, Custom, Trends and about People in depth! Patient and Great Motivator! Top 10% Tutor in...

Kate L. Ogden, UT, available for online tutoring
Kate L.
35/hour

Japanese Tutor for Beginner to Intermediate Adults

With 5 years of Japanese tutoring experience and 4 years of living and working in Japan, I help learners at the beginner and intermediate level improve their comprehension, listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills in...

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5.0 (157)
35/hour
268 hours tutoring

With 5 years of Japanese tutoring experience and 4 years of living and working in Japan, I help learners at the beginner and intermediate level improve their comprehension, listening, reading, writing, and speaking skills in...

John R. Seattle, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
John R.
150/hour

Experienced Language Teacher

I have a Degree in both Japanese Language and History. I have over six years of experience in teaching the language. I have experience living and working in Japan.

5.0 (2636)
150/hour
4,787 hours tutoring

I have a Degree in both Japanese Language and History. I have over six years of experience in teaching the language. I have experience living and working in Japan.

Cathryn S. Sandy, UT, available for online & in-person tutoring
Cathryn S.
45/hour

Student at Top Japanese University with 5+ Years of Experience

I will graduate from the University of Utah with honors in December with a minor in Japanese Language. I also recently completed a year abroad at Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan's top private college. I specialize in teaching...

4.9 (19)
45/hour
39 hours tutoring
Response time: 52 minutesNote that average response time is based on Cathryn’s active hours, which are 9:00 pm - 9:00 am UTC.

I will graduate from the University of Utah with honors in December with a minor in Japanese Language. I also recently completed a year abroad at Waseda University in Tokyo, Japan's top private college. I specialize in teaching...

Mika M. Buckeye, AZ, available for online & in-person tutoring
Mika M.
60/hour

Experienced & Patient Japanese Tutor | AP Japanese, JLPT | 18+ Years

I graduated from school and I have a certificate as a Japanese teacher. I have some Japanese text books for student and manuals how to teach Japanese language. I am ready to teach!! I love teaching Japanese to foreign...

5.0 (1128)
60/hour
4,154 hours tutoring

I graduated from school and I have a certificate as a Japanese teacher. I have some Japanese text books for student and manuals how to teach Japanese language. I am ready to teach!! I love teaching Japanese to foreign...

Rianna A. Pensacola, FL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Rianna A.
40/hour

JLPT N2 Certified Japanese Tutor | Beginner–Intermediate Focus

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Japanese (summa cum laude) and have passed the JLPT N2, with continued study toward N1. I studied abroad in Tokyo, where I strengthened my practical communication skills and cultural...

5.0 (1)
40/hour
4 hours tutoring

I hold a Bachelor’s degree in Political Science and Japanese (summa cum laude) and have passed the JLPT N2, with continued study toward N1. I studied abroad in Tokyo, where I strengthened my practical communication skills and cultural...

Haruma K. Elk Grove Village, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Haruma K.
60/hour

Native Japanese and English Bilingual

I am a native Japanese bilingual speaker that has tutored Japanese from complete beginners, college students, to advanced learners. I received a 5 on the AP Japanese test.

5.0 (397)
60/hour
635 hours tutoring

I am a native Japanese bilingual speaker that has tutored Japanese from complete beginners, college students, to advanced learners. I received a 5 on the AP Japanese test.

Hiro M. Los Angeles, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Hiro M.
50/hour

Experienced Japanese and ESL teacher

I am officially retired now, but I still teach a group of Japanese American adult students once a week on Wednesday for one hour and another group on Monday in Little Tokyo in LA. I also used to teach academic Japanese to adults at Long...

5.0 (450)
50/hour
2,142 hours tutoring

I am officially retired now, but I still teach a group of Japanese American adult students once a week on Wednesday for one hour and another group on Monday in Little Tokyo in LA. I also used to teach academic Japanese to adults at Long...

Kenneth I. Burbank, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Kenneth I.
40/hour

Patient and Knowledgable Japanese tutor with 10+ years experience

I also want to make learning very fun and want the students to enjoy the lesson. I am fully fluent in writing, reading and conversational Japanese. I have a degree in Japanese from UCLA. I encourage anybody who is willing to...

5.0 (53)
40/hour
140 hours tutoring

I also want to make learning very fun and want the students to enjoy the lesson. I am fully fluent in writing, reading and conversational Japanese. I have a degree in Japanese from UCLA. I encourage anybody who is willing to...

Sawako F. Oak Harbor, WA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sawako F.
70/hour

A Native Japanese Tutor with Professional Teaching Experience

I memorized all my books before learning to read, and I taught myself Japanese sign language when I was 11. When I started taking English classes at middle school, I realized that learning foreign languages allows me to communicate with...

5.0 (330)
70/hour
1,430 hours tutoring

I memorized all my books before learning to read, and I taught myself Japanese sign language when I was 11. When I started taking English classes at middle school, I realized that learning foreign languages allows me to communicate with...

Samantha R. San Francisco, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Samantha R.
100/hour

Independent Languages Scholar with 3+ Years of Japanese Experience

I studied Japanese for over three years at Ohio State University's renowned East Asian Languages Department, have visited Japan several times, and my pronunciation regularly gets compliments from native speakers. I also have a robust...

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5.0 (271)
100/hour
463 hours tutoring

I studied Japanese for over three years at Ohio State University's renowned East Asian Languages Department, have visited Japan several times, and my pronunciation regularly gets compliments from native speakers. I also have a robust...

Lydia T. Arlington, TX, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lydia T.
45/hour

9+ Years Language Teaching Experience, Kids and Adults

JLPT N2 Certification, 2 years of Japanese language school in Japan, 4 years abroad in Japan

5.0 (844)
45/hour
2,611 hours tutoring

JLPT N2 Certification, 2 years of Japanese language school in Japan, 4 years abroad in Japan

Karin A. Mount Airy, GA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Karin A.
49/hour

A Fun, Patient and Certified Native Japanese Tutor for All Levels!

I hold Bachelor of Science in Educational Theater major from New York University, and Associate degrees in Home Economics from Obirin Junior College in Tokyo, Japan.

5.0 (55)
49/hour
300 hours tutoring

I hold Bachelor of Science in Educational Theater major from New York University, and Associate degrees in Home Economics from Obirin Junior College in Tokyo, Japan.

MASAHIDE F. Fountain Valley, CA, available for online & in-person tutoring
MASAHIDE F.
50/hour

Native Japanese tutor|Genki1&2|JLPT|Clear, Structured&Practical Lesson

I am a native Japanese tutor with over 1,000 hours of tutoring experience. I specialize in Genki 1 and 2, JLPT exam preparation (N5 &N4), and clear, structured lessons for beginners and self-learners. My lessons focus on practical...

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5.0 (433)
50/hour
1,145 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutesNote that average response time is based on MASAHIDE’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 5:00 am UTC.

I am a native Japanese tutor with over 1,000 hours of tutoring experience. I specialize in Genki 1 and 2, JLPT exam preparation (N5 &N4), and clear, structured lessons for beginners and self-learners. My lessons focus on practical...

Katherine B. Newton, MA, available for online & in-person tutoring
Katherine B.
45/hour

Bilingual Cartoonist & Educator (focus: Japanese manga/English comics)

I obtained my MFA in Visual Narrative at Boston University, (which is just a fancy way of saying comics!) I spent 12 years in Japan from 2012 to 2024, where I first began drawing Japanese manga. I now work in both Japanese manga and...

5.0 (25)
45/hour
85 hours tutoring

I obtained my MFA in Visual Narrative at Boston University, (which is just a fancy way of saying comics!) I spent 12 years in Japan from 2012 to 2024, where I first began drawing Japanese manga. I now work in both Japanese manga and...

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On Wyzant, learners can connect with expert tutors to study Japanese through personalized, one-on-one lessons. Whether you're new to the language or looking to improve your speaking, listening, reading, or writing skills, Wyzant offers flexible tutoring options designed to fit your schedule and learning goals. From pronunciation and vocabulary to grammar and cultural context, you can explore Wyzant’s wide range of Japanese instructors who tailor lessons to your level and interests.

Japanese is a language with a rich history, unique writing systems, and multiple levels of politeness that can take time to master. It uses three main scripts-hiragana, katakana, and kanji-and combines grammar rules, vocabulary, and pronunciation to create a language that is both beautiful and complex. Studying Japanese unlocks access to Japan’s vibrant culture, literature, and connections in global business.

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