1-on-1 Japanese lessons for English speakers

Enjoy Japanese with KANNA

My biggest strength is absolute flexibility.

I don’t use fixed, pre-made original materials. Why? Because your mood, energy, and goals change every single day. I catch those subtle shifts in seconds and tailor the lesson to exactly what you need in real-time.

My biggest strength is absolute flexibility.

I don’t use fixed, pre-made original materials. Why? Because your mood, energy, and goals change every single day.

I catch those subtle shifts in seconds and tailor the lesson to exactly what you need in real-time.

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5.0 rating · 1000+ lessons taught · All levels welcome

Today’s lesson

From textbook grammar to real conversation

I want to explain what I love in Japanese.

Let’s make it natural, clear, and truly yours.

Google Meet + Discord notes

Who is this 1:1 class for?

Speak and understand real Japanese, not just textbook phrases

Learn grammar clearly and actually use it in natural conversations

Build sentences by yourself instead of just memorizing expressions

Practice through free talking, daily-life topics, and practical situations

Study in a relaxed, supportive environment with a patient tutor

Beginners use GENKI as a foundation. Intermediate and advanced learners focus on natural conversations. All levels are welcome!

Class structure by level

A clear path from first sentences to confident discussion

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Egg / Beginner

📚 Learn grammar step by step using GENKI as a foundation 💬 Go beyond the textbook by expanding each lesson into free conversation ✏️ Create your own original sentences to truly understand the grammar 🗓️ Practice simple daily topics like: "What did you do yesterday?" or "What are your plans this weekend?" 📈 Feel a clear sense of progress and achievement in every lesson ✨ We don’t just “finish a page.” 🔥 We make sure you can actually use what you learned!

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Egg / Beginner

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Chick / Intermediate

💪 Continue strengthening grammar while using it in natural conversations 🌍 Expand GENKI content into real-life situations 📺 Practice listening with short, engaging Japanese videos 🗣️ Build fluency by speaking more freely and confidently ✨ Leave each lesson feeling, "I can say so much more than before!"

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Chick / Intermediate

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Bird / Advanced

📖 Use structured materials as a base, but focus mainly on natural discussion 📰 Read short articles or book excerpts and explore deeper topics 🗣️ Practice long-form speaking and expressing nuanced opinions 🎯 Refine your vocabulary, natural tone, and confidence ✨ At this stage, we polish your Japanese so it sounds completely natural and expressive!

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Bird / Advanced

How the class works

Relaxed lessons with clear notes, practical practice, and flexible scheduling

50-minute sessions

Trial lessons are 25 minutes and held online via Google Meet.

Customized to your goals

We mainly use GENKI, then expand it into what you actually want to say.

PDF notes after class

Detailed lesson notes are sent via Discord, so you can focus on speaking.

Flexible scheduling

Plan lesson times around your availability and learning rhythm.

Pricing

Start with a trial, then choose the lesson pace that fits you

Trial Lesson

25 min

$15

A low-pressure first lesson to meet Kanna and experience the class style.

Trial Lesson

25 min

$15

A low-pressure first lesson to meet Kanna and experience the class style.

Single Lesson

50 min

$50

Book one lesson at a time whenever you want focused practice.

Single Lesson

50 min

$50

Book one lesson at a time whenever you want focused practice.

4-Lesson Pack

4 × 50 min

$180

Save $20 while keeping a flexible short-term study rhythm.

4-Lesson Pack

4 × 50 min

$180

Save $20 while keeping a flexible short-term study rhythm.

8-Lesson Pack

8 × 50 min

$336

Save $64 and build consistency over several weeks.

8-Lesson Pack

8 × 50 min

$336

Save $64 and build consistency over several weeks.

16-Lesson Pack

16 × 50 min

$640

Save $160 for steady long-term Japanese progress.

16-Lesson Pack

16 × 50 min

$640

Save $160 for steady long-term Japanese progress.

If you are interested in purchasing a lesson package, please let me know after your trial lesson. I will send you a private payment link with the details.

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5.0

average rating

1000+

Japanese lessons taught online

Global

students from all over the world

Support from someone who understands the struggle

I studied English from zero, so I understand how confusing grammar, speaking, and confidence can feel. In class, I explain patterns clearly, correct you live in a natural way, and keep the structure relaxed enough to enjoy.

✓ Language learner perspective

✓ Grammar made understandable

✓ Live natural corrections

✓ Structured but relaxed environment

✓ Practical focus on natural pronunciation & intonation

✓ Clear explanations of subtle Japanese nuances

✓ Practical focus on building active speaking confidence

Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy

Deadline: Lessons can be rescheduled or cancelled up to 24 hours before the start time
Late Cancellations: Cancellations or no-shows within 24 hours are counted as completed lessons.
Package Validity: Lesson packages are non-refundable and valid for 1 year from the purchase date.

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