A-1 International English School is an online English conversation school based in Asahikawa, Hokkaido, Japan. Lessons are relaxed and friendly, focusing on building confidence through real conversation.

All lessons are taught by John, a native English speaker from Alaska, USA. Every class is personalized to your goals, level, and interests.

Lessons are 40 minutes — long enough for real progress, but short enough to stay focused and motivated.

All sessions are taught online via Zoom, with no long-term commitment required.

These lessons are ideal for adults with a basic understanding of English who want to improve speaking and listening skills. Perfect for professionals, travelers, students, and anyone who wants natural, confident communication.

I teach American English — including pronunciation, vocabulary, and natural expressions commonly used in the United States.

All lessons are taught online via Zoom. Each session is fully customized to your goals, interests, and English level.

• Fluency and pronunciation
• Real-life English expressions
• Confidence in everyday conversations
• Listening skills to understand native speakers

Yes! You can book as many lessons as you like, up to 30 days in advance to ensure you get your preferred times.

Creating an account makes scheduling easier and keeps everything organized. Benefits include:

• Faster booking — no need to retype information
• Easy schedule management — cancel/reschedule anytime
• Complete history — past lessons, packages, and receipts
• Secure checkout — save payment details
• Mobile-friendly — optional Acuity app

If you do not join your lesson within the first 10 minutes, it will be marked as missed and the payment will be forfeited. Payments confirm your time slot, and refunds/credits are not available for missed lessons.