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The Best Japanese Tutors in Illinois

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

Elk Grove Village, IL

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 (381)
$60/hour
584 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 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.

Chris M. Arlington Heights, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Chris M.
$55/hour

Arlington Heights, IL

Licensed Japanese Class Homeroom Teacher in Dual Language Program

I hold a bachelor's degree in Japanese Language & Literature from the University of Minnesota. I've taught everything from basic hiragana and katakana, to high school level kanji and grammar. To obtain my teaching license in...

5.0 (14)
$55/hour
18 hours tutoring

I hold a bachelor's degree in Japanese Language & Literature from the University of Minnesota. I've taught everything from basic hiragana and katakana, to high school level kanji and grammar. To obtain my teaching license in...

Aivie I. Evansville, IN, available for online & in-person tutoring
Aivie I.
$39/hour

Evansville, IN

Communicative Japanese Tutoring with cultural awareness

Let's start enjoy learning Japanese language and culture:D My lessons encourages learners to improve thier speaking and writing skills in order to have interactive communications. - All levels (including business level) - Test...

5.0 (450)
$39/hour
595 hours tutoring

Let's start enjoy learning Japanese language and culture:D My lessons encourages learners to improve thier speaking and writing skills in order to have interactive communications. - All levels (including business level) - Test...

Ayako D. Barrington, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Ayako D.
$55/hour

Barrington, IL

NTA certified Tutor and a wide range of experience

I can offer Japanese language help locally. Also, I can take an online lessons with a flexible time.

4.8 (105)
$55/hour
509 hours tutoring
Response time: 9 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I can offer Japanese language help locally. Also, I can take an online lessons with a flexible time.

Cynthia C. Glen Ellyn, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Cynthia C.
$60/hour

Glen Ellyn, IL

Experienced ESL, French, and Japanese instructor

I have a bachelor's degree in French and hold JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) level 3 certification. If you would like to improve your English (especially English pronunciation), French, or Japanese, please contact...

5.0 (9)
$60/hour
21 hours tutoring

I have a bachelor's degree in French and hold JLPT (Japanese Language Proficiency Test) level 3 certification. If you would like to improve your English (especially English pronunciation), French, or Japanese, please contact...

Clara C. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Clara C.
$40/hour

Chicago, IL

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...

Lika C. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Lika C.
$40/hour

Chicago, IL

Japanese Speaker with Experience Living in Japan and IB Japanese

I learned Japanese as a second language at the age of 15 when I moved to Japan, eventually earning a 7 in the IB Japanese B course. With experience both in the Japanese school system and workplace, I know the culture of Japan...

5.0 (96)
$40/hour
131 hours tutoring
Response time: 44 minutesNote that average response times may vary depending on a variety of factors, including time of day.

I learned Japanese as a second language at the age of 15 when I moved to Japan, eventually earning a 7 in the IB Japanese B course. With experience both in the Japanese school system and workplace, I know the culture of Japan...

Sarah L. Chicago, IL, available for online & in-person tutoring
Sarah L.
$40/hour

Chicago, IL

Japanese language tutor with a strong focus on grammar and usage

... a foreign exchange student at Tsuda Women's College in Tokyo, where I took not only Japanese language classes but also linguistics classes intended for Japanese students. I am now a professional Japanese-to-English translator with broad experience...

5.0 (93)
$40/hour
556 hours tutoring

... a foreign exchange student at Tsuda Women's College in Tokyo, where I took not only Japanese language classes but also linguistics classes intended for Japanese students. I am now a professional Japanese-to-English translator with broad experience...

Here are even more great Japanese tutors who offer online lessons.

Here are even more great Japanese tutors who offer online lessons.

Brooklyn, NY 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 (115)
$85/hour
307 hours tutoring

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

Portland, OR Tutoring
AKIRA S.
$45/hour

Native Japanese Tutor for Conversation, Travel, and Beginners

My professional background is in engineering, but I have many years of experience helping students learn Japanese. I specialize in helping students speak natural Japanese with confidence. Many of my students are beginners who want...

5.0 (421)
$45/hour
1,823 hours tutoring

My professional background is in engineering, but I have many years of experience helping students learn Japanese. I specialize in helping students speak natural Japanese with confidence. Many of my students are beginners who want...

Rancho Cordova, CA Tutoring
Alex Toshiaki M.
$55/hour

Native Japanese speaker with over 20 years of experince in teaching!

I'm a seasoned Japanese tutor and I have a strong passion in what I do. I can teach any level of Japanese regardless of your age. I can tailor the lesson for your needs.

5.0 (945)
$55/hour
3,350 hours tutoring
Response time: 10 minutesNote that average response time is based on Alex Toshiaki’s active hours, which are 5:00 pm - 1:00 am UTC.

I'm a seasoned Japanese tutor and I have a strong passion in what I do. I can teach any level of Japanese regardless of your age. I can tailor the lesson for your needs.

Seattle, WA 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 (2541)
$150/hour
4,627 hours tutoring
Response time: 12 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.

Fountain Valley, CA Tutoring
MASAHIDE F.
$50/hour

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

I am a native Japanese tutor with over 800 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...

5.0 (375)
$50/hour
984 hours tutoring
Response time: 25 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 800 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...

Reading, PA Tutoring
Lily C.
$65/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)
$65/hour
1,164 hours tutoring

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

Santee, CA Tutoring
Sayaka M.
$49/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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Tomorrow
5.0 (1625)
$49/hour
7,851 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...

San Diego, CA 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 (4800)
$40/hour
11,641 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...

Pittsburgh, PA Tutoring
Kana E.
$35/hour

Experienced native Japanese language instructor

I have a certification of ACTFL writing and speaking certificates. 

5.0 (1948)
$35/hour
5,663 hours tutoring

I have a certification of ACTFL writing and speaking certificates. 

Newberg, OR Tutoring
Adam W.
$180/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 (3839)
$180/hour
11,282 hours tutoring
Response time: 6 minutesNote that average response time is based on Adam’s active hours, which are 11:00 am - 9:00 pm UTC.

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...

Arlington, MA 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 (3441)
$80/hour
6,732 hours tutoring
Response time: 26 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...

Irvington, NY 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 (1852)
$55/hour
3,272 hours tutoring
Response time: 49 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...

Plymouth, MI Tutoring
Hiroko Y.
$43/hour

Experienced Japanese Instructor from beginner to advanced

The experience of teaching Japanese at a university and private learning school in the US made me dedicated to teaching Japanese. It's my pleasure to assist students to reach their goals. I have been teaching Japanese as a...

5.0 (278)
$43/hour
1,136 hours tutoring
Response time: 50 minutesNote that average response time is based on Hiroko’s active hours, which are 9:00 am - 3:00 am UTC.

The experience of teaching Japanese at a university and private learning school in the US made me dedicated to teaching Japanese. It's my pleasure to assist students to reach their goals. I have been teaching Japanese as a...

Arlington, TX Tutoring
Lydia T.
$45/hour

7 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 (810)
$45/hour
2,543 hours tutoring
Response time: 22 minutesNote that average response time is based on Lydia’s active hours, which are 1:00 pm - 4:00 am UTC.

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

New York, NY 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 (3740)
$60/hour
9,321 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...

Lewisville, TX Tutoring
Yukari E.
$65/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 (1139)
$65/hour
3,067 hours tutoring
Response time: 7 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...

San Angelo, TX 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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Emily E.

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I also highly recommend her for "Finals" - our last tutoring meeting was walking around the local foreign market (which included Japanese food items) and speaking in nothing but Japanese for an hour. This fall I walked into my Japanese class and was completely on top of my game, largely because of Amandah. If you need a Japanese tutor, she's the one you want!
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Of course this is not to say that Yumiko-sensei is harsh or intimidating; on the contrary she's extremely nice and friendly, and caring about her students' progress, so improving my Japanese has been fun rather than a chore. Reading other reviews of her, it seems she has been just as helpful to students of all levels of Japanese study. I highly recommend her to anyone interested in learning or improving their Japanese.
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3 Japanese lessons

Akari-san is an excellent Japanese tutor! Not only is she very flexible in terms of meeting times but she is also a very skilled Japanese tutor. She took a very dense Japanese text about the call market in Japan (Money Market) and together, we went sentence by sentence dissecting not only the kanji (both meaning and readings) but the overall reading comprehension by letting me re-summarize words or phrases with my own Japanese vocabulary.
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