Teacher's Profile
Sayaka Sasaki
Introduction
Hi there! My name is Sayaka. I was born in Tokyo. When I was in elementary school, I became really interested in stories written by foreign authors and different languages. So, I started learning English by myself! Later, in university, I wanted to learn more about the roots of Japanese culture, so I majored in Mandarin and also studied Japanese language education as a minor. I have a certification in teaching Japanese.
I love watching movies and visiting shrines and temples. And also enjoy SNS. Recently, I got really into a drama called SHOGUN on Disney+. Some of the details were tricky, but I was amazed at how it accurately showed Japanese history, culture, and the philosophy of people from that time. I hope more people around the world watch it and become interested in Japan!
Reading all this, you might think I’m a serious person… but actually, I’m super friendly and easygoing! So don’t be nervous—you can relax and enjoy learning with me. I can’t wait to meet you in my class!
Experience
In my career as a Japanese language educator, I have accumulated over 4,000 hours of teaching experience. I have also taught students from over 20 countries around the world. I speak English at a beginner business level and Chinese at a conversational level, allowing me to provide friendly lessons that bridge language and cultural barriers.
I believe that the most effective condition for language acquisition is engaging in discussions about topics related to one’s hobbies and passions. First, it is important for students to feel the desire to "speak and express themselves," and then comes the motivation to "understand and listen." To create this environment, I am constantly refining my approach to building effective learning experiences. My teaching philosophy centers on designing personalized curricula.
From beginner to intermediate, and from intermediate to advanced—let’s embark on an exciting journey of learning Japanese together!