Find a Japanese tutor near me in Axminster

Japanese has two counting systems: the Sino-Japanese and the native Japanese.

The Sino-Japanese system (the most common system):

• 1 = ichi, 2 = ni, 3 = san, 4 = shi or yon, 5 = go
• 6 = roku, 7 = shichi or nana, 8 = hachi, 9 = kyuu or ku, 10 = juu

Native Japanese numbers (used for counting objects without specific counters):

• 1 = hitotsu, 2 = futatsu, 3 = mittsu, 4 = yottsu, 5 = itsutsu
• 6 = muttsu, 7 = nanatsu, 8 = yattsu, 9 = kokonotsu, 10 = too

Some numbers have alternative readings to avoid sounds linked to bad luck.

The average price for a Japanese lesson in Axminster is around £17/h per hour.

Prices can differ based on key criteria:

• The student's proficiency (complete beginner, intermediate, or advanced)
• The tutor's qualifications and experience (years of teaching experience)
• Lesson format (remote, in-person, or hybrid)
• How often and how long (weekly sessions, intensive courses, or exam preparation)

Some teachers provide a free first lesson so you can test their teaching style.

Japanese presents unique challenges, but each element follows clear rules once understood.

What makes Japanese distinct:

• Three writing systems: hiragana (46 characters), katakana (46 characters), and thousands of kanji
• Grammar structure: sentences follow Subject-Object-Verb order, not Subject-Verb-Object like English
• No articles or plurals: Japanese skips "the" and "a" entirely

On the positive side: spelling is phonetic, and verb conjugation follows predictable patterns.

Japanese tutors in Axminster have an average rating of 5⭐ out of 5, reflecting excellent teaching quality.

This score comes from 6 authentic student reviews.

Students particularly value clear explanations of kanji, patient correction of pronunciation, and structured lesson plans.