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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 to start learning Japanese for conversation, travel, or personal...
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 to start learning Japanese for conversation, travel, or personal...
My son loves his sessions with Akira. It’s been several weeks and my son has learned so much. Akira is amazing! - Mary, 40 lessons with AKIRA

Near Portland, OR
Japanese is my mother language ,and I worked as a Japanese language tutor at University for a year. I have been living USA for 10 years, so my english is proficient. I am a professional engineer, but I like teaching Japanese language just like teaching it to my daughter.
Japanese is my mother language ,and I worked as a Japanese language tutor at University for a year. I have been living USA for 10 years, so my english is proficient. I am a professional engineer, but I like teaching Japanese language just like teaching it to my daughter.
Masamichi is an excellent tutor! I've been really motivated since I started doing tutoring sessions. He is doing a great job helping me improve. - Shawn, 67 lessons with Masamichi

I am a native Japanese speaker from Nagoya, Japan, and have lived in the U.S. for 28 years, speaking both Japanese and English fluently. I hold undergraduate and graduate degrees in linguistics and have taught Japanese for 25...
I am a native Japanese speaker from Nagoya, Japan, and have lived in the U.S. for 28 years, speaking both Japanese and English fluently. I hold undergraduate and graduate degrees in linguistics and have taught Japanese for 25...

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

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 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.
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.
I was able to improve much of the Japanese I already knew and learned even more! I highly recommend working with Haruma for anyone just starting out or even with a little bit of experience with Japanese already. - Alex

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 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...
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...
Adam was a huge help to my son who is a sophomore in High School taking an online Japanese class. He gave my son resources to help him, led him in a positive direction. I'm sure after the holiday break we will be using Adam again.... - Kimberly

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 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...
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...
If you are seeking a Japanese tutor who is both highly skilled and deeply committed to the nuances of phonetics, Samantha is your tutor. Samantha's dedication to refining pronunciation is amazing. Unlike many language instructors ... - Chris, 144 lessons with Samantha

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 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 , 38 lessons with Kenneth

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

I have been teaching and tutoring my native language Japanese to adults and children around Seattle for more than 7 years. Currently, I teach and tutor Japanese almost everyday - at a preschool, a university, a public school (after...
I have been teaching and tutoring my native language Japanese to adults and children around Seattle for more than 7 years. Currently, I teach and tutor Japanese almost everyday - at a preschool, a university, a public school (after...
We started having our son meet with Yuko weekly to speak Japanese a few years ago when his high school was unable to fit the appropriate Japanese class into his schedule. For two years, Aaron met every other week or so with Yuko,... - Denise, 44 lessons with Yuko

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....
Kaoru has been helping me with learning Japanese for when I visit my family overseas. She’s helped make custom lessons to be more engaging and works at a pace that I feel like I’m learning every lesson! - Daichi, 4 lessons with Kaoru

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, 23 lessons with Kate

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

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...
I could not say enough about the difference Sayaka makes in helping me learn Japanese and prep for JLPT. She first understood my way of learning and adjusted her teaching style and developed strategies to help me make so much pro... - Jay, 71 lessons with Sayaka

TEFL certified Japanese Instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience while living abroad in Japan.
TEFL certified Japanese Instructor with over 10 years of teaching experience while living abroad in Japan.
Rachel has been my tutor for several months now. Each lesson is not only informative but fun, and I look forward to my weekly classes. I feel that the personal interaction with as patient a teacher as Rachel has helped me learn Ja... - Mandolin

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.
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.

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 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 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...

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...
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...

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...
Very patient and very good at explaining things. She is very friendly and very helpful. She is teaching actual Japanese that you will hear in Japan not textbook Japanese. - Kristina, 32 lessons with Yukari
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