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Matthew
- Rate £25
- Response 1h
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£25/hr
Contact
1st lesson free
- Japanese
- Japanese speaking
- Japanese listening
- Japanese reading
- Japanese writing
Experienced teacher offers online and in-person Japanese lessons for students of all levels
- Japanese
- Japanese speaking
- Japanese listening
- Japanese reading
- Japanese writing
Lesson location
- Online
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at your home or in a public place : will travel up to 2 km from Colchester
About Matthew
Hello! My name is Matthew James, and I’m a Japanese language tutor based in the UK.
I’ve been teaching languages for over 8 years, mostly in Japan, where I worked with students of all ages and levels. I also have experience in educational publishing, so if you're aiming for a qualification like the JLPT, I can help you prepare effectively.
In my lessons, I focus on building your confidence and keeping things enjoyable. I use a clear structure, fun warm-ups, and lots of practical speaking and listening activities—because learning a language should be exciting, not stressful!
Whether you're learning for travel, exams, work, or just for fun, I’ll tailor each lesson to your goals. I also bring in cultural insights from my 18 years of living in Japan to help make the language really come alive.
So if you‘re curious about Japanese and want to give it a go—or take your skills further—get in touch. I’d love to help you on your learning journey. Hope to see you soon!
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About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- GCSE
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levels :
Primary
Secondary
GCSE
AS Level
A Level
BTEC
Adult Education
Undergraduate
Masters
Diploma
Doctorate
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional
Kids
- English
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
I believe students learn best when they feel confident and enjoy their lessons. That’s why I focus on creating a positive, supportive learning environment tailored to each student's goals and learning style.
Our lessons will follow a clear structure to help you stay focused and make steady progress. After we discuss your objectives, I’ll create a lesson plan that suits your needs. Every session begins with a short, fun warm-up to help you start thinking in Japanese and ease any nerves. I’ll then introduce new content, explain key points, and guide you through interactive practice activities. We’ll end each lesson with a quick review and suggestions for optional practice at home.
I adapt my teaching approach to each student, but I always aim to make lessons lively and engaging. Language learning takes practice—but it should never be dull.
I taught English in Japan for eight years, working with learners of all ages and abilities. I also have eight years of experience in educational publishing in the UK and Japan, including developing and managing language exams. If you're preparing for a qualification, I can help.
I passed the JLPT N1 with 89% on my first attempt in 2015, and I’ve received multiple national awards in Japanese calligraphy. With 18 years living in Japan, I bring deep cultural insight to my lessons. You can read more about me at (concealed information)
If you're curious about Japanese language or culture, I’d love to help you discover more.
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Recommendations
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Matthew is an extremely kind, patient and knowledgeable tutor, whose passion for Japanese language and culture really shines through in every lesson - and I'm surprised at how much I've learned and progressed in just a few months! Cannot recommend enough.
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Rates
Rate
- £25
Pack prices
- 5h: £125
- 10h: £250
free lessons
The first free lesson with Matthew will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.
- 1hr
online
- £25/h
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