Stop sounding
like a textbook.
Learn the Japanese people actually speak — on the street, with friends, in anime and dramas. Live 1:1 sessions with a native speaker, built around what you want to say.
Same meaning. Different planet.
Textbooks teach polite Japanese for business meetings. Lessons here cover the casual, everyday Japanese you hear from friends, in Shibuya, and in anime. You’ll still learn when to switch to polite.
“I don’t get it.” Casual speech squeezes sounds together, and textbooks rarely teach you to hear that.
“This is so good.” Every tourist has heard めっちゃ but never learned it in class.
“For real?” The one reaction word you’ll hear ten times a day. Tone matters, and you’ll learn when it’s cool and when it’s rude.
Pick your pace.
Every lesson is live and 1:1. Prices are in USD. No subscription, and you can cancel up to 24 hours before your lesson.
Trial Session
- Level check & goal setting
- Your first 10 real phrases
- One per student
Single Lesson
- Custom topic: slang, anime, travel, dating
- Pronunciation & natural flow
- Phrase sheet after every lesson
4-Lesson Pack
- Save $20 vs. single lessons
- Structured monthly plan
- Use within 60 days
Three steps. That’s it.
Pick a time
Open slots sync live with your teacher’s calendar and show in your local time zone. No back-and-forth emails.
Pay securely
Check out with a card, Apple Pay or Google Pay through Stripe. Your slot is locked in once payment goes through.
Join on Zoom
Your private Zoom link arrives by email with calendar invites and reminders. Click it at lesson time and you’re in.
Lock in your slot.
Times below are shown in your time zone.
1 · Lesson
2 · Date
3 · Time
Hey, I’m [Name].
[Short bio goes here.] I teach the Japanese you won’t find in any textbook: street talk, attitude, and the way people really speak.
These lessons go deeper than a short video. We work on your goals, whether that’s talking with Japanese friends, watching anime without subtitles, or not freezing up on your next Tokyo trip.
Questions.
I’m a total beginner. Is this for me?
Yes. The trial session checks your level, and lessons are adjusted to fit it. Beginners start with the phrases they’ll use most, written in romaji, with hiragana added gradually.
Will I only learn slang?
No. You’ll learn real, natural Japanese, including when to be casual and when to switch to polite. Knowing the difference is what keeps you from sounding rude.
What time zones do you cover?
All open slots are shown in your local time zone automatically. Evening slots work well for US East and West Coast learners.
What do I need for the lesson?
A computer or phone with Zoom, a stable connection, and headphones if possible. The Zoom link is in your confirmation email.
Can I cancel or reschedule?
Yes, free of charge up to 24 hours before your lesson, using the link in your confirmation email. Later cancellations aren’t refunded.