Cafetalk Tutor's Column

Life as a Househusband – Changing Routines

I’ve had a lot of different routines over the years.Before moving to Shiga, I worked at an English ...

I have been on Cafetalk for a year already!

I have been on Cafetalk for a year already!   It has been amazing to meet so many wonderful Asian p...

From One Conversation to a Calling

''It all started with a conversation...''I still remember the moment that sparked my love for teach...

Focus on One Small Goal

Even if you’re busy, studying for just five focused minutes every day can help you improve quickly....

Learn French With Your Hands

French people talk with their hands. A shrug, a small gesture, can mean a whole sentence. In my cla...

A Bond from the Heart: My Japanese Mom

A Bond from the Heart: My Japanese Mom Personal Note I dedicate this story to my Japanese mom — the...

Link by Link: How to Keep Your Language Chain Alive - English Reading Comprehension - 3 Versions (A1/A2, B1, B2/C1)

A1–A2 Version Learning a new language is like building a chain. Every day you study, you add one ne...

Halloween Game Night

Everyone knows that children dress up in costumes and ask for candy on Halloween.  Have you ever wo...

Reading to Think, Speak, and Understand

In my classes, reading is more than just looking at words on a page. It’s a way to think deeply, ex...

From Dream to Reality: My Anime-Fuelled Journey to the Heart of Japan.

As a British national preparing for my journey to Japan, I stand on the precipice of an adventure...

The Magic of the 5-Minute Rule

Let's be honest - when someone says ''study for an hour,'' our brains immediately start planning sn...

A speaking partner? AI vs Human beings

Why prioritize practicing with a partner over working with AI? 1️⃣ ChatGPT is like a fine sieve, it...

Autumn Picnic Dinner -- 毎日 日記の練習~!

Writing a quick diary entry can be helpful for learning or practicing a language.   I tend to write...

Meet Thulee. Your Friendly English Tutor from South Africa

Hello there!  I’m Thulee, an English tutor from vibrant South Africa, and I’m so happy you stopped ...

Is Autumn the Best Time for a Fresh Start?

As a teacher, I often notice how students naturally seek renewal when the seasons change. Autumn, w...

国際そろばん大会に出場しました

2025年10月4日、大阪にて行われたゴールデンストーンカップという国際そろばん大会に出場しました。ウズベキスタン・マレーシア・中国からも出場したこの大会。英語読み上げ算では、2人とも練習の成果を発...

Learning Japanese This Autumn 勉強の秋に始める日本語学習

English is below日本では、「秋（あき）は勉強（べんきょう）の秋」と言われます。 夏（なつ）のあつさがおわって、すずしくて気もちのいい季節（きせつ）です。 読書（どくしょ）をしたり、新...