The Language Experts

I don’t write many reviews, because I believe good service should be expected. However, when I receive great service, I feel a review is in order. I have been taking private lessons now for roughly 6 months with The Language Experts, and I have really enjoyed it. I am learning a lot and a private lesson is great because I can focus on learning at my own pace.
Recently, I was asked by my company to give a demonstration in Japan in Japanese. I was not ready for that, but I really wanted to step up so they would send me to the Japanese office. Atsuko Makino (the teacher giving me 1 on 1 lessons) helped me translate the demo to Japanese, learn business polite speak and prepare to give the presentation. She really stepped up and helped me when I needed it, going way above and beyond what I expected. I have tried learning Japanese several times over the years only to get stuck at a point and not progress. With the Language Experts and Atsuko Makino not only am I learning beyond what I have done in the past, I am excelling in new ways I didn’t expect. I highly recommend coming here.

I’ve been taking Japanese lessons for a year and it is amazing how much I’ve learned in this period. I had no prior knowledge of Japanese until I started taking classes with Makino Sensei and I can already have simple conversations and recognize almost a hundred Kanjis. The lessons are very stimulating and fun and I learn a lot about Japanese culture as well. Definitely recommend for those wanting to learn Japanese!

The Japanese lessons with Makino Sensei at The Language Experts are an amazing experience. I’ve been a student for over a year now and I am very happy with how much I’ve learned so far. I’ve studied a little when I was younger, but I believe now I have a much better ability to communicate. The teacher is very thoughtful about the students’ needs. I would definitely recommend this school to anyone interested in learning this fascinating language.

I had an important Japanese interview to prepare for over a six month period. I researched a few different language schools in Orange County and found this program to be the most flexible and cost effective. I enrolled in both private and group lessons. Atsuko Sensie did an excellent job preparing me for my interview. She tailored lessons to help achieve my goal. Individual lessons included custom vocabulary lists and reading comprehension projects. Group lessons are centered around the «Genki» textbooks. I have used a number of different Japanese study programs over the years and found this program to be one of the most efficient study methods. In addition, group lessons only consist of a few individuals (3 – 4 students) and therefore create a significant amount of one-​on-​one interaction.
In the end, I achieved my goal of advanced low for my interview. I can’t thank Atsuko Sensie enough for her help. I plan to enroll in her group lessons again when I return from the east coast!

I have been taking Japanese lessons from The Language Experts for over 6 month and my Japanese improved greatly. I highly recommend Makino Sensei. The class is always fun and entertaining. She not only cares about you and your learning experience, she will go extra-​mile to help you achieve your goal and keep you motivated. If you want to learn Japanese, she is definitely the right teacher to learn from!