Find a Japanese tutor near me in Belfast

There are two ways to count in Japanese: one borrowed from Chinese, one purely Japanese.

Sino-Japanese numbers (used for dates, phone numbers, and maths):

• 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.

Japanese lessons in Belfast typically cost £18/h per hour.

This rate varies depending on several factors:

• Your current level (complete beginner, intermediate, or advanced)
• The tutor's qualifications and experience (years of teaching experience)
• Lesson format (online via video call, at your home, or at the tutor's location)
• Frequency and duration (weekly sessions, intensive courses, or exam preparation)

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

The difficulty depends on which aspects you focus on first.

Key differences from English:

• Three writing systems: hiragana for native words, katakana for loanwords, and kanji for meaning-based characters
• 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.

With an average score of 5⭐ out of 5, Japanese teachers in Belfast are highly regarded by their students.

This rating is based on 6 verified reviews from real students.

High ratings typically mention personalised feedback, cultural insights, and steady progress.