Online Japanese Coaching & Lessons

Master Natural Japanese with Confidence

Personalized, 1-on-1 lessons designed to fit your goals—so you can speak with clarity, build real fluency, and enjoy every step of the journey.

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Private Lessons Personalized 1-on-1 lessons tailored to your goals. Learn More Japanese Coaching Personalized study plans and ongoing support to help you reach your goals. Learn More Writing Practice Regular writing practice with personalized corrections and feedback. Learn More
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About Me

Hi, I'm Kazu.

I'm a native Japanese speaker dedicated to helping learners reach their goals through personalized, 1-on-1 online support.

Background

  1. Kyoto University Graduate
  2. Built a career in finance and global consulting
  3. Independent Japanese Language Coach & Instructor

Why I Started

I kept hearing the same challenges from learners:

  • "I study every day, but I still struggle to speak."
  • "I'm not sure what I should actually be studying."
  • "It's hard to stay consistent on my own."

That's why I created this service—to combine real conversation, clear direction, and personal encouragement built entirely around your specific goals.

Through 1-on-1 coaching, conversation, and writing feedback, my goal isn't just to teach you grammar. It's to give you the confidence to actually use Japanese in real life and see tangible progress every step of the way.

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Private Lessons

One-on-one online conversation practice. We'll work through real-life situations — everyday conversations, travel, and business — so you can develop more natural phrasing and build confidence through practice.

Who It's For

  • Limited daily opportunities to practice speaking Japanese
  • Know the vocabulary, but freeze up or hesitate in conversation
  • Preparing for real-life travel, living, or business situations

What's Included

  • Flexible 1-on-1 sessions
  • Customized topics: Free conversation, JLPT prep, or real-time corrections
  • Post-session feedback notes with phrase improvements and takeaways
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Studying with a structured learning plan

Japanese Coaching

From building a personalized study routine to tracking your weekly progress, I'm with you every step of the way. Whether your goal is passing the JLPT N3 in three months or feeling confident conversing before studying abroad, I'll design a custom plan for you and give you the ongoing support and motivation you need to stay on track.

Who It's For

  • You've been studying on your own and feel stuck
  • You have a clear goal — passing the JLPT, studying abroad, or starting a new job
  • You struggle to build a consistent study routine on your own

What's Included

  • Weekly & Monthly Goals — Clear targets and to-dos, set week by week and month by month
  • Progress Tracking — A shared tracking sheet so you can see exactly how close you are to your goal
  • Regular 1-on-1 Check-ins — Calls to review your progress and adjust your approach together
  • Questions & Learning Support — Ask about grammar, vocabulary, or study methods whenever you need help.
  • 1-on-1 Private Lessons — Premium Only — Live conversation practice where you can use what you're learning
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How Coaching Works

  1. Step 1
    Tell Me About Your Goal

    We'll start by discussing your current Japanese level, target JLPT level, test date, available study time, and the areas you struggle with most.

  2. Step 2
    Get Your Personalized Study Plan

    Based on your goals and available study time, I'll create a personalized study plan with clear weekly and monthly goals.

  3. Step 3
    Study & Track Your Progress

    Follow your plan and complete your weekly tasks. We'll use a shared tracking sheet so you can easily see what you've completed, what comes next, and how close you are to your goal.

  4. Step 4
    Check In & Adjust

    We'll meet online regularly to review your progress, talk through any challenges, and adjust your study plan together. If you're falling behind, progressing faster than expected, or struggling with a specific area, we'll adapt the plan to keep you on track.

  5. Step 5
    Get Support Along the Way

    If you have questions about grammar, vocabulary, study methods, or your learning materials, you can ask anytime. You'll always receive a response within 24 hours, so you won't have to figure things out on your own.

Premium Only — Conversation Practice

Premium members also receive regular 1-on-1 Private Lessons to practice what they're learning and improve their speaking skills.

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Example: Preparing for JLPT N3

What Your Study Plan Could Look Like?
GoalPass JLPT N3 in 4 months
Primary Focus AreaKanji & vocabulary
Study time1 hour a day

Your plan might include:

  • Monthly goals based on your test date
  • Weekly kanji, vocabulary, grammar, and reading tasks
  • Progress tracking in a shared sheet
  • Regular online check-ins and plan adjustments
  • Support whenever you have questions
  • Custom worksheets created specifically for your weak points
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Writing Practice

Careful corrections for journal entries, essays, emails, and exam response practice. Writing regularly is one of the fastest ways to turn what's in your head into Japanese you can actually use, and it strengthens your grammar, expression, and overall feel for natural Japanese.

Who It's For

  • You want to improve your Japanese through writing practice
  • You want to write accurately and naturally
  • Preparing for EJU, academic essays, or professional writing
  • You want to learn how to write proper business emails

What's Included

  • Writing Assignment Every Other Day — Submit a short piece on a given topic every two days, via Discord
  • Detailed Writing Corrections — Feedback on your grammar, vocabulary, and structure
  • Natural Japanese Suggestions — Rewrites that show how a native speaker would actually say it
  • Japanese Q&A Support — Ask about grammar or vocabulary anytime
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How It Works

  1. Receive Daily Prompts

    Get two short questions delivered to your Discord every other day, tailored to your chosen topics or goals.

  2. Write Your Answers in Japanese

    Respond in just 1–2 short sentences. No long essays or heavy homework—just manageable, daily practice.

  3. Get Detailed, 4-Part Feedback

    For each answer, you'll receive:

    • Feedback — What was good and what could be improved
    • Corrected Answer — Your original answer corrected for grammar and naturalness
    • Model Answer — An example of how a native Japanese speaker might answer
    • Quick Tips — Useful grammar, vocabulary, or expressions to remember
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Today's Question

What do you usually do after work?

Your Answer

仕事が終わった後、いつもジムを行って、１時間ぐらい運動をします。
運動した後は疲れたので、家に帰るとすぐ寝ます。

Feedback

Great job! Your answer is very easy to understand, and you used a good range of vocabulary. Here are a few quick tips to make it sound even more natural:

  • With 「行く」, use the particle 「に」, not 「を」 → 「ジムに行く」
  • 「ジムを行って」 should be 「ジムに行って」
  • 「運動した後は疲れたので」 mixes past and present forms. Since you're describing your usual routine, 「疲れているので」 or 「疲れるので」 sounds more natural.
  • 「家に帰るとすぐ寝ます」 is understandable, but 「家に帰ったら、すぐ寝ます」 sounds more natural when describing what you usually do next.
  • Adding 「そこで」 or connecting the actions more smoothly can make the whole answer sound more natural.
Corrected Answer

仕事が終わった後、いつもジムに行って、1時間ぐらい運動します。
運動すると疲れるので、家に帰ったらすぐ寝ます。

Model Answer

仕事が終わったら、同僚と近くのレストランで夕食を食べることが多いです。
予定がない日は、家で映画を見ながらゆっくり過ごします。

Quick Tips

「場所 + に + 行く」

Use 「に」 to mark the destination of movement.

ジムに行く ✓    ジムを行く ✕

「〜たら」 for what happens next

「〜たら」 is often used when describing what you do after completing another action.

家に帰ったら、すぐ寝ます。
= When I get home, I go straight to bed.

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Simple pricing that's easy to stick with

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Private Lessons

Private Lessons

  • Trial Lesson
    30 min · First lesson only     $10
  • Regular Plan
    50 min × 4 lessons / month     $80/month
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Japanese Coaching

Basic Premium
Personalized Study Plan
Weekly & Monthly Goals
Progress Tracking
Regular 1-on-1 Check-ins
Questions & Learning Support
1-on-1 Private Lessons — 2 sessions / week
Basic Regular $190 $130Intro Price / mo*
Premium Regular $380 $260Intro Price / mo*

*Special introductory pricing for a limited number of participants.
All I ask in return is your honest feedback and a short review after trying the service.

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Writing Practice

Writing Practice

Writing Assignment Every Other Day
A short writing task every two days via Discord, corrected in detail

Regular $130/mo $100Intro Price / mo*

*Special introductory pricing for a limited number of participants.
All I ask in return is your honest feedback and a short review after trying the service.

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Not Sure Which to Choose?

Not sure which one is right for you? Just get started

Private Lessons, Japanese Coaching, and Writing Practice are each available on their own. Tell me a bit about your goals and I'll point you in the right direction.

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Frequently Asked Questions

FAQ

Lessons are held online, usually over Google Meet. As long as you have an internet connection, you can join from anywhere in the world.

Any level, really — from beginners who can read hiragana and katakana to advanced learners working at a business level. Lessons are adjusted to match where you're at.

Yes — the first 20-minute consultation is free. We'll talk through your goals and any struggles you're having, and I'll suggest the service and plan that fits you best.

If you want to improve your speaking, go with Private Lessons.

I'll walk you through payment methods and the full details during the free consultation. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions before then.

Yes — just let me know at least 24 hours before your lesson and I'll reschedule it at no charge. I try to stay flexible if something comes up last minute.

No preparation needed on your end. I'll provide the materials for each lesson and suggest anything extra if it would help you.

Ready to get started?

Tell me which service you're interested in and a little about your goals. Not sure which one is right for you? No problem — just send me a message!

  • I'll get back to you within 24 hours.
Which service are you interested in?