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    Mayu O.

    Japanese tutor

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    From Japan

    Japan

    Beginners Welcome 🌸 Gain Confidence from Zero Japanese in Fun & Supportive Lessons | Adults Relearning Welcome | Mistakes Are OK | Personalized Goal-Based Support (Conversation, Travel, Study Abroad, Business) | English OK

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    About me

    Hello! I’m Mayu, a Japanese teacher from Saitama, currently living in Japan.


    I enjoy visiting cafés, traveling, exploring Japanese culture, and trying different Asian foods. In my lessons, I incorporate real-life experiences so you can learn natural Japanese that is immediately useful for travel and daily conversations — all in a fun and engaging way.


    Have you studied Japanese before using apps or lessons but forgotten much of it?

    Have you traveled to Japan but struggled to communicate due to the language barrier?


    I offer beginner-friendly lessons and support adult learners who want to start again from the basics in a comfortable and supportive environment.


    It’s okay to make mistakes.

    It’s okay if you’re not confident in your Japanese.

    I will guide you step by step with clear and patient instruction.


    Your lessons will be tailored to your personal goals — whether for conversation, travel, study abroad, or business. In addition to language, you can also learn about Japanese culture, traditions, and etiquette.


    Let’s build your confidence together through lessons that are fun, supportive, and truly effective.


    ✨ If you’re ready to start, I would love to meet you in a trial lesson and create a personalized plan just for you.


    I have taught over 250 lessons as an online private tutor.

    I specialize in relearning the basics, grammar, daily conversation, travel Japanese, and Japanese culture & manners.

    I mainly use textbooks such as Irodori, GENKI, and NHK Easy Japanese, combining conversation practice with cultural explanations.

    I adapt the lessons to each student’s pace, helping you progress step by step without stress.



    If you want to regain your Japanese skills or speak confidently in daily life or while traveling, you are very welcome!

    I recommend taking lessons twice a week to steadily improve your Japanese skills without feeling overwhelmed.

    Let’s relearn the basics together, explore Japanese culture and manners, and enjoy speaking Japanese!

    I will fully support you according to your goals and needs.

    I speak

    Japanese

    Native

    English

    Upper-Intermediate B2

    Lesson rating

    5.0

    Reassurance

    5.0

    Clarity

    5.0

    Progress

    5.0

    Preparation

    Based on 11 anonymous student reviews

    What my students say

    5

    Based on 16 student reviews

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      Minni

      February 24, 2026

      Mayu is a great tutor! I enjoy our lessons!
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      Chloe

      February 17, 2026

      I ask many questions during my lessons and Mayu is always patient and understanding. She listens to exactly what it is I want to learn and will make my lessons and homework fit perfectly! Totally satisfied with my progress and can see myself continuing to learn from her ^^
    • Jonathan

      Jonathan

      February 15, 2026

      Mayu is great at teaching Japanese in a way that's easy to understand! I'm specifically learning more grammar and vocab, and she's always willing to accommodate and help practice natural Japanese conversation!
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      Farah

      January 15, 2026

      Mayu is an amazing teacher! I’ve been taking lessons with her for quite a while now. She always accommodates to my needs and the lessons she prepares are easy to understand and are very simple! I also learn a lot from just one class. If you are looking for a japanese tutor, you should definitely take classes with her! ❤️
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      tyou

      December 18, 2025

      Mayu is a wonderful teacher. She prepared the content thoroughly. Thank you.
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      Tina

      December 3, 2025

      Highly satisfied with Mayu sensei classes. My 10 year old son has been actively engaged in her classes. Really appreciate the dedication on her part to make the classes interesting. Would recommend her to all, as she blends according to the students needs.

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    My specialties

    Conversational Japanese

    I have over a year of experience teaching with foreign friends in Japanese and English.

    Japanese for beginners

    I use “Irodori,” a free online textbook, and “Genki,” a classroom-style textbook, for my lessons with beginner and intermediate learners.

    JLPT

    I provide exam preparation support for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) levels N2 to N4. For test preparation, we use the Nihongo Sōmatome series to train grammar, vocabulary, kanji, and other skills in a well-balanced way. Before the exam, students practice with many questions similar to the actual test to be fully prepared.During lessons, we use e-books, but students will need to purchase the textbooks for homework and independent study.

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    $20

    50-min lesson

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