Teachers by Level

Beginner

SHIO Sensei

Balanced Input & Output for Steady Progress

Want to improve your grammar and vocabulary and speak with confidence? Shio-sensei is perfect then!

CHIYOKO Sensei

"Think in Japanese" Method

Chiyoko-sensei teaches with the Direct Method, teaching Japanese in Japanese. This will help you naturally improve Japanese fast.

*This teacher is currently accepting only women students.

FUJI Sensei

Fun talk & structured explanation combined

No worries about running out of things to say here. Fuji-sensei, talkative & experienced teacher, will keep the conversation moving naturally.

RENA Sensei

Turn Grammar Knowledge Into Real Japanese

Rena-sensei’s combination of clear grammar explanations and speaking practice will boost your confidence.

SAKI Sensei

Textbook-based lessons, made fun

Saki Sensei uses textbooks designed to practice conversation and grammar at the same time. Her fun lessons for kids are also popular. 

SHIO Sensei

Balanced Input & Output for Steady Progress

Want to improve your grammar and vocabulary and speak with confidence? Shio-sensei is perfect then!

CHIYOKO Sensei

"Think in Japanese" Method

Chiyoko-sensei teaches with the Direct Method, teaching Japanese in Japanese. This will help you naturally improve Japanese fast.

*This teacher is currently accepting only women students.

SAKI Sensei

Textbook-based lessons, made fun

Saki Sensei uses textbooks designed to practice conversation and grammar at the same time. Her fun lessons for kids are also popular. 

MAYU Sensei

Learn at patient, safe place

Mayu sensei is a patient teacher, giving you space to challenge and make mistakes by chatting about anything in relaxed classes.

RENA Sensei

Turn Grammar Knowledge Into Real Japanese

Rena-sensei’s combination of clear grammar explanations and speaking practice will boost your confidence.

FUJI Sensei

Fun talk & structured explanation combined

No worries about running out of things to say here. Fuji-sensei, talkative & experienced teacher, will keep the conversation moving naturally.

MIYU Sensei

Learn Like You're Chatting with a Friend

From anime to relationships or identity, Miyu-sensei helps you talk about what matters to you with confidence and clarity.

SHIO Sensei

Balanced Input & Output for Steady Progress

Want to improve your grammar and vocabulary and speak with confidence? Shio-sensei is perfect then!

MAYU Sensei

Learn at patient, safe place

Mayu sensei is a patient teacher, giving you space to challenge and make mistakes by chatting about anything in relaxed classes.

FUJI Sensei

Fun talk & structured explanation combined

No worries about running out of things to say here. Fuji-sensei, talkative & experienced teacher, will keep the conversation moving naturally.

MIYU Sensei

Learn Like You're Chatting with a Friend

From anime to relationships or identity, Miyu-sensei helps you talk about what matters to you with confidence and clarity.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

How do I start?

Book 25-minute trial lesson ($9)  first. After the trial, your teacher will share a link to purchase your lesson package.

See how SAYAS works

All lessons are held online via Zoom. After booking, you’ll receive a Zoom link from your teacher before each class. You can join from your computer, tablet, or phone — just make sure your internet connection is stable.

Each teacher has their own specialties — such as JLPT preparation, conversation, or grammar — and they prepare materials that fit your personal goals.
We’re also creating SAYAS Original Materials, a unique method designed to help you learn more naturally — coming soon!

At SAYAS, all ongoing lessons are booked as part of a lesson package. This approach supports consistent progress and helps build a strong, trusting relationship between you and your teacher. Lesson packages come with discounts based on the number of lessons you choose.

  • 5 lessons → 5% off

  • 10 lessons → 10% off

  • 20 lessons → 20% off

Packages purchased on or after February 10, 2026 (JST) are valid for one year from the purchase date, regardless of package size.

Lesson packages are generally intended to be used with one teacher. However, if you feel the match is not right due to special circumstances, the school can assist you in transferring to another teacher. Please contact us and we will be happy to discuss your situation.

After booking a class, you can contact your teacher by replying to the booking confirmation email. If you have any questions before booking, please contact us at info@sayasjapanese.com

Yes — you can reschedule or cancel up to 12 hours before the scheduled time; changes made within 12 hours are normally not allowed. For more details, please see our Student Guide & Policies.

If a teacher is unable to attend or cancels within 12 hours:

  • Trial lesson students will receive a full refund.
  • Package students will have one lesson returned to their package.

Please contact us if the teacher is unresponsive.

Yes. You can take a lesson together with a friend, partner, or family member. You may join from the same device or separate devices.

Please note the following:

  • Only one person can make the booking, payment, and receive the Zoom link.
  • Pair lessons are available only as 50-minute lessons (25-minute lessons are not available).
  • One pair lesson is charged as 1.5 times a regular lesson.