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

    Do you want to follow online Japanese lessons in Torrance, CA? On Preply you can pick from 1716 Japanese teachers near you for 1-to-1 classes online. With online instead of in-person lessons you can attend classes at any moment you want, wherever you are. This way your busy schedule won't be in the way of your language learning development. Book online Japanese lessons in Torrance, CA. Preply is the quickest growing language learning platform for online private classes. 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 tutor for you. Plan 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 Ichigaku I.

      New

      tutor

      $

      10

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Torrance, CA

        Speaks

      Beginners are welcome Learn in a short period of time with unique method I also like manga and anime, so you may have the opportunity to talk about those in class.
      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 Chigusa F.

      $

      16

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Torrance, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      日本語教育能力検定試験合格!プロの日本語講師!「たのしくはなそう、にほんご!」 着物(kimono)や茶道(sado:tea ceremony)を学び、
      そのうちに、日本や日本人、日本語、日本文化について、
      日本語教育能力検定試験に合格し、
      オンラインと地域の教室で、日本語を教えています。
      よく考えるようになりました。
      15か国、30人以上の世界中の生徒さんと
      今は、プロの日本語の先生としてはたらいています。
      京都のボランティア教室で日本語の先生をはじめました。
      そこで、世界中の人たちとたくさん話をしました。
      こんにちは。日本語の先生、Chigusaです。
      フランスに行って、ひとり旅をしました。

      Why choose Chigusa F.
      "I enjoyed the lesson with Chigusa very much!"
      Yeunhee

      Yeunhee

      January 19, 2024

    • Tutor japanese Kyoko S.
      Super Tutor

      $

      60

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Torrance, CA

        Speaks

      Experienced tutor for beginners I’m also learning English, Spanish and Korean. So I know well that learning a language is amazing, and you can broaden your world! Making mistakes is important to understand more, so you don’t need to hesitate to make mistakes in my class!
      Let’s enjoy learning Japanese with me, Kyoko sensei!!!

      Why choose Kyoko S.
      "Kyoko is my first teacher on Preply and I already found the perfect teacher for my Japanese studies. She is very enthusiastic, diligent and overall a kind and fun person. The learning atmosphere she creates is very comforting and thus, I felt comfortable using my Japanese from the beginning in our conversation studies. She is also talented in explaining Grammar and Japanese expression and gives helpful example sentences. Lately we have also integrated some Manga into the lessons, which is a creative and fun way to learn Japanese. Furthermore, her English is very good, which is great for beginners or explaining difficult grammar. Overall, I can definitely recommend Kyoko as a Japanese Teacher for every skill level. "
      Jan

      Jan

      December 14, 2019

    • Tutor japanese 萌雪 高.
      Super Tutor

      $

      15

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Torrance, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      Learn REAL Japanese! Speak with a Native speaker! I'm here for you!! 🌿Intermediate
      →Learning verb form(masu form, te form. . . )📚
      →Studying basic Grammar✏️
      →Creating sentences in Japanese💭
      →Be able to explain your feeling, your day and your opinion💬
      →Talking with me just in Japanese👯‍♀️
      Don’t be afraid speaking in Japanese I'm here to help you🔥

      Why choose 萌雪 高.
      "Sensei Mone is such a good teacher! Her english is great and can explain in english! her personality is warm and fun! and she has impeccable fashion taste www! めっちゃおしゃれね! you can also learn kansai ben from her! i highly recommend this teacher! i look forward to working with you sensei!"
      Ryo

      Ryo

      January 9, 2024

    • Tutor japanese Yukio N.

      $

      25

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Torrance, CA

        Speaks

      Japanese tutor from Japan.3years of experience My lesson is enjoyable and caring. Most of learners want to speak Japanese fluently. Please mail me and try my lessons. I am able to provide useful conversational phrases, grammar,listening ,JLPT, and so on in my lesson with another textbook. I have the lesson with the textbook called ``Minna no Nihongo`` which is most popular Japanese textbook in the world.

      Why choose Yukio N.
      "I'm definitely glad to find japanese language tutor like Yukio san here! He is very positive and interesting person. He has a great personal and professional experience (especially, for some tutor seekers who intend to study or work in Japan - I will recommend Yukio san's lessons). Also he is highly responsible and punctual. His approach in the teaching is surely suitable for me. My best recommendations."
      Arthur

      Arthur

      December 11, 2016

    • Tutor japanese Izumi K.

      New

      tutor

      $

      20

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Torrance, CA

        Speaks

      Tutor for 2 year experiences. I can speak both; Japanese and English. Book a trial lesson so you can see how the lesson goes and works for you. Please don’t be hesitate to contact me!
      I’ve taught English to middle school and high school students for 2 years. I have 805 for TOEIC test.
      Best regards.
      I have two years experience of teaching as a tutor and am confident in teaching.

    • Tutor japanese John T.

      $

      13

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Torrance, CA

        Speaks

      Let's expand your new vocabulary. Almost 3 years of teaching in preply.
      Most of them studied daily Japanese conversation,writing Hiragana,Katakana and Kanji from me.
      Therefore,I have been working in service industry and office worker for more than 10 years. I'm good at conversation class is my recommendation for you. Let's learn useful daily Japanese with me!

      Why choose John T.
      "John has been teaching my teenage daughter for a long time now and has a lot of patience and understanding especially as she has ADHD and suspected autism. She enjoys every lesson and he explains things in a simple way for her to understand. I would highly recommend. "
      Lynda

      Lynda

      March 10, 2024

    • Tutor japanese Hironobu O.

      $

      15

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Torrance, 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 Mika T.

      $

      30

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Torrance, CA

        Speaks

      Certified tutor Then, we find out the best way to improve your Japanese.
      and also I can arrange lessons according to your request.
      I will help you can get a something PLUS through my lessons.
      Let’s start to talk casually.
      🌟I can teach various levels of students.
      Especially recommended for those who want to learn Japanese in a systematic way!

      Why choose Mika T.
      "I have been taking lessons with Mika-san for three months and I really enjoyed every single one. When I had a particular topic I wanted to work on, Mika-san prepared a lot of material for me. If I wanted to have a relaxed chat, she adapted her Japanese to my (beginner's) level and would write down all the new words for me. I appreciate that Mika-san speaks Japanese all the way through the lesson, repeating patiently or re-formulating when I don't understand. On top of that, she has a charming personality, she is very kind and easy to talk to. Highly recommended! "
      Camilla

      Camilla

      February 12, 2023

    • Tutor japanese Kenji N.

      $

      12

      50-min lesson

      • Japanese

      Time zone: Torrance, CA

        Speaks
      +1

      Active Japanese teacher!! 🐬 Living in Mexico 🐬 Completed the Japanese teacher training course,
      Currently, I teach Japanese in Central and South America, mainly in Mexico and Colombia.
      Due to the pandemic, schools were closed, so I started online classes. Online class experience will start in 2020.

      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

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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

    Torrance, CA

    $20 / hr

    Average rates for japanese classes in Torrance, CA

    Native/non native speakersPrice

    Native japanese speakers

    $25 / hr

    Non native japanese speakers

    $22 / hr

    The average cost for japanese classes in Torrance, 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 Torrance, CA rate their Preply experience
    Rose rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Jan 11, 2024
    千鶴 鈴 sensei is kind, patient, friendly and accommodating. She adjusts the pace, topics and workload to suit student needs. She manages multiple platforms well to create a seamless, interactive class. Students will learn alot from her. Highly recommended!
    Shiona rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Jan 11, 2024
    I have had two lessons with Chikako San, and I am very happy with her teaching. She is very patient, kind, and open. She takes the time to learn your learning style, and is able to individualize the learning. I can’t wait for more!
    Henrique rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Jan 11, 2024
    I'm having classes with Aoi Sensei to learn the language from the beginning and prepare for a basic Japanese test. She is being incredible helpful, teaching classes adapted to my needs and always explaining the subjects clearly. She is also very friendly and patient. I'm enjoying very much learni...
    Jack rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Jan 11, 2024
    Fun and interesting teacher. Her English is excellent, prepare lessons based on your goals, definitely recommend.
    Dustin rated · Japanese tutor.
    5.0Jan 11, 2024
    Yui is very kind and sends out course material at the end of the lesson for self study. She additionally asks before assigning homework. Personally I find it helpful to have items I need to complete on my own, but people who don't will have the option. Good tutor!

    Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

    🌆 How can I master Japanese in Torrance, CA and what are my options in terms of commitment?

    Besides self-study using recorded courses, you have 4 key choices for learning Japanese interactively in Torrance, CA. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, ask about the 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, not-for-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can find a private Japanese tutor in Torrance, CA. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Torrance, CA and online Japanese tutors.

    🎟 Is it expensive 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 price of 1/2 of a hundred course hours each semester. Language centers and independent Japanese tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Japanese tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, availability and specialization. Average reviews for Japanese lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.

    📚 What level of Japanese do I need 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 volume and testing, so research those in advance. With personal Japanese tutors you can read real feedback for whom the tutor is effective with and which other extras they make available (like instruction for beginners, etc.) For best flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.

    🔥 Why is Japanese not easy and are there ways to learn it more effectively?

    One-size-fits-all 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 5 hours a week you will be able to understand common expressions, be understood when you talk, do most everyday tasks in about a year. Offline interaction is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a rapid and affordable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Japanese. After gaining 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 just have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Japanese will take at least 600 hours of active use. The length of time can differ significantly depending on your current level of Japanese or knowledge of other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is advised to use the language as often as possible: watch videos, start a journal or write posts and comments using your new language skills, look for native speakers to speak with, try as many as possible ways to think and speak in Japanese out loud. If this is a greater challenge than you had anticipated you can also take conversational Japanese classes online.

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

    In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, absolutely! The largest selection of tested Japanese tutors with detailed profiles and customer reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.

    🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?

    Colleges typically run classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools give shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can take as few as one lesson a year, as many as several a day - and as many (or as few) as you want during any time of day, on weekdays and/or weekends.