Hikari S.

Hello! I'm Hikari 😊

I was born and raised in Japan, and now I live in Vancouver, Canada 🇨🇦

📝📝Here’s what kind of teacher I am:

- Great at conversation

With 7 years of experience in sales, I can chat about everything from fun daily conversations to more serious business topics. I also have experience working in professional customer service in Tokyo's prime areas like Ginza and Roppongi, so I'm confident in my clear communication and polite Japanese✨. Let's have fun and engage in natural conversations together!🌸

- Knowledgeable about traveling in Japan

I love traveling both domestically and internationally. I've been to many prefectures in Japan, so I can suggest great spots in different regions✈️.

- Always positive thinking 💪

I value every small step forward and cherish our learning time together, celebrating our progress. I aim to help you feel the fun and depth of the Japanese language while supporting you with a bright and positive attitude✨. I genuinely engage with each student and give my all to support you. Together, we’ll create enjoyable learning experiences that build your confidence with every "I did it!" moment🙌.

💪💪My class strengths:

- Focused on improving conversation skills, so you'll see growth in your speaking abilities!!! 🗣️

- I promise to be 120% dedicated and supportive in our lessons🤝.

- I can provide specific recommendations for traveling in Japan!✈️

- I offer JLPT (N5 to N2) preparation lessons📚.

- Short-term intensive lessons are also available🏃‍♀️.

- I emphasize review, so you can solidify what you've learned🙋‍♀️.

- Having studied singing, I can help you learn clear pronunciation and enunciation in Japanese🗣️.

📘📘Lesson features:

【Trial Lesson】

I’ll ask about your Japanese level and goals beforehand, so after a quick self-introduction, we’ll dive right into the lesson🎵.

【Beginner Class】 Target: JLPT N5 to N4

All Japanese will be supported with readings (romaji or hiragana) and meanings in English, so complete beginners can join with ease😊. We’ll gradually get used to simple conversations, allowing you to express what you want to say in your own words✨.

【Intermediate Class】 Target: JLPT N4 to N3

We’ll use commonly used words in daily life for our conversations😊. During lessons, I prioritize giving students plenty of time to speak, ensuring that over 70% of the class is dedicated to output🗣️. I’ll carefully correct your natural word choices and grammar usage, helping you express your opinions and thoughts more naturally and smoothly🌸.

【Advanced Class】 Target: JLPT N2 to N1

We’ll freely engage in discussions on various themes, exchanging thoughts and opinions in a fun way😊. I can also help with essay corrections, business conversation practice, and interview preparation✨. Let’s build your ability to convey your thoughts in natural and smooth Japanese💪.

✍️I’ll correct any mistakes that come up during the lesson on the spot and send you a message about them. After the lesson, I’ll provide a detailed summary, so you can use it for review😊. Reviewing helps solidify your memory, so I encourage active self-study!

💡💡Hikari’s lessons are recommended for:

- Those who want to output a lot and improve their speaking skills🗣️.

- Those looking to expand their vocabulary and prepare for the JLPT📚.

- Those who want to make significant progress in a short time💪.

- Those who studied in the past but have forgotten some things📖.

- Those who want to master natural Japanese for work💼.

- Those who want to know travel recommendations in Japan✈️.

- Those who want to have kind and enjoyable lessons🌸.

✉️✉️Finally,

I believe that even with different languages and cultures, trust is built through compassionate communication. I always teach with my heart, aiming for you to think, "I’m glad I learned Japanese with Hikari!" 😊

Language learning becomes more enjoyable and effective when you progress with a trustworthy partner rather than going it alone✨. You might start off feeling uncertain, thinking, "Can I really speak...?" but by the end of the lesson, you’ll surely feel like, "I want to talk more!"

Let’s start with a casual trial lesson✨.

If you have any questions or concerns, feel free to message me anytime. I’m genuinely looking forward to meeting you🌸.

Hikari