Improve Your English with an Expert Online Tutor
Meet Your Teacher
Hello, I'm John, a native American English teacher based in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, with over 6 years of international teaching experience. I’ve helped students from around the world build confidence, improve their communication skills, and achieve their English goals through personalized online conversation lessons.
My teaching focuses on clear, practical communication and real-life situations. Every lesson is tailored to your individual needs, learning style, and objectives in a supportive, encouraging environment.
I can help you:
Increase your IELTS band score, especially in Speaking and Writing
Build clear, confident, and natural American English conversation skills
Improve fluency and pronunciation for everyday and real-life situations
Receive structured, personalized lessons designed around your specific goals
I specialize in American English conversation training and IELTS preparation, helping learners develop natural spoken English and unlock better academic and communication opportunities.
What My Students Say
""He's a very good teacher. I always take conversation classes with him, and we always talk about many subjects that are interesting and relevant in today's society. He knows a lot about culture, so you'll never be bored during class. Lastly, he has very good taste in music. If you ask him, he'll recommend the best songs ."
Sophia Kanashiro
Brazil
"An exceptional teacher, demonstrating remarkable patience and the ability to guide students towards achieving the progress they aspire to."
朱李忠
China
“John’s lessons are relaxed and fun — I’ve learned so much.”
Yoon
South Korea
Cost of Lessons
English Language Tutoring: Services & Rates
Instructor: John Haines
July 2026
Standard Tuition Rates
These rates apply to General English, Conversation Practice, and Grammar & Vocabulary lessons.
Japanese Yen amounts are approximate and based on an exchange rate of US$1 ≈ ¥160.
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Duration: 60 minutes
Rate (per Hour): US $28.00
(¥4,480)Total Price
US $28.00
(¥4,480) -
Duration: 5 × 60 minutes
Rate (per Hour): US$25.00
(≈¥4,000)Total Price
US$125.00
(¥20,000) -
Duration: 5 × 60 minutes
Rate (per Hour): US$25.00
(≈¥4,000)Total Price
US$125.00
(¥20,000)
Student Terms & Policies
To ensure a smooth and professional learning experience for everyone, please read the following terms carefully.
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All payments are processed securely via PayPal. For lesson bundles, full payment is required before the first scheduled lesson.
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I require at least 24 hours' notice for any cancellations or rescheduling. Lessons cancelled with less than 24 hours' notice will be charged at the full lesson rate.
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All lesson bundles must be used within 3 months from the date of purchase.
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Lessons are conducted via Zoom or Google Meet. Please ensure you have a stable internet connection and a quiet environment for our sessions.
Ready to Get Started?
Book your Free Introductory Trial Lesson today!
I'm looking forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your English goals.
Book Your Free First Lesson
If you're looking for a professional and highly experienced online English teacher, I'd love to invite you to a free first lesson.
During this initial session, we'll get to know each other, discuss your goals and reasons for learning English, and assess your current level so I can create the best learning plan for you.
To book your lesson, simply send me a message with your preferred date and time. I'll reply as soon as possible to confirm your lesson.
If you have any questions before booking, feel free to message me anytime—I'm happy to help!