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    Kao S.

    Japanese tutor

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    From Japan

    Japan

    [Beginner to Intermediate] Don't worry about making mistakes! I'll gently support you as you learn to speak little by little.

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    About me

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    Hello! I'm Kao 😊

    I love talking with people and sharing in their growth. I used to work as a nurse, and I'm here to listen to your Japanese "slowly and thoroughly" until the end.

    Feel free to speak without worrying about making mistakes!

    I understand how it feels to be anxious about pronunciation or not being able to convey your thoughts. If you're worried about whether you can speak well, don't be! Let's experience the joy of speaking Japanese together!


    ✅ Lesson Content

    Let's create a lesson plan together that fits your goals and level!

    1. [For Beginners]

    - If you want to focus on daily conversation: Let's practice speaking together!

    - If you're new to Japanese: We'll use the "Minna no Nihongo" textbook to learn step by step from the basics.

    - If you can speak a little: We can have conversation-centered lessons while learning the basics from the textbook! Let's practice using what you've learned right away.


    2. [For Intermediate Learners]

    - If you understand grammar but want to speak more naturally, this is highly recommended!

    Through free talk, you'll immerse yourself in Japanese and learn "more natural expressions" and "nuances."


    3. [Others]

    If you want to learn Japanese for travel or study simple Japanese for use in welfare settings, that's great too! Let me know what you want to communicate. We'll practice Japanese together to make sure your message gets across.


    Recommended for:

    - Those who want to gain confidence in speaking Japanese

    - Those who want to output what they know in Japanese

    - Those who want to make friends with native Japanese speakers

    - Those who want to talk about hobbies

    - Those who want to discuss each other's cultures


    📍 About Me

    - Born and raised in Okinawa: It's a beautiful place with stunning beaches and a popular tourist destination!

    - I live in Shizuoka: I live in a place where I can see Mount Fuji. Shizuoka has many hot springs too.

    - I love the cherry blossoms in spring and the beautiful autumn leaves in Japan's four seasons. Of course, I’d love to hear about your country as well!

    - I absolutely love Japanese food like sushi and ramen, as well as sweets. When I travel, I enjoy trying famous local foods and taking pictures of beautiful scenery.


    🌸 Trial Lesson

    Let's start with greetings and have a relaxed chat 😊

    Please share your "goals" and "interests" with me.

    It's totally fine to make mistakes in Japanese! Feel free to book a lesson with ease. I look forward to meeting you!


    I value lessons that are supportive and allow you to speak comfortably ✨


    I’m dedicated to helping you achieve your goals with all my heart. Let’s learn Japanese together in a fun way, making plenty of mistakes along the way to build your confidence little by little. I’ll be waiting for you in a warm atmosphere.

    I speak

    Japanese

    Native

    English

    Beginner A1

    Lesson rating

    5.0

    Reassurance

    5.0

    Clarity

    5.0

    Progress

    5.0

    Preparation

    Based on 1 anonymous student review

    What my students say

    5

    Based on 2 student reviews

    • Kim

      Kim

      January 28, 2026

      Kao-sensei truly takes her time to understand what her students wish to get out of their studies and crafts her lessons around their unique needs.
    • LearnZone

      Josh

      December 30, 2025

      Kao sensei was great! Will always try and ensure you understand.

    Schedule

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    Mar 13 – 19, 2026

    Mar 13 – 19, 2026

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    My specialties

    Conversational Japanese

    ゆっくり・やさしい日本語 (にほんご) でたくさん話す、会話中心 (かいわちゅうしん) のレッスンです。日常のことや趣味、旅行、仕事など、あなたの興味にあわせて、たのしく、しぜんな日本語の表現を身につけます。間違えても大丈夫!安心して話せる、リラックスしたフレンドリーなふんいきを大切にしています。

    Japanese for beginners

    日本語(にほんご)を初(はじ)めて学(まな)ぶ方(かた)そして基礎をしっかり身につけたい 初級者(しょきゅうしゃ)向(む)けのレッスンです。“やさしい日本語(にほんご)” と“ゆっくり話(はな)す ” ことで、安心してできます。挨拶(あいさつ)、自己紹介(じこしょうかい)、日常会話(にちじょうかいわ)のフレーズなどを中心に練習します。あなたのペースに合わせて、丁寧(ていねい)にサポートします

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    50-min lesson

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