Attendance rate of past 1 month 99% ★★★★★ (182/184)
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Hello! My name is Teacher Sarah. Teaching has always been my passion and that is why I can't wait to see you in my class. Book now and let's start learning. Let's do our best together!
2011年6月より勤務
I teach you from my house. I'm sorry I can't use some texts.If you like to use the specific text ,Please send me or iTalk support Tokyo during the day time.
自宅からのレッスンとなりますため一部テキストが使用できません。生徒様のお持ちのテキストを使い受講したい場合はスカイプで事前に送っていただきますと受講できます。
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Teacher has good typing skills that help you to have better understanding of the lesson.
The teacher can explain and simplify difficult words well.
The lesson was conducted in a right pace.
The teacher is sensitive to his students’ needs.
The class has a comfortable atmosphere.
I would like to have another class with this teacher.
• Students' Comment New 30 Comments
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Gaku
2026-05-26
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, paraphraseing sentences and based on the material 'The Power of “No”: Setting Boundaries Without Guilt' that you kindly selected for me on 26 May 2026.
Most Japanese people, especially the older generation, are more likely to hesitate to say 'No' when declining requests compared to young people.
Meanwhile, young people have learned the importance of saying 'No' prior to finding their jobs.
This is because the courage to say 'No' is one of the most crucial skills to avoid falling victim to exploitative companies.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Gaku
2026-05-26
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, paraphraseing sentences and based on the material 'AI Helps Students Score Higher but Raises Concerns About Real Learning' that you kindly selected for me on 25 May 2026.
I believe there is a high possibility that AI could negatively impact students' academic performance.
However, most students, especially in private universities, are less likely to study hard compared to high school students because it is relatively easy to graduate.
In addition, a graduation thesis is not mandatory at most universities.
Ironically, this means that the academic performance of these college students wouldn't improve much even without AI, except for those majoring in science.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Gaku
2026-05-25
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, completing sentences with my own ideas and based on the material 'Small Luxuries Add to Growing Financial Stress' that you kindly selected for me on 24 May 2026.
I recommend that people live within their means because hedonic adaptation is inevitable.
Some individuals, such as celebrities, tend to live a life of luxury.
However, if they lose their status, they often immediately fall into debt because hedonic adaptation makes it extremely difficult for them to lower their standard of living.
Of course, it is easier for ordinary people to downgrade their lifestyle than it is for the wealthy, but we should still avoid excessive luxuries for this very reason.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Gaku
2026-05-23
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, exercises on idioms and phrasal verbs, based on the material 'Anthropic Explains Why Claude Showed “Self-Preservation” Behavior' that you kindly selected for me on 20 May 2026.
"It was an interesting topic, reminiscent of a science fiction film about AI's threat to humanity.
In reality, AI relies entirely on accumulated information, known as 'big data'.
Because of this, it is difficult for AI to truly invent or create something new from scratch.
Therefore, I do not expect AI to become a real threat to humans."
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Gaku
2026-05-19
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, based on the material "Alone but Not Lonely: Study Links Solitude to Intelligence" that you kindly selected for me on 19 May 2026.
It is natural that highly intelligent people tend to prefer solitude over being surrounded by many people, because they think differently from others.
Meanwhile, enjoying time alone has become widely accepted among Japanese people today, as exemplified by solo Yakiniku, solo Ramen, and solo Karaoke. In the past, most people in Japan hesitated to spend time alone.
However, in modern Japanese society, solitude is rapidly becoming universally accepted.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Gaku
2026-05-17
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, based on the material 'Politics Divides More American Relationships' that you kindly selected for me on 17 May 2026.
Today, the number of Japanese people who are interested in policies, politicians, and politics is increasing because voter turnout in recent elections has also been increasing.
Meanwhile, most Japanese people are more indifferent to politics than people in other countries.
Therefore, political topics do not always damage relationships, such as friendships, family ties, and romantic relationships.
However, most Japanese people recognize that politics, religion, and specific sports teams should not be topics of daily conversation.
In addition, one's educational background is becoming a sensitive topic among Japanese people because attaining a higher education unfairly depends on a household's financial condition—in other words, the 'parent lottery'.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
saki
2026-05-17
The teacher is good at sharing the screen and teaching. The teacher also asks questions that are tailored to my level.
Gaku
2026-05-16
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, exercises on idioms and phrasal verbs, based on the material 'Freelancers Face Growing Pressure' that you kindly selected for me on 16 May 2026.
The following is a summary of the exercises.
1. burst out -ing: Suddenly start doing...
2. cringe: (When I see myself or others doing something embarrassing) I'm totally grossed out
3. felt gutted: I was terribly disappointed and devastated.
4. clammed up: (Due to nervousness or fear) to clam up
5. be thrilled to bits: So excited and overjoyed
6. made a fool of myself: (Do something stupid) and end up embarrassing yourself
I wouldn't recommend becoming a freelancer because they also have to handle accounting tasks and find new clients. Consequently, a freelancer cannot focus on their core work.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Gaku
2026-05-10
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, based on the material 'Global Press Freedom Reaches Lowest Point in 25 Years' that you kindly selected for me on 10 May 2026.
I forgot to tell you about another problem with the Japanese media.
As I mentioned in the lesson, Japan's press freedom ranking is somewhere in the middle globally.
However, I suppose that the number of media outlets that choose not to report certain news is higher than you might think.
Most Japanese media outlets do not dare to report news that is inconvenient for certain institutions.
This behavior is completely unfair.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Takahiro
2026-05-10
Thank you, Sarah sensei. See you next time!
Hatasan12-0186
2026-05-07
I was glad to talk with you.
Hatasan12-0186
2026-05-04
I was happy to talk with you.
Gaku
2026-05-04
Thank you so much, Pie.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, based on the material 'China Limits Popular “CEO Romance Micro-Dramas”' and listening material that you kindly selected for me on 3 May 2026.
I'm against the Chinese government's policy because freedom of expression should be protected to a certain extent.
In addition, companies engaged in the entertainment industry may lose profits.
However, since I'm not a Chinese citizen, I cannot comment much further on this matter.
Meanwhile, such short dramas are getting popular in Japan among young people who value time efficiency
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Hatasan12-0186
2026-05-02
I was glad to talk with you.
Gaku
2026-04-27
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, based on the material 'Could ‘Ikigai’ Help You Find Happiness?' that you kindly selected for me on 26 April 2026.
As I mentioned in the lesson, 'Ikigai' is a word with several meanings, such as motivation, joy, and a reason to live.
Nowadays, there are some unethical companies that exploit their employees' 'ikigai'.
Such companies are called 'black companies' in Japan.
We should be conscious of how this convenient word can be used.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Gaku
2026-04-26
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, based on the material 'Doctors Warn of Risks Behind “Looksmaxxing” Trend' that you kindly selected for me on 24 April 2026.
As exemplified by plastic surgery, 'Looksmaxxing' has become popular and widely spread among Japanese women.
In general, Japanese women are more likely to be conscious of how they look than men.
Furthermore, successful examples are abundant on the internet due to the advancement of social media.
Meanwhile, 'Looksmaxxing' has not been as popular among Japanese men as we might have thought.
Building up muscles is accepted among a certain group of Japanese men, but most of them cannot afford the time for it because they are always tied up with demanding daily tasks.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Hatasan12-0186
2026-04-21
I was glad to be able to talk to you for the first time.
Keiji
2026-04-21
Thank you so much!
Hatasan12-0186
2026-04-06
I was happy to talk to you after so long.
Gaku
2026-04-06
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, based on the material 'Young People Say Retirement Saving Feels Pointless Amid Rising Costs' that you kindly selected for me on 5 April 2026.
As I mentioned in the lesson, quite a few people prioritize saving for their retirement in Japan.
It is obvious that a certain amount of assets is required after reaching retirement age, especially since the Japanese government officially announced that at least 20 million yen per person is needed.
In addition, there is a possibility that the pension eligibility age will be raised.
For these reasons, many Japanese citizens are highly conscious of saving money for their future.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
saki
2026-03-31
The sound quality is better than other teachers. Their voices are easier to hear. There's less background noise. The tempo is good.
saki
2026-03-31
Saki is constantly experimenting to find ways to improve. If you have any suggestions, please let me know.
Gaku
2026-03-30
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, based on the material 'Income Gaps Put Pressure on Long-Term Friendships' that you kindly selected for me on 29 March 2026.
As I mentioned in the lesson, I’ve been regularly meeting up for drinks with my old friends ever since our university days.
We usually split the bill because our salaries and social statuses are similar to each other, so it doesn't cause any friction.
However, I recommend paying equally, because if you pay more for them, your generosity might not be appreciated if they are broke.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
saki
2026-03-30
Thank you as always. I've instructed Saki to speak rather than type.
yuki
2026-03-29
Yuki tends to speak Japanese without thinking too much, just winging it.
saki
2026-03-29
Saki is equally shy when speaking Japanese. Even her Japanese teachers have a hard time with her.
saki
2026-03-29
Sarah helps me, a shy person, to speak up.
Gaku
2026-03-24
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, based on the material 'One in Three Afraid to Travel Solo, Survey Finds' that you kindly selected for me on 22 March 2026.
The term 'Window Workers' is commonly used in Japan to describe older, incompetent employees without any managerial title.
Recently, the use of this term has been declining because it is derogatory and may lead to bullying in the office.
Meanwhile, it is hard to reduce their salaries due to the seniority system, which is a conventional practice in traditional Japanese companies.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
Gaku
2026-03-17
Thank you so much, Sarah.
It was an enjoyable and insightful class as always, based on the material 'Young Americans Question Value of College Degrees' that you kindly selected for me on 15 March 2026.
The value of obtaining a college degree remains high in contemporary Japanese society, even though its influence is diminishing in the US.
Conversely, certain private universities fail to maintain sufficient academic standards for their students.
Consequently, many people question the true value of attending such institutions.
For that reason, not just having a university degree, but which university grants it, is crucial within contemporary Japanese society.
Anyway, I'm looking forward to taking your next class.
yuki
2026-03-14
The lessons always have a good pace. There's little distraction, and the teacher doesn't teach half-heartedly.
