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Fountain Valley, CA
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...
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...
I needed help crafting a speech I am going to give at a Japanese wedding. Masa did an excellent job of communicating with me ahead of the lesson to coordinate expectations and work to do ahead of time. He translated my full speech... - Lance

Irvine, CA
I am a Korean-Japanese and both languages are the native speaker's level. I have a teacher's certification in Korea and have a certificate of language instructor.
I am a Korean-Japanese and both languages are the native speaker's level. I have a teacher's certification in Korea and have a certificate of language instructor.
My first Japanese lesson was excellent. Because of my weird amount of previous knowledge, we spent a large amount of the time finding my exact skill level and where I need to start. It was very fun to try to communicate my own t... - Christopher

Mission Viejo, CA
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.
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.
I have had Yuko sensei as a tutor for over a year now and highly recommend her. I look forward to every class with her because she is fun and patient with me. She explains things I have trouble with very well and helps me to under... - Tatiana, 122 lessons with Yuko

Newport Beach, CA
Some of the children I've taught had previously gone to Japanese schools but found it confusing because they couldn't understand what was going on the classroom. Now they love their Japanese lessons and tell me ‘I like...
Some of the children I've taught had previously gone to Japanese schools but found it confusing because they couldn't understand what was going on the classroom. Now they love their Japanese lessons and tell me ‘I like...
Keiko, is such a professional, patient and intellectual teacher. I am so grateful for her educational background ! Looking forward for my child to continue to learn Japanese from such a wonderful teacher! - Astrid M, 83 lessons with Keiko

Rancho Santa Margarita, CA
I am a cheerful person and I would be happy to assist you whether you want to learn conversation in Japanese for fun, or you need help with your Japanese class assignments, and so much more. I am a Japanese teacher with 10...
I am a cheerful person and I would be happy to assist you whether you want to learn conversation in Japanese for fun, or you need help with your Japanese class assignments, and so much more. I am a Japanese teacher with 10...
My daughter really understands how Hiromi explains the language, and is enjoying her lessons. Hiromi is very professional and patient and makes it fun. This has been an incredible experience - Jane, 11 lessons with Hiromi

Hacienda Heights, CA
BA Japanese Language and Intercultural Communication, ICU Mitaka, Japan International School, Waseda University, Tokyo Japan Cross border financial professional for 25 years 30 years of Japanese as a second language teaching one on...
BA Japanese Language and Intercultural Communication, ICU Mitaka, Japan International School, Waseda University, Tokyo Japan Cross border financial professional for 25 years 30 years of Japanese as a second language teaching one on...
Laura is great to work with and an excellent tutor. Her grasp of written and spoken Japanese as well as Japanese culture is masterful. She's well organized and her instruction is clear and very helpful. - Jane, 22 lessons with Laura

Los Angeles, CA
Although I am not a native speaker, I have achieved near-native proficiency by attending a public Japanese high school in Aichi before coming to Stanford. Many of my students find this actually gives me an edge on tutoring as I understand...
Although I am not a native speaker, I have achieved near-native proficiency by attending a public Japanese high school in Aichi before coming to Stanford. Many of my students find this actually gives me an edge on tutoring as I understand...
Mario helped My son with his his A.P. physics 1 class and focused on basic understanding of content and learning how it all works together. My son felt more confident in his abilities to do his homework. I would highly recommend M... - Andrea

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...
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...
Kate is an excellent teacher—patient, knowledgeable and caters lessons to what I want to learn. She has a good sense for my level and interests, so I’m making good progress on all fronts—speaking, reading and writing. - Richard, 27 lessons with Kate

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...
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...

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....
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....

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...
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...
Mika did an excellent job introducing Japanese as an Adult Learner, I look forward to our sessions in the upcoming year. Thank You Mika for making Japanese easy to learn as an Adult Beginner. - Nancy, 3 lessons with Mika

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.
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.
I highly recommend Amano-Sensei. She is lively, supportive, and helpful in all ways. I’m learning so much and having a blast! I look forward to my lessons each time. She is a joy! I don’t have pressure over me to learn quickly. We... - Tanya, 2 lessons with Karin

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...
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...
Aki was such a pleasure to work with! My needs were in the business Japanese area, especially when conducting communications with government entities, so Aki's background and expertise were incredibly helpful. Aki not only helped ... - Momoko, 4 lessons with Aki

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...
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...
Hiro helped me with basic sentence structure and conjugation as well as reading with kanji. He was able to help me review and answer basic Japanese to advanced Japanese questions. - Elizabeth

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.
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.
I started taking lessons from John about two years ago and it was such a great decision for my language learning journey! I feel as though I have made so much progress in learning the language and I was exposed to so much new voca... - Robert, 103 lessons with John

I am a 4th-year Japanese student at the University of Notre Dame operating at a C1 (advanced) level of proficiency. I completed an intensive study abroad program at Nanzan University's Center for Japanese Studies in Nagoya,...
I am a 4th-year Japanese student at the University of Notre Dame operating at a C1 (advanced) level of proficiency. I completed an intensive study abroad program at Nanzan University's Center for Japanese Studies in Nagoya,...
My son took SAT prep classes with Sebastian for both English and Math, and we had a great experience. He explains concepts clearly, helps him understand his mistakes, and provides helpful strategies for approaching the test. We’re... - Sreedevi, 5 lessons with Sebastian

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...
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...
Ken-Sensei is an extremely patient, kind and knowledgeable teacher. I always look forward to a lesson with Ken-Sensei. His explanations are clear and easy to understand. I have been taking lessons for a while now and I've visibly ... - Fatema , 44 lessons with Kenneth

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...
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...
She is so kind and explains everything in such good detail without making things complicated. My favorite part is her lessons are customized for each student so our lesson was based on my goals and learning style. She is a very ad... - Rene, 7 lessons with Sayaka

I have a certification of ACTFL writing and speaking certificates.
I have a certification of ACTFL writing and speaking certificates.
I will start by saying I'm a bit of a unique case. I approached Kana after 5 years of self study and learning to help fill in cracks and gaps in my knowledge, as well as help me with my listening and speaking ability. Living in th... - Brian, 7 lessons with Kana

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...
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...
Rianna is an exceptional Japanese tutor who blew away all of my expectations. She brings a unique level of professionalism and expertise that make learning with her feel more like two friends studying rather than a barrage of note... - Parker

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...
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...
He really helps you understand the topics in Japanese that are difficult. He went through adjectives and I can even complete sentences now in Japanese. He’s a wonderful teacher! - Paul

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...
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...
Allen had just one month to make a difference in my daughter’s ACT math score, and he absolutely delivered. He quickly pinpointed her weak areas, created a focused plan, and worked through them with clarity and precision. The resu... - Sky, 21 lessons with Allen

I teach private lessons which I customize according to the students’ needs. I can teach Japanese as a foreign language or to Japanese heritage students who already have Japanese proficiency due to native speakers at home. I...
I teach private lessons which I customize according to the students’ needs. I can teach Japanese as a foreign language or to Japanese heritage students who already have Japanese proficiency due to native speakers at home. I...
Hiroko is a very talented and supportive teacher, who provided outstanding instruction to my child. She was well-prepared for each lesson and assigned carefully thought-out assignments. I also appreciated that there was excellent ... - SL, 22 lessons with Hiroko

State certified Japanese teacher 10+ years experience teaching Japanese Advanced ACTFL + JLPT N1 certified
State certified Japanese teacher 10+ years experience teaching Japanese Advanced ACTFL + JLPT N1 certified

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...
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...
Yukari-sensei continues to help me advance my Japanese greatly! She's a very patient teacher, and because of her teaching style, the results have been dramatic! Lessons involve writing, working from a variety of teaching material... - Robert, 86 lessons with Yukari
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