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Kazumi

5 (7 reviews)

Rate $30
Response 1h
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Number of students Kazumi has taught since their arrival at Superprof
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Number of students Kazumi has taught since their arrival at Superprof

5 (7 reviews)

$30/h

1^st lesson free

Japanese
Japanese speaking
Japanese Vocabulary
Japanese listening
Japanese reading

Start speaking real Japanese from your first lesson – patient, personalized coaching for beginners, anime & game fans, travelers, and JLPT learners

Japanese
Japanese speaking
Japanese Vocabulary
Japanese listening
Japanese reading

Lesson location

- online
- at your home or a public place : will travel up to 10 mi. from

About Kazumi

Hi, I'm Kazumi, a native Japanese speaker from Kanagawa, Japan.

My teaching style is patient, encouraging, and built around you. Every student learns differently, so I pay close attention to how you respond. I notice when something clicks and when it needs another explanation, and I adjust in the moment.

If one explanation doesn't work, I'll find another way: a new example, a quick demonstration, or a comparison to English that makes it clear.

I believe the best way to learn is to use Japanese right away. You'll start speaking in your very first lesson, not just memorizing rules. Mistakes are always welcome, because they show me exactly where to help and they build your confidence faster.

I'm a lifelong fan of Japanese games and anime myself, so I love helping students understand the language behind the stories they enjoy.

About the lesson

Real Japanese, taught in a way that fits you.

WHO THESE LESSONS ARE FOR
- Complete beginners starting with hiragana, katakana, and first conversations
- Anime and game fans who want to understand without subtitles
- Travelers who want to order food, ask for directions, and chat with locals in Japan
- High school and college students who need support with classwork and tests
- JLPT learners who want a clear, structured study plan

Nervous about starting? Most of my students are, at first. We go at your pace, and no question is too basic.

HOW LESSONS WORK
1. Free 30-minute first lesson: We talk about your goals, check your current level, and build a plan around what you want to achieve.
2. Every lesson: A relaxed warm-up conversation, one focused topic (grammar, vocabulary, or real phrases from anime and travel), then speaking and listening practice so it sticks.
3. Customized lesson materials: I create materials tailored to your goals and level, and share them with you on Google Drive, so everything stays organized in one place and you can review anytime.

WHAT YOU'LL GAIN
- Natural expressions native speakers actually use, beyond the textbook
- Clear explanations of tricky topics like particles, verb forms, and polite speech
- The cultural context behind the language, so you know not just what to say but why
- Real milestones: introducing yourself, ordering at a restaurant, reading hiragana on your own, or following a scene in your favorite anime

Lessons are online, or in person in the Snohomish area. We start in English and gradually use more Japanese as your skills grow.

Book your free 30-minute lesson and tell me your goal. You'll leave with a clear plan for where we'll go next!

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5 (7 reviews)

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Nicholas
- 5
Perfect! Kazume sensei is a great tutor. She was able to create a nice personalized lesson structure that helped me towards my goals in learning Japanese!
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Nicholas

Perfect! Kazume sensei is a great tutor. She was able to create a nice personalized lesson structure that helped me towards my goals in learning Japanese!
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Grimes
- 5
Perfect! I found Kazumi to help my daughter with her high school Japanese 300 class. Kazumi has been an excellent Japanese tutor. She is always on time, sends summaries after each tutoring session, and creates custom handouts and quizzes for my daughter to practice. I highly recommend Kazumi to anyone wanting to learn Japanese!
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Grimes

Perfect! I found Kazumi to help my daughter with her high school Japanese 300 class. Kazumi has been an excellent Japanese tutor. She is always on time, sends summaries after each tutoring session, and creates custom handouts and quizzes for my daughter to practice. I highly recommend Kazumi to anyone wanting to learn Japanese!

Kazumi's response
Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m thrilled to hear that our sessions have been helpful and that your daughter is progressing well in her Japanese class. She’s a hardworking student who follows instructions closely, which makes it a pleasure to support her learning. I look forward to helping her continue to succeed. Thank you for trusting me with her Japanese journey!
- Kazumi's response :
  Thank you so much for your kind review! I’m thrilled to hear that our sessions have been helpful and that your daughter is progressing well in her Japanese class. She’s a hardworking student who follows instructions closely, which makes it a pleasure to support her learning. I look forward to helping her continue to succeed. Thank you for trusting me with her Japanese journey!
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Marissa

Kazumi is an exceptional person, who has built the foundation of who she is on respect and kindness. I have known kazumi for over 10 years and have learned many things regarding the Japanese culture, including attending cultural outings and partaking in traditional Japanese meals Kazumi has taken the time to cook for me. She always takes the time to explain things carefully and concisely and if I have additional questions she is happy to elaborate or give a demonstration. She has even provided me with additional links with more information so that I can dive further into a topic if I so desire. If you are considering hiring kazumi to care, teach or guide you or your loved ones in any way, don’t hesitate. She is amazing!
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Marissa
Kazumi is an exceptional person, who has built the foundation of who she is on respect and kindness. I have known kazumi for over 10 years and have learned many things regarding the Japanese culture, including attending cultural outings and partaking in traditional Japanese meals Kazumi has taken the time to cook for me. She always takes the time to explain things carefully and concisely and if I have additional questions she is happy to elaborate or give a demonstration. She has even provided me with additional links with more information so that I can dive further into a topic if I so desire. If you are considering hiring kazumi to care, teach or guide you or your loved ones in any way, don’t hesitate. She is amazing!
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Minori

I teach Japanese at WWU. Kazumi is one of the excellent tutors. She specifically understands what areas the student needs to work hard. She is also caring person, motivates each student’s passion of learning! If you like animals, I strongly recommend Kazumi! She loves animals too!
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Minori
I teach Japanese at WWU. Kazumi is one of the excellent tutors. She specifically understands what areas the student needs to work hard. She is also caring person, motivates each student’s passion of learning! If you like animals, I strongly recommend Kazumi! She loves animals too!
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Midori

Kazumi is very responsible, caring and fun! I am working with her. She cares about everyone by reading his/her facial expressions or gestures intuitively and adjust her approaches. She would be a wonderful teacher for you.
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Midori
Kazumi is very responsible, caring and fun! I am working with her. She cares about everyone by reading his/her facial expressions or gestures intuitively and adjust her approaches. She would be a wonderful teacher for you.
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Jennifer

Kazumi is a patient and encouraging language teacher and coach. I find that her fluency in English is as helpful to my learning as her native Japanese language proficiency. She is easy to learn with and makes conversation fun and interesting.
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Jennifer
Kazumi is a patient and encouraging language teacher and coach. I find that her fluency in English is as helpful to my learning as her native Japanese language proficiency. She is easy to learn with and makes conversation fun and interesting.
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Yukari

I would like to recommend Kazumi. Kazumi is very supportive, has a strong sense of responsibility, and is also very quick to respond. Therefore, I believe Kazumi is highly suitable for teaching students as a Japanese language teacher, and I am confident that the students' skills will definitely improve under her guidance.
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Yukari
I would like to recommend Kazumi. Kazumi is very supportive, has a strong sense of responsibility, and is also very quick to respond. Therefore, I believe Kazumi is highly suitable for teaching students as a Japanese language teacher, and I am confident that the students' skills will definitely improve under her guidance.
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10h: $300

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This first lesson offered with Kazumi will allow you to get to know each other and clearly specify your needs for your next lessons.

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**Cancellation Policy**
To respect both of our time, cancellations or rescheduling requests must be made at least 24 hours in advance of the scheduled session. Cancellations made within 24 hours will incur a fee equal to 50% of the lesson cost. However, if you need to cancel, you’re welcome to reschedule the session to another day within the same week to avoid the cancellation fee. Thank you for your understanding and for helping me maintain a smooth and organized schedule!

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