Native Japanese with Postgraduate Certificate in Teaching Japanese as a Foreign Language. Teaches beginners, GCSE, JLPT, Business, Survival , or of course general study! Teaching full time, 30+h/w

I highly recommend Satomi for anyone looking to learn Japanese. She has a deep insight into the language and explains complex grammar and cultural nuances meticulously, meaning fewer mistakes are made once the concepts sink in. She expands the material to cover my specific areas of interest and uses visual aids to keep the lessons engaging. The varied formats of the weekly homework are also very helpful for keeping me motivated between the lessons.

I have been studying with Satomi since 2021 and have found her an excellent tutor in all regards. I highly recommend her to anyone looking to achieve fluency in Japanese: she is also a warm, patient and considerate tutor who is a pleasure to spend time with, consistently making our lessons the highlight of my week.

Satomi goes above and beyond with committing herself to her students’ learning; researching and comparing new resources, preparing lessons that fit perfectly to her students’ skill level whilst still challenging them to improve, and covering many aspects of fluency in Japanese that are not taught by conventional textbooks. When travelling in Japan, I am constantly praised on my accent and the natural flow of my speech, and feel confident in communicating any situation, including high-level discussion and dialogue.

Satomi is an excellent tutor for anyone looking to push themselves in their studies, as she is very skilled at recognising the techniques and time required to master new grammar, vocabulary, kanji, pitch accent and natural speaking and writing patterns, while matching her approach to the learning style of her student.

She goes to great lengths to thoroughly correct my written and spoken prose, and to then ensure that these lessons are internalised and practised to mastery. Whilst doing so she remains reassuring, gentle, kind and considerate, making my progress feel like a mutual goal, and celebrating our successes together.

Satomi is an amazing tutor for my son. She is professional and adapts the lessons to my son's needs. She has excellent knowledge of the curriculum.

Satomi has been providing me with Japanese tuition for more than two years. I can wholeheartedly recommend her as a tutor. She is an excellent tutor who is very patient and has a deep knowledge and a good sense of humour.

Satomi has been responsive to my requests to focus on particular areas for study, and uses a range of teaching methods and materials to develop all aspects of Japanese learning.

I have been having lessons with Satomi for several years now. Her lessons are always informative and entertaining and with clear explanations. I particularly appreciate the adaption of the lessons conversations to my interests. I would highly recommend her as a tutor!