General

Kanto Bus Threatens to Strike! Isn't It Time to Strike Against Your Tutoring "Paperwork" Too?

Kanto Bus's 24-hour strike threat made headlines. Drivers spoke up against low wages and long hours. But wait—as an independent tutor, haven't you ever looked at your end-of-month paperwork and thought, "I can't take this anymore"?

2026-03-27
Development

[Part 2] A Development Environment for Non-Coders — Node.js & npm Basics: Nothing Works Without These

Claude Code and Wrangler won't run? That might be because you don't have Node.js installed. Here's a guide to the essential "foundation" every beginner needs to set up first.

2026-03-27
Efficiency Tips

Free Welcome Letter Template for Tutors | Make a Great First Impression on New Students

You've landed a new contract! But doing nothing until the first lesson is a missed opportunity. Take the first step toward making parents think "I'm so glad we chose this tutor" with a welcome letter.

2026-03-26
Product

12 Essential Document Templates for Tutors — All-in-One Pack [Free Download] | From Contracts to Invoices, Fully Covered

Contracts, invoices, receipts, lesson reports, quotes, NDAs… 12 essential documents for independent tutors, all in one free pack. Edit in your browser → print → save as PDF.

2026-03-26
Efficiency Tips

Free Schedule Management Template for Tutors | Track Multiple Students at a Glance

Still managing five students' schedules in your head? See every student's appointments at a glance with a single management sheet. Free template available now.

2026-03-26
Efficiency Tips

Free Receipt Template for Tutors | Create Tuition Receipts Instantly in Your Browser

Ever been caught off guard when a parent asks, "Can I get a receipt?" Just open it in your browser, fill it in, and you're done. Print or save as PDF with one click. A free receipt template for tutors.

2026-03-26
Efficiency Tips

Tax Filing for Private Tutors on Direct Contracts | Tax Basics and Expense Deductions You Can't Afford to Miss

Do you need to file taxes as a privately contracted tutor? The answer: yes, if your annual income exceeds ¥480,000. Transportation and teaching materials can be deducted as expenses. Here's what you need to know about taxes.

2026-03-26
Comparison

Pros and Cons of Private Tutoring Contracts | A Thorough Comparison with Tutoring Agencies

Going independent increases your take-home pay, but also your administrative workload. An honest look at the pros and cons of private contracts compared to tutoring agencies—plus solutions for the downsides.

2026-03-26
Efficiency Tips

Private Tutoring Rate Guide | Hourly Rate Standards by Grade Level and How to Set Fair Prices

What's the right hourly rate for a private tutor? A working tutor's guide to standard rates by grade level and tips for setting prices that are neither too low nor too high.

2026-03-26
Efficiency Tips

How to Write a Contract for Private Tutoring | 7 Essential Items & Free Template

Is it really okay to work as a private tutor without a contract? The answer is NO. Verbal agreements inevitably lead to disputes. Protect yourself starting today with these 7 essential items and a free template.

2026-03-26
Efficiency Tips

Cherry Blossoms Are in Full Bloom, but Parent Messages Won't Wait | How to Automate Communication for Private Tutors

Tokyo's cherry blossoms are in full bloom. But your phone is filling up with LINE messages asking, "How did this month's lessons go?" Before the new semester starts, why not automate your parent communications?

2026-03-26
Efficiency Tips

Free Payment Agreement Template for Tutors | Prevent Unpaid Fees & Installment Disputes

"I'll pay it all together next month"—stop this kind of trouble before it starts with a payment agreement. An essential document for private tutors, available as a free template.

2026-03-26