Top 10 Japanese classes near me in 2026

Top 10 Japanese classes near me in 2026

Welcome to AmazingTalker, an online Japanese learning platform that offers a wide range of classes for all levels from kids to adults! We have over 1.4m students that currently study Japanese to improve skills such as business, conversations, grammar, and more. We got you covered.

Where to start? Try out our AI Matching system to automatically get in touch with the best-fit tutors. All contacted tutors will assist you right away and tailor-make an Japanese class that suits you. Get in touch now!

Top 10 Japanese classes near me in 2026

Welcome to AmazingTalker, an online Japanese learning platform that offers a wide range of classes for all levels from kids to adults! We have over 1.4m students that currently study Japanese to improve skills such as business, conversations, grammar, and more. We got you covered.

Where to start? Try out our AI Matching system to automatically get in touch with the best-fit tutors. All contacted tutors will assist you right away and tailor-make an Japanese class that suits you. Get in touch now!

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  • 10years teaching experience
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishB1 Intermediate
    ChineseNative
    🧧 Group classes now open! 🎁 🎉 AT new teacher — limited-time discount! 🎉 📢 Who is Neil? 🏅 Former Japanese company executive 🏅 Super popular Japanese tutor 🏅 Exclusive JLPT strategies 🏅 Fun anime-based lessons 🏅 Helped 100+ students nail business interviews 🏅 Plenty of speaking practice — feel progress fast! ㊙️ Book your trial lesson now!
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  • Chinese OK / Blog / YouTube
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishB1 Intermediate
    ChineseC2 Proficient
    Hello! I'm YUKO☺ living in Taiwan for the 8th year 🌼More than 10 years of teaching experience 🌼Teaching in Chinese is available 🎵Easy to start learning Japanese🎵If you are interested in Japanese or Japanese culture, Let's learn Japanese with Yuko!! "Perseverance is victory💪"
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  • 📘Conversation & Speaking 📘
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishC2 Proficient
    ChineseA1 Beginner
    Japanese Native 🇯🇵CSU Graduate 🇺🇸 Living abroad 15+ years 🇺🇸📘Customized Lessons📘 Basic grammar with Textbooks 📘JLPT 📘Kanji 📘Business Japanese 📘Lessons available with flexible schedule📘Short term intensive course 📘 Long term (6 months~) course📘
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  • Japanese and Korean
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishB1 Intermediate
    KoreanC1 Advanced
    🌸 Want to speak more and improve your conversation skills? ✨ Let’s enjoy learning natural conversation! 【About ARISA】 ✨ Taught 50+ students ✨ Interpreter for Korean singers & actors 🎤 ✨ Japan-Korea guide 🌏 ✨ Teaching experience 【Lesson Features】 🏅 Conversation-focused 🏅 Fun & relaxed 😊 🏅 Personalized lessons 🏅 Learn real expressions ✨
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  • Entrepreneur💖 English OK!
    4.99
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishC1 Advanced
    ChineseA1 Beginner
    28 years old living in TOKYO🗼✨ Over 5000 lessons! Offering: ✅Daily Conversation ✅Free Talk, ✅JLPT lesson. Want to be fluent in Japanese❓ Want to know the latest Japanese trend❓🇯🇵 Let's practice with me through conversation to make your Japanese sound more natural! Trying to talk is the fastest way to get improved💪
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  • No more foreigner accent!
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishC1 Advanced
    ChineseC1 Advanced
    Hello, I’m NATSUKI 🇯🇵🎌. I’ve lived in Taiwan for 4 years and speak fluent Chinese! With 8 years of teaching experience, I help students enjoy learning Japanese 🌸. I offer courses from basic Japanese to daily conversation, tailored to your needs 💪🍵. Let’s learn together and achieve your goals! 🌟
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  • Conversation / Grammar / JLPT
    4.99
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishB1 Intermediate
    ChineseA1 Beginner
    🌸 Native Japanese Speaker 🇯🇵 🎓 Certified in Japanese Language Teaching 🗣️ Specializing in Oral & Conversational Japanese + Business Japanese ✨ 7+ years helping students speak confidently and naturally! 💼 Tailored lessons for your goals — let’s master Japanese together! 🌟
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  • 🌸Basic Japanese 🙂Kids
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseC2 Proficient
    EnglishB1 Intermediate
    ChineseNative
    翻译成英语 🌟Graduated from Fujian Normal University, Japanese teacher. 🌟 kindergarten teacher certificate, 7 years experience 🌟 In-depth understanding and unique insights into teaching. 😺 Create a natural language-learning environment using Japanese songs, stories, games and so on. 😸 Design easy and interesting courses 😸Language Proficiency Test N1
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  • Ex-Talent Development Trainer
    4.93
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    JapaneseNative
    EnglishB2 Upper-Intermediate
    ChineseA1 Beginner
    🦁 Leo-sensei |Native Japanese teacher based in Japan 🚀 Guided a complete beginner to JLPT N5 in just 10 days (50-min daily lessons + homework, fully online). 🌟 What sets my lessons apart: • Tailored lessons for any level or age • Interactive, practice-focused conversation sessions • Structured JLPT preparation (all levels)
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  • Everyday to business.
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishC2 Proficient
    ChineseB1 Intermediate
    🍀10 years of teaching experience. 🍀Living abroad in English-speaking country. 🍀Registered Customs Specialist 🍀Lessons for kids and beginners 🍀From business to casual conversations. ―― ☘️Hello, I'm Izumi, born and raised in Japan. ☘️Currently enjoying learning Chinese. ―― 💚Speaking practice 💚Writing practice 💚Reading practice 💚Thinking practice
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  • Improve your communication
    4.99
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishNative
    🇦🇺Doctor of Education from Australian University🇺🇸Teaching experience:More than 30 years🇱🇷 Intercultural Communication specialist🎖 Improve communication skills 🎖 Travel Japanese🎖Business Japanese🎖Japanese for study abroad🎖 😁 Fun and friendly lessons 🔥Boost your confidence in speaking Japanese with me?
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  • Kids 3-5y old/ Adults/ group
    4.99
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishC2 Proficient
    ChineseC2 Proficient
    Oxford PHD📍 Available to be teaching in English, Mandarin, Japanese, Cantonese Lessons 📍10 years of experience 📍 Children/Adults 📍JLPT(N1~N5) 📍 preliminary 📍 Advanced 📍 Business📍 PhD, University of Oxford 📍 Commercial Advisor of an Embassy📍 ECC Lecturer 📍 University Professor 📍 International Development seminar work
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  • Make what you know usable.
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishB1 Intermediate
    KoreanA2 Elementary
    For N3+ learners. I’m Kota, a conversation trainer who turns what you know into Japanese you can actually use. You understand grammar. You know the words. But in real situations, they don’t come out. It’s not a lack of knowledge. It’s how you use it. We train your Japanese to move — without relying on a translator. Let’s practice.
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  • Group teaching experience
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishB1 Intermediate
    KoreanNative
    🎌JLPT N1💟JPT 900 points💟Japanese language license 🎌University exchange student in Kobe, Japan💟 Part-time job at Don Quijote, Sannomiya, Kobe, Japan🌺Labor in Korea Worked in the Employment Permit Department💟Japanese group tutoring at university💟PDF class materials provided!🎤Specialized in basic Japanese conversation📳KakaoTalk-Line account sharing
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  • MA degree in Japanese
    4.99
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishB2 Upper-Intermediate
    ChineseC2 Proficient
    Hi! I am a Japanese travel writer and fluent in Mandarin. I teach Japanese for business, travel, daily conversations, writing, and exam preparations at a university in Taiwan. I have the license for the foreign-language tour guide and the license as the tea master. I enjoy walking around the small alleys, working out at the gym, art and cooking.
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  • 1500+ lessons English🙆
    4.94
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishC1 Advanced
    KoreanA2 Elementary
    👩🏻‍🏫 8th Year of Teaching Experience! 💖 Another strength of mine is being friendly and approachable! Students often tell me: ✨ “She’s so easy to talk to!” ✨ “I feel less nervous and can speak more naturally!” 📢 Why not try a trial lesson and see for yourself? Let’s build fun, personalized lessons based on your goals and interests🌈
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  • 🎌 Oral & Business Japanese 🗣️✨
    4.99
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishC1 Advanced
    CantoneseB1 Intermediate
    🙋‍♂️ Native Japanese Speaker 🗣️ Expert in Oral & Conversational Japanese 📚 Specialized in Japanese Test Preparation 🎯 Customized lessons to fit your learning goals ✨ Friendly and patient teacher ready to help you speak confidently! ❤️ Let’s start your Japanese journey together!
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  • Anime/Easy-going/customized
    4.99
    Speaks
    JapaneseC2 Proficient
    EnglishC2 Proficient
    ChineseNative
    🌸Lan's Japanese Lesson🌸 🔶Offerring half-price Trail Lesson right now! 🔶 🔶I can teach in English, Mandarin and Japanese 🔶Japnese/Mandarin Translator for art school 🔶Uses Manga and Anime 🔶Teaching exp in Japanese language schools and private lessons 🔶Kansai ben! (Lived in Kyoto for 6 years)
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  • Talk,Business,Test
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishC2 Proficient
    ChineseNative
    🌸Native Japanese speaker with N1 JLPT certification🌸 🎓4 years of teaching experience, specializing in conversational Japanese, Test preparation, Business Japanese and beginner's Japanese🎓 🌍Trilingual in Japanese, Chinese and English🌍 👩‍🏫Passionate about helping students achieve their language goals👩‍🏫 Let's learn and grow together!
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  • 🌎English lessons available 💕
    5
    Speaks
    JapaneseNative
    EnglishB1 Intermediate
    RussianB1 Intermediate
    💛About Teacher NIKI💛 💛Graduated from Hosei University in Tokyo🎓️ 💛4 yrs of teaching experience in early childhood education 💛Studied abroad in Russia 💛Has traveled to Korea, China, Malaysia, Thailand, Russia, France, the UK, and Belgium 💛Hobbies: listening to music, playing games (CookieRun), and reading manga (NARUTO) 💛I have a pet hedgehog🦔
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11098 reviews of Japanese

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toYumiko🗼Certified Japanese Tutor 📖
December 30 2025

Thank you and happy new year!

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Maggie
toSachi🌸Learn Japanese you can use in everyday life😊🌸
August 17 2025

Miss Sachi provides detailed notes after each class, so I can review them anytime. She makes sure that I understand every sentence before moving on to the next one. Shadowing practice with her is an extremely effective method to improve my Japanese pronunciation. Thank you very much, I strongly recommend her. さち先生はいつも真面目なレッスンのまとめを送れてくれて本当に助かります。復習のために使いやすいです。 会話練習や宿題練習をいろいろ勉強になります。先生のレッスンはいつも楽しくて、毎回楽しみにしています。

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Jo
toFumiko🌿Certified Japanese Tutor🌿beginner-upper🌿kids
December 28 2024

Fumiko Sensei is a good teacher. She made the tailored made materials to my needs. I leant useful travelling phases during the lessons. Thank you very much.

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Michelle
toYumiko 🥇 Intermediate Specialist 🥇 JLPT, Work, Study Abroad, Travel, Internship in Japan
September 8 2024

Thank you Yumiko-san for another great lesson!

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Cyan
to🌷Miki🌈Interpretation experience at a Korean company✨💛Korean and Japanese🌈Worked at a model agency🌼
August 22 2024

Sensei is nice and gentle

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Shirley Wan
toI can speak Chinese, Japanese, and English.
August 7 2024

Koki is incredibly friendly, making every lesson enjoyable. I felt comfortable asking questions and practising my Japanese.

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Japanese Tutor Near Me FAQ

Why should I learn Japanese on AmazingTalker?


AmazingTalker’s one-on-one Japanese tutors are suitable for everyone who wants to learn Japanese efficiently and effectively. We have professional Japanese tutors for toddlers, small children, older kids, middle and high school students, and adults of all levels, including tutors for beginner, intermediate and advanced Japanese language classes.

Our Japanese tutoring services can help you to improve in all aspects of the language - listening, writing, reading, speaking, pronunciation, grammar and vocabulary. You can also customize your study focus (for example, a business Japanese program). Whether your goal is to improve your Japanese conversation skills for fun, prepare for a test or speak more fluently at work, AmazingTalker’s Japanese tutors are here to help.

Who are our Japanese tutors?


AmazingTalker handpicks only the best local and international Japanese tutors.

Each prospective instructor must undergo a rigorous selection process before becoming an AT Japanese tutor, after which their performance is constantly monitored. Try a class and start learning today.

How do I find a Japanese tutor?


If you want to find a Japanese tutor near you and you have a clear idea of your criteria for choosing one - such as any learning objectives, target cost for Japanese tutoring, etc. - you can use the search function to find a Japanese tutor near you who suits your needs. You can then contact the tutor or book a trial class to start your learning adventure.

However, if you're not sure where to start, we're here to help. Try using our tutor recommendation system, and you'll automatically get matched with Japanese tutors who fit your criteria!

What's the best learning environment for me? Should I choose a native speaker as my Japanese tutor?


One of the best ways to learn Japanese is to immerse yourself in an environment where you try to use only Japanese.

However, if you do not currently have a solid base in spelling and/or vocabulary, we recommend you choose a bilingual tutor who speaks your target language and your native language, as you will likely have a better learning experience during your one-on-one private tutoring.

If you have a good range of vocabulary but lack the opportunity to practice, then we recommend you choose a native Japanese coach.

Where can I learn Japanese near me?


You can start learning Japanese with an online Japanese tutor from home now! For local instructors, our platform makes it easy to find Japanese tutors serving your area.

When can I learn Japanese with Japanese tutors online?


In terms of scheduling, you can set up your lessons for whenever is convenient. You can set up classes with your private Japanese tutor for the morning, afternoon, evening or late night in your time zone. If you don't have much availability during the week, we have Japanese tutors available on weekends as well.

How much is the cost per hour?


All fees and tuition are set by the Japanese tutors themselves, not by AT. For reference, most of our tutors charge roughly USD$10-30 per hour.

How do I pay for the cost of learning Japanese?


You can pay with PayPal or credit card (American Express, Mastercard, or Visa). For certain international markets (e.g. Taiwan), we also accept local methods of payment, such as payment via ATM or convenience store.

What makes AmazingTalker unique?


With AmazingTalker, you can work with high-quality Japanese tutors at affordable prices from the convenience of your own home, while getting customized learning plans and 1-on-1 attention.

Unlike many other online language learning platforms, AmazingTalker believes that the best way to learn Japanese is by working with real native speakers and tutors. Regardless of which of our 60+ languages or topics you want to focus on, we believe that the way you learn should be designed for your needs and goals.

What if I want to become an online Japanese teacher at AmazingTalker?


If you're interested in becoming an online Japanese teacher, please visit our "apply to teach" page. At AmazingTalker, you can teach on your own schedule and set your own rates.

What if I have more questions?


Our FAQs section here should have answers to most of your questions. If you can't find answers to your question in the FAQs, you can find more information or contact us by clicking the red question mark icon on the bottom right of your screen.

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