Speak Japanese 123

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Introduction: *** A free introductory lesson (includes consultation) is available now!! *** Hi, I'm Yoko. I'm a native Japanese speaker, born in Japan. I attended school and college in Japan. Now, I am living in the States with my family. Being a native Japanese, I am a fluent speaker of all levels of the Japanese language. I've been teaching the Japanese language for three years (since 2019). I became a certified Japanese language teacher in March 2020. I have also been teaching English as a second language for six years. I understand the challenges of learning a second language and I'm able to help students keep moving forward. In the lessons, we will have discussions in English (as needed), but will always focus on progressing in Japanese language conversation. As always, we will try to have fun lessons so that you can relax and enjoy each lesson without pressure. We will discuss and adjust the class schedule as necessary to make a customized plan that fits your needs. Online Private Courses via Zoom: •　Beginner/Starter Japanese lessons [textbooks: Genki, Adventures in Japanese, Japanese for Young People] •　JLPT N5/N4 preparation lessons •　Conversation lessons •　Writing (Hiragana/Katakana/Kanji) lessons • Japanese Travel lessons •　Japanese Anime/Manga lessons •　School and classwork tutoring •　Customized lessons Online Group Lesson courses via Zoom: - as per your request •　Writing (Hiragana/Katakana/Kanji) group lessons • Youth entry-level group lessons for junior/high school students Let's get started learning Japanese. All of the courses include some Japanese cultural education as well; this assists you as a student, as the Japanese language cannot be fully mastered without an understanding of the culture. Beginner and starting students are welcome, as well as younger school-age children, 11 years and older, are welcome. (New group lesson is a good deal)  Please ask me any questions you may have. One free 30-minute trial lesson and joint planning session are available per your request. You must take my free trial lesson, especially if you are a visual learner!!

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Kamryn R.

Jun 27, 2022

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Having lessons with Yoko has been one of my best decisions. I’ve been wanting to learn Japanese for years but quickly figured out I couldn’t do it alone or just with duolingo. She is very thorough with her lessons and all around an amazing teacher, would absolutely recommend getting lessons from her! ありがとうございます！

Details: 18 - 25 years old • No experience • Full fluency • No experience • No experience • Full literacy • 45 minutes • I travel to the japanese tutor • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

Speak Japanese 123's reply

Thank you so much for the wonderful review. I can see you are trying very hard and have progressed the skills nicely. I am excited to see you more progress toward Japanese fluency. Regards, Yoko

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Cedric R.

Jun 17, 2021

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I have only recently started my lessons with Yoko Sensei, but they have quickly become the highlight of my week! The trial lesson was a great way to meet and discuss the best way to work towards my Japanese goals. I only wish I could afford to do lessons more often! どうもありがとうございます Yoko 先生！

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • Full fluency • Beginner • Beginner • Full literacy • 45 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

Speak Japanese 123's reply

Thank you very much for the great review. I'm impressed that you have memorized a lot of vocabularies and phrases already and are able to have basic conversations with me. I'm excited you speak Japanese proficiently in the near future. Regards, Yoko

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Brett M.

May 30, 2021

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I love the class so far very engaging and enriching. The homework really helps with the learning curve and the videos provides a lot of material I can practice! I’d recommend these lessons to everyone who wants to learn Japanese!

Details: 26 - 44 years old • Beginner • Full fluency • Beginner • No experience • Full literacy • 45 minutes • Phone or internet (no in-person meeting)

Speak Japanese 123's reply

Thank you very much for the great review. I would also like to thank you for emphasizing lessons. I'd like to do my best I can for your Japanese. Regards, Yoko

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Chip T.

Apr 6, 2022

Yoko has been teaching our 11-year-old daughter for 6 months and we are very impressed with the results. Our daughter started learning Japanese on a language app but the experience was very repetitive and her progress was limited. Since starting classes with Yoko, our daughter’s knowledge and excitement for the Japanese language has really taken off. Yoko makes sure our daughter is always challenged with new material but never overwhelmed. Most importantly, since Yoko makes learning Japanese fun, our daughter looks forward to every class.

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Thank you very much for the wonderful review. She is very bright kid and shows excellent effort with homework. I am very lucky to have your daughter as my student. Thanks for keeping making her interested in Japanese. Regards, Yoko

Akeisha g.

Jun 16, 2021

I would give 500 stars if I could. I was on a search for a tutor when my daughter requested Japanese lessons. Yoko’s immediate communicate was great and I can tell that she’s excited for those that want to become acquainted with Japanese. Her lessons are methodical and conducted with care and excitement. I highly, highly recommend. My daughter as enjoyed everyone lesson and I looked forward to her teaching us what we knows so that we can have small discussions with her at home.

Speak Japanese 123's reply

Thank you so much for the wonderful review and comments. She always listens to me well and tries hard. She is already making significant progress. I really appreciate you being supportive of your daughter and responding quickly. Regards, Yoko

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What should the customer know about your pricing (e.g., discounts, fees)?
*** A free introductory lesson (includes consultation) is available now!! *** The private lesson fee is $60/hr. When you purchase 10 lessons, I will give you one free lesson (10 Lessons + 1 complementary lesson). Lessons expire 91 days after payment, with no refund. 1 online, one-hour lesson = $60 11 online, one-hour lessons = $600 In case you want to have a shorter lesson, here are the rates: $58/45min. $55/30min. Also, I will give you a 10% discount for the second sibling, and an additional free lesson when you invite your friends. Please ask me for the details. The group Lesson fee is $350 for 10 lessons per hour online lesson, with no refund. This will include access to recorded lessons to view when you are absent from the lesson. This is a new course. I will start the lesson when I get a minimum of three students at the same level.
What is your typical process for working with a new customer?
I will always ask new customers the purpose (or goal) of why they want to learn the Japanese language, and discuss with them and evaluate their current Japanese level, so that I may construct the best possible personalized lesson plan.
What education and/or training do you have that relates to your work?
Japanese as a Second Language Teaching Certificate. Teaching experience since 2015. Japanese education through college level.