Junko Otani

I help adults stuck in beginner Japanese learn to actually speak with confidence

Atlanta, USA
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About

I'm a Japanese language instructor based in Georgia, originally from Japan. I work with adult learners who are frustrated with beginner-level progress, offering flexible one-on-one lessons tailored to individual schedules and goals.

Beyond grammar and vocabulary, I weave in Japanese culture and real-world context. I also offer a unique yoga + language hybrid lesson that combines physical practice with dual-language instruction, giving students a different way to absorb the language while exploring cultural aspects of Japan.

Services

Let’s Talk — Free counseling

For people who are wondering who is Junko…? Let’s chat about your goals and see how I can best support your journey.

30 minFree
Weekly Live Yoga ーJapanese x English

Every Thursday at 9:30 pm 🧘‍♀️🧘 My yoga classes are all about giving your mind and body a RESET, helping you release tension, feel lighter both physically and mentally. If you’ve been feeling stressed, anxious, tired, tense around your neck & shoulders, back pain, headaches, or just not feeling like yourself lately… you might enjoy my classes 🩷 Classes are taught in both Japanese and English, with a fun, global atmosphere 🌏🩷 Hope to see you in class! Let’s reset, relax, and glow together!

30 min$7.00
1:1 Private Japanese Lesson

Hi, I’m Junko! 🇯🇵 I’m a native Japanese teacher with a background in communication, PR, and event planning in Japan. After moving to the U.S., I organized Japanese culture exchange events with 1,000+ participants and discovered how much I love helping people connect through language and culture. My motto: You don’t need perfect Japanese. You need the confidence to communicate. My lessons focus on real, practical Japanese—not just textbooks. Let’s learn Japanese and have fun along the way!

45 min$45.00