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Rika
- Rate £8
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- Japanese
- Japanese speaking
- Japanese listening
- Japanese writing
- Japanese accent reduction
≪ Japanese (Intermediate N4–N2) ≫ Speak with confidence and prepare for your life in Japan
- Japanese
- Japanese speaking
- Japanese listening
- Japanese writing
- Japanese accent reduction
Lesson location
Recommended
Rika is a respected member of our tutor community. She is highly recommended for her commitment and the quality of her lessons. An excellent choice to progress with confidence.
About Rika
You understand grammar, but speaking still feels hard?
Hi, I’m Rika, born and raised in Tokyo.
I help intermediate learners speak natural, practical Japanese
so you can live in Japan, go on a working holiday,
and make Japanese friends with more confidence.
Here, you can always think:
“It’s okay to make mistakes.”
■ Does this sound like you?
・You don’t have many chances to speak Japanese
・Native Japanese feels too fast
・You always use the same expressions
・It’s hard to stay motivated
If so, you’re definitely not alone.
■ About Me
People often describe me as cheerful and easy to talk to.
I’ve worked in Japanese companies, as well as in cafés, restaurants, wedding venues,
and at Tokyo Disneyland.
Because of this experience, I teach real, living Japanese—
the kind people actually use in everyday life,
not just textbook Japanese.
I’m currently living in Paris on a working holiday.
Living in another country with a different language and culture is challenging every day.
I also feel frustrated sometimes in French—
shopping, communicating, working… it’s not always easy.
Because I’m going through this experience right now,
I can support you with understanding, kindness, and a realistic approach.
About the lesson
- Primary
- Secondary
- GCSE
- +20
levels :
Primary
Secondary
GCSE
AS Level
A Level
BTEC
Adult Education
Undergraduate
Masters
Diploma
Doctorate
Nursery
A1
A2
B1
B2
C1
C2
Beginner
Intermediate
Advanced
Professional
Kids
- English
- Japanese
All languages in which the lesson is available :
English
Japanese
≪ Practical, conversation-focused Japanese lessons ≫
These lessons are designed to help you use Japanese in real-life situations, especially for studying abroad or a working holiday in Japan.
The main goal is to build natural speaking reflexes and learn expressions that are actually used in everyday life and at work in Japan.
What we work on in class
■ Conversation for life and work in Japan
・Common expressions used in customer service
・Polite language and greetings for the workplace
・Job interview preparation
■ Everyday life situations
・Talking with Japanese friends
・Shopping at convenience stores and supermarkets
・Ordering and paying at restaurants and izakaya
■ Strengthening your intermediate level
・Grammar
・Vocabulary
・Kanji
・Idiomatic expressions
Recommendations
Recommendations come from relatives, friends and acquaintances of the teacher
Rika-sensei is a very cheerful teacher who always gives me positive energy. She is easy to talk to, so I feel comfortable sharing my concerns about learning Japanese, and she answers every question carefully and thoroughly.
She is currently on a working holiday and studying French, so she truly understands how students feel.
I highly recommend Rika-sensei as a Japanese teacher!I highly recommend Rika as a Japanese tutor.
She offers fully customized, interactive lessons tailored to each student’s needs and goals. Her bright and positive personality makes it easy for students to relax, speak freely, and enjoy learning. Many learners describe her as feeling more like a friend than a teacher, which creates a supportive environment where students feel comfortable sharing their challenges.
What makes Rika especially unique is that she is currently on a working holiday and learning French herself. Because she is actively studying a foreign language, she truly understands the struggles and joys of language learning and brings that empathy into every lesson.
She is a warm, approachable, and dedicated teacher, and I’m confident that students learning with her will feel encouraged, supported, and motivated.Rika is always cheerful and positive, and she is a teacher who is very easy to talk to about any concerns related to studying Japanese. In her lessons, you can learn Japanese that you can use immediately when you come to Japan for study abroad or on a working holiday, as well as intermediate-level Japanese.
In particular, since Rika has work experience at Japanese companies, Tokyo Disneyland, and in cafés and restaurants, those who want to work in Japan on a working holiday will be able to acquire practical and natural Japanese. In addition, while learning the language, you can also learn about unique aspects of Japanese culture, such as New Year’s traditions and cherry blossom viewing (hanami).
If you feel anxious about living in Japan, please don’t worry!!! Rika also provides support for daily life in Japan. If you have any problems, feel free to ask her questions. Since she herself is currently living in Paris, France on a working holiday, she understands the challenges of living abroad and is easy to talk to about various concerns.
So, let’s start by trying Rika’s trial lesson! It is sure to be a fun and fulfilling learning experience!Rika is a native Japanese teacher.
She has experience working in Japanese companies, and she has also worked as a Disney cast member, at wedding venues, and in various cafes and restaurants.
She is great at teaching natural and authentic conversation. She is a cheerful, energetic teacher who is currently studying French herself!
Don't hesitate to start your language learning journey with Rika!
Rika sensei is a patient and supportive teacher who truly cares! Since she is also learning French, she deeply understands the feelings of fellow language learners. Talking with her instantly lifts the loneliness often felt in language study and fills you with renewed enthusiasm! As a former Disney cast member, she brings a touch of magic to every lesson. With Rika sensei by your side, your Japanese learning journey will be not only successful but also incredibly enjoyable!
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- £8
Pack prices
- 5h: £39
- 10h: £79
online
- £8/h
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