Sydney tutor in Japanese, Year 7 - 12 HSC Prep, University, Adults & JLPT

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Online Japanese Tutoring HSC and JLPT Specialist

4.8  (40 student reviews)

Native Japanese speaker | Qualified NSW & QLD secondary teacher (Japanese & Mathematics) | Australian teaching experience since 2010

Based in Dural | Online across NSW & QLD

[Term 4 & 2027 Enquiries]

Year 12 students are currently completing their final HSC Japanese preparation, with a focus on written responses, reading, listening, writing, vocabulary, grammar and exam technique.

Regular lesson availability is expected to increase from mid-October as Year 12 students complete their HSC preparation.

Enquiries are welcome from:

- students commencing Year 11 or Year 12 Japanese in 2027

- accelerated Japanese students

- Years 9–10 students seeking stronger foundations

- university Japanese students

- JLPT learners from N5 to N1


[Japanese Tutoring]

I provide structured, supportive and personalised Japanese lessons for school students, university students and adult learners.

Lessons are particularly suited to students preparing for HSC Japanese Beginners, Continuers and Extension, as well as JLPT N5–N1.

My teaching style is calm, clear and practical. Students receive guidance on what to practise next, how to improve efficiently, and how to build confidence across speaking, listening, reading and writing.


[I Support]

- Years 7–12 Japanese

- HSC Beginners, Continuers & Extension

- Accelerated Japanese students

- University Japanese

- Adults and JLPT learners (N5–N1)

- Students seeking stronger grammar, kanji, speaking confidence and exam technique


[What You Can Expect]

- Clear lesson structure and personalised practice

- Speaking accuracy coaching: grammar, natural phrasing and pronunciation

- HSC-style reading, listening, writing and speaking practice

- Targeted feedback identifying priority areas for improvement

- Structured preparation throughout the HSC year — from school assessments and Trial examinations through to HSC oral and written examinations

- Support for steady, long-term progress

For senior students, lessons can focus on HSC exam skills including speaking responses, 150ji and 400ji writing, reading comprehension, listening strategies, exam technique and natural Japanese expression.


[Long-Term Student Support]

Many students continue lessons with me for several years, including students progressing from junior Japanese through to senior and HSC-level study. Some long-term students have continued tutoring with me for 5–8 years (HSC - Adults).

This continuity allows lessons to develop with each student’s changing needs, from building strong foundations to advanced speaking, writing and examination preparation.


[Recent Student Progress]

Recent student outcomes and progress include:

- A Year 8 student achieving full marks in a Japanese speaking assessment.

- Year 12 students completing their HSC Japanese oral examinations confidently following targeted speaking preparation.

- Senior students completing their Trial examinations and now undertaking final preparation for the HSC written examinations.

My aim is to help students develop their Japanese skills steadily throughout the year while preparing effectively for important assessments and examinations.


[School Holiday Lessons]

Additional online lesson availability may be offered during NSW school holidays, particularly for senior Japanese students.

Holiday lessons can focus on:

- Speaking: exam-style Q&A, fluency, accuracy and natural expression

- Writing: 150ji and 400ji structure, grammar and natural phrasing

- Listening: exam strategies and targeted practice

- Reading: exam-style texts, vocabulary, inference and response techniques

- Individual priorities: grammar, kanji, vocabulary or assessment preparation


[Student Feedback]

“Lessons were engaging and really helped me build confidence.”

“Thanks to Sensei’s support over two years, I achieved strong HSC results and entered my first-choice university.”

Former students have attended selective, independent and local schools across Sydney.

More testimonials are available under Reviews.

Contact

Experience

- Qualified secondary teacher in NSW and QLD
- 18+ years' teaching experience across schools and private tutoring
- Current school teaching experience
- Strong knowledge of NSW HSC Japanese and JLPT preparation
- Native Japanese speaker with strong cultural knowledge
- Additional background in Psychology, education, communication and student support

Qualifications

- Accredited Secondary Teacher — NSW & QLD

- Bachelor of Education (Secondary), majoring in Japanese and Mathematics — Sydney

- Certificate in Community Language Teaching — University of Sydney, High Distinction

- Bachelor of Arts (Psychology/Education) — Tokyo

- Additional tertiary study in communication, ethics and student support

- Working With Children Check cleared until 30-Oct-2030

Rates

Online Lesson Rates – New Enrolments

Years 7–8: $50/hour
Years 9–10: $55/hour
Year 11: $60/hour
Year 12 Beginners / Continuers: $70/hour
Year 12 Extension: $85/hour
University Japanese: $70/hour
Adults / JLPT N5–N4: $65/hour
Adults / JLPT N3–N1: $70/hour

Initial Online Lesson

The initial 60-minute lesson is charged at the standard applicable rate.

It includes tuition, a brief discussion of the student's learning goals and an initial assessment of current strengths and priority areas for improvement.

Lessons are delivered via Microsoft Teams.
A meeting link is provided once the booking is confirmed.

Where possible, students are encouraged to share their current school, university or JLPT materials before the first lesson so the session can be appropriately tailored.

Booking & Lesson Information

Payment is by bank transfer or PayID.

Lessons are confirmed once payment is received.
At least 24 hours' notice is requested for cancellations or rescheduling.

Feedback and correction are normally provided during lesson time.
Additional written marking or feedback outside lesson time can be arranged separately when required.

Further booking and lesson conditions can be provided when arranging lessons.

Student Discount

Special Offer - Trial Lesson available (standard rate)

Working With Children Check

Yes, I'm cleared to work with children in New South Wales until 30-Oct-2030 (details available on request)

Gender

Male

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Joined Tutor Finder on 12-Oct-2015 (updated profile on 02-Oct-2026)