Wee Joys Japanese Language

Unlock your curiosity and start learning Japanese with a top-qualified professional Japanese tutor in Scotland.

About Wee Joys Japanese Language

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Thinking about learning Japanese?

Whether you're a complete beginner or looking to enhance your skills, Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior is here to help! With years of experience and a passion for teaching, she makes learning Japanese enjoyable, engaging, and achievable for everyone.

Hitomi is one of Scotland's most experienced Japanese language educators. She has worked as a senior lecturer at Kanda University of International Studies in Japan and has authored 17 textbooks on Japanese language teaching and teacher training. She holds a Master's degree in Applied Linguistics, a Japanese Language Teaching Competency Certificate, and has received a prestigious Teaching Award.

Her lessons are tailored to meet your individual goals, whether you wish to learn for travel, work, exams, or simply for the love of the language. With a structured yet relaxed approach, she helps students build confidence and fluency at their own pace.

Now based in Edinburgh, Hitomi is the founder of the Japanese Clubs, a friendly and welcoming space designed for learners to enhance their language skills in enjoyable and meaningful contexts.

She offers the following clubs:

Japanese Book Club
Japanese Chat Club
Self-Directed Japanese Learning Club
Kids' Japanese Club

Join a class in Edinburgh or book a session today and let's make your Japanese learning journey exciting and rewarding!

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Upcoming Events at Wee Joys Japanese Language

Learning

Discover the Joy of Reading in Japanese – Join Our Book Club!

1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

Wee Joys Japanese Language, Edinburgh South

Are you passionate about Japanese but find it difficult to enjoy the learning process? Then join our Japanese Book Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!

Learning

Speak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!

1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

Wee Joys Japanese Language, Edinburgh South

Looking to practise speaking Japanese in a relaxed and supportive environment? Then join our Japanese Chat Club, led by Edinburgh-based native tutor Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior!

Family and Kids

Kids Japanese After School Club Ages 7-12: Language, Crafts & Culture

1st May 2025 - 23rd December 2025

Edinburgh South

Led by Hitomi Kobayashi-Prior, this Kids Japanese After School Club transforms screen-based self-study into real-world interactive learning with crafts, games, and cultural fun.

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