What is BumbleB English?
BumbleB English is a premium, private language school in Yoga, Setagaya, Tokyo, specializing in personalized English education for children, returnees, and global professionals. We move beyond traditional textbooks to provide goal-oriented coaching that delivers elite academic results and real-world communication skills.
Learn about James - the teacher at BumbleB English
James is an MBA-educated professional with over 20 years of experience living and teaching in Japan. He brings a unique professional edge to BumbleB English, drawing from a diverse career to provide real-world context for his students.
Specializing in personalized instruction for children, returnees, and professionals, James has a proven track record of helping students achieve elite scores on tests such as the EIKEN, IELTS and TOEFL iBT, and gain admission to highly regarded junior high schools and leading universities.
His approach moves beyond traditional textbooks, utilizing his experience to create modern, effective learning paths. Above all, James is a dedicated mentor to his students, committed to empowering learners in Setagaya, Tokyo, and across the world with the communication skills needed to thrive internationally.
Learn more about James and BumbleB English on our About Us page:
Why Join BumbleB English?
- Learn with the same experienced native teacher
- Small classes with personal care
- Academic foundation — not just conversation
- Trusted by families for over 10 years
- High quality at a reasonable price
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How to Join BumbleB English
Step 1
View our Courses, Schedule and Pricing
Step 2
Book a Free Consultation
Step 3
Attend a Trial Lesson
Step 4
Complete Online Registration
Step 5
Make Initial Payment
Step 1: View Classes & Schedule
General English
Whether your child is just starting out or you are an adult looking to communicate with more confidence, our General English lessons build real, lasting skills across all four areas — speaking, listening, reading, and writing.Every lesson is personalized to your level, pace, and goals, with no cookie-cutter textbook approach. Small class sizes mean your child gets the individual attention they deserve. We have helped students located in France, the United States, Taiwan, Vietnam, Malaysia, and Thailand.
Academic English & Test Prep
From EIKEN Grade 5 to TOEFL iBT, we have guided students to results that change their futures — including IELTS 8.0, TOEFL iBT 108, and EIKEN Pre-1.Every student begins with a assessment, receives a personalized study plan, and practices with real past-exam materials and customized activities. Whether your child is aiming for a top private junior high school or you are targeting graduate school abroad, we have the experience and the track record to get you there.
Business English & MBA Prep
Taught by an MBA professional with over 20 years of experience in investments, consulting, and technology, our Business English lessons go far beyond vocabulary lists. We work on the English that matters in your career — presentations, emails, negotiations, and job interviews — using real scenarios drawn from your own industry.Past students have successfully changed careers, aced interviews at global firms, and been accepted to MBA programs at HEC Paris and IESE Business School in Spain.
Study Abroad Prep
Moving or studying abroad is one of the biggest transitions a student or family can make — and the right English preparation makes all the difference. We have helped students and families relocating to the United States, Canada, Switzerland, the Philippines, and beyond settle in quickly, integrate at school, and communicate with confidence from day one.Lessons cover everything from school interviews and academic writing to the everyday English of making friends, navigating a new city, and building a life in a new country.
Customized Programs
We design bespoke curricula for high-stakes goals that require more than a standard course. Our experience ranges from "last-minute" returnee exam prep and remote IELTS coaching to career-change strategy for executives. We also provide targeted pronunciation and terminology guidance for specialized fields like healthcare and telecommunications. Whatever your unique challenge, we build the specific roadmap to help you master it.
Pricing Summary
Consultation
- Online or Onsite
Trial Lesson
- Online or Onsite
Private Lessons
- Online or Onsite
- Tax included
Group Lessons
- Online or Onsite
- Tax included
View our pricing page for more details:
https://bumblebenglish.com/pricing/
Weekly Schedule
- We have some seats available in existing group lessons
- We can often open new slots for private Lessons or lessons for 2 or more students
See below for open time slots that fit your availability
Step 2: Book a Consultation with James
Steps 3, 4 and 5
Step 3: Attend a Trial Lesson
Join an existing group lesson, interact with other students and see James's teaching style.
Step 4: Complete Registration
If you would like to join, a link to the registration page will be sent. The whole process takes around 5 minutes and is done online.
Step 5: Make Initial Payment
After registration is completed, details on making intil payment and payment method will be sent.