Is there a fee to join?

$15/month after a 30-day free trial. You can cancel anytime — no commitment, no pressure. If pricing ever changes, I'll always let you know first.

Do I need to be fluent?

Not at all. You don't need to be good at Japanese to join — you just need to want to try. The group is small, so you'll feel supported, not judged.

Is attendance mandatory?

It's not required. But since we're a small group, showing up regularly makes a real difference — for you and for everyone. Just let me know if you can't make it.

Can non-native English speakers join as the "international" side?

Absolutely. We welcome people from every country. You don't need to be a native English speaker — if you want to connect and learn, you belong here.

my ibasho — Find your place to belong

Sound familiar?

😔 You want to speak Japanese, but you don't have a place to practice. 😔 You study, but nothing sticks — you keep starting over.

😔 When it's time to speak, your mind goes blank. 😔 The words don't come out — you fall back on a translation app.

It's not because you're not trying— 👉 it's because you haven't found the right place to practice.

A person struggling to find words while trying to speak

Our Story

I know what it feels like.

On the last day of elementary school, my life changed.

My father told me "we are moving to America." I was 13 years old and I didn't speak any English. Keeping up with classes while learning a completely new language was incredibly hard.

But that wasn't the hardest part. The hardest part was that I had no one to talk to.

Years later, I became a language teacher teaching both Japanese and English. And I realized something: learning a language shouldn't feel lonely. It should be something shared with others.

This is where my ibasho 🌱 began.

A place where language learners from around the world can connect, support each other, and stay motivated through real conversations.

I hope this becomes your ibasho— a place where you truly belong😊

What is my ibasho

A community for people who want to
actually speak — not just study.

my ibasho🌱 is a practice-based online community where people with shared dreams find each other😊✨ A place where people who dream of life in Japan, and those who dream of exploring the world meet, connect, and support each other through language.

Here, we value something different:

👉 The courage to try
👉 The freedom to make mistakes
👉 Feeling safe, welcome, and supported
👉 The joy of connecting with people who share the same interests and dreams

my ibasho is more than just a community. It's a warm place where you can belong— and take one step closer to your dreams. 🌍✨

👉 What You'll Experience
Inside my ibasho 🌱

💬 Community on Discord

More than just a chat. Share your dreams, your struggles, and the little things you love. Find your people—your ibasho. 🌱

24/7 ACCESS

🌍 Monthly Global Event

Once a month, we bring everyone together. Half Japanese speakers, half learners. Connect, talk, and experience real conversations— online or in-person events in Japan. Free for all members.

1× / MONTH · FREE

🗣 30/30 Speaking Sessions

Twice a month on Discord. 30 minutes in Japanese. 30 minutes in English. Practice with native speakers, follow guided topics or just talk freely— and feel confident speaking.

2× / MONTH

🌱 Create your own "my ibasho map"

Share your favorite places—from hidden spots in your country to gems in Japan. Together, we create a one-of-a-kind map of memories and dreams.

MEMBER PERK

All included · $15 / month · Cancel anytime

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Member Voice

What people
are saying.

★★★★★

“My Ibasho offers the great opportunity to already speak and practice with native speakers while being abroad. It is also a great place for having authentic conversations and cultural exchange to plan and prepare for the next trip.”

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David

Europe / Learning Japanese

★★★★★

“I love my ibasho! You're doing great Miyuki saaaann! It's authentic and slowly opening up to be a safe haven for those interested in building an integrated community! This community has a looot of potential. I'm excited!”

J

Jevaughn

International / Learning Japanese

★★★★★

“This is a great community to connect with native speakers of Japanese, English, and other languages from around the world. You can join events or chat anytime, which makes it easy to stay connected. I'm excited to meet everyone at future offline events!”

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Aika

JP / Multilingual

★★★★★

“I'm really enjoying everything at my ibasho community! Everyone is so kind, friendly, and warm. I love my ibasho! Let's enjoy it together!”

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Miwa

JP / Learning English

★★★★★

“It's really fun because you can connect with people living in different countries and chat casually with them! I highly recommend it for anyone who wants more opportunities to practice speaking English and Japanese! ✨”

M

Miku

JP / Bilingual

How It Works

4 steps to join.

1

Fill out the form

Your name, your language, and why you want to learn.

2

Get your Discord invite

I'll message you personally.

3

Join the Zoom and Discord calls

Monthly event, relaxed small group.

4

Connect and grow together

Regular practice, real progress.

Membership

Simple membership.

✦ 30-Day Free Trial

$15/mo

Your first 30 days are completely free

🌱 2 x monthly speaking sessions (JP & EN)
🌱 Access to supportive Discord community
🌱 Monthly international Zoom events

Start your 30-day free trial →

Cancel anytime. No long-term commitment.

FAQ

Questions you
might have.

Find your place
in the world.

A place to speak.

A place to connect.

A place where you belong.

Find your ibasho 🌱

I know what it feels like.

A community for people who want to
actually speak — not just study.