Akiyuki Sakai
Howdy! I’m Akiyuki and I’m originally from Chiba. I’ve lived in the United States and Australia for over 10 years in total. I like fishing, playing billiards, and making music. I want to help you improve your pronunciation and think critically. I’m looking forward to talking with you all.
Atsumi Yamaguchi
Hi! I am from Hokkaido, but I have also lived in Canada, Australia, and Hawaii. In my free time, I like dancing, playing tennis, and volleyball. Let’s share our language learning experiences and discuss how to become successful English learners!
Bob Morrison
I’m from the United Kingdom but I have lived and worked in lots of places. In my free time I like to get out into the countryside; in the summer I enjoy cycling and in the winter I love snowboarding. I also like chatting with people and I’m looking forward to chatting with you.
Diego Navarro
Hi, my name is Diego. I am originally from Peru but grew up in Canada. I have been livingin Japan for about 10 years. I lived in Kumamoto for 3 years and Tokyo for 8. I love traveling, watching movies, and meeting new people. I hope to see you soon.
Elizabeth Lammons
Hi, I’m Elizabeth and I’m from the United States. I have taught English in the States and in Korea. I love reading, trying new foods, and anything art and design related. I am excited about talking with you about how you can improve your language skills.
Jo Mynard (SALC Director, ELI Assistant Director)
I’m from Cardiff in Wales, but I have lived in many different countries. In my free time I like hiking in the mountains of Japan. I’m looking forward to talking to you!
Junko Baierschmidt
Hi, my name is Junko Baierschmidt. I’ve studied in the States for about 2 years in total. My hobbies are learning English, reading, listening to music, and experimental cooking. I love learning English especially by listening to music or stories or watching movies and my specialty is pronunciation. Come talk to me any time. Let’s find the best ways for you to improve your English together!
Katherine Thornton
Hi! I’m Katherine from Leeds in the North of England. I’ve lived in Japan since 2001 and love learning languages, so I hope I can help you find your best way of learning. I like traveling around Japan and abroad, going to music festivals and concerts, hiking and I also do aikido (but not very well!). Come and chat with me anytime!
Keiko Takahashi
Hi, everyone! My name is Keiko and I am a graduate of KUIS! After completing an M.A. program in California, I went to Taiwan to work as a Japanese language instructor. I would love to share my living abroad experiences with you! Let’s get started on a journey of self-access language learning!
Yuki Hasegawa
I’ve lived in the states for nearly six years. Come and see me, and let me help you find fun ways to learn English! I’m looking forward to talking with you all.
