Japanese classes in Wollongong: Try a class for free
Finding Japanese classes in Wollongong that are both effective and affordable can be tricky. Classes are typically in groups, meaning you have limited opportunities to speak. On top of this, you’ll often find certain students dominate the conversation, or ask the teacher endless questions!
LanguaTalk offers a more convenient and effective alternative: 1-on-1 online Japanese classes with experienced native tutors. You won’t find these tutors available for face-to-face Japanese lessons in Wollongong. LanguaTalk finds the best tutors from around the world. They offer conversational Japanese classes at cheaper rates because they don’t have to travel to you and they often live in countries with a lower cost of living.
Probably you’re thinking: but are online classes really as effective as face-to-face? You can book a no obligation 30-minute trial session (for free with most tutors) and see for yourself. Classes take place via video call, allowing you to communicate with your tutor and share learning materials, as if you were in the same room. And you can book classes for whenever it suits you.
Below, you can filter to tutors who have availability that fits with your Wollongong time zone. Then watch videos, check reviews, and book a trial session.
If you have questions, you can click the 'Help' button in the bottom right. There, you’ll find answers to every question imaginable, and the option of contacting our support team.
Kaori S
Kaori S
Certified Japanese Teacher since 1994 offers beginner level and conversation course
My role is to be your mentor who support your goal. I believe in you and help you acquiring Japanese. Your course will be designed on your request based on your pace, interests, learning style and learning history.
In my classes, I try to give more time to speaking practice. Because learners cannot do this all alone. You can do writing practice at home. You can take time to look for the words and structure them carefully and try out something new. Watching short videos and listening to music can also be given as an assignment. I will help you with many picture slides. Once you get comfortable creating sentences with the new expressions and vocabulary, I will offer activities which stimulate conversations.
I do not insist on handwriting. I leave it to the learners. Handwriting helps some learners to memorize. Other learners are visual and rather work with flash cards. Nowadays, there is little necessity for handwriting. Most written communication is typed.
Beginners will have to decide on their textbook. I usually prefer the one which the learner has already been using. If the learner wants to have a new book or they have none, I can recommend one. The learner uses the textbook for doing homework, reviewing, or pre-study. I will use slides in the lessons for oral practice. For those who want conversation lessons, the materials can vary depending on the learner’s wishes.
Teaching is my joy. I appreciate each meeting that brings me the chance to learn through my teaching. Seeing the progress of my students makes me happy.
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Arisa A
Arisa A
Japanese coach for all levels! Japanese/ English native
Do you want to…
🏯 Start learning Japanese but not sure where to start?
🍜 Practice speaking Japanese with a Japanese native / a English speaker who can correct your errors and explain?
🎑Learn Japanese in a relax atmosphere 1 : 1?
If you want to improve your conversation skills in standard Japanese and be more confident to talk to people in Japan, I am happy to help :) I am flexible with my teaching style so please let me know your preference and your needs.
✅Conversation
✅Basic - advance grammar
✅Reading
✅Anything you need a help with
(a bit about myself)
I was born and raised in Tokyo and currently studying in the UK for my degree after studying in high school and university in Tokyo. I was a member of a broadcast club and practiced to be a news reporter in Tokyo. I am passionate about Art and Japanese culture. I also love to cook and bake Japanese food.
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Yuki M
Yuki M
Native Japanese Tutor with MA Language Pedagogy(Japanese)
Hello,
My name is Yuki. I have a MA in language teaching and I have been engaged in education for about 7 years . I myself learned a few foreign languages and understand it takes patience.
Each learner has a different goal and a personal preference. First, I would like to know what you have already learned and your goal. You can also tell me what you would like to focus on and what you think is difficult. Then, I can design lessons for you.
For example:-
1, You already are an intermediate-level student in a group language course but want to have more conversational practices.
- Set a situation or a topic (real life settings, social topics, etc)
- You communicate using your existing knowledge
- I present phrases and vocabulary for effective communication
- Practice
2, You are a beginner and want to build up all sorts of skills
- Start with basic greetings and phrases
- Familiarize you with Japanese sound structure and pronunciation, and also its writing system
- Build up grammar
- Listen to Japanese language in real life (because listening to controlled conversations can be done by using CDs and scripts.)
(I often use "Japanese for Busy People", which is a very useful book in a lot of different aspects.)
3, Japanese for travel, support for your group lesson, etc
- If you are planning to travel to Japan and want a few quick lessons to learn greetings and basic expressions, you are also welcome.
- If you are taking group lessons but struggling or want extra practice, I can give you support. In this case, I would ask you to send me files(pages or handouts etc) you wish to cover beforehand (2,3 days in advance).
These are just examples, and of course, feel free to book a trial lesson to see if I am a right tutor for you.
Yuki
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Saki D
Saki D
Professional Japanese teacher with over 3000 lessons of experience teaching online!
Hi, there! Olá! I'm Saki.
I'm a native Japanese speaker from Okayama-ken, Japan.
Currently I live in Brazil. I speak Japanese, English (intermediate) and Portuguese (intermediate).
Working as Japanese teacher over 7 years online and offline, I have experience of teaching Japanese for students of various age (3-80 years-old) and level from all over the world who have different objectives to learn Japanese. Not only in language school or online platform, I also helped foreign kids who live in Japan to learn Japanese at elementary school in Japan.
I always try to make the best lesson for each student. I customize lessons and adjust speaking speed and homework. And not only I teach Japanese language, but also Japanese culture too!
In all lessons (except lesson for kids) includes a note for new grammar/vocabulary or mistakes, short feedback / comment (would be small reading exercise) and quick review of previous lesson at the beginning or end of the lesson. I share all of them with you on Google document.Here is specific lesson type, but of course, we can talk about our lesson plan!
Here are specific lesson types.
Free talk (Conversation)
Minna no Nihongo Shokyu / Genki
Beginners to learn vocabulary and grammar. I use PowerPoint so you can see and hear what I'll be teaching.
Customized lesson (JLPT, Travel, Kids, Marugoto, Music, etc.)
Materials or anything that we use /talk in class will be shared on Google document, so you can access anytime.
Picture description (Intermediate~)
We use pictures to try to make any sentences and to expand your vocabulary!
Video+Grammar+Vocabulary+Conversation (Intermediate~)
With prepared materials, you can can real Japanese!
I cannot put all explanation about the lessons because this space is limited.
I hope to see you in lesson :) またね！
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Yuko S
Yuko S
I am a native Japanese speaker. Experienced Japanese language tutor and certified by WJLC.
I have about 800 lessons of experience teaching online with students in various countries as Japanese tutor. I am certified by The World Japanese Language Centre for the 420 hour Advanced Japanese Teacher Training Course. Because of my experience and good knowledge of Japanese business environment, I know how to communicate with Japanese people in the business scene and how to respond. I also teach children from very young age. I customize lessons depending on the student and their aim, goals and personality etc. I was born in Japan and raised in Tokyo. I experienced living in Kyushuu, and Okayama, too, as my father moved there to work. Every time I made friends, I had to say ''Kon-nichiwa'' and ''Sayoonara''. A bit sad but it was great to see new friends. I live in the UK now. As I mentioned, I am teaching Japanese after my work experience of Japanese companies. It has been a great experience working there with great people. This helps a lot to teach my students who are thinking to live in Japan and work for Japanese companies.
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Akari P
Akari P
Beginner Friendly! SPEAK Japanese with confidence from DAY 1 🌈 Certified Teacher
😊 3 best advantages of my lessons! You'll be able to...
- SPEAK in Japanese
- Express your thoughts in Japanese
- Learn to think & communicate in Japanese
🔷 Class types (55min/30min):
- Japanese for beginners (include homework) (A0-)
- Conversation Practice (A2-)
🟡 Japanese podcast "Slow Japanese" creator
🟡 Awarded 2022 International Top Language Coach
🟡 Polyglot language enthusiast (speak Japanese, English, Polish, Italian, Swedish, little German & Spanish)
🟡 Live in Sweden
🟡 Film mania (Sci-Fi, horror, fantasy, comedy, mystery, action, etc.)
🟡 Music nerd (metal🤘, experimental, soundtrack, rock)
🟡 Art & Design lover
🟡 Worked as web developer&designer, sound engineer
Me as a Teacher
✅ Personalized
✅ Quick result
✅ Creative & fun
✅ Speak with confidence
I'm a professional Japanese teacher with experience teaching Japanese both face-to-face and online.
I specialize in beginners, but intermediate and above conversation lessons are also welcome!
It's also possible to focus on Japanese for travel or Japanese for daily life.
🎓 Certificate of teaching Japanese as a foreign language
🎓 Completed the university's Japanese language teaching course with distinction
🎓 120h TESOL certification
My lessons & teaching style
- Tailored lessons for YOU
- Interactive lessons
- A safe place to make mistakes
- Completely beginner students WELCOME!
- Quick result!
📂 Structured materials
📝 Homework includes (Japanese for beginners)
🌐 Lessons are in Japanese & English (+ other support languages)
💪 I'm here to UNLOCK YOUR POTENTIAL 💯
POLICY
- If a lesson is about to start within 12 hours, it can NOT be changed to a new time or canceled. Last-minute cancellations won't be refunded.
- If you are more than 10 minutes late without notice the class will be considered a no-show and fully charged.
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Ayumi O
Ayumi O
A personalized and fun lesson with 8 years of teaching language experience tutor!
Hi there, I'm Ayumi.
✔My lesson is perfectly suited for the type of student below!
【If you are a...】
・Absolute beginner
・Student who wants to study/work/live in Japan in the future
・Foreigner living in Japan
・Student who wants to pass JLPT N5～N3
・Student who wants to talk/practice speaking in Japanese
【Lesson style】
・conversation
・Textbook → I use the Japanese textbook ”Genki げんきⅠand Ⅱ(3rd edition)”
You can tell me if you have something specific that you want to learn!
【Japanese Level】
beginner-Intermediate
【Age】
Over 12 years old
✔about me
I am a native Japanese speaker and currently living in Japan. I've been teaching Japanese kids English since 2016 so I know well about teaching languages.
Learning the differences between Japanese and English makes your Japanese learning easier. I'll teach you about all this as well!
When we learn languages we need to know many things such as correct pronunciation, vocabulary, sentence structure, and more.
Something you need to know is that learning Japanese takes time and persistence -but don't worry!
I'll try to make your Japanese learning fun! I'm a friendly and easygoing person so you can just relax and enjoy the lesson!
I like traveling(I've been to over 15 countries!), watching movies, cooking and more so ask me in the lesson and tell me your interests too!
Now I live in Argentina!
✔In the first lesson
Tell me your goal or the things you want to learn/improve.
●We make plans together to achieve your goal.
● If you are not sure what to do to improve your Japanese, I can give you some advice.
Hope to see you in my lesson!
※I'm sorry but the lesson time will be 50 minutes or 25 minutes so that I won't be late for the next lesson.
I'll open my calendar a month before.
Thank you and see you soon!
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Frequently Asked Questions
What's the best way to find conversational Japanese classes near me in Wollongong?
If you prefer in-person learning over online classes, LanguaTalk might not be the best fit for your needs. For local classes, you can search through community boards or local service listing websites. However, we encourage you to explore the convenience and effectiveness of online classes. You can start with a free trial session to experience the benefits first-hand, such as access to a broader range of experienced teachers and potentially lower costs.
Do any of the teachers on LanguaTalk also offer in-person conversational Japanese classes in Wollongong?
While some teachers on LanguaTalk may offer in-person conversational classes in their local area, the majority specialize in online teaching. This approach is more convenient for them, allowing flexibility and the comfort of working from home. Most teachers are not based in Wollongong and are spread across the globe, so if you're looking for a class with LanguaTalk, you should anticipate an online learning experience.
Are Japanese lessons in Wollongong more expensive than learning online?
Whilst not always the case, Japanese classes in Wollongong are typically more expensive than online learning options. This is due to the costs associated with using a classroom, as well as travel time and expenses for teachers. Online classes, on the other hand, eliminate these overheads. Additionally, online instructors often live in countries with lower living costs, which can further reduce the price of online classes.
How does participating in a Japanese class via video call differ from attending a Japanese class in person in Wollongong?
Many students initially have reservations about participating in online Japanese classes, thinking the experience will be vastly different from in-person classes. However, they often discover that online classes can be just as engaging and effective. In an online Japanese class, you’ll interact with your teacher and classmates as if you were all in the same room. The teacher may share resources (like articles or videos) and will collaborate with you in real-time using tools like Google Docs or Dropbox Paper, ensuring an interactive learning environment. The biggest benefit is convenience: there is no need to travel, and you can book lessons for when it suits you.
The vast majority of students take 55-minute lessons. But some tutors also provide the option of 30-minute lessons. If they do, you’ll see this noted on their profile (below their pricing and above the ‘Buy Lessons’ button).
55-minute lessons are recommended for most students. In general, we only suggest considering 30-minute lessons if they’re for your child, or you have an intermediate level and only want conversation practice.
New to LanguaTalk? We'll give you a credit for a free trial session. Many, but not all, tutor offer these for free. If they do not, the price will be just 30 percent of their full lesson price, so you can still try a session at minimal cost.
Trial sessions last 30 minutes. They allow you to assess whether the tutor is a good fit for you, and get a feel for learning online. The tutor will assess your level and aim to understand your needs and interests so that they can customise any lessons you decide to take. You'll be encouraged to speak in Japanese as much as possible, but of course you can speak in English too!
If, after your trial session, you don't feel that the tutor is quite right for you, you can book a trial with another tutor for just 30 percent of their full lesson price.
On LanguaTalk, you can find exceptional tutors for 1-on-1 Japanese lessons tailored to your goals and learning preferences. Here’s how to try it for yourself:
1 - Find your ideal tutor by browsing videos, reviews, pricing and availability.
2 - Book a trial. Many tutors offer a 30-minute trial for free; others charge a discounted price.
3 - Take personalised lessons with your new tutor via video call. Or try someone else.
No card is required to book a free trial session. Please only book if you're considering taking lessons. Pricing varies by tutor and you can use the filter to find someone who fits your budget. You can pay one lesson at a time, or buy in bulk for a discount (open a tutor's profile to see their pricing options).
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99.8% of lesson ratings are 5 stars. Why? Because unlike other platforms, we accept only the top 10% of tutor applications.
To see our full FAQs or get help from our friendly team, click the 'Help' button in the bottom-right. You can also watch students talking about their experiences learning via LanguaTalk below.
The beauty of taking lessons online is that you can learn anytime, anywhere. When you choose a tutor, just check their calendar to make sure that they have available times that fit your schedule. Some tutor have limited availability as they already have a lot of students.
Lessons are taught 1-on-1 so that you receive your tutor’s full attention and can make fast progress. Communicating via video call, you’ll be able to talk to your tutor and share learning materials as if you were in the same room.
The tutors vary in terms of their teaching methods, resources, experiences, and personalities. So we suggest you look at several profiles to choose the best tutor for you. Whichever Japanese tutor you pick, they'll aim to tailor the lessons to your individual needs.