Mofu Mofu Japanese Academy
She encouraged us to
stay active in our learning.It's okay to make mistakes.
I feel motivated.To learn the culture, the why you should use one
or another word you need to rely on Junko.She helped me move beyond basic textbook conversations
and express my own thoughts in Japanese!Answer how vocab and grammar
should be used in real world situations.The methodologies of
making Japanese practical and fun.Learning Japanese feel easy and personal,
like talking to a friend!
About Junko Sensei
Native Japanese speaker
I know how it feels to study a language and still freeze when it's time to speak. I've been there with English.
That's why my lessons are different. We don't just study grammar — we actually talk. From your very first class, you'll be speaking Japanese in a way that feels natural, not stressful.
My lessons are gently inspired by the Army Method — understand grammar in English first, then practice through real, guided conversation in Japanese. No memorizing. No pressure.
My goal is simple: I want you to leave every lesson feeling a little more confident than when you arrived.
Curious about how this method works in detail?
Learn more about our teaching approach.
Certified Japanese teacher
Trained at a Japanese language school in Tokyo
Fluent in English — TOEIC 890
In Japanese, “Mofumofu” means something soft and fluffy, like a cute animal with a lot of fur. It makes Japanese people feel relaxed and happy.
That’s how we want you to feel when you are learning Japanese with us!
Our Philosophy
Clear explanations. Real love for Japanese language and culture.
Lessons that feel like chatting with a friend — warm, relaxed, and genuinely fun.
Founder of Nihongo Meetup En — a free monthly Japanese conversation event in Tokyo.
Your study buddies
Myu
Quiet and sharp. She helps you refine and improve.
Rin
Calm and patient. She helps you relax and try again.
Totto
Playful and bold. He makes you speak.
Theo
NGO worker, from Swiss
It was an absolute pleasure learning with Junko sensei. She is clearly knowledgeable and dedicated, and her passion for teaching really came through in every lesson. She created a warm, comfortable, and fun environment that made it easy to stay engaged — even on tougher days, she always brought a positive mood that lifted the whole class.
What I appreciated most was how she encouraged us to challenge ourselves and stay active in our learning, all while making sure we never felt overwhelmed. She welcomed all our questions, whether they were directly related to the lesson or about Japanese culture more broadly, and always answered them with insight and care.
I’m truly grateful to have had her as a teacher!
Barron
Engineer, from New Zealand
Junko Sensei is fun, engaging, and passionate about teaching.
She encourages you to talk about your real-life experiences and interests, which has helped me move beyond basic textbook conversations and express my own thoughts in Japanese. All the while, she attentively corrects my mistakes to prevent them from turning into bad habits. Her ability to explain ideas in English makes learning faster and more efficient, providing much-needed clarity where concepts are abstract or ambiguous.
I highly recommend Junko Sensei as your teacher.
Sophia
from China
I‘ve studied with junko sensei. She is such an expert Japanese instructor who is highly skillful in teaching the language not only the knowledge of the language but also the methodologies of making it practical and fun. In the current Japanese teaching environment, there are not many classes that are practical enough but junko sensei are able to deliver a class and methodology that are fully practical and easier for foreigners to actually be able to speak the language, where I see hope.
Julia
Teacher, from USA
Junko is a fantastic teacher and I have really enjoyed her classes. She makes the setting feel comfortable and relaxed while also ensuring that a lot of learning happens. Her explanations are clear and it's okay to make mistakes. I feel motivated to work hard in studying Japanese and I really recommend her classes!
Antonella
Designer, from Italy
One can learn kanji, grammar, words. But to learn the culture, the why you should use one or another word (even if it seems that there is no difference) you need to rely on Junko. Not the usual sensei, a great one!
Nietzsche soutenait que l'ordre naît du chaos. Junko sensei confirme cette théorie. Avec sa manière créative d'enseigner, elle vous apprend aussi les recoins les plus subtiles de la langue japonaise. Une très bonne sensei.
Che dire di Junko sensei ? Non si limita ad insegnare scolasticamente il giapponese, ma ti introduce ai misteri di questa lingua complicata, fatta di silenzi fra le righe e dell'uso di parole che, simili nel senso, nascondono fini diversi. Una grande prof.
Brandon
Engineer, from Australia
Junko is an excellent teacher that brings a fun attitude to learning. Junko is great at explaining things in a way that really makes sense. Junko has a great understanding of English and is able to answer deeper more complex questions about how vocab and grammar should be used in real world situations, rather than just the examples from a textbook. If you want to start learning Japanese you can use in your daily life, I recommend Junko
Janine
Designer, from Germany
Studying with Junko sensei was always such a joy. She made learning Japanese feel easy and personal, like talking to a friend. I’d definitely love to continue!
Mofu Mofu is for you if…
🗾 You're living in Japan — or planning to
💬 You want to stop saying "sumimasen" and actually hold a conversation
💼 You need Japanese for work, but textbooks aren't cutting it
🤔 You're not sure yet — and just want to see how it feels
How We Teach
Every lesson is built around one goal: getting you to actually speak.
Structured repetition
Grammar that sticks — because we practice it, not just study it.
Real-life conversation
Topics from your actual life — work, daily routines, things you care about.
English support when needed
Nothing gets lost. We explain in English when it helps.
A calm but focused atmosphere
Relaxed enough to try. Focused enough to improve.
We don’t rush.
But we do practice.
FAQ
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Is the trial lesson really free?
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What level do I need to be?
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What happens in the trial lesson?
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How is this different from other Japanese lessons?