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Fukumaru
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Fukumaru Tutor Profile
I welcome beginners in both traditional music and the Japanese language!
I work as a university lecturer in Japanese music history and ethnomusicology (I have over 20 years of teaching experience while bringing up my children). I majored in piano in college and musicology in graduate school.
◆ My Lessons on Cafetalk ◆
● Traditional music: I offer lessons in Japanese and English for those interested in learning the basics of traditional music as theory. (I will not teach how to play the instruments.) Designed for adult students, such as music teachers, university students, as well as elementary and junior high school students.
● Japanese language: I offer beginner level Japanese lessons taught in English, free-talking, reading aloud, and writing practice lessons.
All of my lessons are conducted in a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, so it is a great way to take a break from your busy daily life♪
Please don’t hesitate to try my lessons.
So far, I have had students from Italy, UK, Poland, South Korea, China, Hong Kong, Taiwan, Vietnam, Australia, New Zealand, USA, Paraguay, Brazil, and Japan.
I look forward to meeting many more students in the future!
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◎ Table of Contents ◎
Fukumaru’s Passion - Making Traditional Music More Accessible!
Introduction to Fukumaru’s Lessons - Introduction to Traditional Music
Introduction to Fukumaru’s Lessons - Intermediate level Traditional Music
Introduction of Fukumaru’s Lessons - Music around the World
Introduction of Fukumaru’s Lessons - Learning Japanese
Introduction to the Tutor
Message to Everyone
◎ Fukumaru’s Passion - Making Traditional Music More Accessible!
Beginners in Japanese music and students who have no experience with musical instruments are also welcome!
When you hear the words “traditional music,” you may think it sounds difficult.
In this lesson, you will learn about the history and characteristics of music and instruments by viewing PDF materials and videos, instead of hands-on practice of Japanese musical instruments.
When my students listen to the songs from the video, they often give me comments that the music was “nostalgic” and “calming,” and that it softened their feelings. When we talk about musical instruments, they sometimes find similarities with instruments they know along with discovering new interests. Even if it is difficult to look for the information on your own, you can use the songs in my lessons as a clue to expand your interests.♪
I know that many of you love music, so why not add a little traditional music to your enjoyment? I can help you take the first step to expand your world of music.
No prior knowledge is necessary. You can also learn more about Japanese culture through my lessons.♪
◎ Introduction to Fukumaru’s Lessons - Introduction to Traditional Music
○ Recommended for those who want to get the whole picture of Japanese traditional music (instrument version)
This is ideal for those who want to learn comprehensive knowledge of traditional music including gagaku, biwa, koto, shamisen, shakuhachi, and more.
○ Recommended for those who want to learn about the whole picture of Japanese traditional performing arts (theatrical version)
・[One-time completion] An introductory course to comprehensively learn about Japanese traditional performing arts (50 minutes)
This is a course where you learn the key points of classical performing arts that are World Heritages: Noh, Bunraku, and Kabuki. It will also be useful as preparation before watching performances.
○ For those interested in traditional music and those who want to try lessons
・Let’s talk about music! Lesson Trial & Counseling (20 minutes)
・Japanese Music Cafe (15 minutes)
Let’s listen to Japanese instrumental music while chatting casually. I’ll explain the background of the music and instruments. This is perfect for those who are interested in traditional music but don’t know where to start.
It’s also affordable as a trial lesson for Fukumaru’s lessons.
・Let’s enjoy the world of The Tale of Genji through music! (25 minutes)
We’ll focus on gagaku music that appears in The Tale of Genji and provide explanations. Let’s talk about Heian court music. We also welcome discussions about the historical drama “Hikaru Kimi-e” (The Shining Prince).
◎ Introduction to Fukumaru’s Lessons - Intermediate Level Traditional Music
○ As a sequel to the introductory course
・Deepen your understanding! Japanese Traditional Music and Performing Arts (50 minutes)
This is prepared as a sequel to the introductory course. You can customize it with content you like.
・Japanese Cultural History Unraveled Through Music (25 minutes × 4 sessions) - Total 12 consecutive lessons
This is a 12-lesson consecutive course where you learn music related to literature and religion, such as mythology, The Tale of Genji, The Tale of the Heike, and others. Taking only 4 lessons is also acceptable.
◎Introduction of Fukumaru’s Lessons - Music around the World
○ For adult students who want to learn about music from around the world as a hobby
・Feel like you’re traveling! Folk Music from Around the World and Traditional Music from Japan (50 minutes)
This is an entertaining lesson that will make you feel like you are on vacation.
○ Recommended for elementary and junior high school students who are interested in a wide range of music
・Music around the World & Japanese Music (25 minutes)
During each lesson, we will listen to and study a different type of music. Since this is a music lesson, students can enjoy learning while talking.
○ Recommended for Music Teachers
・In support of music teachers! Folk Music Around the World & Traditional Japanese Music (50 minutes)
This lesson is for anyone who wants to learn the basics. It is also useful for preparing for graduate school entrance exams and teacher employment exams.
○ Recommended for music college students
・Preparation for written exams, graduate school exams, and teacher’s exams for music college students! (50 minutes)
If you are struggling with written exams, please don’t hesitate to contact me.
◎ Introduction to Fukumaru’s Lessons - Japanese Culture
・Quick Trivia ☆ Rediscovering the Appeal of Japanese Culture! (15 minutes)
You can easily increase your knowledge of traditional culture in quiz format.
◎ Introduction to Fukumaru’s Lessons - Japanese Language Learning
・Japanese Trial & Counseling (15 minutes)
・Japanese Short Free Talk (15 minutes)
○ For beginners
・Japanese lessons with textbooks (25 minutes × 4 sessions, 50 minutes × 4 sessions)
We’ll learn beginner-level Japanese grammar using textbooks.
○ For intermediate and advanced students
・Supporting what you want to do! Completely customized Japanese lessons (50 minutes)
Trial available. Let’s study with content you like.
・Let’s write formal & academic Japanese (40 minutes)
I will proofread Japanese that you plan to submit to superiors, universities, etc.
・Build confidence! Solid Japanese conversation (Free talk 40 minutes × 4 sessions)
I’ll have topics ready and waiting for you. Through conversation, you can increase your vocabulary and master natural pronunciation and expressions.
・[Reading aloud] Let’s read famous texts with “Chibi Maruko-chan’s Reading and Recitation Classroom”! (25 minutes)
This lesson participates in the Cafetalk BOOK Club Campaign. Let’s read aloud famous poems and novels that Japanese people learn in school.
・Level up your Japanese conversation with “Chibi Maruko-chan’s Idiom Classroom”! (25 minutes)
Let’s learn expressions that Japanese people use in daily life and aim for native-like Japanese.
◎ Self Introduction
I majored in piano at a national university and in musicology at graduate school. I am currently researching the history of koto music while teaching Japanese music history and ethnomusicology part-time at a university in Tokyo.
Before I got married, my life was all about music, but after my children were born, my world expanded along with their interests.
Besides music, I am also interested in ballet, sports, insects, anime (Dragon Ball, Naruto, Pokemon, etc.). I have also experienced various types of lessons with my children (ballet, piano, violin, swimming, gymnastics, abacus, tutoring, online English conversation, etc...).
◎ Message to Everyone
It is quite common for Japanese students majoring in music to know very little about Japanese music, so there is nothing to be shy about.
On Cafetalk, I aim to provide lessons where you can learn in a casual yet serious manner.
Whether you want to learn more about music, Japanese, or ypou ant to take a trial lesson, please feel relaxed in any of my lessons.
Let’s expand your world by learning together.
【 Cafetalk Translation / September 2025 】
Please note that this profile has been translated by Cafetalk for easier understanding.
This tutor's cancellation policy
Before request is confirmed (fixed)
- Cancellation possible at any time without charge.
After request is confirmed (fixed)
- Less than 1hours before lesson start time.→ 100% of price charged.
- Between 1-6hours before lesson start time.→ 50% of price charged.
- No-Show→ 100% of price charged.
Lessons by this tutor
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【NEW】『ちびまる子ちゃんの慣用句教室』で日本語会話をレベルアップ！
『ちびまる子ちゃんの慣用句教室』を使って、日本人が日常的に使っている言い回しを覚えましょう。まる子ちゃんの漫画も一緒に読みましょう♪Japanese
25min 1,000P
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夏休み企画☆和楽器を知ろう
夏休みの自由研究に和楽器はいかが？ このレッスンでは、いろいろな楽器をご紹介します。きっと好きな和楽器が見つかるでしょう。体験や鑑賞ができる場もご提案します。Primary School
50min 4,000P
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Read Japanese classics in this summer intensive course
Let's read Japanese masterpieces such as "No Longer Human", "Rashomon", in Japanese.Japanese
50min X 4 6,400PHas Trial Pack of 4 -
あなたのやりたいを応援！ 完全カスタマイズの日本語レッスン
あなたの知りたい！やりたい！を応援します。レベルに合わせたフリートーク（初級・中級・上級）。英語でのサポートあります。単語を増やしたい、旅行前の日本語練習から、歴史や文化を深掘りした学びまで、あなたの興味に完全対応！ 古文や和歌・俳句の楽しみ方もサポートします。Japanese
50min 2,000PHas Trial
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Japnanese Free Talk & Reading Aloud
I'll provide support in both Japanese and English, so feel free to take a class with me.Japanese
15min 700P
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【音読】『ちびまる子ちゃんの音読暗誦教室』で名文を読もう！
Let's read famous Japanese sentences aloud and read Chibi Maruko-chan's manga!Japanese
25min 1,000P
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A Tour of Traditional Japanese Music
Would you be interested in traditional Japanese music? Let’s study the history and features of gagaku, koto, biwa, shamisen, etc.!Traditional Music & Performance
50min 4,000P
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The Tour of Traditional Japanese Performances
Would you be interested in traditional Japanese performances? Let’s study the history and features of kabuki, Bunraku, and Noh.Culture
50min 4,000P
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音楽の話をしましょう！レッスン トライアル＆カウンセリング
どのレッスンを選んだらよいか分からない！という方、お声掛けください。伝統音楽、音楽大学、音楽学習のお悩みもお聞きします。なんでもお気軽にどうぞ♪Music Learning Counseling
20min 800P
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和の音カフェ
すきま時間に和の音を聞いてリラックスしませんか？ 雑談しながら和楽器の曲を聴きましょう。新しい発見があるかも！Traditional Music & Performance
15min 700P
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Music from the Tale of Genji: Japanese aristocratic music
Would you be interested in old Japanese music? This lesson takes a look at the music in the famous old novel “The Tale of Genji”. Let’s watch the DVD and discuss Japanese music and instruments.Culture
25min 1,500P
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Deepen your understanding of Japanese traditional music and performing arts!
This lesson is a continuation of my two introductory lessons about music and performances. Let's enjoy studying one genre and discussing it!Traditional Music & Performance
50min 4,000P
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音楽からひも解く日本文化史（4回パック）
日本の伝統音楽を社会や文学との関わりから学んでみませんか？ 先史から現代まで、社会の変化とともに移り変わってきた音楽の魅力を探りましょう。Culture
25min X 4 5,000PPack of 4 -
旅行気分！世界の民族音楽・日本の伝統音楽
世界と日本の音楽に詳しくなれる講座です。現地に行った気分になれるかも。趣味・教養としておすすめの講座です。Traditional Music & Performance
50min 4,000P
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世界の音楽・日本の音楽
世界の民族音楽や日本の伝統音楽を、毎回、一つずつ学ぶレッスンです。音楽の成り立ちや楽器を勉強して、いろいろな文化を知りましょう！Primary School
25min 2,000P
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音楽の先生を応援！世界の民族音楽・日本の伝統音楽
学校音楽で扱う世界と日本の音楽を深く学ぶレッスンです。音楽の授業を自信を持ってできるようになります。その他、教員採用試験にも対応しています。Others (Music)
50min 5,000PHas Trial
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音大生の筆記試験・院試・教採をサポートします！
音大生の方、筆記試験で困ったことはありませんか？音大講師の福まるにお気軽にご相談ください♪Studying abroad for music majors
50min 5,000PHas Trial
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さくっと雑学☆和文化の魅力を再発見！
これは何でしょう？…1枚の写真から日本の伝統文化を掘り下げていきます。予備知識ゼロで大丈夫。和文化を身近に感じられるレッスンです。Culture
15min 700P
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[Writing] フォーマル＆アカデミックな日本語を書こう
Proofreading Japanese sentences for letters you write to your superiors and for submissions to universities and workplaces. I can also help you create university reports and presentation materials.Japanese
40min 2,000P
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自信がつく！しっかり日本語会話（フリートーク40分×4回）
日本語フリートーク40分×4回のレッスンパックです。トピックをご用意していますので、安心して参加してください。日本語でたくさんお話ししましょう！Japanese
40min X 4 5,600PHas Trial Pack of 4 -
Japanese textbook-based lesson (25min.×4)
Learn lots with this pack! This is a 4-lesson pack to learn Japanese using the textbook.Japanese
25min X 4 2,400PPack of 4 -
Japanese textbook-based lesson (50min.×4)
Learn lots with this pack! This is a 50min×4-lesson pack to learn Japanese using the textbook.Japanese
50min X 4 4,800PPack of 4 -
Counseling and trial lesson for Japanese studying
初めての方向け！ あなたにぴったりの日本語レッスンを一緒に見つけましょう。レベルや目的に合わせたプランを提案します！Japanese
15min 700P
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