[Trial] Private Japanese Lessons at an Art Gallery
Speak Japanese with confidence in a safe, supportive space.
Location — Picaresque Gallery (Moto-Azabu, Minato-ku, Tokyo)
Level — Beginner to Advanced
English Support — Available
Private Lesson — 50 min ¥6,000 / 80 min ¥9,000
Have you studied Japanese but still feel nervous about having a casual conversation with a Japanese person?
Do you sometimes know what you want to say, but find it difficult to keep a conversation going?
My lessons are designed to help you use Japanese to express your own ideas, experiences, and interests—not just practice grammar and vocabulary.
And you don’t need to prepare an interesting topic for every lesson.
Because our lessons take place in an art gallery, we use authentic artworks as conversation starters.
What can we talk about?
You don’t need to be interested in art or know anything about it.
I might simply ask:
– What do you see?
– What do you think is happening?
– Why do you think so?
A simple question about an artwork can lead to conversations about your experiences, memories, opinions, and interests.
You might start by talking about a painting and end up talking about your hometown, your family, a trip you took, a movie you watched, or something that matters to you.
In this way, you’re not just practicing Japanese.
You’re using Japanese to express yourself.
Of course, we can also use textbooks and structured learning materials depending on your goals.
Every lesson is tailored to your level, interests, and learning goals.
A safe place to make mistakes
Making mistakes is completely OK.
You can stop and think, try again, use simpler words, or make the same mistake more than once.
I’ll patiently support you and help you find more natural ways to express yourself.
Rather than focusing only on being “perfect” or “native-like,” we’ll focus on:
– expressing your own ideas
– keeping a conversation going
– enjoying real communication
– gradually building confidence in Japanese
The goal is not perfect Japanese.
The goal is being able to say:
“I could do it in Japanese!”
Why I created this kind of lesson
I understand what it feels like to study a language but still struggle with everyday conversation.
I studied English seriously from junior high school through graduate school. I got good test scores and even gave presentations in English at work.
But after those presentations, when people started chatting casually, I struggled.
I couldn’t have the kind of simple, everyday conversations that came naturally to me in Japanese.
That’s when I realized that what I really needed wasn’t more grammar patterns or vocabulary.
I needed practice keeping a conversation going about things I genuinely wanted to talk about.
So I started taking one-on-one English lessons online and studied with more than 50 tutors.
Through that experience, I discovered three things:
– I speak more when I feel safe and supported.
– I remember more when I’m talking about things I genuinely care about.
– The more successfully I express myself, the more confident I become.
That’s the kind of learning environment I want to create for my students.
About Keiko
My name is Keiko, and I’m a Japanese teacher with about three years of teaching experience in Malaysia, the Philippines, Taiwan, and Japan.
I’m currently studying Japanese language education at Waseda University’s Graduate School, where I’m deepening my knowledge of language education so I can provide more effective, well-informed lessons.
I teach both adults and children, from beginners to more advanced learners.
I can also support you in English when you need it.
Lessons can include:
– Everyday conversation
– Japanese for beginners
– Japanese through art
– Business Japanese and interview practice
– Textbook-based lessons
– Conversation practice based on your interests
Price
Private Lesson
50 minutes — ¥6,000
80 minutes — ¥9,000
If you would like to book a one-on-one private lesson, please contact us via DM.
Group Lesson
Group lessons are also available for people who already know one another, such as family members, friends, or partners.
This helps create a relaxed and comfortable environment where everyone can feel at ease speaking Japanese openly.
If you already have a group you would like to join with, please contact us via DM.
Who is this for?
This lesson may be a good fit for you if:
– You have studied Japanese but still feel nervous speaking.
– You want to have more natural, everyday conversations.
– You want to talk about your own interests in Japanese.
– You enjoy discovering new perspectives through art.
– You want a relaxed place where it’s OK to make mistakes.
– You want to build confidence rather than simply memorize more grammar.
You don’t need to be an art expert.
You don’t need perfect Japanese.
You just need to be curious and willing to talk.
Let’s talk in Japanese.
You may not be able to say everything perfectly at first.
That’s OK.
Little by little, you’ll find more ways to express yourself—and more things you can say in Japanese.
I’m looking forward to meeting you and having a great conversation together!