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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 (409)
50/hour
1,076 hours tutoring
Response time: 8 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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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 (4904)
40/hour
12,000 hours tutoring
Response time: 40 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Lee D.
50/hour

Lee - Patient, adaptable and thorough - learn Japanese with me!

Approximately 10 years of teaching experience overall: I spent 6 years in Japan where I taught Japanese kids English, but have spent the last few years teaching Japanese online to various types of students of various abilities and...

5.0 (22)
50/hour
63 hours tutoring

Approximately 10 years of teaching experience overall: I spent 6 years in Japan where I taught Japanese kids English, but have spent the last few years teaching Japanese online to various types of students of various abilities and...

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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 (2605)
150/hour
4,739 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

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.

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Tetsuo M.
85/hour

Your Path to Proficiency: From JLPT/IB Success to Real-World Fluency

Currently working as the head Japanese teacher at Brooklyn Nihongo Gakuen in NY

5.0 (117)
85/hour
314 hours tutoring

Currently working as the head Japanese teacher at Brooklyn Nihongo Gakuen in NY

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Yukari E.
72/hour

Fun and Experienced Japanese Tutor with PhD for All levels

I have over 10 years' experience teaching Japanese at all levels (JLPT N5–N1), including travel Japanese. My lesson is really practical using many images and phisical exersices as I have PhD of Art. Of course we can talk...

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5.0 (1146)
72/hour
3,148 hours tutoring
Response time: 2 minutesNote that average response time is based on Yukari’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 11:00 am UTC.

I have over 10 years' experience teaching Japanese at all levels (JLPT N5–N1), including travel Japanese. My lesson is really practical using many images and phisical exersices as I have PhD of Art. Of course we can talk...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Clara C.
40/hour

Organized and Results-driven Japanese Teacher with 10+ yrs experience

Konnichiwa! Chicago-based Japanese high school teacher who has taught and tutored hundreds of high school, university, and adult students of all ages. Former translator in Tokyo and passed JLPT N1 twice. Proficient in all Japanese...

5.0 (54)
40/hour
88 hours tutoring

Konnichiwa! Chicago-based Japanese high school teacher who has taught and tutored hundreds of high school, university, and adult students of all ages. Former translator in Tokyo and passed JLPT N1 twice. Proficient in all Japanese...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Adam W.
220/hour

Japanese Language & Fluency Coach | PhD in Japanese History

I have been engaged in academic Japanese language research and education for over a decade, holding a PhD in Japanese history. Because I began my own Japanese language journey just a year before entering graduate school, I had...

5.0 (3887)
220/hour
11,434 hours tutoring

I have been engaged in academic Japanese language research and education for over a decade, holding a PhD in Japanese history. Because I began my own Japanese language journey just a year before entering graduate school, I had...

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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 (3800)
60/hour
9,457 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...

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Sayaka M.
50/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 (1666)
50/hour
8,024 hours tutoring

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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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 (829)
45/hour
2,588 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response time is based on Lydia’s active hours, which are 10:00 pm - 10:00 am UTC.

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

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Seiko D.
78/hour

Expert Japanese Tutor with Credentials, Specializing in JLPT Prep.

I am a native speaker, born and raised in Japan. I had Japanese education through to college. I graduated college in Japan and earned a teaching certificate. I have also a BS degree in the U.S.

5.0 (191)
78/hour
581 hours tutoring

I am a native speaker, born and raised in Japan. I had Japanese education through to college. I graduated college in Japan and earned a teaching certificate. I have also a BS degree in the U.S.

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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 (3524)
80/hour
6,841 hours tutoring

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...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Yasuko M.
40/hour

Native Japanese Tutor - Let's master Japanese together!

I am native Japanese speaker with total of 4 years of experience in teaching beginner, intermediate, and advanced level Japanese learners of various ages (grade schools, college, and graduate school students, and adults). I also...

5.0 (580)
40/hour
1,710 hours tutoring

I am native Japanese speaker with total of 4 years of experience in teaching beginner, intermediate, and advanced level Japanese learners of various ages (grade schools, college, and graduate school students, and adults). I also...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Kana E.
39/hour

Experienced native Japanese language instructor

I have a certification of ACTFL writing and speaking certificates. 

5.0 (2008)
39/hour
5,822 hours tutoring

I have a certification of ACTFL writing and speaking certificates. 

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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 (386)
60/hour
610 hours tutoring
Response time: 38 minutesNote that average response time is based on Haruma’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 3:00 am UTC.

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.

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Seukyung K.
55/hour

Efficient and Patient Tutor- Korean, Japanese, and Business

As a native speaker of Japanese and Korean, I'm highly qualified to teach two languages. I have taught Japanese to many students in various levels about five years. I have obtained my educational background from a top rank...

5.0 (1880)
55/hour
3,365 hours tutoring
Response time: 21 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

As a native speaker of Japanese and Korean, I'm highly qualified to teach two languages. I have taught Japanese to many students in various levels about five years. I have obtained my educational background from a top rank...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Stephanie A.
35/hour

Elementary Reading and Math Teacher

I am qualified to tutor Japanese because this was my undergraduate major. I also studied in Japan for one year as a university student in one of Japan's most prestigious universities. In addition, I lived in Japan an additional year as...

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5.0 (807)
35/hour
2,000 hours tutoring

I am qualified to tutor Japanese because this was my undergraduate major. I also studied in Japan for one year as a university student in one of Japan's most prestigious universities. In addition, I lived in Japan an additional year as...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Lily C.
60/hour

JP-EN Language & Art Tutor, Translator

I have taken and passed level N1 (the highest level available) of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.

5.0 (289)
60/hour
1,186 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I have taken and passed level N1 (the highest level available) of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test.

Near Grand Rapids, MI 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
469 hours tutoring
Response time: 24 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.

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Yuko F.
55/hour

420-hour Advanced Japanese Teacher Training Course (online)

I have been tutoring college students and high school students for three years. I focused on their preference and goals when I create their lesson plans. I'm good at talking in Japanese according to the learners' level.

5.0 (253)
55/hour
586 hours tutoring

I have been tutoring college students and high school students for three years. I focused on their preference and goals when I create their lesson plans. I'm good at talking in Japanese according to the learners' level.

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Chase K.
55/hour

Japanese teacher with experience living and working all over Japan

I have been studying Japanese for almost 10 years now and have my bachelor's degree in Japanese. I also have the highest certification available by the Japanese Language Placement Test. I have lived in many different...

5.0 (225)
55/hour
708 hours tutoring

I have been studying Japanese for almost 10 years now and have my bachelor's degree in Japanese. I also have the highest certification available by the Japanese Language Placement Test. I have lived in many different...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Gina I.
65/hour

Well Rounded Tutor Specializing in the Earth Sciences and Writing

I have taken three years of Japanese language courses at the college level and one Japanese literature class that was conducted in Japanese. I can explain topics such as customs, manners, foods and travel in Japan from...

5.0 (677)
65/hour
1,754 hours tutoring
Response time: 55 minutesNote that average response time is based on Gina’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

I have taken three years of Japanese language courses at the college level and one Japanese literature class that was conducted in Japanese. I can explain topics such as customs, manners, foods and travel in Japan from...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Tokie B.
59/hour

Japanese Language and Culture Sensei with patience and 40 years experi

I have been teaching through Wyzant for 4 years now. I have many great reviews from students. I teach a wide range of students, from beginning/travel Japanese to advanced business Japanese. My teaching style is to have fun...

5.0 (541)
59/hour
3,461 hours tutoring

I have been teaching through Wyzant for 4 years now. I have many great reviews from students. I teach a wide range of students, from beginning/travel Japanese to advanced business Japanese. My teaching style is to have fun...

Near Grand Rapids, MI Tutoring
Harumi B.
48/hour

Native Japanese tutor with more than 10 years of tutoring experience

I am a native Japanese tutor. I have over 10 years of tutoring experience. When I tutor, I am not limited to just using text books. I use flash cards, fun games, songs and so on. I can also teach cultural aspects of Japan. For example,...

5.0 (1814)
48/hour
5,191 hours tutoring

I am a native Japanese tutor. I have over 10 years of tutoring experience. When I tutor, I am not limited to just using text books. I use flash cards, fun games, songs and so on. I can also teach cultural aspects of Japan. For example,...

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My son has had three sessions with David which have been invaluable. David relates very well with my son and my son feels like the tutoring sessions have been extremely worthwhile. David is very polite and always on time. I highly recommend David as a tutor.
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