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      Japanese classes in Melbourne: Find a private tutor near you

      Do you want to follow online Japanese lessons in Melbourne? On Preply you can select from 1982 Japanese tutors around you for 1-to-1 classes online. With online instead of in-person lessons you can follow classes at any time you want, wherever you are. This way your packed schedule won't be in the way of your language learning development. Book online Japanese lessons in Melbourne. Preply is the most rapid growing language learning platform for online 1-to-1 classes. Whether you have just relocated and want to learn the native language of a country or want to learn a new language for work, we have the perfect teacher for you. Schedule Japanese classes near you and start learning today! Looking for a different way to learn a language? Explore online Japanese classes.
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        1. Tutor japanese Natsuki M.

          New

          tutor

          $

          12

          50-min lesson

          • Japanese

          Time zone: Melbourne

            Speaks

          Let's practice more natural conversation together! — Let's practice the grammar you have learned with me so that you can speak more naturally in conversations!

          I have studied English, French, and Korean, so I understand how hard it is to learn a language.

          I also worked as a teaching assistant for two years helping international students learn Japanese, especially I was focus on conversations.

          1. Tutor arts, japanese, spanish and english Efraín M.

            $

            12

            50-min lesson

            • Japanese

            Time zone: Melbourne

              Speaks
            +1

            Teacher with more than 4 years of experience — With drawing, directly practicing will be fundamental for the lessons, using different techniques and tips to improve during each class.
            I'm very patient, so if you worry about failing and constantly asking your teacher to repeat an explanation for something, you can feel comfortable and self-secure.

            Why choose Efraín M.

            "Efraín is a wonderful teacher. He is very patient but also keeps the lessons moving at a good pace. He has helped me greatly to better understand advanced concepts in Spanish and he is very personable and kind. I would recommend him to anyone learning the language!"

            Will

            Will

            July 30, 2018

            1. Tutor japanese Yukio N.
              Super Tutor

              $

              26

              50-min lesson

              • Japanese

              Time zone: Melbourne

                Speaks

              Japanese tutor from Japan.3years of experience — I will let you know useful self-learning material for free. Please mail me and try my lessons. Most of learners want to speak Japanese fluently. You can improve your Japanese in a few ways. My lesson is enjoyable and caring. I have the lesson with the textbook called ``Minna no Nihongo`` which is most popular Japanese textbook in the world.

              Why choose Yukio N.

              "A thoroughly enjoyable experience with Yukio-sensei. Having previously studied Japanese, I had very specific learning requirements and objectives (mastering day-to-day, colloquial conversation is one of them). I conveyed those details to Yukio-sensei and he very kindly and deftly prepared the lesson in a way that is germane to my needs. Along the way, he'd pepper in some interesting but relevant anecdotes and cultural practices in the Japanese language, which makes the whole session just that much more meaningful. We quite literally sailed through the lesson. When you are having so much fun, the hour just flew by. Yukio-sensei was very easy to work with. I'd stick with him. "

              Yu Chan

              Yu Chan

              October 27, 2016

              1. Tutor japanese Chigusa F.
                Super Tutor

                $

                19

                50-min lesson

                • Japanese

                Time zone: Melbourne

                  Speaks
                +1

                日本語教育能力検定試験合格!プロの日本語講師!「たのしくはなそう、にほんご!」 — よく考えるようになりました。
                フランスに行って、ひとり旅をしました。
                着物(kimono)や茶道(sado:tea ceremony)を学び、
                今は、プロの日本語の先生としてはたらいています。
                オンラインと地域の教室で、日本語を教えています。
                15か国、30人以上の世界中の生徒さんと
                京都のボランティア教室で日本語の先生をはじめました。
                そのうちに、日本や日本人、日本語、日本文化について、
                日本語教育能力検定試験に合格し、
                そこで、世界中の人たちとたくさん話をしました。
                こんにちは。日本語の先生、Chigusaです。

                Why choose Chigusa F.

                "Chigusa is an outstanding teacher. The content of the class is very interesting and fun! Beyond being an excellent teacher, she is very kind and caring person! I highly recommend her! She is awesome! Really enjoying my experience and looking foward to our next lessons! :)"

                Karen

                Karen

                November 9, 2023

                1. Tutor japanese Kentaro S.
                  Super Tutor

                  $

                  14

                  50-min lesson

                  • Japanese

                  Time zone: Melbourne

                    Speaks

                  I teach natural Japanese. Children can also take my class. — I use a whiteboard and Google Pictures in lessons.
                  I want to like teaching Japanese to the students.
                  I can speak English, but my English skill level isn't high.
                  If you have never studied Japanese at all, I welcome you.
                  We use GENKI textbooks, but students don't need Genki textbooks.

                  Why choose Kentaro S.

                  "So far I have had 5 lessons, which has started with the alphabet, numbers and time. Kentaro S is very organised and teaches in a methodical way - which suits me. We also practice speaking Japanese at every lesson - going through pronunication. Kentaro S is very patient and helps me with each syllable to then say the whole word. "

                  Helen

                  Helen

                  March 19, 2023

                  1. Tutor japanese Takaya Y.
                    Super Tutor

                    $

                    25

                    50-min lesson

                    • Japanese

                    Time zone: Melbourne

                      Speaks
                    +1

                    いつも笑顔であなたをサポートします:)一緒に楽しく勉強しましょう♪ — ▶︎オリジナルテキストを使った「文法」
                    ▶︎「関西弁」も教えることができます!
                    〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜〜
                    ▶︎ビギナーには「ひらがな」、「カタカナ」、「漢字」の書き方
                    こんにちは!私は京都に住む日本人『Takaya』です。
                    私のレッスンでは. . .
                    わたしのレッスンではすでにあるテキストではなく、あなたのレベルに合ったテキストをわたしが作って効果的にレッスンします♫
                    私はあなたの失敗を笑うことはしないので、間違える事を恐れずリラックスして楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう!
                    ▶︎日常会話に使えるナチュラルなコミュニケーション

                    Why choose Takaya Y.

                    "lesson with teacher Takaya was super fun and helpful. Friendly and patient lesson makes me enjoy the session all the time. Try a lesson with him👍👍"

                    Liam

                    Liam

                    September 4, 2023

                    1. Tutor japanese 拓良 黒.
                      Super Tutor

                      $

                      21

                      50-min lesson

                      • Japanese

                      Time zone: Melbourne

                        Speaks

                      日本在住・日本語教育能力検定試験に合格しています。 — こんにちは。はじめまして。私の名前はTakumiです。日本生まれ日本育ちで、今は大阪に住んでいます。
                      PCでゲームをすることと、おいしい食べ物を食べることが好きです。もしあなたがゲームやおいしい食べ物が好きなら、きっと楽しくお話しできるはずです!日本に住んでいますから、今実際に日本で流行っていることや流行っているものを使ってレッスンを行えます。
                      日本語教育能力検定試験に合格しており、これまでに1年以上日本語を教えてきた経験があります。また、普段は子どもたちに勉強を教える仕事もしており、教えることが大好きです。辛抱強く分かりやすく教えることが得意です。
                      .

                      Why choose 拓良 黒.

                      "Great teacher, learned so much from one class! "

                      sara

                      sara

                      July 4, 2023

                      1. Tutor japanese Chris Y.

                        $

                        10

                        50-min lesson

                        • Japanese

                        Time zone: Melbourne

                          Speaks
                        +1

                        Native Japanese speaker fluent in English — I started teaching my language in the spring of 2024. Although I'm still new at this, I like teaching something to others and I sometimes teach Japanese to my friends, which is why I'm confident in my class.
                        Wanna try an exciting journey of learning Japanese with me? As a native Japanese speaker and fluent English speaker, I understand the challenges and joys of learning a foreign language.

                        Why choose Chris Y.

                        "Perfect teacher, adapts to your level, is funny, gives feedback after the lesson, nothing much to say, best japanese learning experience so far !"

                        malo

                        malo

                        April 22, 2024

                        1. Tutor japanese 千夏 高.

                          $

                          12

                          50-min lesson

                          • Japanese

                          Time zone: Melbourne

                            Speaks

                          一人ひとりに寄り添う講師 — 日本語に慣れよう!日常に溢れる言葉を知って表現しよう!
                          塾講師として4年間、様々な生徒の学習をサポート
                          ◯できるようになること
                          いろいろなテーマで会話をしよう!自信を持って日本語を話そう!
                          【フリートーク・トピックトーク】
                          英語を日常会話程度、話すことができる
                          日本で生まれ育ち、現在は東京に住んでいる
                          はじめて日本語を勉強する、フリートーク希望の生徒さんがほとんど
                          →簡単な日常会話、質問に答える
                          →ひらがな・カタカナを完璧にマスター
                          カフェ巡りや旅行、人と話すことが大好き
                          →基本的な文法、よく使う単語を習得

                          Why choose 千夏 高.

                          "She was very patient . "

                          Hujie

                          Hujie

                          October 12, 2023

                          1. Tutor japanese Hiro K.
                            Super Tutor

                            $

                            36

                            50-min lesson

                            • Japanese

                            Time zone: Melbourne

                              Speaks

                            Japanese Language Lessons for Beginners and Beyond! — I value communication and connection, and I'm excited to learn about your aspirations and how we can make your Japanese language journey fulfilling and enjoyable. Share your interests and the topics you'd like to explore, and together, we'll make it happen! Book a trial lesson and let's start your Japanese language journey!

                            Why choose Hiro K.

                            "Hiro-san helps no matter what level you are learning at and provides very good feedback with the homework she gives out and gives assistance to help go beyond the basic points. Thanks very much for helping me out and I look forward to more lessons!"

                            Jon

                            Jon

                            April 7, 2021

                          Why Preply is the best site to learn japanese in Melbourne

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                          japanese tutors with an average rating of 5 and up to 119 reviews

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                          Our japanese tutors on average answer students in 2 hours

                          japanese lessons prices by tutor city

                          Private tutors inPrice
                          Melbourne

                          $21 / hr

                          Sydney

                          $22 / hr

                          Brisbane

                          $22 / hr

                          Average rates for japanese classes in Melbourne

                          Native/non native speakersPrice

                          Native japanese speakers

                          $37 / hr

                          Non native japanese speakers

                          $34 / hr

                          The average cost for japanese classes in Melbourne may vary from other locations and depending on the teacher nationality, so here is a price comparison to help you find your best fit online tutor.

                          How Japanese learners from Melbourne rate their Preply experience
                          Mk rated · Japanese tutor.
                          5.0Jul 29, 2024
                          I was looking for a teacher who could talk about anime She can speak English, so even though I was worried about studying Japanese, I could have a good time Thank you, Ms. Ayaka!
                          ちゅ rated · Japanese tutor.
                          5.0Jul 29, 2024
                          She was such a wonderful teacher!☺️ She was also very fluent in Japanese!☺️ I joined the teacher's subscription😍 She is a teacher with a lot of knowledge about anime! ☺️I really enjoyed talking about anime!☺️ The teacher slowly told me what was difficult for me to understand I'll give the teach...
                          Tonia rated · Japanese tutor.
                          5.0Jul 29, 2024
                          Rina is such a sweet person and a very professional language tutor. It’s amazing to have a course tailored to your specific learning goals. Rina also gives nuanced cultural pointers and lots of time to practice real conversation! Looking forward to more classes with her :)
                          Santana rated · Japanese tutor.
                          5.0Jul 29, 2024
                          Absolutely amazing tutor. Very kind and willing to work with you on everything. I would recommend him to everyone wanting to learn Japanese. 10/10
                          リアン rated · Japanese tutor.
                          5.0Jul 29, 2024
                          I asked Juri pop-up questions on festivals in Japan and she answered them well. I learnt a lot of new and interesting things.

                          Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

                          🌆 How do I skill up on Japanese in Melbourne and what are my options in terms of commitment?

                          Besides self-study using apps, you have a few principal possibilities for learning Japanese interactively in Melbourne. First, universities and community colleges are an especially good idea for in-state residents. Also, check centers for continuing education and professional studies (they are cheaper.) Your 2nd resource can be local for-profit language academies that are better priced and flexible in schedule and requirements. Third, non-profit learning centers usually offer cheaper group and more expensive in-person courses. 4th and last, you can opt for a private Japanese tutor in Melbourne. If flexibility is key, you can compare local Melbourne and online Japanese tutors.

                          🎟 How expensive is it to learn Japanese and how much should Japanese tutors ask?

                          For university and college courses you can estimate Japanese course cost by dividing annual tuition by 10 (one course is usually 3 out of 30 credit hours offered) to get the overall charge for 1/2 of a hundred class hours each semester. Language centers and private Japanese tutors charge $30-55 per hourly group lesson, with private classes starting around $50 or more. Some of the more affordable Japanese tutors can be found online, with tuition on Preply averaging 19 and tutor rates varying widely based on tutor location, positive reviews and specialization. Real student rating average for Japanese lessons on Preply is 4.97 out of 5 stars.

                          📚 How much Japanese do I need to know to sign up for a course?

                          When considering college and learning center classes be prepared to show a language test profeciency score or take an entrance test to determine your level. Predetermined curriculum classes vary widely in terms of textbook quality, homework volume and graded tasks, so research each program in advance. With personal Japanese tutors you can find reviews for whom the tutor is effective with and which other expertise they make available (like intermediate level practice, advanced students etc.) For more flexibility, choose a tutor from a wide selection of those teaching online.

                          🔥 Why is Japanese so difficult and are there ways to learn it faster?

                          One-size-fits-all language instruction practiced in schools is not the most effective way to learn Japanese. As proven by others before, you can gain basic Japanese fluency in 300 hours from zero knowledge. Studying and getting feedback five hours a week you will be able to understand many words, express yourself, socialize in about a year. Relocating is not a practical option for everyone, so online classes are a ready and enjoyable way of acquiring the basic knowledge of Japanese. After acquiring basic skills, online marketplaces like Preply have Japanese tutors who specialize in intensive classes for intermediate and advanced level practitioners.

                          🤷 How long does it take to achieve a good level of Japanese?

                          Some people seem to have a natural ability and learn languages quickly, but for most to go beyond the basics and gain working fluency in Japanese will require at least 600 hours of active use. The amount of time can differ quite a bit depending on your existing level of Japanese or familiarity with other languages in the same group. After alphabet and basic reading it is best to use the language as often as possible: watch TV, write by hand and online using your new language skills, seek native speakers to speak with, try other ways to think and speak in Japanese out loud. If you're struggling when starting a discusssion you can also take conversational Japanese classes online.

                          🤳 Can I pick my own Japanese teacher?

                          In language centers, you can possibly choose your own tutor (from select few). Online, certainly! The largest selection of approved Japanese tutors with detailed profiles and comprehensive reviews is available on online language learning 'supermarkets' like Preply.

                          🗓 What's the lesson schedule like?

                          Colleges structure classes two times weekly over a semester (15-week period). Language schools usually make available shorter, 8-week, 12-week, and 16-week course sessions. Online, allows the flexibility to schedule lessons around your commitments, on weekdays and/or weekends.