In-person at a café in Central London,
or online via Zoom — worldwide.
The best Japanese lessons depend on what you need. Here's how your options compare — so you can find the right fit.
| Online platforms | Other London schools | ✦ Iroha Passport | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Price (online / hr) | ⭐⭐⭐ From £15 |
⭐☆☆ From £50 |
⭐⭐☆ From £38 |
| Teacher quality | ⭐☆☆ Varies — luck of the draw |
⭐⭐⭐ Consistent |
⭐⭐⭐ Trained to our standard |
| Flexibility & scheduling | ⭐⭐⭐ High |
⭐⭐☆ Fixed schedules |
⭐⭐⭐ High |
| In-person (London) | ⭐☆☆ Not available |
⭐⭐⭐ Available |
⭐⭐⭐ Café, Central London |
| Curriculum | ⭐☆☆ Generic |
⭐⭐☆ Partly flexible |
⭐⭐⭐ Tailored to your goals |
| Lesson language | ⭐☆☆ Japanese only (sometimes) |
⭐⭐☆ English available |
⭐⭐⭐ Fluent English — always |
| Trial lesson | ⭐☆☆ None |
⭐⭐☆ Varies by school |
⭐⭐⭐ £24 — no commitment |
First trial lesson at a discounted price. No commitment required.
Without a teacher or a schedule, it's easy to lose momentum. Motivation alone doesn't stick.
Hiragana first? Grammar? Apps? The amount of advice online makes it harder, not easier.
Apps are great for streaks — not for actually speaking. You need real interaction to progress.
AI tools can mislead beginners. Without real feedback, bad habits build up fast.
Meet your teachers
Here's the solution.
Our teachers build your plan, correct you in the moment, and keep you accountable. London-based, fluent in English — in person at a café or online, wherever you are.
Book a Trial — £24 →No guessing what to study next. Your teacher maps out exactly what you need, in the right order, at the right pace.
Pronunciation, grammar, natural phrasing — fixed on the spot, before bad habits take hold.
A weekly lesson is a commitment. That's not a bad thing — it's what makes you actually improve.
Anime, travel, business, daily life — lessons built around what you actually want to say.
All our teachers are based in the UK and explain clearly in English — no language barrier between you and understanding.
A structured study plan designed around your level and exam date — not a generic syllabus.
Understanding the jokes, the nuance, the casual speech that textbooks never teach you.
Real conversations. Not rehearsed phrases, but actual back-and-forth that surprises even you.
A quick online level check — takes about 5 minutes. Helps us match you with the right teacher and starting point.
Your first session at a special introductory rate of £24 — held online. Try the format, meet your teacher, no commitment needed.
If it's a good fit, book your package and start your personalised plan. Your Japanese journey starts here.
"After almost a year of learning with SakuraJapan I've learnt a lot, not just about the Japanese language, but about its culture as well. It's been an incredibly enjoyable experience and my teacher has been very patient with me as I learn."
"I've had 14 lessons so far with Erika as my teacher and she's lovely and has been so helpful! Erika prepares PowerPoint slides and homework perfectly tailored to what I need."
"They really go out of their way to accommodate you with the right lessons and instructor to fit your Japanese learning needs. Learning a new language is a great investment and you will not regret choosing this school."
All lessons are 45 minutes per unit.
We recommend 90-minute sessions (2 units) for the best learning experience.
Pair lessons (2 people) available at +£10 per session.
Try a 45-minute trial for £24. No commitment, no pressure — just you, your teacher, and a plan that actually works.