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Manaka
- Rate US$26
- Response 2h
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Students12
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US$26/hr
Contact
1st lesson free
- Japanese
- Japanese speaking
- Japanese vocabulary
- Japanese reading
- Japanese writing
Expert Native Japanese Tutor | 10+ Years Experience | UC Alum & Master’s Degree | Kids to Adults | JLPT & School Curriculum
- Japanese
- Japanese speaking
- Japanese vocabulary
- Japanese reading
- Japanese writing
Lesson location
Recommended
Manaka is a respected member of our tutor community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Manaka
I am a native Japanese tutor from Yamagata with over 10 years of professional teaching experience and a strong academic background from the University of California (UC) and the University of Birmingham (UK). Having mastered English as a second language myself, I don't just teach you "what" to say—I explain the "how" and "why" behind it. I specialize in bridge-building: connecting Japanese linguistic structures with English logic. Whether you are a professional seeking business etiquette, a student tackling the JLPT, or a parent looking for "Kokugo" (Japanese school curriculum) for your child, I provide a structured yet flexible environment for all ages and levels.
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About the lesson
- Compulsory School
- Secondary School
- Higher Education
- +17
levels :
Compulsory School
Secondary School
Higher Education
Adult Education
Master
Doctorate
MBA
Pre-School
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
Other Professional Training
Elementary
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional
Children
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
For adult learners, my lessons go beyond simple repetition. We explore the architecture of the Japanese language and the cultural nuances that dictate how we speak.
• Logical Foundations: I provide clear, English-based explanations of Japanese grammar and sentence structure, making even complex particles and conjugations easy to grasp.
• Cultural Context: Learn the "invisible rules" of Japanese society. We discuss the mindset behind Keigo (honorifics) versus Tameguchi (casual speech) so you can navigate any social situation with confidence.
• Comprehensive Skill Building: From mastering Kanji and onomatopoeia to analyzing Anime, Manga, or J-POP, I use materials that resonate with your interests.
• For Young Learners: I offer engaging lessons including reading, writing, and formal "Kokugo" support, following the same curriculum used in Japanese public schools.
My goal is to empower you to speak Japanese naturally and thoughtfully. Let’s start your journey to true fluency today!
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Review
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5 (2 reviews)
Perfect! Manaka is a fantastic tutor and has a great amount of insight as a native Japanese speaker. Her methodology is flexible depending on what's needed. Whether that is reviewing straight out of the Genki textbooks, providing supplementary lessons or giving first-hand advice, she meets you at your level and helps you find your own pace. Her conversational focus has really helped me to improve my Japanese skills in only a few month's time! She's also very friendly and always makes the lessons feel more like a conversation. I can't recommend her enough!
Perfect! Kind and diligent, I’m excited to work with her in the future.
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Rates
Rate
- US$26
Pack prices
- 5h: US$130
- 10h: US$260
online
- US$26/h
free lessons
The first free lesson with Manaka will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 30mins
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