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    Japanese classes in Clovis, CA: Find a private tutor near you

    Do you want to follow online Japanese lessons in Clovis, CA? On Preply you can choose from 1706 Japanese teachers near you for private classes online. With online instead of in-person lessons you can attend lessons at any time you want, wherever you are. This way your hectic schedule won't be in the way of your language learning development. Book online Japanese classes in Clovis, CA. Preply is the most rapid growing language learning platform for online private lessons. Whether you have just moved and want to learn the local language of a country or want to learn a new language for work, we have the best teacher for you. Book Japanese lessons near you and start learning now! Looking for a different way to learn a language? Explore online Japanese classes.
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    • Tutor japanese 千夏 高.

      $

      12

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Clovis, CA

        Speaks

      一人ひとりに寄り添う講師 はじめて日本語を勉強する、フリートーク希望の生徒さんがほとんど
      日本で生まれ育ち、現在は東京に住んでいる
      →簡単な日常会話、質問に答える
      →ひらがな・カタカナを完璧にマスター
      塾講師として4年間、様々な生徒の学習をサポート
      →基本的な文法、よく使う単語を習得
      ◯できるようになること
      【フリートーク・トピックトーク】
      英語を日常会話程度、話すことができる
      日本語に慣れよう!日常に溢れる言葉を知って表現しよう!
      いろいろなテーマで会話をしよう!自信を持って日本語を話そう!
      カフェ巡りや旅行、人と話すことが大好き

      Why choose 千夏 高.
      "She is very kind, thoughtful, and patient teacher. Whenever I have a class with her, she always welcomes me with her smile face. Highly recommend."
      Inkyung

      Inkyung

      January 14, 2024

    • Tutor japanese Sayaka A.
      Super Tutor

      $

      22

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Clovis, CA

        Speaks

      Native Certified Japanese Tutor with 7 years of experience Therefore, I do not use textbooks, but use my original slides to study. Japanese language has many particles and conjugated forms that can be confusing, and because of this, when making Japanese sentences, it is common to make mistakes in the order of words or use the wrong particles, resulting in sentences with different meanings.

      Why choose Sayaka A.
      "Sayakan Sensei has been a great tutor from the start. I am Japanese American and learning to speak Japanese with an uneven foundation of knowledge, and Sayaka Sensei has done a great job assessing my skills and teaching accordingly. From the beginning, she set the tone to make me feel comfortable trying to speak, even with my mistakes. She's very patient and kind in how she corrects me. She's also encouraging, especially when I am maybe struggling during the lesson. I highly recommend Sayaka Sensei!"
      Reika

      Reika

      November 9, 2022

    • Tutor japanese Hironobu O.

      $

      15

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Clovis, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      Teaching Japanese Over 25years I have been in Taiwan for 30 years.
      Even though I majored in the Electronics, I love languages, and have been teaching Japanese here using Mandarin Chinese.
      I learned Chinese using English, and can teach Japanese in English, too.
      I can analyze why some students make similar mistakes in grammar or other aspects then correct those errors.

      Why choose Hironobu O.
      "Can highly recommend his lessons. Very high quality, and is always able to answer questions in an easy and comprehensive way."
      Julia

      Julia

      January 22, 2024

    • Tutor japanese Tomoki Y.

      New

      tutor

      $

      14

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Clovis, CA

        Speaks

      Easy-going mindset with an athletic subculture personality! Looking forward to meeting you guys ;) if you like to play video games together, watch youtube, anime, mange in Japanese. Let's do that!
      Let's just have a casual chat!
      Speaking Japanese without being afraid is the shortest way to master!
      I have less than one year of teaching experience. My method strongly focuses on speaking, ...

    • Tutor japanese Takaya Y.
      Super Tutor

      $

      25

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Clovis, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      いつも笑顔であなたをサポートします:)一緒に楽しく勉強しましょう♪ 私のレッスンでは. . .
      ▶︎ビギナーには「ひらがな」、「カタカナ」、「漢字」の書き方
      ▶︎オリジナルテキストを使った「文法」
      〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜
      私はあなたの失敗を笑うことはしないので、間違える事を恐れずリラックスして楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう!
      ▶︎「関西弁」も教えることができます!
      ▶︎日常会話に使えるナチュラルなコミュニケーション
      わたしのレッスンではすでにあるテキストではなく、あなたのレベルに合ったテキストをわたしが作って効果的にレッスンします♫
      こんにちは!私は京都に住む日本人『Takaya』です。

      Why choose Takaya Y.
      "lesson with teacher Takaya was super fun and helpful. Friendly and patient lesson makes me enjoy the session all the time. Try a lesson with him👍👍"
      Liam

      Liam

      September 4, 2023

    • Tutor japanese Yuki O.

      New

      tutor

      $

      19

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Clovis, CA

        Speaks

      Former tourguide Experience: 2 year tourguiding, and teaching tourists Japanese words and phrases during the tours.
      Tell me your interest, what you usually watch on Youtube
      Because More you enjoy the learning, more you can learn the language.
      So, let's have fun!
      so that you can learn through your interest.

    • Tutor japanese Nazarova G.

      New

      tutor

      $

      25

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Clovis, CA

        Speaks
      +2

      Best tutor that makes your dreams come true It will help you to study in Japan. You can meet with my Japanese friends and practice with them too.

      Book a trial lesson with me so we could make your dream come true, because I have special lessons for preparation to MEXT scholarship. Also, if you want to learn Russian or Turkish you can contact me.

    • Tutor japanese けん 小.

      $

      15

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Clovis, CA

        Speaks

      Creative native Japanese Speaker who teaches writing conversation and culture kindly I live in north part of jp. If it is not possible to join the lesson because of emergency such as natural disaster, there is possibility of being absent. I would send the message after the electricity and internet is restored in that case.

      I have been teaching Japanese to foreign students on this Preply for a while now.

      Why choose けん 小.
      "けん is one of the best teachers I've ever had. He's very patient, and his classes are very interesting. I can learn a lot with him."
      Rafaella

      Rafaella

      January 23, 2022

    • Tutor japanese Yukio N.

      $

      25

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Clovis, CA

        Speaks

      Japanese tutor from Japan.3years of experience I have the lesson with the textbook called ``Minna no Nihongo`` which is most popular Japanese textbook in the world. Please mail me and try my lessons. I will let you know useful self-learning material for free. Most of learners want to speak Japanese fluently.

      Why choose Yukio N.
      "For me, learning a new language should be both informative and fun. Yukio-san was able to help me achieve that, so I had a great time! His english is good, and he is patient and kind. I am looking forward to the next lesson."
      Tarcísio

      Tarcísio

      January 9, 2017

    • Tutor japanese Momoe N.

      $

      15

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Clovis, CA

        Speaks

      Certified Japanese Tutor | Tailoring Fun & Effective Learning Experiences for All Levels! 🌟 Don't miss out—schedule your first lesson now and let's make language learning an exciting adventure!.

      Embark on your language journey with me! Book your first lesson to unlock a personalized and enjoyable learning experience. Fluent in English, excelling in exam prep.

    Why Preply is the best site to learn japanese in Clovis, CA

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    japanese lessons prices by tutor city

    Private tutors inPrice
    New York, NY

    $15 / hr

    Los Angeles, CA

    $15 / hr

    Chicago, IL

    $15 / hr

    Clovis, CA

    $9 / hr

    Average rates for japanese classes in Clovis, CA

    Native/non native speakersPrice

    Native japanese speakers

    $25 / hr

    Non native japanese speakers

    $22 / hr

    The average cost for japanese classes in Clovis, CA may vary from other locations and depending on the teacher nationality, so here is a price comparison to help you find your best fit online tutor.

    How Japanese learners from Clovis, CA rate their Preply experience
    Annika rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Feb 17, 2024
    Anri is such a kind and professional teacher. The lessons are structured to accommodate the student's individual needs. Her energetic personality helps students relax and encourages them to speak even when they are shy! Definitely a teacher you would recommend to your dearest friends.
    Brodie rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Feb 17, 2024
    Amao was amazing! Love learning from him and getting to learn a little bit more ever day. He's very friendly and easy to talk to. :)
    David rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Feb 17, 2024
    ナコ先生の授業はいつも楽しいです。親しみやすい人で時間はいつもあっという間に終わりです。是非ナコ先生と授業を受けてみてください! Nako sensei is friendly and easy to talk to, with her it's like talking to a friend instead of taking a lesson.
    Claudia rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Feb 17, 2024
    Reiko san is a very patient and very passionate teacher . My Japanese has improved by leaps and bounds.
    Travis rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Feb 17, 2024
    Travis is very helpful and kind and patient. He pays very careful attention to the details of speaking to help you get it right and guides you well through the most difficult pronunciations. strongly recommend learning with Travis for Japanese!

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    🌆 How to learn Japanese in Clovis, CA and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?

    Besides self-study using special programs, you have four key choices for learning Japanese interactively in Clovis, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, read about centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd spource can be local private language academies that cost less and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can look for a private Japanese tutor in Clovis, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Clovis, CA and online Japanese tutors.

    🎟 Is it expensive to learn Japanese and what does a lesson with a tutor of Japanese cost?

    For university and college courses you can estimate Japanese course cost as one-tenth of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 45-48 course hours each semester. Language centers and private Japanese tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the most budget-friendly Japanese tutors can be found online, with costs on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor geography, positive reviews and popularity. Real student rating average for Japanese lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.

    📚 How much Japanese do I need to know to sign up for a course?

    When considering college and learning center classes be prepared demonstrate proof of your current level. All classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework commitment and testing, so research all such requirements in advance. With personal Japanese tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those who are teaching online.

    🔥 Why is Japanese not easy and are there ways to learn it the easy way?

    Formal language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Japanese. According to experts, you can gain basic Japanese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, have simple conversations, shop and place orders in about a year. Physical language immersion is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Japanese. After mastering basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Japanese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced students.

    🤷 How long does it take to master Japanese?

    Some people just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Japanese will demand at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your current level of Japanese or familiarity with other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is recommended to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, try to communicate with native speakers to speak with, try additional ways to think and speak in Japanese out loud. If it's more difficult than you had imagined you can also take conversational Japanese classes online.

    🤳 How many possibilities do I choose among when I select the right Japanese tutor?

    In language centers, there's a chance you can choose your own tutor (from a limited pool). Online, of course! The largest selection of tested Japanese tutors with extensive profiles and true reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.

    🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?

    Colleges typically structure classes twice a week over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually offer shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, the number of lessons is really up to you, with early morning, day, evening and night classes available, on weekdays and/or weekends.