Who are the Learning Advisors?
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 living in Japan for about 10 years. I lived in Kumamoto for 3 years and Tokyo for 7. I love traveling, watching movies, and meeting new people. I hope to see you soon.
Dr. 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 Noguchi
Hi! I was born and grew up in Japan. I studied at a college and a graduate school in the States for about two years in total. When learning languages, I always keep in mind these two encouraging phrases given by my teachers: "Mistakes are great!!"and "Difficult but possible." Let's enjoy learning languages together and make friends around the world!
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!
Satoko Kato
I grew up in Germany, Switzerland, France, and recently came back from New York. I have worked as an interpreter and English lecturer in Japan. I am excited about seeing you soon!
Tanya McCarthy
Hiya! I'm from the warm island of Jamaica and I have been living in Japan for 7 fantastic years. If you want to practice speaking in English, I'll be in the SALC waiting for you. Just say "Hi, Tanya!"
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.