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Maki
- Rate $50
- Response 2h
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Students10
Number of students Maki has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
Number of students Maki has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

$50/hr
1st lesson free
- Japanese
- Japanese speaking
- Japanese vocabulary
- Japanese reading
- Japanese writing
"G'day!Love anime? You're in the right place! 🤍 Want to learn Japanese for your next trip to Japan, or to understand your favorite anime even better? Let me guide you with passion!
- Japanese
- Japanese speaking
- Japanese vocabulary
- Japanese reading
- Japanese writing
Lesson location
Recommended
Maki is a respected tutor in our community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Maki
G'day! Let's make your Japanese journey unforgettable!
Struggles you might be facing:
1.Want to start speaking your own Japanese from the moment you land at the airport!
2.Tired of textbook Japanese? Want to learn how we actually speak.
3.Want to feel the confidence of being understood using only Japanese.
4.Don't like strict, academic lessons—you prefer relaxing, café-style chats!
5.Want to plan the ultimate Japan trip with a local expert.
6.Need quick, clear answers to those "What does this mean?" questions you've gathered from self-study.
7.A bit nervous to speak and afraid of making mistakes.
8.Want to master Japanese through the things you truly love!
9.Dream of surprising Japanese people with your natural, fluent-sounding Japanese.
10.Want to feel genuine progress after every single lesson.
I'm actually very curious about Australia, but there's still so much I don't know! I'd love for you to tell me all about your beautiful nature, wonderful lifestyle, and delicious local food. In return, I'll do my best to support your Japanese learning so you can enjoy the charms of Japan a hundred times more! Let's have a fun time chatting about each other's countries! ♡
About the lesson
- Primary
- High School
- NCEA Level 1
- +18
levels :
Primary
High School
NCEA Level 1
NCEA Level 2
NCEA Level 3
Adult education
Undergraduate
Masters
Diploma
Doctorate
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional
Kids
- English
- Japanese
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Japanese
Are you getting a little bored with just apps and textbooks? If you're thinking, 'I want to try using the Japanese I've learned in real conversations!' then welcome to my class!
1. **Travel Japanese: Essential Local Conversations**
Master phrases like "Where’s the toilet?", "Where can I buy tickets?", "How do I order/pay?", and "Where am I?" for seamless travel from the moment you land.
2. **Real-Life Japanese through Anime & Dramas**
Learn slang, natural expressions, and how to convey emotion—the things you won't find in textbooks!
3. **Full Immersion Output**
Experience the joy of being understood using only Japanese, with a little help from gestures and context.
4. **Café-Style Casual Talk**
No stressful, grammar-heavy drills! Just a relaxed, friendly space to chat about your hobbies.
5. **Ultimate Trip Planning & Phrases**
Tell me your dream spots and foods in Japan! I’ll provide local tips and help you master the exact phrases you need before your trip.
6. **Self-Study Q&A Support**
Clear up any confusion from your apps or videos. Let’s solve those "What does this mean?" moments together.
7. **Mistakes are Welcome!**
Don't worry about tripping over your words. I’ll gently lead you so you can feel comfortable speaking without fear.
8. **Fully Personalized Lessons**
Whether it's J-Pop, anime, food, or sightseeing, we focus on topics you truly love.
9. **Natural Pronunciation & Intonation**
Learn the secrets to sounding natural, so locals will be impressed by how well you speak!
10. **Positive Wins in Every Lesson**
Leave every session feeling excited about what you’ve accomplished today!
"Textbooks are just not enough!"
"I want to connect with locals as soon as I land in Japan!"
If you feel this way, I’m here to help you turn that curiosity into reality!
"To start, why don't you tell me what’s on your mind?"
For our first trial lesson, we won't dive into any difficult study. Let's just relax and chat about any challenges you're facing or what you’d love to achieve.
If you’re feeling nervous because your Japanese isn’t perfect yet, please don't worry—you’re in safe hands.
Think of booking this trial lesson as dropping by a friend's place for a chat. I’m truly looking forward to meeting you!
Reviews
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Perfect! I had a great experience with my first Japanese lesson with Maki. She was very patient, friendly, and easy to learn from. She explained everything clearly and made the lesson really enjoyable and comfortable. I really appreciated her help and guidance, and I’m looking forward to continuing my Japanese learning journey with her!
- Sam was a wonderful student for our first lesson! He was very enthusiastic, attentive, and engaged throughout our time together. It was a pleasure teaching him, and I'm really looking forward to our future lessons.Maki's response :
Perfect! Maki's lesson is fun and engaging. Her lesson is enjoyable and easy to follow. I always leave each session motivated and excited to keep improving.
- Vivian and Jeannie are very motivated students, and it is always a pleasure to have such a fun class with them!Maki's response :
Perfect! Maki teacher leads conversations naturally, tailoring them perfectly to the students’s level. She guides the lessons smoothly through a wide variety of the topics and situations. Highly recommended to everyone!
- Jack is a fantastic student! He is very motivated to learn Japanese, and his proactive attitude makes teaching him a truly rewarding experience. I am so impressed by his enthusiasm, and I’m looking forward to helping him reach his goals.Maki's response :
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Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Maki is a wonderful teacher for anyone who wants to move beyond “studying Japanese” and start actually using it in real conversations
I especially recommend her to learners planning a trip to Japan. You can practice practical, local Japanese for real travel situations and even plan parts of your trip together — a great way to learn the kind of Japanese you won’t always find in textbooks or apps ️
Her lessons are personalized around your interests and the things you genuinely enjoy, making it much easier to stay motivated.
Most importantly, she creates a relaxed atmosphere where you can speak freely without being afraid of making mistakes. If you want to experience the excitement of communicating in Japanese and gain confidence through lots of real conversation, Maki is a great teacher to learn with!I love talking with her!!!
She has such a bright, positive energy. I always leave her lessons feeling energized!
I highly recommend Maki if you're finding textbooks or language apps a bit limiting. She offers personalized lessons tailored to your interests and goals, helping you build practical Japanese you can actually use—especially when traveling in Japan. Her relaxed, supportive atmosphere makes it easy to speak with confidence and enjoy learning Japanese.
If you want to make the most of your trip to Japan, I highly recommend Maki's lessons!
You'll learn practical Japanese that you can actually use in Japan, and every lesson is fully customized to match your interests and goals.
If you're looking to speak natural Japanese instead of just memorizing textbook phrases, Maki is the perfect teacher for you.Maki-sensei creates such a relaxed atmosphere that I get to talk a lot, which helps me improve so quickly! I’m gaining more confidence in my daily conversations too.
She is so friendly! It feels like I’m just chatting with a friend while learning.
I love our conversations about Japanese culture. Always an interesting lesson!She is so friendly! It feels like I’m just chatting with a friend while learning.
Maki is so patient and kind—I always look forward to our lessons!
Maki is very flexible and supportive. She makes it easy to stay motivated!
For anyone hesitant about taking their first steps into the Japanese language, I cannot recommend her classes enough. She makes the beginning of your journey comfortable and encouraging. She has such a bright, positive energy. When I talk with her, I always feel energized :)
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Rates
Rate
- $50
Pack prices
- 5h: $248
- 10h: $496
free lessons
The first lesson with Maki will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.
- 30mins
online
- $50/h
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