Varsity Tutors can help students of all skills and ages enroll in two types of excellent Raleigh-Durham Japanese lessons that can appeal to a variety of different learning types. This challenging language has a lot to offer, whether you're interested in traveling to one of the many Japanese islands or you'd like to open your mind to other cultures. Perhaps you're a student at Southeast Raleigh High School or an undergraduate at Duke University who would like to study something challenging. No matter what brings you to the language, you can get the support you need as you work to build your Japanese language skills. Read on to learn more about the Japanese lessons you can sign up for.
What kind of perks do different types of Raleigh-Durham Japanese lessons have to offer?
We can connect you with a Raleigh-Durham Japanese tutor or help you sign up for a Japanese course. You can even combine the two if you like. Each takes a different approach to teach the language, though they are both led by qualified instructors who are experts in Japanese. Working with an expert can help you build your confidence as you study the language.
Traditional classroom-based learning isn't always equipped to handle the pitfalls that students face as they work to learn a new language. Students may find it difficult to retain fresh skills without regular opportunities to practice using the language. Consistent exposure to a language is invaluable to the language learning process, as it allows you to hone your pronunciation, vocabulary, and other abilities. Studying with an instructor either via a class or in private sessions can help cultivate this. In fact, some instructors opt to teach more advanced sessions only in Japanese to fully immerse you in the language.
A virtual Japanese class is designed to provide a collaborative experience in a supportive environment. Held entirely online, you can join your classmates in lessons led by your instructor in a virtual classroom. During sessions, you can participate in conversational practice, group discussions, and other study opportunities that aim to support your grasp of Japanese sentence structure, conjugations, and pronunciation. Working in a group can allow you to gain a deeper understanding as you can discuss the topic comprehensively with your peers and instructor. However, if you have any trouble, you and your instructor can set aside time to work independently.
Some students respond better when they can study directly with a private instructor. We can connect you with Raleigh-Durham Japanese tutors who understand your individual needs. A personal tutor can develop customized study sessions that are geared towards your language goals, strengths, personal interests, areas of opportunity, and learning personality. This allows your instructor to provide engaging sessions that can keep your attention as you build your skills. You can spend as much time as you need on any one issue, whether you want to explore Japanese history or work on your ability to construct a sentence while in a conversation.
How can I get started with Raleigh-Durham Japanese lessons?
Whether you're learning Japanese to fulfill your language credit at Hillside High School or to expand your business opportunities, you can easily find Raleigh-Durham Japanese lessons that can fit smoothly into your schedule. If you'd like to enroll in online Japanese classes, there are new sections starting up every month at concurrent times, so even the busiest student can find something that works for them. Since classes are held entirely online within a virtual classroom, you never have to worry about being late. Simply boot up your laptop, log in, and start learning with your peers.
If you opt to connect with a private instructor, you don't have to worry about traveling to meet them for your sessions. Your personal mentor can hold live tutoring sessions over our Live Learning Platform, which allows you to video chat with them face-to-face. There is even a virtual whiteboard to ensure you and your instructor can interact freely throughout each session. Of course, if you'd rather meet with your tutor in person, you can arrange meetings at your home, local library, favorite coffee shop, or anywhere else that you are comfortable.
While learning a foreign language can be challenging, Japanese is considered to be among the most difficult. However, we can help you get set up with Japanese lessons that are effective, convenient, and efficient. No matter whether you feel studying with a Raleigh-Durham Japanese tutor would be more suitable to your learning needs or you opt to enroll in a class, reach out to Varsity Tutors to get started.

Maria: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
I'm graduating next year with my master's degree in addiction counseling. I have obtained my Bachelor's degree in Psychology and have experience tutoring English (ESL) in an Asian country (Japan) where Japanese children want to learn English. I enjoyed teaching or tutoring children who want to learn and I like to help them in order to succeed. I believed that education is very important for everyone to be successful.
Education & Certification
- University of Phoenix-Charlotte Campus - Bachelor of Science, Psychology
- Grand Canyon University - Master of Arts, Addiction Counseling
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Introduction to Japanese
- ESL/ELL
- Languages
- +1 subjects

Lloyd: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
I'm a data science major with a focus on economics at the University of Rochester. I'm interested in tutoring students in mathematics and/or computer science, as I enjoy both subjects thoroughly, and think that a good understanding of those subjects is useful to anyone, no matter their interests. I also do tutoring for AP/IB exams, SAT, and ACT because I think it's critically important for people to get into the best college they can for...
Education & Certification
- University of Rochester - Bachelor of Science, Computer and Information Sciences, General
- University of Rochester - Bachelor of Science, Economics
- University of Rochester - Bachelor of Science, Mathematics
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Current Grad Student, Economics
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- ACT Math
- IB Chemistry
- +54 subjects

Daniella: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...within their communication systems, ensuring they feel comfortable and confident in their abilities. My teaching methodology, PPP - Present, Practice, Produce, ensures that learning is structured, practical, and effective. I believe that learning should be fun and engaging. My primary goal as a Portuguese teacher is to help my students feel comfortable and confident in their abilities. By creating a supportive and enjoyable learning environment, I empower my students to reach their career and learning...
Education & Certification
- Chatham University - Master of Arts, Psychology
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Polish
- Hebrew
- IB Classical Languages
- +45 subjects

Tatiana: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...students of various ages. From as young as 4 to as old as 40. I can tutor a broad range of subjects, but my favorite subject to tutor in is English. I tutored young children and adults while I studied abroad in Japan with grammar, reading, writing, conversation, and comprehension. I try to encourage and motivate my students to learn and accomplish their academic and personal goals. In my spare time, I like reading, writing,...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill - Bachelor in Arts, Global Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Essay Editing
- ESL/ELL
- Psychology
- +16 subjects

Ena: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...and Science. I also tutor Kindergarten level English and Reading. I have not had the opportunity to teach Science thus far, however, as it is my favorite subject, I believe I would have a lot of enjoyment teaching this subject. My teaching philosophy is to create a comfortable environment for the student to enjoy learning and not feel afraid to make mistakes. On the other hand, my tutoring style depends on the students best learning...
Education & Certification
- Central Piedmont Community College - Associate in Science, Biology, General
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Languages
- Elementary School Reading
- Reading
- +19 subjects

Wakana: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...in international studies. I have tutored from kids to college students. As a person who learned a second language, I can relate to many difficulties you face. I am happy to help you in Japanese learning journey. I teach beginners to advanced levels. I also love teaching kids. I provide individually tailored lessons based on your interests, necessity and goals. You are welcome to bring in your own materials or I can provide one. We...
Education & Certification
- University of Utah - Bachelor in Arts, International Relations
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Introduction to Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Languages

Zipporiah: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...allowed me to graduate high school with two years of free college credit. I've had a few experiences with peer tutoring in Japanese before, but despite that I am definitely passionate about helping students become more independent learners and critical thinkers. These two skills were imparted on me greatly during high school, and are definitely necessary for my success in college. While my degrees are related to science and language, I also love to write...
Education & Certification
- North Carolina State University at Raleigh - Bachelor of Science, Biochemistry
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Middle School Reading Comprehension
- Writing
- High School Writing
- +14 subjects

Zhe: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
My name is Zhe, I graduated from UNCC with bachelors in the Japanese and International study as well all Chinese courses. I'm a native Chinese speaker, with knowledge of Japanese kanji and grammar for both languages. I understand the difficulty in learning second or third languages through personal experience, and I look forward to helping you learn Chinese or Japanese.
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Charlotte - Bachelor in Arts, Japanese Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Mandarin Chinese
- Mandarin Chinese 4
- Mandarin Chinese 1
- +5 subjects

Jasmine: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
Hello, my name is Jasmine. I am a Junior soon to be senior at the University of North Carolina at Charlotte. I am an international business major with a minor in Japanese. I currently have a GPA of a 3.25. I recently studied abroad in Japan during my fall 2017 semester. I also have experience teaching English online. I love interacting and helping people that need help. I especially love to help kids and I...
Education & Certification
- University of North Carolina at Charlotte - Bachelor in Business Administration, International Business
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Elementary School
- Math
- Other
- +17 subjects

Caitlin: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...When I tutor I am always energetic, passionate and try to get my students as excited as I am. I am capable in a variety of fields but in particular l am very interested in language and culture. I am a native Spanish speaker and I have been studying Japanese since I entered college. I hope to be open and easily accessible for all of my students needs whether it be an extra session or...
Education & Certification
- Duke University - Current Undergrad Student, Asian Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Spanish
- Latin America History
- College Math
- +108 subjects

Sarah: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...my background is in secondary science education, my passion is in literacy education. I have worked with students from as young as Kindergarten through the college level in reading with fluency and a critical/analytical eye. This has lended me naturally into a writing tutor, allowing me to coach my students into becoming stronger writers. In working with students at the elementary level, I have also had the opportunity to explore Common Core expectations in ELA...
Education & Certification
- Brandeis University - Bachelors, Biology, General
- Fordham University - Masters, Secondary Science Education
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Homework Support
- Algebra
- SAT
- +46 subjects

Rebecca: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...their English skills. As I progressed through undergrad and graduate school, I expanded my tutoring repertoire to include French and Japanese, two languages I have studied extensively, while obtaining my teaching credential in Music. After graduate school, I headed to Japan to live and teach ESL for two years, before heading back to Silicon Valley to purse a career as a music teacher. I'm super excited to be your ESL, French, Japanese, or Music Theory...
Education & Certification
- University of California-Irvine - Bachelors, Arts and Humanities
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- French
- Foreign Language
- +28 subjects

Zhaleh: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...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 look forward to contributing to students' learning endeavors!
Education & Certification
- Carnegie Mellon University - Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Algebra 2
- SAT Subject Tests
- Math
- +35 subjects

Josh: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...and synthesize new information. In Macedonia, for two years, I had the freedom to take calculated and creative risks in the classroom without fear of consequences from colleagues or supervisors, and because of the freedoms I had as an educator, my teaching philosophy is also rooted in empowering students to feel comfortable making mistakes and learning from those mistakes in the classroom environment. If students learn something new and if they improve, even incrementally, then...
Education & Certification
- Occidental College - Bachelors, Diplomacy and World Affairs
- University of San Francisco - Masters, Asia Pacific Studies
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Languages
- ESL/ELL
- English
- +6 subjects

Shin: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...my students. For me, hearing "Oh, that makes so much more sense now!" from the students whom I tutor makes my job very rewarding because working with them to find the approach that best caters to their needs feels awesome. As a tutor, I always ensure that my students have a good qualitative understanding of the subjects they are struggling in before helping them with quantitative problems. For example, rather than simply telling my calculus...
Education & Certification
- Columbia University in the City of New York - Bachelor of Science, Earth and Environmental Engineering
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- Foreign Language
- ACCUPLACER Elementary Algebra
- +140 subjects

Nikki: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
I have loved science ever since I was a kid and watched The Magic School Bus and the Bill Nye show. I majored in Neuroscience and Behavior in college, so I learned a lot about Biology and Psychology, and I plan on getting a Master's in Bioengineering. I spent two years serving with the Peace Corps in Peru, where I learned to speak Spanish, build stoves out of adobe, and a lot about life in...
Education & Certification
- Vassar College - Bachelor in Arts, Neuroscience and Behavior
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- Spanish
- College Biology
- Physics
- +46 subjects

Wahala: Raleigh-Durham 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
- Introduction to Japanese
- Greek
- SAT Subject Test in Chemistry
- +53 subjects

Graham: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...I'm 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...
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
- LSAT
- +62 subjects

Brandon: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...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 outlet for this passion. In my free time, I...
Education & Certification
- University of Nevada-Las Vegas - Current Undergrad, English
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- French
- Spanish
- +25 subjects

William: Raleigh-Durham Japanese lesson instructor
...than trauma. In each lies a means of expression and an opportunity for dialogue. Physics, for example, offers us a completely new vocabulary for describing our natural world. My goal is for you to develop a comfortable rhythm using unfamiliar vocabulary and the ideas behind them. Patience, young one, and you will feel empowered, not intimidated on test day! My method involves students in developing their own ways of learning and exploring what makes sense...
Education & Certification
- New York University - Bachelor in Arts, History
Subject Expertise
- Japanese
- AP Japanese Language and Culture
- French
- Foreign Language
- +66 subjects