Kumi

Japanese Teacher

Kumi

Japanese Teacher

About
Kumi

Having spent time on working holidays in both Australia and New Zealand, Kumi loves meeting people from different countries and learning about their cultures and perspectives. She has a strong interest in international exchange and enjoys connecting with people from different backgrounds. In her lessons, Kumi creates a fun and relaxed environment and provides personalized support to help each student enjoy learning Japanese and keep making progress.

About
Kumi

Having spent time on working holidays in both Australia and New Zealand, Kumi loves meeting people from different countries and learning about their cultures and perspectives. She has a strong interest in international exchange and enjoys connecting with people from different backgrounds. In her lessons, Kumi creates a fun and relaxed environment and provides personalized support to help each student enjoy learning Japanese and keep making progress.

Teaching Experience/Certifications
Feature
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Certifications:

  • Registered Japanese Language Teacher

  • Working holiday experience in Australia and New Zealand

Teaching Philosophy

I want my students to have fun, feel relaxed, and enjoy continuing their Japanese studies. I aim to provide support that is tailored to each student, their goals, and their individual learning journey.

Personality
Hobbies

Surfing, diving, island hopping, traveling in Japan and abroad, yoga, enjoying drinks, visiting hot springs, exploring cafés, and trying delicious food

Best movies/anime/manga/games

Films
Mamma Mia!
Paddington
Wonder

Favorite conversation topics

Japan and Japanese Culture: What do you like about Japan, Japanese people, or Japanese culture? I love hearing about Japan from different perspectives.

Culture Shock: What surprised you when you first came to Japan or started learning more about the country? I enjoy discovering the things that visitors find interesting or unexpected.

Dreams: If you had 10 billion yen, what would you do with it? I love fun questions that can take the conversation in unexpected directions!

I've been to

🇦🇺Australia

🇳🇿New Zealand

🇺🇸United States

🇨🇦Canada

🇹🇭Thailand

🇻🇳Vietnam

🇹🇼Taiwan

🇰🇷South Korea

🇮🇩Indonesia

🇪🇸Spain

🇸🇬Singapore

🇰🇭Cambodia

🇱🇦Laos

🇪🇬Egypt

🇹🇳Tunisia

🇲🇨Monaco

🏝️Easter Island

🏝️Tahiti