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Online Japanese lessons

Learn Japanese Online with a Teacher Who Fits Your Goals

Customized private Japanese lessons for conversation, JLPT, business Japanese, and daily life. Learn at your own pace with a professional Japanese teacher with 12 years of experience.

Online via Zoom Beginner to Advanced Private & Small Group Lessons Free 30-minute trial lesson
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Kentaro Azuma, Japanese teacher
Kentaro Azuma Professional Japanese teacher
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This lesson is for you if…

You want Japanese lessons that match your life

You want to speak Japanese more naturally.
You don’t know how to study by yourself.
Regular group classes don’t fit your schedule.
You want lessons for daily conversation, work, or JLPT.
You want a teacher who can customize lessons for your goals.

What you can learn

Choose the focus that fits your goal

Conversation Japanese

Practice speaking naturally for daily life, travel, hobbies, and real conversations.

JLPT Preparation

Prepare for N5–N1 with grammar, vocabulary, reading, and test strategies.

Business Japanese

Learn Japanese for work, meetings, emails, interviews, and professional communication.

Custom Lessons

Create a personalized lesson plan based on your level, goals, and schedule.

Why learn with me?

Professional support for your real Japanese goals

Hi, I’m Kentaro Azuma. I’m a professional Japanese teacher from Japan. I have taught students from many countries, including beginners, business professionals, JLPT learners, and advanced speakers. My lessons are customized to your goals, so you can learn Japanese in a way that is useful for your real life.

12 yearsTeaching experience
10,000+Hours of lessons
40+Student countries
N5–AdvancedBeginner to advanced
Private / GroupFlexible lesson styles
QualifiedTeaching test + 420-hour course

Student voices

Students who started speaking with more confidence

Ms. Dorra Turki

Ms. Dorra Turki

Tunisia

“In only a month, my Japanese really improved. I was able to talk with native speakers about difficult subjects.”
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Mr. Azuma is very serious, organized and has the ability to make the lessons pleasant for his students. He always arrives early, and doesn’t leave the class until I fully understand the lesson. He tested my abilities and made customized courses adapted to my level.

Mr. Unique Song

Mr. Unique Song

China

“After about three months of private lessons, I was able to hold simple conversations in Japanese.”
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I started my Japanese studying with Azuma-san with very little knowledge. My friends and colleagues were impressed with the progress. Azuma-san was always well prepared before the lesson and during lesson.

Private lessons

Private Japanese Lessons

Best for learners who want a flexible schedule and personalized lessons.

LevelBeginner to Advanced
Style1-on-1 online lesson
ScheduleFlexible within 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Japan time
PlatformZoom
ContentConversation / JLPT / Business / Custom
TrialFree 30-minute trial lesson

Current private lesson price

8-hour lesson package

Tax included. Payment by bank transfer or PayPal. International money transfer fee: +2,000 yen.

1 person48,000 yen6,000 yen / hour
2 people56,000 yen3,500 yen / person / hour
3 people66,000 yen2,750 yen / person / hour

How to start

Start with a simple message

1

Send a message

Tell me your level, goals, and preferred schedule.

2

Free trial lesson

We’ll talk about your goals and try a short lesson.

3

Choose your lesson plan

If the lesson feels right, you can choose private or group lessons.

4

Start learning

Begin your customized Japanese lessons online.

Group lessons

Fixed-Schedule Group Lessons

Group lessons may open when 2–6 learners want the same level, lesson content, and weekly schedule. You may study with other learners you have not met before.

Join or Ask About Group Lessons
Open enrollment
2–6 students
Same level and goals
Fixed weekly schedule
Online via Zoom
32,500 yen for 10 lessons (@60-min)

FAQ

Before you book

Do I need to speak Japanese before the trial lesson?

No. Beginners are welcome.

Can I take lessons from outside Japan?

Yes. Lessons are online via Zoom.

Can I choose my lesson time?

Yes. Private lessons are flexible within 9:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. Japan time, depending on availability.

Can I study for JLPT?

Yes. JLPT preparation is available.

Can I take lessons once a week?

Yes. Private lessons can usually be taken once a week. Group lessons use a fixed weekly schedule.

What language do you use in lessons?

Japanese and English can be used depending on your level.

Free trial lesson

Book Your Free 30-Minute Trial Lesson

Ready to start learning Japanese? Send me a message and tell me your level, goals, and preferred schedule in Japan time.

  • Your current Japanese level
  • Private or group lesson
  • Conversation, JLPT, business, or another goal
  • Your preferred schedule in Japan time