Ayana, originally from Kanagawa, Japan, received her Bachelor's degree in Education before moving to New Zealand in 2011. Since then, she has helped thousands of students learn Japanese. With over a decade of experience in both one-on-one and group lessons, she has developed a deep understanding of what truly helps learners succeed.

Ayana is the founder and owner of Auckland Japanese Tutor in New Zealand and has a genuine passion for Japanese language and culture. She is now excited to share her knowledge and experience with you through this course.

If you are interested in taking regular lessons on Zoom, please visit her website. She specializes in teaching beginners as well as students with specific goals—such as traveling to Japan, preparing for the JLPT exam, or practicing for a job interview in Japanese. With around 10 courses available, you can study at your own pace and level.