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77 online Japanese tutors near Downers Grove, IL

$15

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Ellie Wimbush
Grand Rapids, MI

Making Japanese Learning Fun!

I have been studying Japanese since 2016. I have had lots of experience working one-on-one with native speaker tutors to achieve a natural sound. I know what I don't know, and I know how to use circumlocution and context clues to express myself when I don't know specific words! I also have a lot of fun with mnemonic devices, and I have some interesting and unusual resources to share that have helped me on my language journey (Youtube channels, reading material, etc.) I have spent a total of 4 months living in Japan (study abroad in 2017), and I continue to pursue opportunities to practice my Japanese. I frequently get complimented on my Japanese :)

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

$18

1 lesson

60 mins each

Kevin Burke
Canton, MI

All Ages Beginner to Intermediate Japanese Mentor

I have been studying Japanese with native speakers since I was twelve years old. I had a private native Japanese tutor all throughout my middle school and high school years. I tested out of the first two semesters of Japanese upon entering college, and I completed all the Japanese coursework available to me at my institutions and also took one of the offered advanced Japanese specialization classes. I am currently employed at a Japanese restaurant where I use Japanese to talk to my coworkers and to service Japanese speaking customers. I am preparing to take the JLPT N2 in December to have more certification of my Japanese expertise. I also currently free lance tutor several students in beginner level Japanese.

$18

1 lesson

60 mins each

$50

1 lesson

60 mins each

Yoko Seto
Florissant, MO

A guaranteed breakthrough in learning Japanese!

I have nearly 50 years of teaching experience. While in Japan, I was a prominent English teacher at preparatory schools. Since coming to the US, I have taught Japanese in-person and online for the past two decades. Despite not being the most accomplished English student in my school days, I understand students' struggles. With my wealth of experience and knowledge, I can teach students at any level and with varying needs. Online teaching is particularly advantageous as it allows students to schedule their classes to meet their goals quickly and efficiently.

$50

1 lesson

60 mins each

$25

1 lesson

60 mins each

Tim Jensen
Minneapolis, MN

Recent College Graduate, Language Tutor

I have been studying Japanese for six years. I began studying Japanese independently in high school, then took four years of intermediate and advanced language classes at Carleton College in Northfield, MN. I worked as a Japanese tutor at Carleton for three years, transitioning fluidly between in-person and remote teaching as COVID demanded. I graduated in 2023 with a Bachelor's degree in Japanese Language and Literature. My connection to Japan and the Japanese language is very personal, as my grandfather was born and raised in Tokyo, and immigrated to the US after WWII. Learning Japanese has enabled me to learn more about my grandfather's life, deepening my connections to my family history and culture. I am also an avid manga reader, and love the films of Hayao Miyazaki. Regardless of where you are on your language learning journey, I am excited to be sharing my passion for Japanese. Learning a new language can be daunting, but I know firsthand how rewarding the experience can be. 一緒に頑張りましょう！

$25

1 lesson

60 mins each

$15

1 lesson

60 mins each

Juniper Mercury
Nashville, TN

Belmont University Student

I have studied Japanese since my sophomore year of high school (back in 2018), and I even continued to study it past my high school graduation in 2021. Through my learning in this language is constant and is a continuous process for me, I hope that I can teach you what I know about the language and give you a start.

$15

1 lesson

60 mins each

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

Kyoko Feher
Pittsburgh, PA

Professional Japanese Language Tutor

I am a Japanese native living in the US since 2018. I have been teaching in-person and online since 2016. My students range from toddlers to adults, including my own children. I have completed several translation contracts for companies in San Francisco, translating technical documentation and business materials into my native language, Japanese.

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

$12

1 lesson

30 mins each

Melissa Fason
Russellville, AR

Beginner Japanese Grammar & Conversation Tutor

I have studied Japanese in a university setting for over three years, and I have experiencing living in Japan. I often read books and listen to media in Japanese as well. English and Japanese are vastly different languages with very different cultures behind them, so it can be difficult for native speakers of one to learn the other. When I began my study of Japanese, I learned the basics from a non-native speaker before I moved on to learning from native Japanese speakers. From my own experience and observation of other learners, I honestly believe this is the most ideal way to begin learning. There are some finite details in grammar patterns, vocabulary, and culture that are generally only noticed by the people that had to learn it all later in life. As a native English speaker, I can bring these finite details to the table and explain them to you in depth so that you can truly understand how it all works.

$12

1 lesson

30 mins each

$24

1 lesson

60 mins each

Mana Omori
Winston-Salem, NC

Native Japanese Qualified Japanese Teacher

I graduated from KANSAIGAIDAI University in 2023, located in Osaka, Japan, with a degree in "Other Countries Culture" and "Teaching Japanese." During my time at the university, I gained valuable experience in teaching the Japanese language. Upon graduation, I successfully completed all the requirements of the Japanese Language Teacher Training Courses, which involved over 420 hours of training. Currently, I am residing in the United States and working as a Japanese teacher at a university. My teaching expertise covers a wide range of areas, including teaching newcomers, beginners, business Japanese, conversation skills, and preparation for all levels of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT).

$24

1 lesson

60 mins each

$22

1 lesson

60 mins each

Kool Ito
Oswego, NY, アメリカ合衆国

Akita International University Student/Exchange Student of SUNY Oswego, Senior: Comics and Hotspring

Firstly, I am a native speaker of Japanese. When students speak, read, and write Japanese, I can immediately notice and advise what is weird from the perspective of a native. My hobby is reading comics and using SNS, so I am also familiar with slang and young generation words, and of course, Japanese culture. I am happy to teach and talk about what students have interests in Japanese. About my Japanese qualification, I have a "Japan Kanji Aptitude Test level 2", so I am also good at kanji(Chinese Characters). And I have experience getting the highest grade(A+) on the Japanese language essay test for university entrance examinations, so I can also teach writing. In terms of teaching experience, I was a project member teaching English classes at my home middle and high school for one year. Besides, I went to clam school from elementary school 5th grade to high school 3rd grade(13th grade), so I also have experience with one-to-one instruction. Therefore, I can understand the feelings of not only teachers but also the students. I am an exchange student from Japan, age 24. Thank you for showing my bio, and I hope I can have a great lesson with you!!

$22

1 lesson

60 mins each

$25

1 lesson

60 mins each

Yanli Pan
Vienna, VA

Chinese and Japanese Tutor

I am a native Chinese speaker who grew up in China. I majored in Japanese at Henan Normal University, which specializes in training teachers. After graduating from college, I worked as a Japanese patent translator in Beijing for 8 years. I am a professional Japanese speaker. In 2015, I was accepted by Okayama University in Japan to pursue my master's degree. I received my Master of Education with a concentration in Psychology in 2018. I worked as a Chinese and Japanese tutor for two years at Northern Virginia Community College while taking classes there since I came to the U.S. in 2019. I helped students understand their class materials and any confusion they had related to homework or Chinese and Japanese as languages. I understand that both Chinese and Japanese are hard languages to learn for English speakers. I always praise my students' progress. I share my experience learning two foreign languages to encourage my students to keep going.

$25

1 lesson

60 mins each

$18

1 lesson

30 mins each

Autumn Edwards
Northampton, PA

Teacher by day, artist by night (UNAVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE)

In "Japanese", we will be diving into the extensive world that is Japanese language. You will learn grammar structures, verb conjugation, vocabulary, reading, and listening comprehension in a conversational context. I have studied Japanese for the last 6 years. In high school, I was self taught, studying from a variety of language learning textbooks until I graduated. In college, I was finally able to take official classes which ranged from beginner to advanced, and I was the only student of my class to complete the highest level of the course: independent study. During this study, I composed a 12 page paper and a presentation entirely in Japanese while once again conducting my own lessons. Before the pandemic, I traveled to Tondabayashi, Osaka in 2019 as a part of a student exchange program to become immersed in Japanese language and culture. I was able to make lasting relationships with friends and host families who I am still in contact with today. Following my college graduation, I have been working as an online English discussion leader with an organization that specializes in student exchange between the US and Japan. Through GPI US I have been able to meet even more students who are excited to learn about language and culture, and I hope that through this platform, I will be able to help you do the same!

$18

1 lesson

30 mins each

$25

1 lesson

60 mins each

Eric Swann
Chesapeake, VA

Tutor

I am a native Japanese speaker who was born and raised in Okinawa, Japan until I was 12 years old. I attended Japanese school until the 6th grade so I have a good base knowledge of reading & writing Japanese, also I can speak both formal and “practical” Japanese and know how to hold a real life conversation.

$25

1 lesson

60 mins each

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

Honge Sakiko
Highland, NY

Japanese Teacher and Montessori Educator

I was born and grew up in Japan. I had all my education from Kindergarten to College in Tokyo. At the of 25, I moved to New York and received a Master of Science Degree from New York University. I worked as a licensed Teaching Assistant at a local public school in New York for about 10 years. I am currently working at the Montessori of New Paltz as a Teaching Assistant with Early Childhood Assistant Teacher Credential. I also had experiences teaching the Japanese language to English speakers online and in person by creating my own curriculum. In addition to my career with education, I have had experiences working for one of the major Japanese broadcasting companies as an On Air Radio Reporter from New York City to Japan to talk about the different aspects of American and Japanese lifestyles. Since Japanese is my primary language and is now widely spoken, and I speak English well to communicate with non-Japanese speakers, I would like to help open up amazing opportunities for the students who want to learn Japanese, which not only involve the language, but also its culture including traditional events, lifestyles, and healthy diet.

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

Lilith Kooks
Virginia Beach, Virginia

Japanese-English bilingual tutor at your service! Yoroshiku!

I’ve spoken Japanese most of my life, I learned how to read and write, while my family, and I were stationed in Japan, when I was a child, and it just went from there. My Japanese levels are between N2 and N3.

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

$25

1 lesson

60 mins each

Michael DiGrigoli
Pittsfield, MA

College Graduate, JLPT certified

I studied Japanese for several years, culminating in a degree in Japanese studies. I hold an N2 level JLPT certification, the second highest level of certification offered by the Japan Foundation, an organization backed by the Japanese Ministry of External Affairs. I initially studied Japanese as my minor in University but found that I was far more suited towards Japanese than my major, so I switched. I am very passionate about the Japanese language and culture and always happy to share what I know with others. I am currently preparing to take the exam to receive the N1 certification next year and believe that the teaching of others is one of the greatest ways to study the basics. . I am currently preparing to take the exam to receive the N1 certification next year and believe that the teaching of others is one of the greatest ways to study the basics.

$25

1 lesson

60 mins each

$20

1 lesson

60 mins each

Nao Brian Osawa
Richardson, TX

Exchange Student

I am Native Japanese Speaker and I have lived Japan for more than 15 years. I am currently studying in University of Texas at Dallas as a exchange student from Waseda University. Waseda University is one of the most famous university in Japan. When I was in Japan, I have taught Japanese and Chinese students in a private tutoring school. During my stay there, I was teaching English to Japanese students and Japanese to Chinese exchange students for one and half years. I made my Chinese student to pass Japanese Examination N3 in 3 months.

$20

1 lesson

60 mins each

$20

1 lesson

60 mins each

Anna Walter
Rapid City, SD

Your Civil Engineering, Japanese, Mandarin, or College Essay Writing Tutor

I grew up speaking Japanese at home, which gave me a natural familiarity with conversational Japanese from an early age. Additionally, I attended Japanese school every Saturday when I was younger, where I developed basic written skills, including reading and writing hiragana, and katakana. Beyond my academic background, I have traveled to Japan multiple times, which has deepened my understanding of the language and provided me with valuable insights into Japanese culture, customs, and everyday expressions. This first-hand experience allows me to share cultural nuances with students, helping them not only learn the language but also understand its context in real-life situations. Whether you are a beginner or looking to improve your conversational skills, I can help you build confidence in speaking, reading, and writing Japanese while providing insights into the culture that are essential for mastering the language.

$20

1 lesson

60 mins each

$25

1 lesson

30 mins each

Rustin Allred
Dallas, TX

Certified, Experienced Math & Japanese Teacher & Tutor

I was introduced to Japanese shortly after high school and have been studying it now for over forty years. I have lived in Japan several different times and have conducted business and technical meetings in Japanese. I also hold a master's degree in Japanese and regularly teach college courses.

$25

1 lesson

30 mins each

$30

1 lesson

30 mins each

Moe Yamamoto
Boston, MA

Japanese/English bilingual educator

Even though my birth/based on country is the US, I raised in Japan for over 20 years so I can say my first language is Japanese. Also, I currently work at the education field and have much experiences to teach Japanese to students whose age is starting 1 to adult. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you’re interested in!:)

$30

1 lesson

30 mins each

$175

10 lessons

30 mins each

Momoko Wendorf
Boston, MA

Native Japanese coffee lover

I was born and raised in Japan, and a native speaker of Japanese. I also spent four years of college in the Kansai area of Japan, and my father is Kansaijin, so I am able to provide fun lessons that incorporate my knowledge of the Kansai dialect and other unique aspects of the Japanese language. I also hope to teach those who are interested about manga, anime and Japanese songs as well as about Japan's unique culture and keigo (honorific language). Let’s sing J-POP together someday!

$175

10 lessons

30 mins each

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

Mayumi Griswold
Colorado Springs, CO

Japanese Culture and Language

I am a Native Japanese speaker, living in the US. I have 3 years of experience for tutoring American college students who studie Japanese, both platform of in-person and online setting. I helped them puttting into practice with what they've learned in thier class. Currently I am working at elementary school and I provided students Japan Curriculum day presentations. I presented about modearn day Japanese cultures such as bullet train and Tokyo Sky Tree, to old history of Japan such as Feudalism Japan and temples in Kyoto. It was truly great experience to see students wanting to know more by feeding their hungry learning mind. Now it's time to share with you! It is endless joy of sharing and listening your thoughs. I am looking forward to meet you in my class!

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

Honoka MaeTaru
Cypress, TX

UT Austin College Student

My first language is Japanese and although I have been living in the US for most of my life I have attended Japanese School up until I was in high school. Also, because all my relatives are Japanese, my parents have help me maintain my Japanese knowledge and speech over the years. During the last two years of high school I taught about 20 of my peers basic Japanese.

$15

1 lesson

30 mins each

$10

1 lesson

30 mins each

Yas Takahashi
Houston, TX

Experienced Native Japanese Tutor

Conversation, JLPT, Culture, History, GENKI

$10

1 lesson

30 mins each

$30

1 lesson

30 mins each

Yasmine Yokoyama
Melbourne, FL

Bilingual Japanese Tutor: Patient and Proficient

As a native Japanese speaker, I offer unique insights into the language, including native terms and expressions, as well as both formal and informal conversation styles. My teaching covers all aspects of language learning: reading, writing, speaking, and listening. Taking in to consideration the skill level of the student, sessions will follow the pace most comfortable to the student for their best learning experience and results! My goal is to create a fun and engaging learning environment that not only helps students master the Japanese language but also immerses them in the rich culture of Japan.

$30

1 lesson

30 mins each

$10

1 lesson

30 mins each

David Powell
Miami, FL

Japanese Language Teacher

I have studied Japanese for over 10 years. I have been to Japan twice. Once on study abroad and another time to teach in Tokyo. I have a zest for Japanese and Asia. I understand Japanese because I exposed myself to the language.

$10

1 lesson

30 mins each

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77 online Japanese tutors near Downers Grove, IL

$15

Making Japanese Learning Fun!

$15

$18

All Ages Beginner to Intermediate Japanese Mentor

$18

$50

A guaranteed breakthrough in learning Japanese!

$50

$25

Recent College Graduate, Language Tutor

$25

$15

Belmont University Student

$15

$15

Professional Japanese Language Tutor

$15

$12

Beginner Japanese Grammar & Conversation Tutor

$12

$24

Native Japanese Qualified Japanese Teacher

$24

$22

Akita International University Student/Exchange Student of SUNY Oswego, Senior: Comics and Hotspring

$22

$25

Chinese and Japanese Tutor

$25

$18

Teacher by day, artist by night (UNAVAILABLE UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE)

$18

$25

Tutor

$25

$15

Japanese Teacher and Montessori Educator

$15

$15

Japanese-English bilingual tutor at your service! Yoroshiku!

$15

$25

College Graduate, JLPT certified

$25

$20

Exchange Student

$20

$20

Your Civil Engineering, Japanese, Mandarin, or College Essay Writing Tutor

$20

$25

Certified, Experienced Math & Japanese Teacher & Tutor

$25

$30

Japanese/English bilingual educator

$30

$175

Native Japanese coffee lover

$175

$15

Japanese Culture and Language

$15

$15

UT Austin College Student

$15

$10

Experienced Native Japanese Tutor

$10

$30

Bilingual Japanese Tutor: Patient and Proficient

$30

$10

Japanese Language Teacher

$10

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