| Японский | Native |
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| Английский | Near-Native |

Hi, I’m Nao.
Born and raised in Japan, still based here.
I have a perfect TOEIC score (990) and use English naturally in real-world settings.
English can be something you use —
yet still feel like it never fully becomes your own language.
If that gap feels familiar, it isn’t about talent, age, or timing.
It’s about how English is being processed, perceived, and built from the inside.
Who my lessons are for
My lessons are designed primarily for Japanese speakers who want to use English
as their own language — naturally, intuitively, and without constant strain.
Developing natural English is a process —
and I believe I can support you meaningfully along that path.
They are especially suitable for learners who:
- Have achieved good test results, but lack confidence in real conversation
- Use English at work, yet feel they are always “just managing”
- Have studied pronunciation and grammar, but feel the sense of English hasn’t fully developed
- Are ready to start seriously and want English to feel natural, like a second native language
Teaching Focus
I specialize in:
- American English pronunciation
- English grammar
- TOEIC coaching
with the goal of building a solid foundation for actual English use —
listening, speaking, reading, and writing —
tailored to each learner’s background, goals, and situation.
I work with learners from lower-intermediate to advanced levels.
Those who are preparing to begin serious study are also welcome.
I have around 24 years of teaching experience, mainly with Japanese-speaking adults
and high school students, and I also work as a Japanese–English translator.
Learning English while living in Japan
I was born and educated almost entirely in Japan, mostly in public schools.
Although I spent short periods abroad as a child,
I could not really speak English at that time.
I didn’t attend a language-focused school.
I wasn’t surrounded by English speakers.
I didn’t major in English at university,
and I didn’t have an English-speaking partner.
So how did I get here?
Not through talent or an unusual background.
Within a very ordinary, Japanese-centered life,
I continually asked what actually worked for me —
tested it, adjusted it, and refined it.
My memory isn’t exceptional.
I didn’t rely on sheer willpower.
I took many detours and gradually shaped methods that are reproducible, not accidental.
That’s why I understand the frustrations adult learners face.
How I approach language learning
“Stop playing baseball with a cricket bat.”
When Japanese learners study English,
they often try to ha
ndle it using Japanese tools — without realizing it.
That’s like playing baseball with a cricket bat.
The equipment is different.
The rules are different.
Yet people step into the game anyway.
They adapt and improve,
but only at using the wrong tools.
True progress begins with recognizing the difference.
English and Japanese differ not only in vocabulary and grammar,
but in thinking patterns, rhythm, and structure.
In my lessons:
- Pronunciation is understood through physical sensation, resonance, and rhythm
- Grammar is learned by understanding how English thinking differs from Japanese
- Vocabulary is connected to situations and meaning, not translation
You don’t need to aim for perfection from the start.
What matters is noticing the difference
and gradually becoming comfortable with the right tools.
As perception shifts,
English begins to feel natural — quietly, steadily.

Lessons on Cafetalk
Lessons are designed primarily for ongoing study,
but one-time or irregular lessons are always welcome.
Qualifications
- TOEIC 990 (multiple times)
Teaching Experience
Outside Cafetalk
- General English conversation (beginner to advanced)
- Business English
- TOEIC preparation
- Corporate English training
- University TOEIC programs
- Grammar courses at translation schools
- Individual Japanese language learning support
On Cafetalk
- Teaching since Autumn 2020
Interests
Travel (15+ countries), art and design, cycling, and birdwatching.
On weekends, I enjoy walking in nature.

Notes & Policies (Please Read Before Requesting)
Eligibility
Lessons are intended primarily for adult Japanese speakers
who want to use English naturally as their own language.
Motivated high school and university students are also welcome.
Middle school students may be accepted depending on lesson content.
Lesson Style
Lessons are designed for continued study,
but single or irregular lessons are possible.
Requests
For first-time requests, or when requesting a different lesson type,
please include a brief message introducing yourself and your learning goal.
Requests without a message may be declined.
Platform
Lessons are conducted via Zoom.
Cancellations & Changes
Cancellations within 24 hours of the lesson
(including technical issues on the student’s side)
result in full point deduction, without exception.
Please keep cancellations and changes to a minimum.
Repeated cancellations, changes, or mis-requests
may result in future requests being declined.
Scheduling
Lessons (20–90 minutes) can be requested in any available slot.
Multiple future bookings are possible.
Please avoid booking exactly in the center of an open block;
choose times aligned with surrounding availability.
Same-day bookings may be available up to 2 hours before the lesson
if a slot opens and the instructor is available.
Response Time
Messages and submissions can be sent at any time.
Instructor responses are generally handled between
8:00–17:30 (JST) on weekdays.
Messages received after that time
may be answered the next business day.
Study-Related Questions
Questions about lesson content or learning strategy
should be discussed during lesson time.
Schedule-related questions are welcome via messages.
Recording
Recording is allowed for personal review only, within 30 days.
All recordings are deleted by the instructor after 30 days.
Sharing, saving beyond the review period,
or redistribution is prohibited.
Lesson Content & Materials
All lesson content, materials, revisions,
and teaching methods belong to Nao705.
They may not be shared or used outside lessons
without prior permission.
All written by Nao705
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