Junichiro Japanese · Beginner to N1 · Online · 1-on-1
Private lessons online
Private 1-on-1 Japanese lessons for learners who want regular speaking practice, clear grammar explanations, JLPT support, and more natural conversation. Lessons are adjusted for beginner, intermediate, and advanced learners, including N1-focused conversation practice.
Private Japanese speaking lessons via Google Meet
Monthly plans for consistent learners from beginner to advanced
Conversation, grammar, JLPT, and practical lesson content based on your goals.
About Me
From the age of 19, I spent four years in Tokyo studying acting. During that time, I also began posting on TikTok and received support from people around the world, which eventually inspired me to become a Japanese tutor. Since beginning this work in early 2025, I have had the pleasure of teaching students from many different parts of the world.
Born Jan 10, 1999 · From Hyogo
Beginner to N1, including conversation-focused lessons for learners who have already passed N1.
Beyond the textbook. Lesson materials and useful references for natural, living Japanese.
Anime, manga, TV, food, and daily culture can become light conversation topics.
Favorite Works
Ask me casually during live streams!
Lesson Style
Lessons use practical lesson materials, useful references, and suitable existing resources depending on your level and goals.
Real-world Japanese as native speakers actually use it, alongside clear grammar.
Learn the culture behind the language to communicate more effectively and naturally.
Before Booking
Pricing
Thoughtfully structured, flexible online lessons adjusted to your level and goals. All plans are prepaid monthly. Pay via Wise by 23:59 JST two days before your first lesson.
Google Meet
Platform60 minutes
Per sessionMon–Fri
Weekdays onlyMin. 1/week
Minimum frequencyBasic
Standard Plan
$60/hour
1 hour × 4
Basic Plus
+10 min per session
$60/hour
1h 10m × 4
Double
2x Standard
$60/hour
2 hours × 4
Double Plus
Double + 10 min
$60/hour
2h 10m × 4
*For other plans, feel free to ask. Example: 4 hours/week can be 1 hour × 4 sessions or 2 hours × 2 sessions.
I currently have limited weekday lesson slots available.
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I can suggest a suitable plan and schedule.
Schedule Check
After choosing a plan, compare your local time with Japan time and send 2–3 possible weekday lesson times when you contact me.
Both standard time and DST are taken into account, since the offset shifts seasonally.
Eastern, Central, Mountain, and Pacific each differ — please confirm your local time.
Countries observing DST may see lesson times shift around the seasonal switch.
Mostly stable year-round; Australia and New Zealand may need DST confirmation.
For students in countries that observe daylight saving time, lesson schedules may need to be adjusted around the switching periods (typically March and November). Any change is discussed with each student individually — this only refers to the seasonal switch, not weekly time changes.
Student Reviews
Clear, structured lessons in a supportive atmosphere.
Clear structure with a supportive atmosphere · England
Read full review“Junichiro’s lessons are incredible to put it simply. The lessons are well guided, well structured and entertaining! Junichiro himself is passionate about teaching and offers the utmost support for his students. I have felt respected and encouraged in my language learning journey and even when I have made mistakes I am still shown patience and kindness. I cannot recommend him or his lessons enough, and no words are able to fully express my gratitude towards him. I fully recommend his lessons, you are certain to learn a lot!”
Student · England
“He is attentive to students’ needs and provides clear explanations.”
Strong fit for learners who want careful guidance · USA
Read full review“I have been taking lessons with Junichiro for about a year, and I have found his teaching style very helpful. He is attentive to students’ needs and is willing to answer questions, providing clear explanations when something is difficult to understand. He also creates a comfortable learning environment. Compared to last year, I feel that my Japanese has improved a lot. My lessons have been intermittent, but they have been much more effective for me than self-studying alone.”
Student · USA
Flexible lessons that fit a busy weekly schedule.
Flexible, engaging N3 support with personal pacing · USA
Read full review“I cannot recommend Juni-san's personal Japanese tutoring highly enough, especially for anyone juggling a busy schedule. The flexibility has been a total game-changer; being able to fit high-quality instruction into my week without feeling overwhelmed has kept my momentum consistent. Unlike more rigid programs, the pacing here is tailored to my personal progress, allowing me to dive deeper into complex language concepts and progress once I’ve mastered a topic.
The lessons are incredibly engaging, moving far beyond standard textbook drills. I am currently studying for the N3, and Juni-san has been instrumental in navigating the jump in difficulty. What sets this experience apart is how the lessons are specifically tailored to address common pitfalls where students may have struggled in the past. This proactive approach to teaching has helped me iron out bad habits and Juni-san's patience in clarifying confusing grammar points has prevented them from becoming obstacles.
I would also say that Juni-san's personal touch is intermittently focusing on Japanese language cultural nuances and frequently giving me opportunities to improve my listening comprehension. This has given me a level of confidence I simply didn’t have before. If you’re serious about passing the proficiency exam while actually enjoying the process, Juni-san's lessons are an invaluable resource.”
Student · USA
Lessons connect textbook study with natural spoken Japanese.
Practical lessons with natural language and cultural insight · Spain
Read full review“I have been taking private Japanese lessons with Junichiro for almost three months now, and my motivation is still as strong as day one. His lessons are genuinely enjoyable and always fly by far too quickly. He is extremely professional, well-prepared, and has excellent teaching materials, but what I appreciate most is that he does not follow a rigid, overly academic approach. Junichiro adapts his lessons to my needs, my goals, and even my personal interests, including anime references, which makes learning both engaging and meaningful. More importantly, he helps me understand real, spoken Japanese, not just the textbook version. Through his teaching, I am also learning a great deal about Japanese culture, traditions, and ways of thinking, which makes the experience even more fascinating. I highly recommend Junichiro. He is a serious, dedicated, and professional teacher, while also being friendly, fun, and a pleasure to learn with!”
Student · Spain
“I feel more confident speaking Japanese in my everyday life and much less stressed.”
Advanced N2 learner building real-life speaking confidence · Russia
Read full review“I already had N2 level when I started lessons with teacher Junichiro. At that time, I had already been living in Japan for two years, but I still could not speak properly, so I decided to take lessons simply to improve my speaking skills.
At first, it was very challenging, and I struggled to make even simple sentences, maybe because of a huge language barrier. But teacher Junichiro is very understanding and always tries to make every lesson comfortable for his students.
Step by step, I became less nervous with each lesson. Feeling comfortable is very important when speaking another language, which is why I especially appreciate all his efforts to handle situations when I could not say a word.
Thanks to teacher Junichiro, I feel more confident speaking Japanese in my everyday life and much less stressed. He also provides a lot of information about slang and cultural nuances, which is crucial for me as a resident of Japan.
I’m very grateful and happy that I chose teacher Junichiro!”
Student · Russia
“He is patient, professional, and makes every lesson feel smooth and comfortable.”
Encouraging speaking practice and steady confidence building · Scotland
Read full review“Junichiro is a very good teacher. He is patient, professional, and makes every lesson feel smooth and comfortable. I learn something new each lesson, and I always enjoy studying with him. He is especially encouraging when speaking practice feels difficult, which has helped me build more confidence in Japanese.”
Student · Scotland
Friendly lessons with steady learning and practice.
Fun, enjoyable lessons with steady learning · Netherlands
Read full review“Very good lessons, you learn a lot from a nice teacher. He makes the lessons fun and more enjoyable. 10/10 experience”
Student · Netherlands


Teaching Approach
A calm 1-on-1 space to speak, ask questions, and study Japanese at your current level. Lessons can be structured, flexible, or somewhere in between depending on what helps you continue.
Most lessons follow a comfortable rhythm: a short warm-up, quick review, one clear focus for the day, practice together, and a simple recap at the end.
Beginners can use more English support and build the basics step by step. Intermediate and advanced learners can focus more on nuance, discussion, listening, and natural phrasing.
Alongside grammar and vocabulary, you can learn how Japanese is actually phrased in real situations, including small differences in tone, context, and culture. When useful, topics from daily life or media can become a natural way into the language.
Homework is optional and never forced. When useful, I can suggest review points or light practice. A student-only Instagram group also helps you stay connected with Japanese between lessons.
A steady place to practice, ask questions, and turn the Japanese you understand into Japanese you can actually use.
Lessons are held online via Google Meet. Plans are prepaid monthly and begin with a minimum of one lesson per week. Homework is optional, and I can suggest review points when useful. If you are unsure about your level, schedule, or goals, you can ask before booking.
Lesson pricing has been refreshed across all plans. Please see the Lessons section for the latest rates.
The Free Japanese Corner has been improved. The hiragana chart now shows each row more clearly, and the mini quiz includes corrected readings.
Free Japanese Corner
Explore hiragana with audio, learn essential phrases, and test yourself with quizzes — no sign-up needed.
All 46 characters with audio
Listen and learn essential expressions
Hiragana and kanji reading challenges
Contact and Booking
For lesson inquiries, Instagram DM or email are both welcome. Tell me your Japanese level, goals, time zone, and preferred lesson schedule. I can suggest a suitable plan if there is an opening that fits.
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Tell me your level, goals, time zone, and preferred schedule. I can suggest a suitable lesson plan if there is an opening that fits.