A practical, speaking-focused course for real-world conversations

Master conversational Japanese with confidence

Specifically designed for Japanese learners aiming to live and work in Japan.

Let’s See If You Can Relate

are you one of them?

Our Courses

Why join us?

Join us to build a solid foundation, learn real Japanese efficiently, and understand the culture for a smooth start to life in Japan!

ABOUT ME

5 Years of Teaching,
But It All Started Here

Before I became a Japanese teacher, a friend asked me to teach them Japanese. At the time, I wasn’t doing it as a job—I simply wanted them to enjoy learning. But to my surprise, they were really happy with the lessons and later told me that what I taught them was incredibly useful in their daily life in Japan. They also said they loved my teaching style because it was real-life-based and easy to apply in everyday situations.

That experience is what inspired me to start teaching Japanese, and now, with five years of teaching experience, I’ve helped many learners improve their Japanese.

I have many non-Japanese friends, and through them, I’ve learned a lot about the struggles they face with the language—when they get stuck, what confuses them, and what they actually need to communicate smoothly. This course was built based on those real-life experiences and the stories I heard from Japanese learners.

If you’re going to study, why not learn Japanese you can actually use? Instead of just memorizing set phrases that only work in specific situations, I want you to develop the flexibility to adapt your Japanese to any situation. My goal is for you to fully enjoy your life in Japan—and if this course can help even one more learner achieve that, I’ll be happy!

What Our Students Are Saying

Students’ voice

Before: I couldn’t speak in full sentences.
After: In just a few months, I’m having natural conversations!

“I joined as a complete beginner, and now I can speak Japanese in sentences in just a few months!!! My learning journey has been very enjoyable which motivated me to keep working hard!!”
Queenie chan
Student

Before: I didn’t have a place to seriously study Japanese.
After: Now I can speak up in the live lessons and have improved my Japanese skills!

Joining Yamada-sensei’s community is probably the best decision I’ve made for my Japanese language learning journey so far. He’s very helpful, knowledgeable and open to all sorts of questions during live classes.
Nafiha Nasar
Student

Before: I was stuck studying by myself with no speaking practice.
After: I broke through my fears and now speak with confidence!

Really helped me break through my barriers of just sitting at home and studying by myself. If anybody’s thinking about joining his community, I would definitely not think twice.
Andrew Benavides
Student

Before: I had no one to practice with.
After: I found a study group and my speaking skills have grown!

Ryu’s community has been amazing! I love the interactive nature of it. Within his community, I’ve found people to not only study with but also form friendships with. On top of that, Ryu is knowledgeable and passionate about teaching, and it really shows in his lessons as he adapts to the students’ needs and preferences.
Aya L
Student

Before: Kanji felt hard to learn.
After: Now I enjoy learning it through real-life examples!

Ryu sensei clearly explains the “concept” behind each Kanji & gives examples of commonly-used Japanese words that are associated with that Kanji. Also, we get to learn Kanji from real-life situations (sign boards, advertisements) that makes learning more enjoyable.
Maxi Li
Student

Before: I didn’t know how to study effectively.
After: With each class, I’ve gained both knowledge and confidence!

I’ve had the pleasure of learning Japanese with Ryu since June 2024, and I couldn’t be more impressed. Ryu is a really helpful instructor. His teaching style is engaging and fun, which makes each class something to look forward to. The group classes are particularly enjoyable as they provide a supportive and interactive learning environment. I’ve gained so much knowledge not just from Ryu, but also from my fellow students. Overall, if you’re looking for an enjoyable way to learn Japanese, I highly recommend learning with Ryu.
Rachel Carr
Student

What’s waiting for you inside the dojo

What You Get

Video Lessons

Get unlimited access to video lessons immediately after joining (new videos added weekly, lifetime access included).

Live Lessons

90-minute live group lessons every week for intensive speaking practice and output training.

Unlimited Speaking Feedback

Submit a video or audio of yourself speaking, and I’ll give you feedback on your pronunciation! (Unlimited submissions)

Vocabulary Videos

Get unlimited access to level-appropriate vocabulary video lessons and build your Japanese skills with confidence. (Lifetime access included.)

Unlimited Cheat Sheets

Master essential vocabulary, verb conjugations, and everyday phrases with unlimited access to cheat sheets. (Lifetime access included.)

Personal Chat Support

Unlimited personal chat support for asking any questions about Japanese (available while enrolled).

Online COmmunity

Exclusive Slack community where you can exchange valuable information anytime (available while enrolled).

Hiragana Practice Sheet

Perfect for beginners starting their Japanese-learning journey! Practice writing hiragana by tracing each character.

Homework

Unlimited access to lesson-based homework to check your understanding (no limit on submissions).

Lesson Recordings

Never miss a lesson! Get access to lesson recordings if you can’t join live.

Culture & Insights

Exclusive Japanese culture & working culture interviews featuring native speakers (new content added regularly).

Find your path to confident Japanese.

OUR Programs

3-Month
Acceleration

Boost your Japanese skills

Build confidence and gain momentum—wherever you start, this focused course helps you refine key patterns and take your first solid step toward more natural conversations.

Curriculum
of 3-month acceleration

6-Month
Breakthrough

Speak with More Confidence

Go from hesitant to confident and conversational—you’ll see noticeable improvement, strengthen your foundation, and start handling real interactions with greater ease.

Curriculum
of 6-Month Breakthrough

Includes everything in the 3-Month Acceleration, plus…

1-Year
Transformation

Elevate your Japanese fluency

Over the course of a year, you’ll refine your speaking ability, internalize key patterns, and develop the skills to engage in real conversations naturally and effectively.

Curriculum
of 1-Year Transformation

Includes everything in the 6-Month Breakthrough, plus…

Love It or Get Your Money Back!

30-Day Money-Back Guarantee

100% money back guarantee

We’re confident you’ll love this course. But if it’s not the right fit, you can request a full refund within 30 days!

How to Get Started

Enrollment Process

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Choose your course, complete your registration, and make your payment.

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Enjoy unlimited access to your lessons anytime, anywhere. Get ready for your first live session!

What You’ll Learn in Each Course

Course Content Breakdown

Lesson Topic3 mo.6 mo.1 yr.
Self-introductions
Daily habits & future plans
Shopping & expressing wants
Past & daily experiences
Essential verb patterns
Locations & features
Making requests
Expressing contrasting ideas
Casual speech with friends
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