“Mari-sensei is a very patient, fun and engaging teacher. As a language teacher myself, I can only praise her ability to balance out different activities and to make students work on variety of skills, allowing us to put what we learn to practice immediately through pair-to-pair interaction. The course progression is very well organized, and the content is practical, allowing us to talk about a wide range of self-introduction topics, which is very satisfying and encouraging as a new-language learner. Finally, managing to make an online group lesson so warm, safe and engaging is truly a gift! Thank you so much for your energy, patience, availability and fun lessons, Mari-san!”

“This course is fun, friendly and interactive. A good place to learn every-day Japanese and practise speaking it.”

“I loved the class. I learned how to read Hiragana and can build sentences. Mari took a lot of time to make sure we understood the lessons.”

“Loved the class, be prepared to speak during class, Mari really wants you to learn so speaking is almost mandatory 😁”

“Mari sensei is amazing!! Her japanese classes were so engaging and fun and she doesn't give up on her students, which is the best part. Always ready to be there, always smiling and cheerful, and she is sooo experienced and has ways to make you understand things. She isn't a clock watcher — very skilled with her teaching so she understands her students well. She personally created learning audio material for us in Quizlet, which you could listen to at the gym or while driving. She is the best! If I could, I would fly to Hong Kong to get a Nihongo course with her other students. You also get to have conversations and get to know people from different walks of life who are also learning the language. Although I feel the classes should be longer for serious learners — I would suggest something like a 6-month course if she offers one. For those going to travel, learning for fun, or to find a Japanese partner, her course is fun!”