Reviews of professor Masaru Mito

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I took Mito sensei during the first semester of the pandemic (Spring 2020) which was difficult, but he made it easier to cope with. Sensei is also very easy to reach outside of class via email or office hours, and he's kind. He can be a nitpick (with handwriting mostly), so be aware of that, but he's always happy to help, so don't hesitate to ask!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 4.0/5
I love Mito-sensei! He's really supportive and patient, along with being very thorough in his lectures. I've learned a lot more from him in this semester than any other Japanese classes I've taken before. Just be sure to do the homework (easy, doesn't take much time to do so) and participate in class. It's a little difficult, but it really helps.

Rating: 4.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
Mito Sensei is amazing! He is strict where it matters (tests) and lenient with what doesnt (ex homework). Lots of speaking to help you learn the grammar and vocabulary. He is very nice, especially when grading. Super caring! I highly recommend him!

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 2.0/5
He is probably the most patient person you will ever meet. He is very helpful when you're struggling with concepts, grammar, spelling, et cetera and was extremely understanding when I missed a couple classes due to sickness. He constantly makes class enjoyable and you never leave his class feeling heavy or discouraged. High key would recommend.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I love Mito-sensei! I haven't taken a Japanese class in a while so my skills weren't too good but he helped me out a lot! I met with him every week to practice my Japanese. He's also a lenient grader, he doesn't deduct too much for getting a small thing wrong. However, be prepared to be called on during class to give examples and read the slides.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 3.0/5
I loved taking Mito sensei's class. He had presentations made for every day of class and made it easy to take notes. I did spend about 30 mins-1 hour on homework every day but that is expected! Heavy on class participation, but I realized it helped me to understand material. Oral tests were hard but he is understanding :) I wish he taught 102 T_T

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 1.0/5
Easily the best Japanese language professor I've ever had. Mito sensei is super caring and wishes for all of his students to succeed. He makes himself easily accessible and his material for the class is scaffolded so nothing is ever too hard or overwhelming. He's good at assessing his students and adjusts to their level and needed pace. 10/10.

Rating: 5.0/5, difficulty: 1.0/5
One of the best professors I've had. Super nice, lenient, and caring. He truly tries to relate with his students and offers help all the time, either in class or out. Despite being new, I highly recommend you take him whenever you can.