Online shogi tutor

Adults curious about Japanese culture, chess players looking for a new challenge, parents of keen children, and improving players wanting coaching.

An hourly rate per lesson, or a block of lessons paid in advance. Small group classes can bring in more per hour. Students can be in the UK or abroad.

• Strong shogi knowledge and clear explanations
• Patience with beginners
• Comfortable teaching over video

• Demand for shogi is niche, so building a regular student list may take time
• If you teach under-18s, check safeguarding good practice, parental consent and whether you need any checks
• Check whether public liability or professional indemnity insurance suits your set-up
• Register as a sole trader with HMRC once you start earning, and keep records of income

Startup costs are estimated at typically around £50 to £400, depending on whether you need a webcam, a physical shogi set, teaching materials or a simple website. Many tutors may already own much of this.

Monthly revenue is estimated at typically around £150 to £1,200, depending on your rates, how many students you have and the hours you teach. The idea assumes at least about 4 hours a week. Demand is niche, so building a student list may take time.

If you teach under-18s, check safeguarding good practice, parental consent and whether you need any checks. Check whether public liability or professional indemnity insurance suits your set-up. Register as a sole trader with HMRC once you start earning, and keep records of income.