Akira Komatsu

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Introduction: (Please message me inquiring about online lessons only.) Thank you very much for your interest in my Japanese language lessons. I was born and raised in Tokyo, Japan, living in Los Angeles since 2017, and graduated from the literature department of Waseda University. I have taught for more than four years and have about 3000 hours of teaching experience. I have taught students from 6 years old to over 60 in the US or Canada from beginner to advanced. I have a good time with every student through classes and I also have learned a lot from students. I listen to you as carefully as possible to make the lesson meaningful. I try to listen and understand what my student is interested in and which direction she/he wants to go. I always try to make my lessons fun and informative at the same time. There are some students with autism or ADHD, I do my best for them though I am not a specialist in that field. I enjoy meeting new people and love to talk about Japanese culture, especially movies (Ghibli!), TV shows (Shogun!), music (City Pop!), food (Ramen!) and tourism (I'm from Tokyo!). There are some students from the entertainment industry as actors, band members of world-famous top 40 artists, and film composers who have a business relationship with companies in Japan. Please don’t hesitate to ask any questions. Message me anytime. I offer 20 min sample FREE lesson via Zoom. I am sure that the lessons are going to be fun! I use GENKI as a textbook. Lessons are online only.

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Hired 82 times

Serves Studio City, CA

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5 years in business

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Stephanie S.

Jun 3, 2022

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Akira has been exceptionally professional, communicative and friendly. Our son will be taking Japanese as a high schooler next year and so he is getting a jump start with lessons this summer. Akira gave us all of the information needed on what work books to get, online tutorials, and the lessons are fun, per our son. Highly recommend.

Details: 14 - 17 years old • No experience • Full fluency • No experience • No experience • Basic reading/writing skills • 60 minutes • The japanese tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Joshua M.

Jan 10, 2024

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Akira was very punctual and worked with my skill level. He takes his time getting you to learn and is very professional.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • Full fluency • Beginner • Beginner • Basic reading/writing skills • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting) • I travel to the japanese tutor

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Anca A.

Apr 1, 2022

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I’ve been learning Japanese with Akira for the last 2 months and I love, I like that we set the pace depending on how I’m doing and it’s becoming a routine already which is essential when learning a new language. The lessons are diverse, dynamic and it’s a pleasure to keep on learning.

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • Conversational proficiency • Beginner • Beginner • Full literacy • 60 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Kim F.

Jan 8, 2022

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My son really enjoyed his first lesson learning Japanese. He’s traveling to Japan and we wanted him to be able to understand the language. Akira does an amazing job teaching Japanese. I highly recommend his tutoring.

Details: 14 - 17 years old • No experience • Conversational proficiency • Advanced • Intermediate • Basic reading/writing skills • 60 minutes • The japanese tutor travels to me • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Susan G.

Jan 4, 2023

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Akira was able to assess my daughter's level of fluency very quickly and efficiently devised a plan to further her progress in a way that works well for us. We are looking forward to continuing lessons!

Details: 14 - 17 years old • Intermediate • Full fluency • Beginner • Beginner • Full literacy • 45 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

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Akira Komatsu

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
🌟Lesson Fee (online via Zoom) $55/60min and application monthly 4 lessons up-front for $200 ($20discount) $45/45min and application monthly 4 lessons in advance for $165($15discount) 🌟Please keep in mind 24h Cancellation Policy: In case of cancellation or rescheduling, please let me know no later than 24h before lessons. Otherwise the lesson fee is fully charged.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I use GENKI for text book. This is the most poplar one in the US.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
I graduated from the literature department of Waseda University in Tokyo Japan. I worked as an international telephone operator , interpreter for a telecom company for years.