An English conversation lesson where you can learn about world news while freely expressing your own opinions.

An English conversation lesson where you can learn about world news while freely expressing your own opinions.

Start with a trial lesson
and discover the joy of expression.

Start with a trial lesson
and discover the joy of expression.

What is LUCEE?

An official certified English conversation school using CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS.

Lessons are based on real-world news and practical English used in everyday life.

An official certified English conversation school using CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS.

Lessons are based on real-world news and practical English used in everyday life.

An official certified English conversation school using CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS.

Lessons are based on real-world news and practical English used in everyday life.

  • In-person, small group English classes

  • Uses CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS as the main textbook

  • Learn through discussions about current world topics

  • Supported by Alisa, an experienced business English instructor

  • Plenty of speaking and output practice

  • Exposure to natural, real-life English accents

  • Includes workbook materials for review and practice

  • In-person, small group English classes

  • Uses CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS as the main textbook

  • Learn through discussions about current world topics

  • Supported by Alisa, an experienced business English instructor

  • Plenty of speaking and output practice

  • Exposure to natural, real-life English accents

  • Includes workbook materials for review and practice

Lesson Flow

Lesson Flow

LUCEE lessons include shadowing, themed discussions, news listening, and free talk sessions — all designed to give you plenty of opportunities to actively use English.

LUCEE lessons include shadowing, themed discussions, news listening, and free talk sessions — all designed to give you plenty of opportunities to actively use English.

LUCEE lessons include shadowing, themed discussions, news listening, and free talk sessions — all designed to give you plenty of opportunities to actively use English.

Warm Up

Discussion

Free Talk

Agree & Disagree

Warm Up

Discussion

Free Talk

Agree & Disagree

Warm-up

As a warm-up, we pick a topic with no single right answer each time. As we exchange opinions one after another, we’re often surprised by answers that come from directions we never would have thought of ourselves. Being able to hear other people’s opinions is also one of the best parts of LUCEE.

Warm-up

As a warm-up, we pick a topic with no single right answer each time. As we exchange opinions one after another, we’re often surprised by answers that come from directions we never would have thought of ourselves. Being able to hear other people’s opinions is also one of the best parts of LUCEE.

Theme discussion

When you’re ready to start speaking in English, open "CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS" and read the introductory article. (Example topic: "Study Shows Rising Obesity Rates: The world’s obese population surpasses 1 billion") After listening to the audio at normal speed and then at a slower speed, each person will, one by one, share their own opinions in response to three questions from teacher Alisa.

Theme discussion

When you’re ready to start speaking in English, open "CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS" and read the introductory article. (Example topic: "Study Shows Rising Obesity Rates: The world’s obese population surpasses 1 billion") After listening to the audio at normal speed and then at a slower speed, each person will, one by one, share their own opinions in response to three questions from teacher Alisa.

Break-time free talk

A free-talk break time. For example, topics like, “If you could bring back any fashion trend, what would it be?”

Break-time free talk

A free-talk break time. For example, topics like, “If you could bring back any fashion trend, what would it be?”

Agree or Disagree

In favor or against? We also set aside time to put your thoughts into words. There are always opportunities to ask yourself, "What do I think?", so you can train with focus.

Agree or Disagree

In favor or against? We also set aside time to put your thoughts into words. There are always opportunities to ask yourself, "What do I think?", so you can train with focus.

Meet the Teacher

Introduction

Introduction

アリサ

Alisa

Born and raised in Australia from the age of 9, Alisa graduated from the University of Melbourne and is bilingual in English and Japanese.

With TOEIC 990 and IELTS 8.5 qualifications, she has extensive experience teaching business English, exam preparation, and pronunciation training for Japanese singers.

Born and raised in Australia from the age of 9, Alisa graduated from the University of Melbourne and is bilingual in English and Japanese.

With TOEIC 990 and IELTS 8.5 qualifications, she has extensive experience teaching business English, exam preparation, and pronunciation training for Japanese singers.

Compare

How LUCEE Compares

How LUCEE Compares

How LUCEE Compares

We compared pricing and lesson styles with other English schools.
LUCEE is chosen for its balance of quality, value, and practical learning.

We compared pricing and lesson styles with other English schools.LUCEE is chosen for its balance of quality, value, and practical learning.

School A

School A

Large English School

(Nationwide Chain)

A major English school with 300+ locations nationwide.

Price per lesson

¥2,500〜

Monthly ¥10,000 (4 x 40 min)

*Enrollment & textbook fees may apply separately.

Affordable · Simple

Group lessons

Short 40-minute lessons

No discussion of current news topics

Teachers may change each lesson

LUCEE

LUCEE

LUCEE

@LUPO Shimokitazawa

Uses CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS materials · Small group classes

Price per lesson

¥3,750

Monthly ¥15,000 (4 x 60 min)

No enrollment or textbook fees.

High Quality

Small group classes focused on speaking

Full 60-minute lessons

Discuss real-world news with CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS

Consistent instructor support from Alisa

School B

School B

Large English School

(Premium Type)

A long-established international English school.

Price per lesson

¥8,800〜

Monthly ¥35,200~

Separate enrollment fee (~¥33,000) and textbook fees required.

Premium Pricing

Small group classes (max. 3 students)

Short 40-minute lessons

No discussion of current news topics

Teachers may change regularly

About CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS

About CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS

The textbook used in LUCEE lessons is CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS, published by Asahi Press.

Widely popular among English learners in Japan, it features real-world news and topics covering global politics, business, society, entertainment, and interviews.

Recommended especially for intermediate-level learners looking to improve practical English skills.

CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS ↗

The textbook used in LUCEE lessons is CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS, published by Asahi Press.

Widely popular among English learners in Japan, it features real-world news and topics covering global politics, business, society, entertainment, and interviews.

Recommended especially for intermediate-level learners looking to improve practical English skills.

CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS ↗

If you’re interested in LUCEE English classes,
feel free to join a trial lesson first.

If you’re interested in LUCEE English classes,
feel free to join a trial lesson first.

Lesson Details

Pricing

Class Cancellation Policy

Schedule: Every Tuesday · 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (60 min)

Classes are generally held 4 times per month.
In months with 5 Tuesdays, special events may be scheduled instead.

Please note that schedules may occasionally change.
Any changes will be announced in advance.

Required Material:
Latest issue of CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS

Location:
Coworking Space LUPO
3-27-4 Kitazawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
Tachibana Building 2F, 155-0031

Lesson Details

Pricing

Class Cancellation Policy

Schedule: Every Tuesday · 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM (60 min)

Classes are generally held 4 times per month.
In months with 5 Tuesdays, special events may be scheduled instead.

Please note that schedules may occasionally change.
Any changes will be announced in advance.

Required Material:
Latest issue of CNN ENGLISH EXPRESS

Location:
Coworking Space LUPO
3-27-4 Kitazawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
Tachibana Building 2F, 155-0031

Contact

Contact

Please feel free to contact us and come for a tour.
We will reply within 3 business days.

Contact

Contact

Please feel free to contact us and come for a tour.
We will reply within 3 business days.

Contact

Contact

Please feel free to contact us and come for a tour.
We will reply within 3 business days.

ACCESS

Keio Inokashira Line / Odakyu Line
4-minute walk from Shimokitazawa Station

Please take the stairs next to the LAWSON
on Shimokitazawa Ichibangai Street
to the 2nd floor.

3-27-4 Kitazawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
Tachibana Building 2F

© 2026 LUPO All Rights Reserved.

ACCESS

Keio Inokashira Line / Odakyu Line
4-minute walk from Shimokitazawa Station

Please take the stairs next to the LAWSON
on Shimokitazawa Ichibangai Street
to the 2nd floor.

3-27-4 Kitazawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
Tachibana Building 2F

© 2026 LUPO All Rights Reserved.

ACCESS

Keio Inokashira Line / Odakyu Line
4-minute walk from Shimokitazawa Station

Please take the stairs next to the LAWSON
on Shimokitazawa Ichibangai Street
to the 2nd floor.

3-27-4 Kitazawa, Setagaya-ku, Tokyo
Tachibana Building 2F

© 2026 LUPO All Rights Reserved.