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Wee Joys Japanese Language

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

Wee Joys Japanese Language

About Wee Joys Japanese Language

, Edinburgh South
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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!

Upcoming Events at Wee Joys Japanese Language

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

1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

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!

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Speak Japanese with Confidence – Join Our Japanese Chat Club!

1st March 2025 - 20th December 2025

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!

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