Akane Ueno

Teacher

Akane Ueno

Teacher

About
Akane Ueno

Akane has lived in four different countries and deeply understands how language shapes everyday life. These experiences have shaped her teaching approach, which focuses on helping students learn practical Japanese for real communication, the kind of language that improves quality of life.

About
Akane Ueno

Akane has lived in four different countries and deeply understands how language shapes everyday life. These experiences have shaped her teaching approach, which focuses on helping students learn practical Japanese for real communication, the kind of language that improves quality of life.

Teaching Experience/Certifications
Feature
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Certifications:

  • Passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test

  • Passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test

  • Passed the Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test

Teaching Philosophy

Supporting Life in Japan: For students who have just moved to Japan and feel overwhelmed by the language, I offer lessons that focus on everyday situations—like shopping, going to the doctor, visiting city offices, or getting a haircut. Even complete beginners can feel at ease, as I can also teach in English. My goal is to help learners gain the practical Japanese they need to live more comfortably in Japan.

Building Confidence: Everyone feels nervous about making mistakes when learning a language—I’ve felt the same way while studying English. That’s why I always try to create a safe, encouraging space where mistakes are part of the process. Through positive, constructive feedback, I help students feel more confident using Japanese in real life.

Supporting Life in Japan: For students who have just moved to Japan and feel overwhelmed by the language, I offer lessons that focus on everyday situations—like shopping, going to the doctor, visiting city offices, or getting a haircut. Even complete beginners can feel at ease, as I can also teach in English. My goal is to help learners gain the practical Japanese they need to live more comfortably in Japan.

Building Confidence: Everyone feels nervous about making mistakes when learning a language—I’ve felt the same way while studying English. That’s why I always try to create a safe, encouraging space where mistakes are part of the process. Through positive, constructive feedback, I help students feel more confident using Japanese in real life.

Supporting Life in Japan: For students who have just moved to Japan and feel overwhelmed by the language, I offer lessons that focus on everyday situations—like shopping, going to the doctor, visiting city offices, or getting a haircut. Even complete beginners can feel at ease, as I can also teach in English. My goal is to help learners gain the practical Japanese they need to live more comfortably in Japan.

Building Confidence: Everyone feels nervous about making mistakes when learning a language—I’ve felt the same way while studying English. That’s why I always try to create a safe, encouraging space where mistakes are part of the process. Through positive, constructive feedback, I help students feel more confident using Japanese in real life.

Personality
Hobbies

Diving, solo travel, hiking, exploring izakayas, nature walks, and doing my own nails

Diving, solo travel, hiking, exploring izakayas, nature walks, and doing my own nails

Diving, solo travel, hiking, exploring izakayas, nature walks, and doing my own nails

Best movies/anime/manga/games

Films
Films by Wes Anderson
Documentaries (A recent favorite that moved me deeply: A Light That Shines in the Wilderness 荒野に希望の灯をともす)

Manga
One Piece
Naruto
Tokyo Ghoul
Real
Your Lie in April (I read all kinds of manga, regardless of genre!)

Films
Films by Wes Anderson
Documentaries (A recent favorite that moved me deeply: A Light That Shines in the Wilderness 荒野に希望の灯をともす)

Manga
One Piece
Naruto
Tokyo Ghoul
Real
Your Lie in April (I read all kinds of manga, regardless of genre!)

Films
Films by Wes Anderson
Documentaries (A recent favorite that moved me deeply: A Light That Shines in the Wilderness 荒野に希望の灯をともす)

Manga
One Piece
Naruto
Tokyo Ghoul
Real
Your Lie in April (I read all kinds of manga, regardless of genre!)

Favorite conversation topics

Marine Sports: I’ve only tried diving so far, but I’d love to hear from people who have done freediving, kitesurfing, or windsurfing! There are many types of diving too—if you’ve dived before, I’d love to hear what kind you enjoy and your favorite spots.

Solo Travel: I enjoy learning about the local people and culture wherever I go. I’d be happy to swap stories about travel memories, unique experiences, or even the challenges that come with traveling alone.

Wine: Lately I’ve been into red wine, especially full-bodied types. If you have recommendations—wines or wine bars. I’d love to hear them!

Marine Sports: I’ve only tried diving so far, but I’d love to hear from people who have done freediving, kitesurfing, or windsurfing! There are many types of diving too—if you’ve dived before, I’d love to hear what kind you enjoy and your favorite spots.

Solo Travel: I enjoy learning about the local people and culture wherever I go. I’d be happy to swap stories about travel memories, unique experiences, or even the challenges that come with traveling alone.

Wine: Lately I’ve been into red wine, especially full-bodied types. If you have recommendations—wines or wine bars. I’d love to hear them!

Marine Sports: I’ve only tried diving so far, but I’d love to hear from people who have done freediving, kitesurfing, or windsurfing! There are many types of diving too—if you’ve dived before, I’d love to hear what kind you enjoy and your favorite spots.

Solo Travel: I enjoy learning about the local people and culture wherever I go. I’d be happy to swap stories about travel memories, unique experiences, or even the challenges that come with traveling alone.

Wine: Lately I’ve been into red wine, especially full-bodied types. If you have recommendations—wines or wine bars. I’d love to hear them!

I've been to

🇰🇷 South Korea

🇹🇼 Taiwan

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

🇻🇳 Vietnam

🇱🇦 Laos

🇹🇭 Thailand

🇲🇾 Malaysia

🇸🇬 Singapore

🇵🇭 Philippines

🇮🇩 Indonesia

🇮🇳 India

🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan

🇺🇿 Uzbekistan

🇹🇷 Turkey

🇭🇷 Croatia

🇪🇸 Spain

🇮🇸 Iceland

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

🇦🇺 Australia

🇵🇼 Palau

🇺🇸 United States

🇰🇷 South Korea

🇹🇼 Taiwan

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

🇻🇳 Vietnam

🇱🇦 Laos

🇹🇭 Thailand

🇲🇾 Malaysia

🇸🇬 Singapore

🇵🇭 Philippines

🇮🇩 Indonesia

🇮🇳 India

🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan

🇺🇿 Uzbekistan

🇹🇷 Turkey

🇭🇷 Croatia

🇪🇸 Spain

🇮🇸 Iceland

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

🇦🇺 Australia

🇵🇼 Palau

🇺🇸 United States

🇰🇷 South Korea

🇹🇼 Taiwan

🇭🇰 Hong Kong

🇻🇳 Vietnam

🇱🇦 Laos

🇹🇭 Thailand

🇲🇾 Malaysia

🇸🇬 Singapore

🇵🇭 Philippines

🇮🇩 Indonesia

🇮🇳 India

🇰🇬 Kyrgyzstan

🇺🇿 Uzbekistan

🇹🇷 Turkey

🇭🇷 Croatia

🇪🇸 Spain

🇮🇸 Iceland

🇬🇧 United Kingdom

🇦🇺 Australia

🇵🇼 Palau

🇺🇸 United States