Private lessons
in Rotterdam


from43.93USD/ h
Learn Japanese from an experienced tutor with a solid background in Japanology and linguistics (+bring your friend for a group discount!)
Whatever your Japanese level, whatever your goals with learning, I am more than sure we can achieve them together. For example:
- Are you planning to take a JLPT exam anywhere from N5 to N1?
- Need a quick brush-up for your job or scholarship interview?
- Upcoming trip to Japan and you wish you could break the ice with locals in their language?
- Do you want to understand what they are talking about in your favourite TV show without subtitles?
- Or… you simply fell in love with this incredible language and want to start learning it from scratch in a structured way?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you can already rest assured that you have found the right tutor. On top of these, the range of possible directions our classes can take is even broader: I can introduce you to Japanese interpretation prepping, help you to improve your understanding of written Japanese in a more structured way, or if you’re a kanji nerd like I am, talk about their history for hours.
I have been a Japanologist *slash* lover-of-all-things-Japanese for more than 17 years and as such I am familiar with a very broad range of linguistic and cultural layers of the country (oh, and if there is one that I am not, then I will most definitely be more than happy to look into it). So do not hesitate to leave a message if you want to learn with me.
- Materials are provided by me, so you only have to bring a pen or pencil, a notebook and your enthusiasm to learn languages
- I will create a Google Classroom for our classes where you can keep track of all the materials, whiteboards and homeworks. Here you will always receive customised feedback from me on your homework before the next class
- After every class I will give you a customized deck of flashcards on Quizlet so you can really keep up with new vocabulary
- Learning with me pretty much includes a 24hrs Japanese hotline for all kinds of urgent questions about grammar, culture, kanji and more :)
- Are you planning to take a JLPT exam anywhere from N5 to N1?
- Need a quick brush-up for your job or scholarship interview?
- Upcoming trip to Japan and you wish you could break the ice with locals in their language?
- Do you want to understand what they are talking about in your favourite TV show without subtitles?
- Or… you simply fell in love with this incredible language and want to start learning it from scratch in a structured way?
If you answered yes to any of the above questions, then you can already rest assured that you have found the right tutor. On top of these, the range of possible directions our classes can take is even broader: I can introduce you to Japanese interpretation prepping, help you to improve your understanding of written Japanese in a more structured way, or if you’re a kanji nerd like I am, talk about their history for hours.
I have been a Japanologist *slash* lover-of-all-things-Japanese for more than 17 years and as such I am familiar with a very broad range of linguistic and cultural layers of the country (oh, and if there is one that I am not, then I will most definitely be more than happy to look into it). So do not hesitate to leave a message if you want to learn with me.
Extra information
- PM for info about Group Discount ;)- Materials are provided by me, so you only have to bring a pen or pencil, a notebook and your enthusiasm to learn languages
- I will create a Google Classroom for our classes where you can keep track of all the materials, whiteboards and homeworks. Here you will always receive customised feedback from me on your homework before the next class
- After every class I will give you a customized deck of flashcards on Quizlet so you can really keep up with new vocabulary
- Learning with me pretty much includes a 24hrs Japanese hotline for all kinds of urgent questions about grammar, culture, kanji and more :)
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At teacher's location: 3038 ED Rotterdam, Netherlands









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Japanese for adults
Age: | Teenagers (13-17 years old) Adults (18-64 years old) Seniors (65+ years old) |
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Student level: | Beginner Intermediate Advanced |
Duration: | 60 minutes 90 minutes 120 minutes |
The class is taught in: | English, Japanese, Korean, Hungarian, German, Dutch |
About Me
I am a friendly, enthusiastic and encouraging teacher with 12 years of professional teaching experience.Among the six languages I speak, Japanese is definitely my speciality since it has a very special place in my life. Starting from Bachelors up to completing the coursework of a Ph.D. in Japanese Studies, I have devoted more than ten years to learn more about the language and culture of this incredible people.
During this time, not only did I get a chance to work and study in Japan for two years, but also to open my eyes to other exciting cultures as well. This is how I found myself on a year-long working holiday in Korea where I was volunteering on farms and teaching English, and spending a month in a Taiwanese Buddhist monastery. These episodes have given me a lot of experiences and insights that I love to share and discuss with others.
Being a polyglot and great linguistic nerd myself, I design my classes in such a fashion that I would also enjoy taking part in them. I use lots of real-life materials (books, comics, movies, music, podcasts, you name it) that I maximally tailor to my student's needs and first-hand stories that put these into perspective. Last but not least, I like to keep the classes informal and informative at the same time.
Education
2021- : Research Internship in Radboud University (Nijmegen, NL)Researching the usability of Automatic Speech Recognition technology in Second Language Acquisiton
2019- : University of Groningen, Language and Cognition Research Master’s (Groningen, NL)
Double coursework in Cognitive Linguistics and Natural Language Processing
2014-2019: ELTE Doctoral School of Linguistics (Budapest, Hungary), Japanology PhD
Researching ideological differences behind the Japanese and Chinese script reforms of the 20th century
2011-2012: Osaka University, Maple Exchange Program
2010-2013: Karoli Gaspar University of the Reformed Church (Budapest, Hungary), Japanese Studies MA
2009-2010: Nagoya University, Japanese Cultural Research Course
2006-2009: ELTE University (Budapest, Hungary), Japanese Studies BA
Experience / Qualifications
Work Experience2022-: Japanese-speaking Natural Language Understanding Developer in emagine GmbH (working with the speech recognition technology of the built-in personal assistants in several automobile brands)
2019- : Founding Language Services (sole proprietorship providing translation, interpretation and tutoring services in Japanese, English, German, Hungarian and Korean)
2012-2018: Japanese Language Teacher in School of Oriental Languages Budapest (from 2015: lead Japanese teacher and school administrator)
Qualifications:
2021: Staatsexamen NTII Dutch language examination (CEFR B2)
2018: Test of Proficiency in Korean (TOPIK) Level 5 (CEFR C1)
2013: Qualification in Japan Kanji Aptitude Test (Kanji Kentei) Level 2,
Cambridge Certificate of Proficiency in English (CPE) (CEFR C2)
2010: Japanese Language Proficiency Test (JLPT) N1 (CEFR C2)
2006: Deutsches Sprachdiplom Stufe 2 German language examination (CEFR C2)
Reviews (9)
With him we found the best match for my half Hungarian/half Dutch teen-daughter. She is happy with Akos and stays motivated week by week :)
Ik heb niks dan goeds te zeggen over Akos. Hij is aardig, geduldig en heeft een enorme passie voor alles Japan. Ik hoop nog heel lang van hem te mogen leren!
I have nothing but good things to say about Akos. He is kind, patient and has an enormous passion for everything Japan-related. I hope to be able to learn from him for a long time to come!
Great teacher, he's patient and supportive. Lessons are fun, interesting and he has a great knowledge about Japan, which he likes to share.
Akos makes the classes a fun learning experience. It's very casual and easy paced. He also shares additional knowledge about the geography, culture and history.
° sympathetic, joy to listen to
° good and interesting explanations
° at ease, no pressure, very patient person
° personal follow-up, own pace and interests
° I took several classes, cannot else but highly recommend this teacher !!!
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