TORANOMON TEAM
CEO/Founder
Ryoko Marumo
As a returnee who lived in the U.S. since the age of 11, I know the benefits of experiencing education and culture in different countries. Through 12 years of experience teaching Japanese and English, I discovered a new way to teach language easily and accurately (the Toranomon Method), and Toranomon Language School uses it to accelerate communication skills and speed up the acquisition of Japanese through cultural understanding.
Academic Affairs Assistant
Yuri Kim
bio coming soon
Marketing Manager
Dara Robinson
Having lived in New Zealand, the USA, Australia, Belgium and Japan, I understand how cultural differences play a part in communicating in an international workplace. It’s just as important to learn about other cultures as it is to study the language, and TLS will teach you all of these aspects. Good luck with your studies!
Learning Development Consultant
Jessaree Ramos
Learning is never-ending, as it is my passion to share that empowerment. I always encourage students’ creativity and higher-order thinking to develop professional skills by providing work-based learning and offering quality education. I’ve been in the field of teaching and training for more than five years. Part of my experience is working with large companies in the market across the globe, including the big 4 accounting firms, railways, real estate, engineering, trading companies, and so on. I have been training Japanese employees in all kinds of soft skills, such as project management, negotiation, being diplomatic at work, building teams, etc. You can always count on me as I have also worked in the Japanese market and can give you a lot of teaching and training that fits your needs and industry.
Always believe in yourself. See you in my class!
Technical Specialist
Ngoc Nguyen
Bio coming soon
Client Coordinator
I became a Japanese language teacher to share the beautiful Japanese language and culture with everyone.
I studied abroad during college and studied comparative culture. After that, I worked for a primary international company in finance. I would be happy if this experience and my experience as a Japanese language teacher can be of help to you.
I look forward to meeting you all and having fun learning Japanese!
Learning Management Assistant/Marketing
Miina Kataoka
Bio coming soon
Marketing Assistant
As a marketing assistant from San Francisco, California, with over two years in Japan, I bring a global perspective to my work. Currently a senior undergrad studying international affairs and political science, I’m passionate about creative work and social media, which drives my enthusiasm for marketing. I love combining strategic insights with creativity to make meaningful connections and impactful content.
our teachers
Japanese program
As a returnee who lived in the U.S. since the age of 11, I know the benefits of experiencing education and culture in different countries. Through 12 years of experience teaching Japanese and English, I discovered a new way to teach language easily and accurately (the Toranomon Method), and Toranomon Language School uses it to accelerate communication skills and speed up the acquisition of Japanese through cultural understanding.
After working as a high school teacher and cram school teacher, I have been involved in Japanese language education for a long time. Recently, I have been teaching advanced speakers, which makes me think again about what kind of language can reach the heart. To learn a language and culture is to rediscover your own culture and find yourself anew. Through encounters with people from various countries and backgrounds, we have been able to improve each other. With this pride, we will work to bring out the hidden power of each individual.
After graduating from Sophia University, I worked for a major non-life insurance company Tokio Marine & Nichido Fire Insurance Co. I have over 10 years of experience as a Japanese language instructor at a Japanese language school. I give lessons so that my students can improve their Japanese language skills through natural conversation. Let’s learn Japanese while having fun.
I became a Japanese language teacher to share the beautiful Japanese language and culture with everyone.
I studied abroad during college and studied comparative culture. After that, I worked for a primary international company in finance. I would be happy if this experience and my experience as a Japanese language teacher can be of help to you.
I look forward to meeting you all and having fun learning Japanese!
I have been involved in Japanese language education since 1993. I have taught foreign students at Japanese language schools, vocational schools, and universities; businesspeople at foreign-affiliated companies; and individual foreigners, using teaching materials tailored to their needs.
In April 2011, I was appointed as the head of the Business Japanese Course at The Naganuma School – Tokyo School of Japanese Language, a position I held until September 2020.
Based on my experience and knowledge through teaching, I have co-authored seven books, including a collection of questions for the Japanese Language Proficiency Test and a textbook on business Japanese.
Although I have retired from active teaching, I would be happy to continue helping the Japanese language education community in any way I can.
Bio coming soon.
I have been a Japanese language instructor for more than 6 years. I have taught business Japanese, essay writing, test preparation (including JLPT, EJU) at vocational colleges, private lessons for business persons, and private Japanese tutoring for junior high school students.
After working at both Japanese and British major financial institutions in Foreign Exchange Division for 8 years, I had opportunities to stay in the US and Singapore for over 5 years. Through these experiences, I came to think I would like to support diverse Japanese-language learners with different backgrounds. I’m aiming to provide lessons tailored to the individual goals.
I am looking forward to seeing you.
I hope I would like to be “an entertainer” who tells you how interesting Japanese is.In my class, I will teach you not only Japanese language, but also the culture, history, and customs.I would also like to create the environment where the more we learn together, the more you feel like to know.I’m looking forward to meeting you.
“Excuse me, can I go to the toilet for a minute?” or “Oh, did you drop this handkerchief?” Can you say these words in a flash?
It’s frustrating when you know the words and can read them, but they don’t come out.
I have been teaching Japanese at all levels from beginner (N5) to advanced (N1) at a Japanese language school for 12 years.
Regardless of your level, the first step is to imitate. Imitate a lot, practise a lot and use a lot.
We will do our best to support you so that you can steadily accumulate as many happy moments as possible, such as “I can hear, understand and speak Japanese”. Let’s work hard together!
Bio coming soon.
Hello! My name is Miyu, and I’m a Japanese language instructor. I have extensive experience teaching Japanese to a wide range of learners, from business professionals to children at all levels. I specialize in tailoring my teaching style to meet the individual needs of each student. What kind of future do you envision for yourself using Japanese? Let’s work together to make your goals a reality! I look forward to meeting you in class.
English program
Hello! I’m Tiffany, an enthusiastic kids’ English teacher with five years of experience. I’m also adept at teaching math and other subjects. Currently, I am a graduate student at Northeastern University studying global studies and international relations. I specialize in preparing students from primary school to middle school age for tests, making learning engaging and effective through creative games and activities. Whether it’s mastering English or tackling tricky math problems, I’m here to support students every step of the way. Let’s start an exciting adventure of learning together!
I have been involved in education for over 5 years, primarily teaching various subjects to Japanese children. Being bilingual myself, I have long been interested in language education, and I find great joy in being a part of students’ language learning process. I look forward to meeting you all.
I am originally from London in the United Kingdom and I am a graduate of the prestigious University of London. I have been teaching in Japan for 12 years and have ample experience teaching both corporate and general English. I have developed training programs for Japanese government officies and major companies with a focus on British style business English.
I look forward to meeting you all and helping you gain more confidence while working in a foreign language!
Hi! I’m Jia, and I am passionate about providing a fun and collaborative learning environment where students feel comfortable exploring the language.
I moved to Japan to further my studies back in 2019 and am currently studying for a MA in Economics at Keio University.
My passion for communication stems from growing up in a multilingual environment in Malaysia, and my own experiences learning Japanese and Spanish as an adult.
Having been a figure skating coach and language tutor, I’ve honed my skills in communication and fostering a positive learning experience for students of all ages and backgrounds.
My studies in economics and professional accountancy also provide me with a strong understanding of business English structures and jargon.
Looking forward to seeing you in class soon!
bio coming soon…
I’m Thaylia Hogan from Cape town South Africa. I graduated from the University of the Western Cape, where I completed an undergraduate degree in Language and Communications Studies. I also obtained my TEFL certificate in 2017. I have been teaching English for the past 6 years. My work experience includes online English teaching. Working as an ALT in Beijing China for 3 years where I taught grades 3 to 6 at a public school. I worked in Sejong city South Korea teaching kindergarten and elementary students for one year.Additionally I spent one year in Cheonan South Korea teaching middle and high school students at a private school academy. My hobbies include watching movies, visiting cafes and I recently picked up crocheting. I have good organizational and communication skills, and a positive attitude. My teaching method is all about having fun whilst learning. I look forward to meeting you and helping you achieve your English learning goals.
Hello! My name is Miina, and I’m excited to be part of your English learning journey.
I was born and raised in Tokyo. I spent my high school and college years in Vancouver, Canada. I graduated from the University of British Columbia with a major in Asian Studies and a minor in International Relations.
During my time in Canada, I gained valuable experience working in the education industry, where I supported study abroad programs from Japan for two years. I was also blessed with experience working as an English teacher, helping students from diverse backgrounds improve their English skills.
From my working experience and my own personal journey of learning English, I understand the difficulties students may face. My goal is to make learning English an enjoyable and rewarding experience for you.
Let’s learn English and achieve your goals together!
Our mission
Our mission here at Toranomon Language School is to provide more than just language. Language opens up many channels in life – new friends, new hobbies, new job opportunities. We know that motivation breeds success, so we help our students achieve their goals and explore new life paths through the language skills they acquire here.
We want our students to walk out the door after every lesson and be able to use what they learned in a practical context. We aim for our students to converse in their second language as they would in their mother tongue: using natural and colloquial speech. Our goal is for every student to not just achieve their goals, but surpass them. We also strive for all of our clients to be capable of utilizing their language skills to communicate with a global workforce with ease. We accomplish this by instilling practical skills, such as understanding idioms, making compelling presentations, and structuring proper emails.
How do we teach all this? We know that language learning is not just about memorizing vocabulary but also about becoming familiar with the cultural background behind the language. At TLS, we ensure that your learning experience goes beyond the textbook in a fun, engaging, and real-world applicable way.
