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    Japanese classes in Gainesville, VA: Find a private tutor near you

    Do you want to follow online Japanese lessons in Gainesville, VA? On Preply you can pick from 1704 Japanese teachers around you for 1-to-1 lessons online. With online instead of in-person lessons you can attend classes at any time you want, wherever you are. This way your busy schedule won't be in the way of your language learning evolution. Book online Japanese classes in Gainesville, VA. Preply is the fastest growing language learning platform for online 1-to-1 lessons. Whether you have just moved and want to learn the native language of a country or want to learn a new language for personal development, we have the perfect tutor for you. Book Japanese lessons near you and start learning today! Looking for a different way to learn a language? Explore online Japanese classes.
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    • Tutor japanese Saya T.

      $

      25

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Gainesville, VA

        Speaks

      Let’s learn Japanese together! Fun lesson for all levels In the trial lesson, we will talk about how I can help you improve your Japanese.
      The rest of the lesson, we can do anything you would like!

      Please message me before you book my trial lesson. I would like to know your level and goal beforehand.
      Thank you!

      Why choose Saya T.
      "I am beyond lucky to have found Saya as a tutor! From the beginning she has been taking all of my needs and questions into consideration and creating a great space to learn. Her English is very good, which makes the base level understanding very easy but most importantly, she's a funny, kind hearted person who will help you grow during your language journey. I can't recommend her enough!"
      Honorata

      Honorata

      August 7, 2020

    • Tutor japanese 千夏 高.

      $

      12

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Gainesville, VA

        Speaks

      一人ひとりに寄り添う講師 →ひらがな・カタカナを完璧にマスター
      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
      カフェ巡りや旅行、人と話すことが大好き
      ◯できるようになること
      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!
      塾講師として4年間、様々な生徒の学習をサポート
      【フリートーク・トピックトーク】
      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
      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!
      →基本的な文法、よく使う単語を習得
      英語を日常会話程度、話すことができる

      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 Ichigaku I.

      New

      tutor

      $

      10

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Gainesville, VA

        Speaks

      Beginners are welcome Learn in a short period of time with unique method There are various study methods to choose from.
      Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji grammar, Listening comprehension, Honorific language
      Studying the JLPT Living in Japan Japanese for part-time jobs Japanese for anime and manga You can study whatever you want to study.

    • Tutor japanese 拓良 黒.
      Super Tutor

      $

      22

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Gainesville, VA

        Speaks

      日本在住・日本語教育能力検定試験に合格しています。 こんにちは。はじめまして。私の名前はTakumiです。日本生まれ日本育ちで、今は大阪に住んでいます。
      PCでゲームをすることと、おいしい食べ物を食べることが好きです。もしあなたがゲームやおいしい食べ物が好きなら、きっと楽しくお話しできるはずです!日本に住んでいますから、今実際に日本で流行っていることや流行っているものを使ってレッスンを行えます。
      日本語教育能力検定試験に合格しており、これまでに1年以上日本語を教えてきた経験があります。また、普段は子どもたちに勉強を教える仕事もしており、教えることが大好きです。辛抱強く分かりやすく教えることが得意です。
      .

      Why choose 拓良 黒.
      "Wonderful teacher. Makes every lesson fun and engaging. "
      Michael

      Michael

      November 13, 2023

    • Tutor japanese Kentaro S.
      Super Tutor

      $

      14

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Gainesville, VA

        Speaks

      I teach natural Japanese. Children can also take my class. I can speak English, but my English skill level isn't high.

      I want to like teaching Japanese to the students.

      Many students want to speak Japanese skilling not reading Japanese skilling. So I teach actual Japanese sentences and natural Japanese sentences.

      Why choose Kentaro S.
      "Very chill and understanding tutor, highly recommend"
      Tea

      Tea

      February 24, 2023

    • Tutor japanese Kenji N.

      $

      12

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Gainesville, VA

        Speaks
      +1

      Active Japanese teacher!! 🐬 Living in Mexico 🐬 Personal Areas of Expertise: Economics, Politics, Management, Finance, Taxation, Marine Mammals, Travel, Scuba Diving, Surfing, Latin America, Music and Musical Instruments.

      Even after retiring at the age of 45, I have continued to invest in stocks, stocks, investment trusts, currencies, etc. every day since I was young.

      Why choose Kenji N.
      "After 6 lessons with Kenji sensei I feel I have already been able to get my previous japanese level back. If you want to focus on speaking I recommend this teacher. 😃"
      Fanny

      Fanny

      March 2, 2022

    • Tutor japanese Kiko M.
      Super Tutor

      $

      20

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Gainesville, VA

        Speaks
      +1

      日本語教師資格取得、2年の講師経験、大学客員講師 9 修了
      ◆日西文化センターでのボランティア (スペイン) 2017.1~6
      ◆Genki Jacs インターンシップ (福岡) 2021.7~9
      ◆オンライン日本語講師 2021.11~preply以外で400レッスン経験 
      ◆大学での日本語客員講師 2024.1~
      私のレッスンは会話中心のスタイルです。また、初級文法、キッズレッスンではパワーポイントを用意します。話す練習をしたい人、日本の文化に興味をもつ人、スラングや方言を勉強したい人、大歓迎です。

      【A0~A1】教科書:Genki Ⅰ, Ⅱ
      パワーポイントを用いてレッスンします。
      【A2~B2】フリートークまたはレッスンの前に記事を読んでレッスンに参加してもらいます。話しながら新しい言葉や表現を勉強しましょう。

      Why choose Kiko M.
      "Kiko sensei is so helpful, she takes time to slow down and make sure I understand the different phrases. It is also helpful that we bond over anime and manga, so often we can use anime and manga in example sentences to help me remember new vocabulary. I look forward to our next lesson! :) "
      Sarah

      Sarah

      May 18, 2023

    • Tutor japanese Maya S.

      $

      20

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Gainesville, VA

        Speaks

      We offer 4 courses by level ◇ Native instructor who speaks standard language ◇ English and Japanese used I also worked for a general company. We can teach you common Japanese company etiquette and honorific language.


      - Interview practice course
      If you are planning to have an interview in Japanese, or if you are concerned about your Japanese skills in a business setting, please click here.

      Why choose Maya S.
      "I've been learning with Mayaさん for about a month and half and its been great! Shes funny, she makes you feel comfortable speaking, even when you mess up. Her lessons are concise, and she explains difficult concepts very clearly so you can understand. I can feel myself improve after every lesson. I definitely recommend her to anybody learning Japanese at any level!"
      Bryant

      Bryant

      September 1, 2023

    • Tutor math, japanese and algebra Natsuhiko M.
      Super Tutor

      $

      25

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Gainesville, VA

        Speaks
      +3

      Achieve your goal through immersion learning! ☆Relax
      Sometimes Japanese words and expressions may not come out easily when you have something you want to express.
      I will always wait for you, so please take a deep breath, and try to say any partial expression no matter if it's grammatically incorrect, and also ask me any question. I will always help you to express yourself in Japanese.

      Why choose Natsuhiko M.
      "Thank you Natsu! You have helped increase our 13 year old son’s math grade from a C to an A-. Much appreciated!"
      Marc

      Marc

      November 26, 2023

    • Tutor japanese Ayano A.

      $

      15

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Gainesville, VA

        Speaks
      +1

      Have fun learning about your favorite topics and improve your Japanese! If you have fun talking, your Japanese will definitely improve! Let me support you to reach your goal! Since I also worked in Japan for several years, I can also teach Japanese used in business.

      I am so glad if I can help you to improve your Japanese! In the first trial session, I will ask you about what kind of skills you want to improve mainly, your goal and check your current Japanese skills.

      Why choose Ayano A.
      "Wonderful tutor. It was a great first lesson. She is patient, and I look forward to continuing with Ayano "
      Eric

      Eric

      March 28, 2024

    Why Preply is the best site to learn japanese in Gainesville, VA

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    Our japanese tutors on average answer students in 4 hours

    japanese lessons prices by tutor city

    Private tutors inPrice
    New York, NY

    $15 / hr

    Los Angeles, CA

    $15 / hr

    Chicago, IL

    $15 / hr

    Gainesville, VA

    $15 / hr

    Average rates for japanese classes in Gainesville, VA

    Native/non native speakersPrice

    Native japanese speakers

    $25 / hr

    Non native japanese speakers

    $22 / hr

    The average cost for japanese classes in Gainesville, VA 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 Gainesville, VA rate their Preply experience
    Sacha rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Feb 20, 2024
    Shinsuke is really dedicated to his students. He sends a slide presentation after each lesson so that you don't have to take notes and can focus on the lesson itself. Great experience, I wouldn't have passed my JLP5 without his help !
    Hanna rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Feb 20, 2024
    Saori was a very patient and kind teacher to my daughter. She prepared well for the lessons and tried very hard to make them engaging and fun, as my daughter was only four years old when she started. Although we didn’t have many lessons with her, my daughter had already progressed to saying simpl...
    Mélina rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Feb 20, 2024
    Hikari san is my first Japanese teacher, and I couldn't have asked for a better experience. Her patience and teaching style have accelerated my learning process significantly. With her, I feel motivated and engaged, as she makes the learning journey enjoyable and offers unwavering support through...
    thanyaporn rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Feb 20, 2024
    Tano sensei is very kind and gives a solid knowledge about Japan. Even though, I always talked go off topic of Sensei's lessons. Sensei is quite patient. It is considered a fun class, not boring.🥹🥹
    Antoine rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Feb 20, 2024
    I'm happy to learn japanese with Takuya san, he made a long term plan for my needs and always plan each of my lessons ahead, so everything goes smoothly. He sends the file after each lesson so I can review and practice anytime the things that I learnt.

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    Besides self-study using apps, you have 4 primary opportunities for learning Japanese interactively in Gainesville, VA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, research centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your second spource can be local specialized language academies that are cheaper and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Last, you can opt for a private Japanese tutor in Gainesville, VA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Gainesville, VA and online Japanese tutors.

    🎟 How expensive is it to learn Japanese and how much should Japanese tutors ask?

    For university and college courses you can estimate Japanese course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of 1/2 of a hundred lesson hours each semester. Language schools and individual Japanese tutors charge $30-55 an hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $50 or more. Some of the less pricey Japanese tutors can be found online, with prices on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor country of residence, availability 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 prove your profeciency level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, 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 add-ons they make available (like teaching children or teens, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.

    🔥 Why is Japanese so difficult and are there ways to learn it the easy way?

    Standardized language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Japanese. In reality, you can gain basic Japanese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback a few hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, be understood when you talk, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Finding native speakers is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Japanese. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Japanese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced speakers.

    🤷 How long does it take to get better at speaking Japanese?

    Some people have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Japanese will require at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ a lot depending on your already acquired level of Japanese or knowledge of other languages in the same group. As soon as you've learned the basics it is a good idea to use the language as often as possible: watch news and movies, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, find native speakers to speak with, try more ways to think and speak in Japanese out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Japanese classes online.

    🤳 Can I pick my own Japanese teacher?

    In language learning academies, there's a likelyhood you could choose your own tutor (from up to a dozen teachers). Online, always! The largest selection of tested Japanese tutors with detailed profiles and real student reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.

    🗓 Will I be able to fit lessons in my busy schedule?

    Colleges as a rule run classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools typically have 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.