Japanese Online Lessons Using Microsoft Teams

Enjoy JapaTalk's Japanese lessons smoothly using Microsoft Teams!
It's easy to get started.
※Teams has been used for lessons since April 10, 2025.

1Install Microsoft Teams
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First, install Teams (free version is OK!) on your device!
After that, sign in with your Microsoft account.
※Sign in with your Skype ID if you want to use Skype contacts
2Book a Lesson and Message Your Teacher
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Click the "Send a message via Teams" link on the reservation completion screen (booking details screen) to send a message to your teacher via Teams.
Make sure to send it before the lesson when you have a new teacher!
Teams message sending link

Click 'Send a message via Teams' ➔ Click 'Open' in the popup ➔ Send message in Teams

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Hmm? Can't find your teacher...
If your teacher doesn't appear when you open the link, try signing out of Teams once, signing in again, and then try again!

Video: Booking from calendar

💡 Tips for Smoother Connections

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These settings will help you connect with teachers more easily!
  • Enter Your Teams Invitation Link in Your Profile
    Add your invitation link to your JapaTalk profile.
    After logging in to JapaTalk ➔ [Edit profile here]
  • Accept Chat Requests
    When you receive a Chat request from a new teacher on Teams, please "Accept" it.
    Teams chat request

    Figure: Chat request

  • Make Your Teams Display Name the Same as JapaTalk
    Set your display name the same so teachers can find you quickly.
    ⚙️ How to Change Teams Display Name

    Click on your icon in the upper right of the Teams screenClick the pencil icon that appears when you hover over your nameEdit display name

👍 You're all set! 🎉
Enjoy comfortable JapaTalk lessons with Teams!