Japanese Lessons with a Native Speaker
Mofu Mofu Japanese Academy

Japanese Lessons with a Native Speaker
Mofu Mofu Japanese Academy

Ready to actually speak Japanese?

Real conversations from day one.

Ready to actually speak Japanese?

Real conversations from day one.

Ready to actually speak Japanese?

Real conversations from day one.

  • “I worked with 10+ Japanese teachers and
    Junko Sensei is my absolute favourite.”
    — Katie, UK

    “I worked with 10+ Japanese teachers and
    Junko Sensei is my absolute favourite.”
    — Katie, UK

  • “It’s okay to make mistakes.”
    — Julia, USA


    “It’s okay to make mistakes.”
    — Julia, USA


    “It’s okay to make mistakes.”
    — Julia, USA


  • “Makes it easier for foreigners to
    actually speak Japanese.”
    — Sophia, China.

    “Makes it easier for foreigners to
    actually speak Japanese.”
    — Sophia, China.

  • “Helped me express my own thoughts
    in Japanese.”
    — Barron, New Zealand

    “Helped me express my own thoughts
    in Japanese.”
    — Barron, New Zealand

  • “Like talking to a friend.”
    — Janine, Germany


    “Like talking to a friend.”
    — Janine, Germany


  • “Not the usual sensei, a great one!”
    — Antonella, Italy


    “Not the usual sensei, a great one!”
    — Antonella, Italy


About Junko Sensei

Meet Junko
— your Japanese auntie

Meet Junko
— your Japanese auntie

Native Japanese speaker

Think of me as your Japanese auntie — someone who genuinely wants you to get there.

Maybe you're already living in Japan, trying to finally feel at home. Or maybe Japan is still a dream you're working towards. Either way, I'm here for you.

I've been there myself — that moment when you know what you want to say, but nothing comes out. I remember it well from learning English and French.

So we don't just study grammar. We talk. Really talk — at your pace, no pressure, no drills. Just real Japanese, together.

I want you to leave every lesson thinking: "I've got this." 🌸

Curious about how this method works in detail?
Click here to learn more about our teaching approach.

Certified Japanese teacher

Trained at a Japanese language school in Tokyo

Fluent in English — TOEIC 890

Why my lessons are different 🌸

Before I became a teacher, I spent years working in some of the world’s most demanding environments.

At Nomura Securities, I worked my way up from analyst assistant to securities analyst. At The Walt Disney Company, I handled social compliance across international operations. At Amazon, I managed fraud prevention as an operations manager.

I also studied at Santa Monica College in California and Meiji University School of Law in Tokyo — which means I’ve navigated both the American and Japanese systems, in English and in Japanese.

Why does this matter for your lessons?

Because I don’t just teach you Japanese. I teach you how Japanese actually works — life, culture, relationships, business, in the moments that count. Even as a complete beginner, you’ll be learning the real thing from day one.

Why my lessons are different 🌸


Before I became a teacher, I spent years working in some of the world’s most demanding environments.


At Nomura Securities, I worked my way up from analyst assistant to securities analyst. At The Walt Disney Company, I handled social compliance across international operations. At Amazon, I managed fraud prevention as an operations manager.


I also studied at Santa Monica College in California and Meiji University School of Law in Tokyo — which means I’ve navigated both the American and Japanese systems, in English and in Japanese.


Because I don’t just teach you Japanese. I teach you how Japanese actually works — life, culture, relationships, business, in the moments that count. Even as a complete beginner, you’ll be learning the real thing from day one.

Why my lessons are different 🌸


Before I became a teacher, I spent years working in some of the world’s most demanding environments.


At Nomura Securities, I worked my way up from analyst assistant to securities analyst. At The Walt Disney Company, I handled social compliance across international operations. At Amazon, I managed fraud prevention as an operations manager.


I also studied at Santa Monica College in California and Meiji University School of Law in Tokyo — which means I’ve navigated both the American and Japanese systems, in English and in Japanese.

Why does this matter for your lessons?


Because I don’t just teach you Japanese. I teach you how Japanese actually works — life, culture, relationships, business, in the moments that count. Even as a complete beginner, you’ll be learning the real thing from day one.

もふもふ

もふもふ

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!

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Our Philosophy

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もふもふ もふもふ もふもふ もふもふ

  • Clear explanations. Real love for Japanese language and culture.

  • Lessons that feel like chatting with a friend — warm, relaxed, and genuinely fun.

  • Founder of free Japanese language & culture learning meetups 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.

Here's what our students say:

Here's what our students say:

🌍 Students from Switzerland, New Zealand, China, USA, Italy, Australia, Germany and more.

  • Katie

    Marketing, from UK

    I worked with 10+ Japanese teachers and Junko Sensei is my absolute favourite. She genuinely cares about my progress and was the only teacher who could ever make classes fun and engaging! Totally worth working with her if you actually want to learn Japanese.

  • 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!

  • 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.

  • Brandon

    Engineer, from Australia

    Junko is an excellent teacher that brings a fun attitude to learning. She is great at explaining things in a way that really makes sense. She has a great understanding of English and is able to answer 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!

  • 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!

  • 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 me to challenge myself and stay active in my learning, all while making sure I never felt overwhelmed. She welcomed all my 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!

  • Sophia

    PR, from China

    I’ve studied with Junko Sensei. She is an expert instructor who teaches not only the language itself but also how to make it practical and fun. There aren’t many Japanese classes that are truly practical, but Junko Sensei’s method makes it easier for foreigners to actually speak Japanese. That’s where I see hope.

Mofu Mofu is for you if…

🗾 You’re living in Japan and want to finally feel at home

💬 Japan is your dream and you’re working towards it

💼  You want to stop freezing and actually hold a conversation

🤔 You're not sure yet — and just want to see how it feels

Not sure yet? Try a 30-min free trial lesson — no experience needed. 🌸

Not sure yet? Try a free 30-min lesson

— no experience needed. 🌸

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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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How is this different from other Japanese lessons?

Most lessons focus on grammar and reading. At Mofu Mofu, we focus on speaking from day one — in a way that feels natural and personal, not stressful.

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Is the trial lesson really free?

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What happens in the trial lesson?

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