Friendly Japanese Tutor – Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence! - Yokohama - Private lessons

Friendly Japanese Tutor – Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence!

From 48 C$ /h

Hello! 😊
My name is Maki.
I was born and raised in Japan, and I worked as a business professional for 10 years.
After spending 2 years living in Thailand, I’ve recently moved back to Japan.
That’s why I can truly understand the feelings of people who are about to live in Japan, as well as the challenges of learning Japanese while living abroad.

🌸 Lessons are open to all levels — from complete beginners to advanced learners!

✅ People who are learning Japanese for the first time
✅ Learners who have studied grammar but want to practice speaking
✅ Those who want to maintain their Japanese skills
✅ Business professionals who want to improve their formal Japanese
✅ Children living abroad

💡 My strengths as a teacher

✔️ Slow, clear, and easy-to-understand speaking style (I used to host seminars)
✔️ Practical business Japanese for meetings, polite speech, etc.
✔️ Since I’ve studied English and Chinese myself, I understand how hard language learning can be

🌟 I value lessons that are tailored to your goals — not just casual talk.
Since you’re investing your time and money, I want to make sure you truly benefit from each lesson.
That’s why I’ll create a personalized plan just for you.

😊 I’m a kind and friendly teacher
Let’s enjoy learning Japanese together!

Location

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At student's location :

Around Yokohama, Japan

At teacher's location :

Sakuragichō, Naka Ward, Yokohama, Kanagawa, Japan

Online from Japan

About Me

I was born and raised in Japan and worked for 10 years in both Japanese and international companies. After living in Thailand for 2 years, I now help students of all levels learn practical, real-life Japanese with confidence.

Education

I hold a degree in English and American Cultural Studies from Gakushuin University in Tokyo. My studies in cross-cultural communication support my Japanese teaching approach.

Experience / Qualifications

While I was living in Thailand, I taught Japanese to people who were studying the language and to those who wanted to maintain their Japanese skills.

Age

Preschool children (4-6 years old)

Children (7-12 years old)

Teenagers (13-17 years old)

Adults (18-64 years old)

Seniors (65+ years old)

Student level

Beginner

Intermediate

Advanced

Duration

60 minutes

The class is taught in

English

Japanese

Skills

Japanese for adults

Availability of a typical week

(GMT -04:00)

New York

At teacher's location and via webcam

At student's home

Mon

Tue

Wed

Thu

Fri

Sat

Sun

00-04

04-08

08-12

12-16

16-20

20-24

We can start conversation in English as a part of our everyday life. Nothing serious, no need to think about making mistakes. You will be able to improve your skill naturally with light pain.

About me.
Mediated and facilitated for several local and international volunteer organizations
Writing skills: Academic, business, translation (Bangla-Japanese-English)
Leadership skills: Team formation, delegation, feedback and improvement
25+ years volunteering, including coordinating disaster restoration and relief
Instructor’s license for teaching Physical Sciences at Japanese Industrial High Schools
2+ years as a volunteer Japanese language instructor for foreign workers in Kanagawa
3+ years’ teaching English as a volunteer to children in Japan

Hi,

My name is Miyuki. I was born in Nagano and I work in Tokyo now. I lived in Australia for 2 years.
This class is for people who want to learn Japanese. The focus is to learn how to speak Japanese and how to write Japanese. Also, you can practice speaking and listen to Japanese. I work in a hotel so you can learn about business and hospitality. Of course, you can learn casual Japanese too :)

I’m glad that non-Japanese speakers want to learn Japanese and I’d like to help them.

I also love traveling around the world and inside Japan so I would love to listen to you about your country, experiences in Japan!

*I work in a hotel so my schedule is always change. I change and show my availability each week. Please free feel to ask when you would like to have classes.

Hi,

My name is Haru and I have been teaching Japanese for 15 years now.
I am currently teaching 7 students, all foreign nationals living here in Japan.
Their Japanese language ability levels range from basic conversational ability all the way up to JLPT level 1.

My lesson style is ‘fun but strict’!
If you really want to improve your level of Japanese, please try my class!

<Daily Conversation・Business Talk >
Some people can read and understand Japanese, even very well, but their speaking ability is relatively low. This is often due to a lack of regular speaking opportunities!

During a 1 on 1 lesson, you can be in a distraction-free environment and do not have to be nervous about making mistakes - I can give you immediate feedback and corrections!

<Basic Program>
From beginner up to JLPT N1 level, class activities are based on your specific needs.
For beginners, we will usually begin by building the foundation of basic grammar.
For upper-level students, we will begin by practicing ‘skills for description’ and ‘skills for the expression’.

<JLPT>
Every Japanese student has heard of ‘JLPT’ (Japanese Language Proficiency Tests) which are held in July and December from levels 5 up to 1. Some companies have specific requirements for these qualifications.

I can teach you according to your desired level.
<Custom Program>
Do you want to try Japanese Cooking?
You can learn practical Japanese whilst cooking traditional foods!

I'm back from my baby leave!

I’m a native Japanese speaker. I can help you to learn Japanese in Yokosuka. And I have a qualification to teach Japanese language.

You’ll learn Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, numbers... anything about Japan and Japanese!!
Please message me before you book my lessons!!

※You can have lessons on Yokosuka MB or IKEGO housing. Please let me know before booking your lessons!

Thank you!

hi
My name is Illika and I grew up n tokyo and reseved an Japanise education .i have been teaching Japanese for a year now.
I can teash french , english, or spanish speakinkeurs

My lesson style depend on your actual level and the objectif you want to acheave .

During a 1 on 1 lesson, you can be in a distraction-free environment and do not have to be nervous about making mistakes - I can give you immediate feedback and corrections!
I
If you want to improve your level of Japanese, please try my class!

Location

We have opened a school at Yokosuka Horinouchi!

In our studio, you can learn languages and music at the same time!
We have English, Korean, Japanese, and Russian instructors. Classes are for all levels.
We have piano, accordion, violin, guitar, bass, clarinet, trombone, saxophone, and composing for our music lessons.

We have group lessons too. Of course, with a parking lot.
It's only 15 minutes drive from the Yokosuka navy main gate, and by walking, it's 8 minutes from Horinouchi station. (Keikyu line)

If you are a sailor with your family staying in Japan for only a few years, a sailor family having a hard time looking for an English-speaking music instructor, we are perfect for you.

We also have many rentable instruments and practice rooms for 500yen per hour.
If you have an instrument you want to try but can't afford the first adventure, try at our place! (we charge some instrument rent fee for the lesson)

This class is for junior high students who currently living in Japan who are preparing for the entrance exam for senior high school and are suffering from poor academic performance. In most cases, there is no single cause for poor academic performance, but rather a combination of factors. Adults may dismiss a child's inability to get a good score on a school test as a lack of understanding, but I will carefully explore the reasons why the students are struggling. Through my own experience of studying for the entrance exams (private junior high and university) as well as my teaching experience of more than 40 Japanese students, I'd like to help you.

My biggest strength is that I teach Japanese you can use right after class.
By using what you’ve just learned in real conversations, your Japanese will improve quickly and naturally.
That’s why all of my students become confident speakers.🗣️
I support your fun and fulfilling life in Japan through language learning.

I’m a Nationally Certified Japanese Language Teacher, recognized by the Japanese government. With 9 years of experience, I have taught:
• 🇺🇸 U.S. Navy base military personnel in Yokosuka
• 📚 Ikego DoDEA elementary school
• 🌏 Japanese language school in Yokohama
• 🏢 Top companies in Japan

And Japan government graduate Japanese teacher 🇯🇵

I offer:
✅ Survival Japanese – Perfect for beginners!
✅ Grammar Lessons – N3 to N5 JLPT levels
✅ Customized Classes – Tailored to your needs

💡 Why I Teach Japanese:
I became a Japanese teacher to help my half-Japanese, half-American daughter who struggled to learn Japanese while living abroad. Her experience inspired me to help others understand and confidently use Japanese.

📅 Start Your Japanese Journey Today!
Contact me to arrange a class that fits your needs.

Nice to meet you! I want teach Japanese through conversation:). You do not have to worry about your level of Japanese. I like help people and it's very exciting for me to teach Japanese to you! If you want, I could teach you very useful words that can use in very specific situation like hospitals, station, hotel, supermarket:)

[ABOUT ME]
I’m Ryota, a native Japanese speaker living in Mitaka, Tokyo, and I’m here to help you learn Japanese in a fun and practical way. With strong English skills and a deep understanding of what it’s like to learn a second language, I can guide you through the tricky parts and make the process smoother.

[ABOUT THE SESSIONS]
Our sessions are going to be tailored to your particular goals and interests. If you’re a beginner, we’ll start with easy conversations or watching and discussing videos in Japanese. That way I can help you get used to the rhythm and flow of Japanese. If you’re a more advanced learner, perhaps preparing for the JLPT, we can review past exams together and focus on polishing your grammar and vocabulary to get you ready.

I’m also well-versed in Japanese traditions and culture—including anime and manga—so we can easily incorporate those into our lessons if they interest you. And if you’ve recently moved to Japan or are planning to, I can share insights and practical tips to help you navigate life here. (I’ve got plenty of expat friends and know the drill!)

If you’re looking for a supportive, chill tutor to guide you on your Japanese journey, I’d love to help. Let’s make learning Japanese an exciting and enjoyable experience together!

Beginner fitboxing &Self Defense ,Yoga and Tai Chi for excersie. Japanese conversation.

On line or on site,I can teach fitboxing and boxing or kickboxing.Self defense skills to learn how to protect yourself from harms. I also can teach mindful practice and yoga and easy Tai Chi to children to teens to elders.
I can teach Japanese as well.

The goal of this class is to achieve JLPT N1. This is for those who already obtain N2 or who have the knowledge equivalent to N2.

After achieving N2, maybe you lost your goal and don't know what to do or what to aim at. Maybe, N1 is on of your option. Achieving N1 is for sure a tough and rough way to go, but that is why I'm here!

I offer an enjoyable Japanese lesson! Do you like Japanese culture, food or Manga? If you learn Japanese with me, you’ll be able to enjoy them!
If you don’t have any requests, then we use a text book and learn grammar etc with talking about Japanese culture. We can focus on the conversation as well.
I usually use more Katakana words because it’s more common now, useful and easy to memorize vocabulary for you.
It’s possible to go around together or only talk about something about Japan.
Let’s learn Japanese together!

We can start conversation in English as a part of our everyday life. Nothing serious, no need to think about making mistakes. You will be able to improve your skill naturally with light pain.

About me.
Mediated and facilitated for several local and international volunteer organizations
Writing skills: Academic, business, translation (Bangla-Japanese-English)
Leadership skills: Team formation, delegation, feedback and improvement
25+ years volunteering, including coordinating disaster restoration and relief
Instructor’s license for teaching Physical Sciences at Japanese Industrial High Schools
2+ years as a volunteer Japanese language instructor for foreign workers in Kanagawa
3+ years’ teaching English as a volunteer to children in Japan

Hi,

My name is Miyuki. I was born in Nagano and I work in Tokyo now. I lived in Australia for 2 years.
This class is for people who want to learn Japanese. The focus is to learn how to speak Japanese and how to write Japanese. Also, you can practice speaking and listen to Japanese. I work in a hotel so you can learn about business and hospitality. Of course, you can learn casual Japanese too :)

I’m glad that non-Japanese speakers want to learn Japanese and I’d like to help them.

I also love traveling around the world and inside Japan so I would love to listen to you about your country, experiences in Japan!

*I work in a hotel so my schedule is always change. I change and show my availability each week. Please free feel to ask when you would like to have classes.

Hi,

My name is Haru and I have been teaching Japanese for 15 years now.
I am currently teaching 7 students, all foreign nationals living here in Japan.
Their Japanese language ability levels range from basic conversational ability all the way up to JLPT level 1.

My lesson style is ‘fun but strict’!
If you really want to improve your level of Japanese, please try my class!

<Daily Conversation・Business Talk >
Some people can read and understand Japanese, even very well, but their speaking ability is relatively low. This is often due to a lack of regular speaking opportunities!

During a 1 on 1 lesson, you can be in a distraction-free environment and do not have to be nervous about making mistakes - I can give you immediate feedback and corrections!

<Basic Program>
From beginner up to JLPT N1 level, class activities are based on your specific needs.
For beginners, we will usually begin by building the foundation of basic grammar.
For upper-level students, we will begin by practicing ‘skills for description’ and ‘skills for the expression’.

<JLPT>
Every Japanese student has heard of ‘JLPT’ (Japanese Language Proficiency Tests) which are held in July and December from levels 5 up to 1. Some companies have specific requirements for these qualifications.

I can teach you according to your desired level.
<Custom Program>
Do you want to try Japanese Cooking?
You can learn practical Japanese whilst cooking traditional foods!

I'm back from my baby leave!

I’m a native Japanese speaker. I can help you to learn Japanese in Yokosuka. And I have a qualification to teach Japanese language.

You’ll learn Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, numbers... anything about Japan and Japanese!!
Please message me before you book my lessons!!

※You can have lessons on Yokosuka MB or IKEGO housing. Please let me know before booking your lessons!

Thank you!

hi
My name is Illika and I grew up n tokyo and reseved an Japanise education .i have been teaching Japanese for a year now.
I can teash french , english, or spanish speakinkeurs

My lesson style depend on your actual level and the objectif you want to acheave .

During a 1 on 1 lesson, you can be in a distraction-free environment and do not have to be nervous about making mistakes - I can give you immediate feedback and corrections!
I
If you want to improve your level of Japanese, please try my class!

Location

We have opened a school at Yokosuka Horinouchi!

In our studio, you can learn languages and music at the same time!
We have English, Korean, Japanese, and Russian instructors. Classes are for all levels.
We have piano, accordion, violin, guitar, bass, clarinet, trombone, saxophone, and composing for our music lessons.

We have group lessons too. Of course, with a parking lot.
It's only 15 minutes drive from the Yokosuka navy main gate, and by walking, it's 8 minutes from Horinouchi station. (Keikyu line)

If you are a sailor with your family staying in Japan for only a few years, a sailor family having a hard time looking for an English-speaking music instructor, we are perfect for you.

We also have many rentable instruments and practice rooms for 500yen per hour.
If you have an instrument you want to try but can't afford the first adventure, try at our place! (we charge some instrument rent fee for the lesson)

This class is for junior high students who currently living in Japan who are preparing for the entrance exam for senior high school and are suffering from poor academic performance. In most cases, there is no single cause for poor academic performance, but rather a combination of factors. Adults may dismiss a child's inability to get a good score on a school test as a lack of understanding, but I will carefully explore the reasons why the students are struggling. Through my own experience of studying for the entrance exams (private junior high and university) as well as my teaching experience of more than 40 Japanese students, I'd like to help you.

My biggest strength is that I teach Japanese you can use right after class.
By using what you’ve just learned in real conversations, your Japanese will improve quickly and naturally.
That’s why all of my students become confident speakers.🗣️
I support your fun and fulfilling life in Japan through language learning.

I’m a Nationally Certified Japanese Language Teacher, recognized by the Japanese government. With 9 years of experience, I have taught:
• 🇺🇸 U.S. Navy base military personnel in Yokosuka
• 📚 Ikego DoDEA elementary school
• 🌏 Japanese language school in Yokohama
• 🏢 Top companies in Japan

And Japan government graduate Japanese teacher 🇯🇵

I offer:
✅ Survival Japanese – Perfect for beginners!
✅ Grammar Lessons – N3 to N5 JLPT levels
✅ Customized Classes – Tailored to your needs

💡 Why I Teach Japanese:
I became a Japanese teacher to help my half-Japanese, half-American daughter who struggled to learn Japanese while living abroad. Her experience inspired me to help others understand and confidently use Japanese.

📅 Start Your Japanese Journey Today!
Contact me to arrange a class that fits your needs.

Nice to meet you! I want teach Japanese through conversation:). You do not have to worry about your level of Japanese. I like help people and it's very exciting for me to teach Japanese to you! If you want, I could teach you very useful words that can use in very specific situation like hospitals, station, hotel, supermarket:)

[ABOUT ME]
I’m Ryota, a native Japanese speaker living in Mitaka, Tokyo, and I’m here to help you learn Japanese in a fun and practical way. With strong English skills and a deep understanding of what it’s like to learn a second language, I can guide you through the tricky parts and make the process smoother.

[ABOUT THE SESSIONS]
Our sessions are going to be tailored to your particular goals and interests. If you’re a beginner, we’ll start with easy conversations or watching and discussing videos in Japanese. That way I can help you get used to the rhythm and flow of Japanese. If you’re a more advanced learner, perhaps preparing for the JLPT, we can review past exams together and focus on polishing your grammar and vocabulary to get you ready.

I’m also well-versed in Japanese traditions and culture—including anime and manga—so we can easily incorporate those into our lessons if they interest you. And if you’ve recently moved to Japan or are planning to, I can share insights and practical tips to help you navigate life here. (I’ve got plenty of expat friends and know the drill!)

If you’re looking for a supportive, chill tutor to guide you on your Japanese journey, I’d love to help. Let’s make learning Japanese an exciting and enjoyable experience together!

Beginner fitboxing &Self Defense ,Yoga and Tai Chi for excersie. Japanese conversation.

On line or on site,I can teach fitboxing and boxing or kickboxing.Self defense skills to learn how to protect yourself from harms. I also can teach mindful practice and yoga and easy Tai Chi to children to teens to elders.
I can teach Japanese as well.

The goal of this class is to achieve JLPT N1. This is for those who already obtain N2 or who have the knowledge equivalent to N2.

After achieving N2, maybe you lost your goal and don't know what to do or what to aim at. Maybe, N1 is on of your option. Achieving N1 is for sure a tough and rough way to go, but that is why I'm here!

I offer an enjoyable Japanese lesson! Do you like Japanese culture, food or Manga? If you learn Japanese with me, you’ll be able to enjoy them!
If you don’t have any requests, then we use a text book and learn grammar etc with talking about Japanese culture. We can focus on the conversation as well.
I usually use more Katakana words because it’s more common now, useful and easy to memorize vocabulary for you.
It’s possible to go around together or only talk about something about Japan.
Let’s learn Japanese together!

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