Turn Grammar Knowledge Into Real Japanese

Rena Sensei

I grew up in an environment where overseas cultures were always close to me. I completed the Japanese Language Teacher Training Program at university.
 
In my free time, I enjoy traveling, skiing, hiking, and baking. I also work as a Pilates instructor and a designer. I would love to help you learn Japanese, starting from casual conversations! My schedule is relatively flexible, and since I am based in North America, I am available in the MST timezone.  I am also fluent in English, so I can provide full support and explanations in English whenever needed.
 
Japanese can be complex with Hiragana, Katakana, Kanji, dialects, and various levels of politeness—having learned a foreign language myself, I truly understand the challenges! However, I am committed to supporting you until you reach a level you are completely happy with.
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TEACHING SPECIALTIES

  • Grammar
  • Conversation
  • JLPT, exam prep
  • Beginners to intermediate
  • English support

LANGUAGE

  • Japanese (Native)
  • English (Fluent)

AVAILABLE HOURS

  • Europe Evening
  • America Day

Teaching Style

  • My lessons are conducted in a relaxed, casual atmosphere, focusing on grammar and free conversation.
  • I flexibly choose learning materials based on each student’s goals and level.
  • During lessons, I make it a point to introduce related topics or cultural insights that come up naturally, helping students connect with real, everyday Japanese beyond just textbooks.

License

  • Completed 420-Hour Japanese Language Teacher Training Course

Experience

  • Studied abroad for a year in Ohio,  while providing support as a Japanese language tutor.
  • Worked for 6 years for a Japanese financial institution as a Web Director, Designer, and Expatriate Employee (Utah, USA).
  • Currently working in Alberta, Canada as a freelance Japanese teacher, Pilates Instructor and Freelancer.

Greetings from Rena Sensei!

What My Student Say

I have been taking Japanese lessons with Tsuki for several years. All this time, she has kept me motivated. I really appreciate her patience, encouragement, and rigorous teaching style. She is always well prepared for class and knows how to convey her knowledge effectively. I am a foreign language teacher myself, so I know how to recognize a competent teacher. It's a pleasure to attend her classes.
Lucie
Tsuki-san is a very patient and detail-oriented instructor. I had the pleasure of taking a few months of Japanese lessons with her, and her instruction on hiragana and katakana, as well as sentence structure and important words and phrases, were a huge help when I vacationed in Okinawa, Japan. The way she focuses on building a solid foundation and a clear understanding of the basics makes learning Japanese much more approachable.
Jay
Tsuki is an excellent instructor - patient, clear, and with well thought-out lessons. Highly recommended!
Sita