About My Nihongo Sensei
Welcome to My Nihongo Sensei, your friendly guide to learning real, practical Japanese.
Whether you are preparing for JLPT, moving to Japan, studying abroad, or simply love Japanese culture, our goal is simple:
Make Japanese easy, enjoyable, and accessible for everyone.
We provide clear lessons, practical resources, cultural insights, and supportive instruction to help you learn confidently—step by step.
🌟 Our Mission
Our mission is to help learners around the world communicate in Japanese with confidence.
We believe language learning should be:
Practical — focused on real communication
Enjoyable — connected to culture, daily life, and your interests
Structured — with clear study paths and helpful guidance
Supportive — so you never feel lost or unsure where to start
Whether you’re an absolute beginner or diving into JLPT study, we create tools, guides, and lessons that make progress simple and motivating.
🎌 What We Offer
1. Free Beginner Lessons
Start with 2 free private lessons.
These sessions help you build a strong foundation in:
Hiragana & katakana
Basic grammar
Core vocabulary
Pronunciation
Everyday phrases
Perfect for complete beginners or returning learners.
2. Online Private Japanese Lessons
Personalized one-on-one lessons taught by trained Japanese instructors.
We focus on:
Speaking and conversation
Grammar and structure
JLPT preparation
Practical daily Japanese
Business Japanese
Culture and etiquette
Flexible scheduling, beginner-friendly teachers, and lessons designed for YOUR goals.
3. Easy-to-Understand Blog Lessons
Our blog offers over 300+ articles covering:
Grammar
Vocabulary
Kanji
Speaking & listening
Reading & writing
JLPT N5–N1
Japanese culture, travel, food, history
Pop culture, anime, manga, VTubers
Study tips and tools
Every article is written to be simple, clear, and useful, even if you’re learning on your own.
4. JLPT Study Paths (N5–N1)
We provide complete guides for:
JLPT N5 (Beginner)
JLPT N4
JLPT N3
JLPT N2
JLPT N1
Each page includes grammar lists, vocabulary sets, kanji guides, reading/listening practice, and exam strategies.
Why Learn With Us?
✔ Beginner-Friendly
No confusing explanations — we keep everything clear, simple, and practical.
✔ Real Japanese
We focus on real conversation, real situations, and authentic Japanese.
✔ Cultural Understanding
Language and culture go together.
We teach both.
✔ Flexible Learning
Study through blog lessons, private lessons, or structured learning paths.
✔ Community Support
Whether you’re studying for JLPT, traveling to Japan, or just starting, we’re here to help you every step of the way.
Check out our article on Refer Japan.
👥 Who We Are
My Nihongo Sensei is part of DC English / Aoyama Professionals — an education-focused training group in Tokyo providing bilingual learning support for students, interns, and professionals in Japan and worldwide.
Our Japanese teachers are:
Friendly
Patient
Knowledgeable
Passionate about teaching
Experienced working with international learners
We bring together language teaching, cultural understanding, and real-world communication skills to build your confidence.
🌏 Our Learners Are From Everywhere
We teach students from:
Japan
Asia
North America
Europe
Africa
Oceania
From beginners to business professionals, travelers to JLPT examinees, our students share the same goal — to communicate clearly in Japanese.
🎯 Our Promise to You
We promise to help you:
Learn step-by-step
Build real speaking confidence
Stay motivated
Enjoy the learning process
Get results that matter
No unnecessary stress.
No complicated explanations.
Just clear progress and supportive guidance.
🚀 Start Learning Japanese Today
Whether you’re starting from zero or leveling up your skills, we’re here to help you learn Japanese the right way.
We look forward to studying with you.
ようこそ！一緒に日本語をがんばりましょう！🇯🇵✨
Founder Story – Thom Peace
My Nihongo Sensei was created by Thom Peace, an entrepreneur, educator, and long-time resident of Tokyo who has spent years helping international students and professionals learn languages, build careers, and feel at home in Japan.
Thom first came to Japan in 1994, expecting a short adventure—but quickly fell in love with the culture, community, and everyday life in Tokyo. After working across multiple industries in Japan and the US—from education to technology, marketing, and creative production—he realized that one thing connected all of his projects:
helping people communicate better.
Over the years, Thom taught English to hundreds of Japanese professionals, supported international interns learning Japanese for work, and built training programs that combined language, culture, and real-world skills. As he worked closely with learners from around the world, he saw the same pattern:
“People wanted to learn Japanese, but most felt lost.
They didn’t know where to start, what to study, or how to stay motivated.”
At the same time, he met many friendly, talented Japanese people who loved teaching and wanted to share their culture—but lacked a platform.
So Thom created My Nihongo Sensei to bring both sides together.
His vision is simple:
Make Japanese learning clear and stress-free
Connect learners with patient, supportive teachers
Share Japanese culture in an honest, friendly way
Help beginners gain confidence from their very first lesson
Today, My Nihongo Sensei offers lessons, study support, and a growing library of easy-to-understand articles written for real learners—not textbooks.
Thom believes language learning isn’t just about grammar or vocabulary.
It’s about connection, opportunity, and belonging.
Whether you’re studying for JLPT, starting a job in Japan, or learning for fun, Thom built this platform to help you grow with the support of real teachers and a welcoming community.
“Japan changed my life.
I built My Nihongo Sensei so it can open doors for you, too.”