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Japanese classes in Tokyo: Find a private tutor near you

Do you want to follow online Japanese lessons in Tokyo? On Preply you can choose from 1704 Japanese teachers near you for private classes online. With online instead of in-person classes you can attend lessons at any moment you want, wherever you are. This way your busy schedule won't be in the way of your language learning evolution. Schedule online Japanese lessons in Tokyo. Preply is the fastest growing language learning platform for online private lessons. Whether you have just relocated and want to learn the local language of a country or want to learn a new language for fun, we have the right teacher for you. Schedule 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 Mikako O.
    Super Tutor

    $

    18

    50-min lesson

    • Japanese

    Time zone: Tokyo

      Speaks

    Let’s study Japanese with certified tutor! Beginners are Welcome! ⭐︎For Beginners⭐︎
    We can have very simple conversation in Japanese. I usually use textbook or other materials as well.
    (Absolute Beginners are also welcome! We can start from simple greeting.
    I understand the challenges of learning a new language. Don’t worry about mistakes. )

    Why choose Mikako O.
    "Mikako Sensei gently corrects my pronunciation and missing particles; keeps me on track; and is patient and joyful."
    A

    A

    March 11, 2024

  • Tutor japanese Mari L.

    New

    tutor

    $

    24

    50-min lesson

    • Japanese

    Time zone: Tokyo

      Speaks
    +1

    I won't be your teacher, but your companion. Excellent lessons in EN🇺🇸, GE🇩🇪, or JP🇯🇵!! I learn Chinese now!
    - am a certified Japanese teacher (passed the Japanese Language Teaching Proficiency Test)
    - can give you lessons in English or German
    - am good at teaching from beginner to intermediate level (A0-B2) and also Children
    The most important thing for learning a language is to enjoy it!

  • Tutor japanese Mutsumi K.

    $

    15

    50-min lesson

    • Japanese

    Time zone: Tokyo

      Speaks

    あなたに合わせたレッスンをお届けします♪Deep Japan教えます。 こんにちは!私の名前はむつみです。
    私は、猫、食べること、旅行をすること、自然の中で遊ぶことが好きです。猫を2匹飼っているので、レッスン中に登場するかもしれません。旅行が大好きで、たくさんの国を旅行しました。次はメキシコに行きたいです。
    日本語のネイティブスピーカーです。カナダに1年間住んだことがあり、英語を少し話せるので、英語でサポートもできます。
    スノーボードを18年間続けています。
    外国の人に、日本語を教えていた経験があります。現在は、コミュニケーションチューターもしています。
    色々なことに興味があるので、たくさんお話しましょう。

    Why choose Mutsumi K.
    "Mutsumi-san is extremely helpful and patient in her classes. The conversations are engaging and we never ran out of topics to talk about. Her classes help me increase my vocabulary and sentence structuring/correct them. Definitely recommend. :)"
    Arvin

    Arvin

    April 16, 2024

  • Tutor japanese Eri T.
    Super Tutor

    $

    19

    50-min lesson

    • Japanese

    Time zone: Tokyo

      Speaks
    +1

    私の好きな日本食は寿司、ラーメン、牛タンです! あなたは何ですか? 日本の好きなことをたくさんお話しましょう! 日本語・英語・フランス語話せます★ ★ゲームをして楽しく学ぼう!
    えり先生と呼んでください。
    最近あった出来事などを私に話してください☺️
    私はあなたのことが知りたいです。
    ・美味しい魚料理が食べられます。
    ★私と日本語をたくさん話そう!
    ・ディズニーランドが近くにあります。
    ・絵が描いてあるカードやフラッシュカード使ってゲームのように楽しく覚えていきましょう。
    趣味や好きなことをお話ししましょう。
    ・今はフランスのニースに住んでいます。
    毎日フランス語の勉強をしています。
    晴れの日が多く海もあります。
    ・Netflixを見ること。

    Why choose Eri T.
    "Eri prepares great visual aids to help us understand the content. She is very patient in explaining the details and answering our questions. She makes sure we truly understand what we learned during the class. The class is full of fun, which makes our language learning very enjoyable. "
    Suqin

    Suqin

    February 11, 2024

  • Tutor japanese Mieko T.

    New

    tutor

    $

    10

    50-min lesson

    • Japanese

    Time zone: Tokyo

      Speaks

    「楽しく継続! 日本語の楽しいおしゃべりの時間です! 子供と子供の心を持つ大人の方を、おもてなしの心でお待ちしています!」 こんにちは! 講師のMiekoです。
    子育てについてや夫婦関係など、ママさんの悩みも聞くことができます(^^)
    ​​わたしは大学の工学部化学系出身です。中学生と高校生の家庭教師もしていましたので、日本語で学校の勉強をお手伝いすることもできます。
    わたしは0歳から11歳までの幼児・小学生とママのための教室の先生をしていました。レッスンでは生徒が主役を心がけ、自らやる気になってくれる雰囲気作りが得意です。手遊び・歌・お絵描き・お店屋さんごっこ・しりとり・読み聞かせなどを使って飽きないで続けられる楽しいレッスンをしていきましょう。

  • Tutor japanese 智英子 篠.

    $

    9

    50-min lesson

    • Japanese

    Time zone: Tokyo

      Speaks

    I am a lecturer who is good at business Japanese and has 5 years of tutoring experience! You can adapt it to your students depending on what they want to study. We can accommodate a wide range of subjects, from those who want to study the basics to daily conversation, slang, and business Japanese.
    Also, I have traveled to many countries, so I think I can talk about various cultural differences and Japanese culture.

    Why choose 智英子 篠.
    "Great to finally learn about how to say what Japanese foods I like!"
    Julian

    Julian

    March 16, 2024

  • Tutor japanese 太一 横.

    $

    21

    50-min lesson

    • Japanese

    Time zone: Tokyo

      Speaks
    +3

    I have been teaching Japanese for more than 5 years, I'd like to not only teaching, but also learn about your country, culture, history, and language. If you are interested in Japanese, culture, we can exchange and talk about it by learning Japanese. Personally, when you learn a language, you learn grammar first, but you can find teaching styles that suit each method.
    I have 5 years of teaching experience, in U. S. and in Japan to high school exchange students from all over the world. I have taught not only advanced level students, but also complete beginners as well.

    Why choose 太一 横.
    "Taichi is helping me study and keeps me motivated and makes every lesson fun with interesting facts and well researched topics. Even if he didn't write it in his bio, he can also speak italian very well and we speak in italian when we don't speak in japanese. Very much recommended!"
    Andrea

    Andrea

    April 4, 2022

  • Tutor japanese Wakana I.

    New

    tutor

    $

    15

    50-min lesson

    • Japanese

    Time zone: Tokyo

      Speaks
    +2

    I am your japanese friend, not a teacher. I hope you will like Japan and japanese more! Hello ! I'm Wakana. I am Japanese who live in Tokyo.
    What I like : Trip, Eat and Running
    Japanese food : Udon, Yakitori and Asahi beer
    Places in Japan : Hiroshima and Okayama
    What brings you to be interested in Japanese? Tell me!
    I obtained a certification for teaching Japanese in Japan and then taught Japanese in Thailand in a public school before the pandemic.

  • Tutor japanese Yuki I.

    $

    21

    50-min lesson

    • Japanese

    Time zone: Tokyo

      Speaks

    6年以上の経験がある認定日本語講師☆正しく美しい日本語にレベルアップさせます。ビジネス経験があるので初級からビジネス日本語まで教えます。 こんにちは!ゆうきです。旅行や映画やハイキングが大好きです。
    レッスン終了後には毎回、勉強で役立つPDFを差し上げています。
    もちろん、日本の文化や日本で流行っているものなども教えます。Preplyを通じて皆さんとお話し、勉強できるのがとても楽しく、うれしく思います。
    日本生まれの日本育ちです。認定講師として6年以上、日本語学校やオンライン、プライベートレッスンで日本語を教えていました。
    私の授業では基本的にみなさんのニーズに合わせて授業を計画します。文法、漢字、会話、読解、JLPT対策などの目標に合わせて勉強します。私が授業の準備をしていますので、教科書などを買う必要はありません。

    Why choose Yuki I.
    "Very understanding and enthusiastic tutor. Yuki has made her own exclusive tips to help learning the hiragana symbols more efficiently and easy. It is priceless for those who has just started studying nihongo. どうもありがとう、ゆきさん。"
    Kirill

    Kirill

    April 22, 2024

  • Tutor japanese Komei H.
    Super Tutor

    $

    16

    50-min lesson

    • Japanese

    Time zone: Tokyo

      Speaks

    Laid-back and patient Japanese teacher with 6 years of teaching experience Please send me a message anytime and we can talk about what you want to get out of learning Japanese with me.

    I have 6 years of teaching at a cram school.

    Book a trial lesson with me and let's discuss your needs and goals. Even if you don't feel confident about your Japanese yet, please don't hesitate to contact me, as I am a very laid-back and patient teacher.

    Why choose Komei H.
    "I highly recommend you book with Komei. I’ve been learning Japanese for a little over two months and I’ve made such progress! He is kind, patient and will work around your strengths and needs. "
    Faduma

    Faduma

    April 20, 2024

Why Preply is the best site to learn japanese in Tokyo

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japanese tutors with an average rating of 5 and up to 124 reviews

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Our japanese tutors speak on average 3 different languages

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Our japanese tutors on average answer students in 4 hours

japanese lessons prices by tutor city

Private tutors inPrice
Tokyo

¥2,337 / hr

Osaka

¥1,870 / hr

Kobe

¥2,337 / hr

Average rates for japanese classes in Tokyo

Native/non native speakersPrice

Native japanese speakers

¥3,896 / hr

Non native japanese speakers

¥3,428 / hr

The average cost for japanese classes in Tokyo 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 Tokyo rate their Preply experience
BANDAI NAMCO Studios Singapore rated · Japanese tutor.
5.0May 2, 2024
Yutaka-sensei is a great teacher who is able to accomodate the learning pace and preference of the student in a conducive way, and is kind to share not only language, but culture in an easy to understand and enjoyable way. Highly recommended!!
Jason rated · Japanese tutor.
5.0May 2, 2024
Lisa is an amazing and friendly teacher and has been very helpful with anything I am confused about. She was able to quickly analyse the level of Japanese I was at and accommodate future lessons accordingly.
Lu rated · Japanese tutor.
5.0May 2, 2024
Risa sensei is a very good teacher. She always structures the classes, provides very useful material and always answers my questions (which are not few). She is very patient and makes you want to keep learning ^^
Vince rated · Japanese tutor.
5.0May 2, 2024
Ryo san is a very pleasant teacher. He takes his time to talk about the topics of my interest and correct's me whenever I make mistakes. I would very much recommend his lessons! ありがとうございました!
Adrian rated · Japanese tutor.
5.0May 2, 2024
Shinya is polite and easygoing. We follow a structured course with the genki textbook. I look forward to keep learning hand by hand with Shinya.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

🌆 How can I master Japanese in Tokyo and what are the possibilities in terms of commitment?

Besides self-study with apps, you have several primary choices for learning Japanese interactively in Tokyo. 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 a little more affordable.) Your second possibility can be local private language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, government-supported learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. Fourth, you can choose a private Japanese tutor in Tokyo. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Tokyo 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 as 1/10th of the yearly tuition (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the cost of fifty or so class hours each semester. Language academies and independent Japanese tutors charge $30-55 for hourly group lesson, with individual classes starting from $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 country of residence, availability and student demand. 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 to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. 'Canned' classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework level and exams, so research the details 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 teaching children or teens, etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from those teaching online.

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

One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Japanese. Realistically, you can gain basic Japanese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback several hours a week you will be able to understand many sentences, have simple conversations, get proficient in daily routines in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a fast and easy way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Japanese. After attaining 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 achieve a good level of 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 necessitate at least 600 hours of dedication. The amount of time can differ significantly depending on your current level of Japanese or knowledge of 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 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 tutor?

In language centers, it's possible that you can choose your own tutor (from the ones who already work there). Online, certainly! The largest selection of pre-screened Japanese tutors with full profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning platforms like Preply.

🗓 What's the best time to schedule classes?

Colleges as a rule schedule classes two times weekly over a semester (75-day period). Language schools as a rule make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, you can choose your own lesson frequency and time, on weekdays and/or weekends.