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I cannot believe how much Japanese I have been able to learn in a short time.
I found Nihongo-Pro after being enrolled in a 3-month online, intensive Japanese course provided by a language school in Tokyo. I had no exposure to the Japanese language prior to the class, and although we covered a good deal of material, I found myself needing to understand the structure of the language and to have some explanation of what I was learning. After researching multiple options, I selected Nihongo-Pro for a trial.

My first introduction to Nihongo-Pro was via a sound check from Steve. The sound check provided so much more than just verifying the technology would work. I learned so much about learning Japanese, cultural features in the study, and Nihongo-Pro’s options.

I was paired with my current teacher Michiko Nakano sensei. I have been taking regular Japanese lessons for three months and have learned so much in these past months. Michiko sensei is kind, patient, and has an astute ability to see precisely where my learning difficulties are. She gently helps me understand and focus on these areas. Additionally, she is quick to point out areas of strength and to reinforce all of the learning we are doing together regularly. Following each lesson, she provides me with a “lesson file” which includes the material covered and any new vocabulary. I am then able to review the lesson and vocabulary to reinforce the study. I cannot believe how much Japanese I have been able to learn in a short time. Although I have so much more to learn, I am well launched on understanding some of the fundamentals of the Japanese language through my studies with Michiko sensei.

Michiko sensei is not only a gifted teacher, she is also a warm and interesting person, willing to share her own experiences both in the United States and in Japan. She is open and personable and highly flexible. When a topic arises such as dining at a Japanese restaurant, sports, or where my travels in Japan will take me, she is quick to produce a link in the online classroom to enhance my understanding and experience. I have also found her flexible with re-scheduling classes, when my schedule does not allow me to take the class at my regular time.

A note about Nihongo-Pro would not be complete without a word about Steve. He has been extremely responsive regarding any issues related to technology or administration. I also found him incredibly personable and engaging, helpful, and generous with his time. To anyone looking for online Japanese lessons, I would recommend Nihongo-Pro and Michiko sensei without a moment’s hesitation.

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Joanna B.
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Nihongo-Pro offers online Japanese private lessons from experienced Japanese teachers in a state-of-the-art online classroom.

Our private online Japanese lessons are customized to your language goals, which means you can learn Japanese fast and make the most efficient use of your study time.

Whether you want to learn Japanese for the JLPT, study business Japanese, take a trip to Japan, or learn Japanese online for your own enrichment, Nihongo-Pro lessons are the easiest, most productive way to learn Japanese online.

Need proof? Compare Nihongo-Pro to other online Japanese schools.

Better Teachers
  • Nihongo-Pro teachers are professional Japanese teachers, trained in teaching Japanese and teaching online.
  • Our careful selection process and paid teacher training ensure your Nihongo-Pro teacher is expertly prepared for your lesson.
  • Many students have taken online lessons from their Nihongo-Pro teachers for years, as they progressed in learning Japanese.
  • Learning Japanese is more than chatting in Japanese. In our private lessons, Nihongo-Pro teachers build lesson plans customized to your goals and learning style.
Better Lessons

Private lessons at Nihongo-Pro are fully customized to your needs and goals, ensuring that you will learn Japanese online as quickly and efficiently as possible.

Whether you are studying for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT), learning business Japanese, focusing on written Japanese, or learning Japanese for fun, Nihongo-Pro teachers tailor your private online Japanese lessons to make your learning fast, efficient, and fun.

Typical Skype Lesson

The student or teacher reads from the textbook.

With no whiteboard for lesson materials, the teacher relies on verbal instruction to direct the student.

Limited learning environment means slower learning.
Nihongo-Pro Lesson

Your Nihongo-Pro teacher presents textbook and custom lesson materials on the whiteboard, guiding you just as if you were in a real classroom.

Custom lessons in a custom classroom make your Japanese learning fast and efficient.
    Better Classrooms
    Nihongo-Pro Online Japanese Classroom
    Nihongo-Pro classrooms are custom built for online Japanese classes, with learning features that Skype chat cannot match:
    • ProPad™ helps you learn to write Japanese
    • Built-in Japanese-English dictionary
    • Large whiteboard for presenting lesson materials
    • Teacher-directed audio playback (great for listening comprehension)
    • Easy to use, nothing to install. Log in from your browser.
    Better Policies
    No other online Japanese school can match Nihongo-Pro's flexibility, affordability, and customer service. From the convenience of buying lesson tickets in any quantity, to having a full year to use your lesson tickets, to some of the lowest prices for Japanese lessons, Nihongo-Pro sets the standard in online Japanese classes.
    • Buy any number of lesson tickets, not just fixed-size packages.
    • Lesson tickets are good for 3 to 12 months, depending on how many tickets you buy.
    • Reserve all lessons up to 30 days in advance—other schools charge extra for this service.
    • Earn free ProPoints with every paid lesson you take. Redeem your points for free lessons.
    • Exchange email with your Nihongo-Pro teacher privately.
    The Best Way to Learn Japanese Online
    Nihongo-Pro software is unbeatable for learning Japanese online, with these exclusive features:
    • Triple protection against forgetting or missing your lesson. Receive email reminders when you have an upcoming lesson or when you don't show up for a lesson. Show your reservations in iCal or other calendar app—Nihongo-Pro keeps the schedule up-to-date automatically.
    • 24-hour video chat room—chat with fellow students in Japanese 24 hours a day!
    • Hundreds of free Japanese quizzes with new quizzes available every day. Nihongo-Pro quizzes work on any PC, laptop, tablet, iPad, iPod, iPhone, or smartphone, and all Nihongo-Pro quizzes are 100% free.
    • Reserve lessons up to 30 days in advance—at other schools you pay extra for this service.
    • Exchange email with your Nihongo-Pro teacher privately.
    • No entry fee at Nihongo-Pro—other schools charge up to $90.
    • One login gets you everywhere: your account, the Nihongo-Pro classrooms, the 24-hour video chat room, the Hiroba social forum, your past lessons, and your upcoming lessons. Simple, fast, efficient.
    Compare Nihongo-Pro
    Nihongo-Pro offers an unmatched environment for learning Japanese online, with better teachers, better classrooms, and better lessons. Our platform is designed to make Nihongo-Pro the best place to learn Japanese online and achieve your Japanese language goals. Compare for yourself:
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    Professional, native-speaking Japanese teachers
    Nihongo-Pro teaching staff includes government-certified Japanese teachers with advanced teaching experience, including experience with online Japanese lessons. All teachers complete two months of paid training and participate in our continuing teacher education sessions.
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    Private lessons customized to your goals
    Other schools may force you into their curriculum, but at Nihongo-Pro you get private lessons tailored specifically to your Japanese goals.
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    Earn free lessons with ProPoints
    You earn points for every paid Nihongo-Pro lesson you take. Then, you can redeem your points for free online Japanese lessons!
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    Classroom custom built for online Japanese lessons
    No other online Japanese school offers a better learning environment, custom built for online Japanese lessons. A Skype chat session cannot match these learning features:
    • Built-in Japanese-English dictionary
    • Large whiteboard for presenting lesson materials
    • Audio playback for listening comprehension lessons
    • ProPad™ for learning to write Japanese
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    Learn how to write Japanese with ProPad™
    ProPad lets you and your teacher share a real-time whiteboard where you can practice Japanese writing, learn kanji stroke orders, even play Japanese games! ProPad is fun and effective, and no other online Japanese school has it.
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    Get to know other Japanese learners in our Hiroba™ social forum
    Hiroba is our community for Japanese learners and fans. You can meet new friends, set up chats with other Japanese students, get tips for learning Japanese, ask questions, talk with Nihongo-Pro teachers, and more. 100% free!
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    24-hour-a-day chat room—free to everyone
    Nihongo-Pro offers a 24-hour-a-day video chat room, free to everyone. Practice speaking Japanese with other students and Japanese learners, or simply meet up for free chat.
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    Reserve lessons up to 30 days in advance
    Fit online Japanese lessons into your busy schedule up to 30 days in advance. Other schools may allow reservations only 7 days in advance, or charge extra for 30-day advance booking.
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    Trial lesson at no charge
    If you’re considering private online Japanese lessons, try before you buy. Meet your new Japanese teacher, discuss what you want to focus on during your online lessons, and then get a taste of your teacher’s lesson content and style. Learn more about private lessons.
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    Triple protection against missing your lessons
    Only Nihongo-Pro makes sure you don't forget a lesson with triple protection:
    • Upcoming lesson reminder emails
    • Late-lesson reminder emails
    • Automatic export of your lesson schedule to calendar apps
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    Email privately with your teacher
    Nihongo-Pro respects your privacy: No one but your teacher sees your email. All we ask is that you respect your teacher's time.
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    Lesson tickets good for up to a year (more if you need it)
    Lesson tickets are good for 3 to 12 months, depending on how many tickets you buy.
    If you need more time, Nihongo-Pro offers low-cost ticket extensions. At other schools, you can lose unused tickets.
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    Free Japanese quizzes—100% free to everyone!
    Try free Japanese language quizzes every day at Nihongo-Pro. Nihongo-Pro quizzes work on any PC, smartphone, or tablet, so you can try our free quizzes anywhere.
    Try free Japanese quizzes.
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    Free kanji and kana games
    Practice hiragana and katakana, or test your kanji knowledge with free games. Look up animated stroke order, sample words, and other details of over 6,000 kanji with KanjiPal.
    Learn more about free kanji games and kana games.
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    No entry fee
    Never pay an introductory or entry fee at Nihongo-Pro.
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