Akira | Online Japanese Classes with the Scientific Method

Reason 1

Strategic Curriculum

The most important point of learning Japanese is to clarify your goals and plan a strategy. After interview, level check and free trial we suggest a personalized curriculum. Let us know what you' d like to be able to do and by when.
Reason 2

SLA-based lessons

Through Akira’s Scientific Method based on Second Language Acquisition Research (SLA), we help coordinate your Japanese language learning while ensuring your efficient acquisition of Japanese communication skills.
Reason 3

Flipped learning

At Akira, we practice a new style of learning known as “flipped learning”. By understanding the sentence patterns and grammar beforehand, you are then able to focus on practising your conversational skills during class.

SLA（Second Language Acquisition Research）is the science of clarifying the mechanism of how one acquires knowledge of a language other than one's mother tongue through neuroscience, psychology, and linguistics. At Akira, we explain to you what your problem is and how we solve it according to SLA to effectively develop your Japanese skills. It' s important for learners to understand why we choose this training method.

The Mechanism of Listening
The Mechanism of Speaking

Hanna’s Case

Step 1

Preparation

Understanding sentence patterns and grammar beforehand using exercises coupled with the English version of the “Minna no Nihongo” textbook.
Step 2

1 on 1 Practice

Focused training on conversational skills through composition and speech practice, and dialog practice in pairs.
Step 3

Revision

Establishing conversational skills through the recorded lessons.
Step 4

Hands-on practice

Putting the conversational skills learned to use in the workplace.
Step 5

Socializing in Japanese

Experiencing the effects of SLA-based training first hand through conversations in Japanese.

Cory’s Case

Cory-san who is a beginning learner is taking lessons with Rena-sensei. Today's goal is to be able to request someone to do something. Let's improve your Japanese efficiently with Akira!

All our teachers are real professionals who solve your problems and improve your skills faster and more efficiently. To keep and improve the quality of lessons, we only recruit certified teachers who passed a recruitment exam with top grades and provide training based on the SLA-method before starting to offer lessons and every once a quarter. We will meet your expectations of whom wish to learn seriously.

Yoko HATTORI
Certified teacher

I graduated with a B.A. in Hindi and Area studies from university, and since then, I have worked in the field of English education. So, I am well aware of the obstacles one may encounter when learning a second language. I hope to help you overcome them and achieve your goal of enjoying Japan to the fullest!
Tomone ENOKIDO
Certified teacher

Hello, I'm Tomone. I have been a certified Japanese teacher for 3 years, and taught students from various backgrounds and levels. Due to my experience, I have the answer to almost any question that you might have about Japanese. Whatever your goals are, let me help you to achieve them faster and more effectively.
Daigo FUJINAMI
Certified teacher

Hi, I'm Daigo Fujinami. I've been teaching Japanese to foreigners from various backgrounds and levels since 2008 in UK, west Africa and Japan. I can introduce you the best way to acquire Japanese language along with your purpose. I will be happy if I can support your Japanese learning and achieving your goal.
Makiko NAKANO
Certified teacher

Hi, I'm Makiko. I earned a degree in developmental psychology and made careers in multinational enterprise and Japanese school. I am passionate about yoga, traveling and exploring different cultures. I have a relaxed teaching style and am committed to your goals. Let me share and guide you in your language journey.
Yuka TANI
Certified teacher

Hello, everyone. I'm Yuka. I got my master’s degree in medical science and have some experience in the pharmaceutical industry and research fields. I started teaching Japanese online in 2020. I have been passionate about learning languages for a long time. I would be happy to help you to achieve your goals.
Haruka TANG
Certified teacher

Hello, I'm Haruka. I'm a very cheerful Japanese teacher, married to a Malaysian, and living in Malaysia. I hold an MSc in Education from the University of Edinburgh. Currently, I teach Japanese to university students, and my passion for anime enriches my teaching. I'm here to support your learning journey!
Keiko HIRANO
Certified teacher

Hi, I'm Keiko. I've had the pleasure of teaching Japanese to a diverse range of international students and I have a background in business planning and PR in Japan. Travel, food and sports are my passions. My teaching style is warm and friendly, tailored to your goals. Let's enjoy learning together!

One teacher in charge provides lessons on a set day and time, according to a monthly plan depending on the level at which you're and the number of lessons you're going to take per week/month. The tuition fee is paid in advance every month.

N4/N5
N2/N3
N1

Number of lessons (per week) 4 (1)
Total price (with tax) 25,300 JPY (27,830 JPY)
Price per lesson (with tax) 6,325 JPY (6,958 JPY)

BEST PLAN

Number of lessons (per week) 8 (2)
Total price (with tax) 49,600 JPY (54,560 JPY)
Price per lesson (with tax) 6,200 JPY (6,820 JPY)

Number of lessons (per week) 12 (3)
Total price (with tax) 72,900 JPY (80,190 JPY)
Price per lesson (with tax) 6,075 JPY (6,683 JPY)

Number of lessons (per week) 4 (1)
Total price (with tax) 27,300 JPY (30,030 JPY)
Price per lesson (with tax) 6,825 JPY (7,508 JPY)

BEST PLAN

Number of lessons (per week) 8 (2)
Total price (with tax) 53,600 JPY (58,960 JPY)
Price per lesson (with tax) 6,700 JPY (7,370 JPY)

Number of lessons (per week) 12 (3)
Total price (with tax) 78,900 JPY (86,790 JPY)
Price per lesson (with tax) 6,575 JPY (7,233 JPY)

Number of lessons (per week) 4 (1)
Total price (with tax) 29,300 JPY (32,230 JPY)
Price per lesson (with tax) 7,325 JPY (8,058 JPY)

BEST PLAN

Number of lessons (per week) 8 (2)
Total price (with tax) 57,600 JPY (63,360 JPY)
Price per lesson (with tax) 7,200 JPY (7,920 JPY)

Number of lessons (per week) 12 (3)
Total price (with tax) 84,900 JPY (93,390 JPY)
Price per lesson (with tax) 7,075 JPY (7,783 JPY)

*Planning fee, 19,000 JPY (20,900 JPY [with Tax]), will be charged only for the first time

Hours	Monday to Friday, 8 am to 10 pm (Tokyo Time GMT+9)
Lesson length	50 minutes / 1 lesson
Method of communication	Zoom
Materials	Textbooks on the market specified (Please prepare)
Recording	Video recording of the lesson allowed
Cancellation	Available until 6 pm (GMT+9) of the day before the lesson
Method of payment
Expiration	Valid for 2 months after payment

Free Trial

Q Are the lessons conducted in Japanese?: Lessons will be facilitated in English, especially during the beginner level. As the level increases, the progression will shift to Japanese, but it is also possible to progress in English. Please let your teacher know your requests.
Q Can I use my textbooks?: Lessons will be offered using specified textbooks on the market.
Q Can I attend lessons without preparing for them?: For efficient learning, beforehand preparation is required in order to follow the lessons. The preparatory materials are explained in English for easy understanding, so please go through them before attending lessons.
Q Can I take classes without a webcam?: To make the lesson more effective, we ask that you bring a webcam and turn on it.
Q How do I book my lessons?: When interviewing for the free trial lessons, please tell us your preferred days and times for lessons so we can assign an available teacher. Once the course starts, the lessons are provided by the one teacher in charge on a set day and time according to the curriculum and lesson schedules for you.
Q Can I cancel a lesson I already booked if I am unable to attend?: Yes, but please notify us by email until 6 pm of the day before the lesson (Tokyo Time GMT+9). Should you notify us later than that, we reserve the right to treat that lesson as taken.
Q Can I choose my teachers?: During the free trial lesson, you can choose the teacher you would like to take. However, all our teachers' lessons meet Akira's quality standards, so there is no significant difference in quality from one teacher to another.
Q Can I change teachers?: You may request a teacher change after you have used all the lesson rights you have purchased according to the monthly plan.
Q Can I take lessons every other week?: We're very sorry. To improve your skills efficiently, we request our learners to take lessons at least once a week.
Q Can I have my child take lessons?: Unfortunately we only offer lessons for adults now because, according to the SLA, adults and children have different mechanisms of language acquisition.
Q When should I pay my tuition fees?: After the free trial lesson, an invoice will be sent to those who wish to continue taking classes. Thereafter, we will send you an invoice each time you have exhausted the rights to the lessons you have purchased according to the monthly plan.
Q Can I pay in installments?: After paying via PayPal, you may request that your credit card company pay by installments.

You may take up to 2 trial lessons, so take this chance to experience Akira’s lessons for yourself.

Step 1

Interview (30 min)

After understanding your requests and conducting a quick level check of your Japanese, we will explain the points of learning.
Step 2

Free trial (2 lessons)

Through the cycle of “SLA-based preparation → lesson → review”, you should be able to experience the effects of learning.
Step 3

Suggestion

After sorting the results from the free trial, we will suggest a learning strategy formulated especially for you.

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Age
City
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Purpose	Business Conversation Daily Conversation Travel Conversation JLPT N1 JLPT N2 JLPT N3 JLPT N4 JLPT N5
Japanese Level
Number of lessons per week

Preferred Schedule for Interview

We offer interview & level check between 8 am to 10 pm on weekdays (Tokyo Time GMT+9).

Schedule 1	/ anytime between and
Schedule 2	/ anytime between and

Message

Concept

Our brand name, "Akira", carries the meaning of “sunlight” in Japanese.
Therefore, like our namesake, we’d like to brighten your life in TOKYO
by helping you with your conversations in Japanese.

CEO, Akira Fujisaki

I graduated of the University of Tokyo, majoring in education.
Upon graduation, I initially pursued a career in marketing.

However, in 2011,
I came across "education in Japanese" and
decided to focus once more on education.

I hope to support you in learning Japanese.

Media

Akira Online Japanese School TOKYO is located in Minato-ku, Central Tokyo.
It’s only a one-minute walk away from Azabu-Juban Station.

Akira Online Japanese School TOKYO

Operating Company	Fujisaki, LLC
Venue	1-2-7-701, Azabu-Juban, Minato-ku, Tokyo 106-0045
Email	info@akiraojs.tokyo
Phone	(Hours : Mon-Fri 10 am-6 pm)

Strategic Curriculum

SLA-based lessons

Flipped learning

Hanna’s Case

Preparation

1 on 1 Practice

Revision

Hands-on practice

Socializing in Japanese

Cory’s Case

Yoko HATTORI

Tomone ENOKIDO

Daigo FUJINAMI

Makiko NAKANO

Yuka TANI

Haruka TANG

Keiko HIRANO

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Platinum

Silver

Gold

Platinum

Silver

Gold

Platinum

Interview (30 min)

Free trial (2 lessons)

Suggestion

Concept

CEO, Akira Fujisaki

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Akira Online Japanese School TOKYO