By getting you started with Los Angeles Japanese lessons, Varsity Tutors can help you to make the most of your language study time. Whatever your reasons for studying Japanese, and whatever your stage of life, these services can give you what you need to study effectively. In addition to helping you to develop your skills and knowledge, these services can help you to increase your confidence as well.
Japanese is one of the most important languages in the world even though it is fairly isolated. Japan has more than 127 million speakers, but Japan is the only country that uses Japanese regularly. Learning Japanese can give you a better understanding of Japanese history, culture, and philosophy. For students at local schools such as Alexander Hamilton Senior High School or John Marshall Senior High School, learning Japanese can be a great way to fulfill any foreign language requirements for graduation. Likewise, many universities or colleges like the University of Southern California offer classes in Japanese language and culture.
What can I learn about during Los Angeles Japanese lessons?
Japanese is a fascinating language that can be very tricky for native English speakers to learn. An obvious difference between the two languages is that Japanese uses a different system of writing that is similar to Chinese characters. Learning Japanese requires memorizing thousands of these characters. This is a significant barrier to reading and writing Japanese for English speakers. Japanese also uses only two verb tenses: past and non-past. Japanese uses the same tense for present and future. This different way of expressing time can be confusing for English speakers. Japanese nouns are similarly constructed. They do not indicate number, speaker, or gender so context is an essential aspect of understanding and speaking Japanese. This sort of complexity makes Japanese an interesting but difficult language to learn.
In attempting to learn a language such as Japanese, learning in a formal context can be very helpful. Working with an expert can help you to better understand which content to learn first and how to build off of that foundation. Likewise, learning in a structured environment can help you to avoid bad habits in your study time and help you to track your progress. This sort of formal environment can also provide ample opportunities to practice speaking Japanese. Speaking a language requires you to utilize a number of skills and concepts at the same time which can help you to internalize your understanding of the language.
How can Los Angeles Japanese lessons help me to study?
There are two main options for your Japanese language study. You can learn in a classroom environment, or with a Los Angeles Japanese tutor. Either option can help you to study effectively, and both can accommodate a number of logistical needs.
Learning Japanese in a classroom environment can be helpful for those who like to learn by interacting with other people. You and your classmates can learn from a skilled instructor in a live virtual classroom. The interactions you have during your sessions are similar to those that take place in an in-person classroom, but these sessions are far easier to schedule and attend. In addition to listening to lectures, you and your classmates to discuss the ideas you and learning and ask questions to seek greater clarity from your instructor. You can also meet with your instructor outside of class time if you want to get extra help. There are new classes that start monthly. You are able to choose between two or four-week sessions and you can pick the session that fits your schedule best.
Whether you work with a Los Angeles Japanese tutor online or in-person, you can focus your sessions on your needs. You can pick the content that is most pertinent to your goals, and your Los Angeles Japanese tutor can help you find resources that fit your learning style. These sessions can address your content needs and help you to increase your confidence as well.
What do I do to sign up for Los Angeles Japanese lessons?
Our Educational Consultants can talk with you as you decide which service to use. They can answer your questions and guide you through the registration process to make sure that you enroll in the service that works best for you.
Varsity Tutors can set you up with Los Angeles Japanese lessons that fit a number of needs and situation. If you believe that these services can make a difference for your Japanese language studies, contact one of our Educational Consultants online or over the phone today.
Graham: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...a Juris Doctor and Economics grad with extensive experience in math, linguistics, English, political science, and law. I've also helped people study for the LSAT and bar exams. A great tutors listens and offers advice that helps someone and inspires confidence and enjoyment in learning. I'm easily approachable and available on and offline. I have worked with people from different parts of the country and world and am familiar with different strategies to help you...
Education & Certification
- University of Washington-Seattle Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Economics
- University of San Diego - PHD, Law
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- Geography
- +62 subjects
John: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...History, Math, and the SAT. I am fascinated by the SAT. I love teaching struggling test takers how to view the SAT as an approachable, accessible set of riddles and games instead of as an intellectual brick wall. I firmly believe that the majority of people can find great joy in academics once they discover the individual approach that works for them. I see it as my job to help them find that path. In...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Fine Arts, Drama
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Spanish
- Study Skills
- Spanish 1
- +47 subjects
Mieko: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
I received PhD in Management from NTNU and MSc (Environmental studies) from the University of Tokyo. I have tutoring experience with elementary, middle, and high school students in various subjects in Japanese since 2001. Raising my two kids outside Japan, language development is always my major interest. That is why I am here to assist you learning Japanese, from casual conversation, test preparation, to business Japanese.
Education & Certification
- Tokyo University - Bachelor of Science, Sustainable Agriculture
- Tokyo University - Master of Science, Land Use Planning
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Algebra 2
- Ecology
- Languages
- +4 subjects
Toshie: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...am a native Japanese speaker who was born and raised in Japan. I went to schools in Hawaii and Germany after high school in Japan and assisted Japanese teachers at college for 13 months. My philosophy of teaching is based on my own language learning experience as an adult. In the process of learning English, I acquired a new culture and made life adjustments. I know how hard it can be to learn a new...
Education & Certification
- University of Hawaii at Manoa - Bachelor of Economics, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Languages
- TOEFL
Brian: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...arguments. I've tutored & received tutoring my entire life. My dad started drilling me on multiplication tables at 4 and 2 years later, when my oldest sister came of age, I began working with her. 3 siblings came after her who I worked with every day to improve their mathematical & verbal reasoning, giving them assignments out of workbooks our parents got us, correcting & reviewing their answers. I still help my youngest sibling with...
Education & Certification
- California Institute of Technology - Bachelors, Economics, CS
- University of California-Santa Cruz - PHD, Technology & Information Mgmt (Indef. deferred)
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Linux
- GED Math
- +171 subjects
Wahala: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
I am currently pursuing a Bachelors degree at Indiana University Bloomington, majoring in Neuroscience and minoring in Psychology and Japanese. I tutor multiple subjects, but I enjoy tutoring Algebra and Japanese the most. I believe that everybody should be able to get the education that they deserve and the attention and help in order for them to achieve that. Outside of academics, I enjoy playing the Guitar, Photography, and playing Badminton.
Education & Certification
- Indiana University-Bloomington - Bachelor of Science, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Greek
- Introduction to Japanese
- ACT
- +53 subjects
Rachel: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
Hi! I'm Rachel. I have a pretty relaxed teaching style and adapt well to all kinds of students. I really aim for students to understand concepts rather than make great test scores. However, great test scores are a good side effect of understanding concepts better.
Education & Certification
- Middle Tennessee State University - Current Undergrad, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- German
- ESL/ELL
- European History
- +46 subjects
Cynthia: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...will be pursuing my PhD in Neuroscience in the fall at Johns Hopkins. I have been tutoring high school students outside of class in college and involved in STEM academics and research mentorship as well as a translation program from and to English outside of class. I speak Japanese and French, and I have taken the PSATs, SATs, 10 APs, and the GREs successfully. I would be willing to help with any of these subjects,...
Education & Certification
- Princeton University - Bachelors, Neuroscience
- Johns Hopkins University - PHD, Neuroscience
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- French
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- +72 subjects
Zhaleh: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...love sharing knowledge with others, especially in one-on-one sessions, or with a small group. Teaching others is a great way to expand understanding of how other students think and develop ideas, and it allows myself to see new ways to look at problems. While I'm not studying (or helping my friends study), I love to play music (piano, flute, guitar), take a walk through the forest preserve, draw, design/sew clothing, chat with friends, etc. I...
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Math
- Calculus
- Arithmetic
- +35 subjects
Paul: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...courses in Mandarin Chinese as well as minored in Japanese studies. I also have extensive experience working one-to-one with students from my position as a Learning Center Writing Consultant where I assisted students in academic writing. By far one of the most rewarding milestones of tutoring is the moment you witness the student satisfied with the achievements you have helped them accomplish. Tutoring is a collaborative process whereby tutor and student work towards a common...
Education & Certification
- SUNY at Albany - Bachelors, Chinese Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Mandarin Chinese
- High School English
- Languages
- +10 subjects
Brandon: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...serve as the editor of the opinion section of The Rebel Yell, UNLV's student newspaper. In the past I have tutored Spanish and Japanese language students, but I am actually most passionate about English and reading and would love more experience working with students to enfranchise them with the power of literacy. I derive happiness from seeing others grow and contributing to the lifelong process of education, so I find tutoring to be an appropriate...
Education & Certification
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Current Undergrad, English
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- French
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- +25 subjects
John: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...Tokyo where eI went on to advance my studies by enrolling in a Master's program at Tama Art University. Here I studied Typography. Also while attending school in Japan, I worked part time and eventually full time at an English Language school. Upon finishing my Master's, I decided to stay in Japan and pursue my career there and found my first job at Japan's largest advertising agency Dentsu. About a year later, I was later...
Education & Certification
- University of Iowa - Bachelors, Japanese Literature and Language
- Tama Art University - Masters, Graphic Design
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Graphic Design
- +6 subjects
Michael: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
I have been teaching ESL for three years in Nevada and Korea. I would love to help your students reach their their full potential in any language. I also have experience with reading and writing having volunteered in New York classrooms and helping friends with their troubles.
Education & Certification
- Long Island University-Brooklyn Campus - Bachelor in Arts, Friends World
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Korean
- Writing
- Languages
- +5 subjects
Kiana: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
I like literature and performing arts most in life. I tend to incorporate both into classes to blend into textbook work. If you're looking for a more creative approach to language, that's what I provide. I have plenty of books and media that I've used myself to further my own studies.... I believe in going with the flow of nature. One must walk before they can run and crawl before they can walk.... I like to know personal preferences, so a fun personality test will be given.
Education & Certification
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Bachelors, Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 3
- Elementary School Reading
- +19 subjects
Muhammad: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
I have always believed that the being able to speak more than one language well is so useful in the world today, where the sources of communication grow ever more abundant. Especially in the world of politics and international relations, languages are so important, and as I may consider a career in this area, I know that being able to speak foreign languages will open many more doors for me.
Education & Certification
- University of Sargodha - Bachelor of Science, Agricultural Production
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Greek
- Hindi
- Test Prep
- +6 subjects
Irene: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...Chinese and/or Japanese learners, Congratulations on setting yourself the remarkable goal of learning Chinese or Japanese! As a native English speaker myself, learning Chinese and Japanese has been among the most rewarding and worthwhile endeavors of my life. I lived in China and Japan for a total of 20 years, teaching myself the languages while teaching English. This experience has given me the skills to be a very effective foreign language tutor. Whether you wish to...
Education & Certification
- Indiana University-East - Master of Science, Chinese Studies
- State Certified Teacher
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 2
- Mandarin Chinese 4
- +7 subjects
Joseph: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
Went to Arkansas School for Mathematics, Sciences, and Arts. Graduated from the University of Arkansas at Little Rock with bachelors in Mathematics and Computer Science. Current graduate student at UCF. I tutored in high school and undergrad, and I want to eventually become a teacher. Math is something that stuck with me since I moved from Japan to the USA. I truly believe that mathematics is a universal language, which led me to love math.
Education & Certification
- University of Arkansas at Little Rock - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics and Computer Science
- University of Central Florida - Doctor of Philosophy, Computational Science
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Algorithms
- PC Basic Computer Skills
- +40 subjects
Yami: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...the field of education. I started to tutor students in every subject I could. During my college years, I tutored in math and science at an after school program at an elementary school. I also tutored at a high school for ESL and algebra. After my college years, I taught countless international students in ESL and college level math in both a classroom and a one-on-one lesson. To improve my teaching abilities in ESL and...
Education & Certification
- University of Massachusetts Amherst - Bachelors, Mathematics
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Calculus
- Pre-Calculus
- Geometry
- +29 subjects
Jina: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
...a biology and Japanese language major, as well as a biochemistry minor. I tutored biology for most of my undergraduate career and thoroughly enjoyed it. Tutoring is one of my passions because I love learning and want to show others the joys of learning too. I think one of the greatest things as a tutor is seeing the face of someone you are tutoring when they have a "eureka" moment. Although most of my tutoring...
Education & Certification
- Hofstra University - Bachelors, Biology and Japanese
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- MCAT Biological and Biochemical Foundations of Living Systems
- SAT
- High School Biology
- +16 subjects
Claire: Los Angeles Japanese lesson instructor
I've always loved learning and have a passion to help others understand and learn as well! I want help break down intimidating concepts into simpler terms and help people understand how applicable these concepts are in their own life. Learning shouldn't be a drag-- it's fun!
Education & Certification
- University of California-Los Angeles - Bachelor in Arts, Music Performance
- California State University-Northridge - Certificate, Music Therapy
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Foreign Language
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Algebra 2
- +32 subjects