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Miho

4.9 (12 reviews)

Price $55
Answer 1h
Students
Number of students Miho has accompanied since arriving at Superprof
38
Number of students Miho has accompanied since arriving at Superprof

4.9 (12 reviews)

$55/h

1^st lesson free

Japanese
Japanese speaking
Japanese vocabulary
Japanese listening
Japanese writing

Expert Japanese Instruction: MA Applied Ling & Therapist | A "Game Changer" for Your Learning

Japanese
Japanese speaking
Japanese vocabulary
Japanese listening
Japanese writing

Lesson location

- online

About Miho

Professional Japanese Instruction: Science-Based Learning with Psychological Support

I am a native Japanese professional educator with a Master of Applied Linguistics from the University of Queensland and over 1,300 hours of specialized experience. My unique approach is one of the few in Brisbane that integrates advanced language acquisition theories with professional therapeutic support.

Why Choose a Specialist?
Language learning is as much about emotional well-being as it is about grammar. As a qualified therapist, I specialise in identifying and reducing "language anxiety"—the invisible barrier that often hinders progress. By creating a psychologically safe environment, I empower students to overcome their fear of mistakes, leading to significantly faster and more natural acquisition.

The "Game Changer" Experience: Transforming Lives through Language
My mission is to be more than just a teacher; I aim to be a catalyst for personal growth. A defining moment in my career was working with a homeschooled student struggling with severe anxiety. By rebuilding their confidence alongside their language skills, they ultimately achieved the milestone of studying in Tokyo. Their parents described this transformation as a "Game Changer"—realizing they had found not just a tutor, but a partner in their child's holistic development.

Experience & Expertise:
︎Academic Excellence: Master of Applied Linguistics (UQ), providing evidence-based methods that explain the "why" behind the language.
︎International Pedagogy: Combined experience from Japan and a prestigious independent girls' school in South Brisbane. I have a deep understanding of the high academic standards of the local QLD curriculum.
︎Holistic Guidance: I pride myself on building strong, trusting relationships with both students and parents. Many of my students have stayed with me for over six years, a testament to the enduring success of this supportive approach.

By removing anxiety and applying proven linguistic strategies, I transform the challenge of Japanese into a rewarding success story. Whether you are aiming for ATAR excellence or personal fluency, I provide the professional guidance you need to succeed.

About the lesson

Personalized Learning Designed for Your Success

Your lessons are fully customized, integrating your current skill level with your unique goals. Beyond standard practice, I incorporate special interest topics and evidence-based methods from my background in Applied Linguistics to accelerate your fluency.

What You Can Expect:
- Comprehensive Support: I provide curated textbooks and original learning materials tailored to your needs.
- Continuous Progress: After each session, you will receive personalized lesson notes to reinforce your learning and track your growth.

Diverse Goals, Real Results
I support a vibrant community of learners with diverse dreams and have a proven track record of success:
- Executive & Business Coaching: I have coached high-level professionals, including a CFO of a major corporation, for annual business meetings in Japan. We focus on high-stakes communication and formal greetings to ensure a confident, professional presence.
- Special Cultural Milestones: I am currently helping a student prepare for their traditional wedding ceremony at a Japanese shrine! I am deeply committed to making these personal dreams a reality.
- JLPT & Exam Prep: Structured and strategic preparation for proficiency exams like the JLPT (N5-N1).
- Academic & Long-term Goals: Coaching for students planning to study or live in Japan, or those navigating the QLD school curriculum (Year 7-12).

Beyond the Screen: Building Real Connections
To me, teaching is about building a meaningful partnership. During my regular visits to Brisbane, I prioritize meeting my students in person. These face-to-face moments are incredibly precious, as they deepen our trust and provide a powerful boost of motivation that carries back into our online sessions. My goal is to be more than just a tutor; I am your dedicated partner in building a lifelong connection with Japan.

I am deeply passionate about my students' journeys. Your success and joy in discovering Japan are what drive me to create the best possible learning experience for you.

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4.9 (12 reviews)

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Tina
- 5
Perfect! Genuinely a lovely and friendly person. Enthusiastic and keen to teach and help her students learn the language.
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Tina

Perfect! Genuinely a lovely and friendly person. Enthusiastic and keen to teach and help her students learn the language.

Miho's response
I am teaching her son, and he is very keen on learning. We just started, and I am sure that his Japanese skills will improve a lot soon! His personality is also great, so I enjoy our lessons.
- Miho's response :
  I am teaching her son, and he is very keen on learning. We just started, and I am sure that his Japanese skills will improve a lot soon! His personality is also great, so I enjoy our lessons.
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Raiden
- 5
Perfect! Miho is dedicated and enthusiastic.
She loves teaching which makes every lesson fun.
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Raiden

Perfect! Miho is dedicated and enthusiastic.
She loves teaching which makes every lesson fun.

Miho's response
Raiden is very keen on learning Japanese and is learning spontaneously. This is one of the important things to learn something new, I believe. So, I am trying to prepare some materials to encourage Raiden's motivation. I enjoy teaching every week, and every time I am impressed at Raiden's effort.
- Miho's response :
  Raiden is very keen on learning Japanese and is learning spontaneously. This is one of the important things to learn something new, I believe. So, I am trying to prepare some materials to encourage Raiden's motivation. I enjoy teaching every week, and every time I am impressed at Raiden's effort.
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Soraya
- 5
Perfect! Miho has been nothing short of amazing, turning my son's grades from a D to an A. Her personalized approach to teaching, tailored to my son's learning style, made the material accessible and engaging. Beyond academic improvement, Miho's cultural insights added depth to the learning experience. I highly recommend her for anyone seeking transformative and enriching language education.
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Soraya

Perfect! Miho has been nothing short of amazing, turning my son's grades from a D to an A. Her personalized approach to teaching, tailored to my son's learning style, made the material accessible and engaging. Beyond academic improvement, Miho's cultural insights added depth to the learning experience. I highly recommend her for anyone seeking transformative and enriching language education.

Miho's response
I taught Japanese to her son, and he was very keen to learn. As he was going to visit Japan, I prepared some useful phrases and so on. I am happy to hear that his Japanese grade improved significantly! I hope that his dream to live in Japan will come true!
- Miho's response :
  I taught Japanese to her son, and he was very keen to learn. As he was going to visit Japan, I prepared some useful phrases and so on. I am happy to hear that his Japanese grade improved significantly! I hope that his dream to live in Japan will come true!
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Yvonne
- 5
Perfect! Miho is a very kind tutor. She supported my year 10 son with Japanese listening skills. She prepared lessons and also send voice recordings that matched her lessons.
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Yvonne

Perfect! Miho is a very kind tutor. She supported my year 10 son with Japanese listening skills. She prepared lessons and also send voice recordings that matched her lessons.

Miho's response
Her son worked very hard. I prepared some learning materials mainly for his listening. I hope he enjoys learning Japanese more than before.
- Miho's response :
  Her son worked very hard. I prepared some learning materials mainly for his listening. I hope he enjoys learning Japanese more than before.
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Charlotte
- 5
Perfect! Miho is a wonderful tutor! Very accommodating and knowledgeable
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Charlotte

Perfect! Miho is a wonderful tutor! Very accommodating and knowledgeable

Miho's response
She is really keen on learning Japanese. I am sure that she will be able to speak Japanese more and more very soon.
- Miho's response :
  She is really keen on learning Japanese. I am sure that she will be able to speak Japanese more and more very soon.
Jakob
- 4
Excellent! She is ready on time and very patient. I'm so glad to have worked with her as my sensei.
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Jakob

Excellent! She is ready on time and very patient. I'm so glad to have worked with her as my sensei.

Miho's response
He is very keen to learn. I am glad to teach him. He is a good learner. I am sure that he will become a good Japanese speaker in the future!
- Miho's response :
  He is very keen to learn. I am glad to teach him. He is a good learner. I am sure that he will become a good Japanese speaker in the future!
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Julie
- 5
Perfect! Miho is very organised and keen to build learning that suits your needs. We have had one lesson with Miho so far and she was amazing for both my son and myself.
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Julie

Perfect! Miho is very organised and keen to build learning that suits your needs. We have had one lesson with Miho so far and she was amazing for both my son and myself.

Miho's response
She and her son are very nice, and we are having a fun lesson every time. I am glad to have nice students like them.
- Miho's response :
  She and her son are very nice, and we are having a fun lesson every time. I am glad to have nice students like them.
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Arturo
- 5
Perfect! very organised approach to lessons
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Arturo

Perfect! very organised approach to lessons

Miho's response
He is very keen on learning Japanese, and I am very happy to support him. I would like to assist him a lot more in the future.
- Miho's response :
  He is very keen on learning Japanese, and I am very happy to support him. I would like to assist him a lot more in the future.
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Melina
- 5
Perfect! What a wonderful tutor. Very professional and great communicating. Always on time. I highly recommend Miho.
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Melina

Perfect! What a wonderful tutor. Very professional and great communicating. Always on time. I highly recommend Miho.

Miho's response
It was my pleasure to teach. I enjoyed the lessons so much. I was very lucky to meet you. I hope that your son enjoyed and learnt a lot.
- Miho's response :
  It was my pleasure to teach. I enjoyed the lessons so much. I was very lucky to meet you. I hope that your son enjoyed and learnt a lot.
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Recommendations

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Dawn

Miho is a fantastic teacher and I would highly recommend her to anybody looking to learn Japanese.
My child has been learning through Miho for several months and never misses a lesson.
They have formed a friendship also,which I feel is so important for the student.She has learned so much by having Miho as a teacher.
I would rate Miho 10/10!!!
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Dawn
Miho is a fantastic teacher and I would highly recommend her to anybody looking to learn Japanese.
My child has been learning through Miho for several months and never misses a lesson.
They have formed a friendship also,which I feel is so important for the student.She has learned so much by having Miho as a teacher.
I would rate Miho 10/10!!!
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Chelsea

Miho has an innate ability to connect with people. She is a very organized and skilled teacher who makes learning fun, relevant and memorable. Having a mum and child student both with adhd, Miho is both very patient and able to quickly adapt and pivot during lessons. We highly recommend Miho as a sensei for your Japanese language journey.
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Chelsea
Miho has an innate ability to connect with people. She is a very organized and skilled teacher who makes learning fun, relevant and memorable. Having a mum and child student both with adhd, Miho is both very patient and able to quickly adapt and pivot during lessons. We highly recommend Miho as a sensei for your Japanese language journey.
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Kurosh

Miho is very enthusiastic and an excellent teacher. 5 stars!
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Kurosh
Miho is very enthusiastic and an excellent teacher. 5 stars!
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5h: $275
10h: $550

online

$55/h

travel fee

+ $10

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The first lesson with Miho will allow you to get to know each other and discuss your needs for future lessons.

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Currently, I offer focused 50-minute lessons tailored to your specific goals.

- Individual Lesson: $55 per 50-minute session. I have found that 50 minutes is the optimal duration for maintaining high focus and achieving the best learning outcomes.

- Group Lessons: If you are interested in learning with a partner, family member, or friend, group lessons are available. This is a great way to stay motivated and enjoy the process together! Please contact me directly for group rates and arrangements.

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