Machi
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (17)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
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5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
Japanese tutors for beginners
2,218 of the 5,560 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for beginners. Their median price is $29 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$29/h
Median / hour
$17–$37
Typical range
$5.00
Trial lesson
2,218
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
637 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Sam
Nativeitalki · Japan
🔰 Beginner-Friendly + Fluent English Support! 🌸
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (16)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$11/h
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Go
Nativeitalki · Hong Kong SAR China
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (16)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Akane
Nativeitalki · Japan
スイス🇨🇭から こんにちは！Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence | English🇺🇸 🇩🇪Ok👍
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (16)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
上平祥世
Nativeitalki · Japan
Discover your Japanese voice through art, and real stories of Japan. All levels are welcome! 🌿
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (16)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$30/h
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Iyo
Nativeitalki · Japan
★ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS ALWAYS WELCOME!!★
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (16)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$30/h
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Fumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Sorry I’m not a ninja, haven't climbed up Mt Fuji, but am obsessed with anime, sushi & teaching にほんご
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (16)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$18/h
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Happy
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese fluently: Learn the right way from a teacher with a language background‼️
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (15)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
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Chie
Nativeitalki · Japan
Ex school teacher 🎌 Conversation practice at your pace🌿 General lesson Beginner welcome😊
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (15)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
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Kaori
Nativeitalki · Japan
🏅You can learn here with a qualified and experienced professional teacher!✅English is available
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (15)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$30/h
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Ruko.M
Nativeitalki · Japan
初級から上級まであなたのニーズに合った楽しいレッスン！ Fun lessons tailored to your needs, from beginner to advanced levels!
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (15)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$36/h
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Mai
Nativeitalki · Japan
Boost your speaking skills with the latest topics from Japan!
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (15)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Aika
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Natural Japanese with a bilingual teacher🇺🇸|Beginner friendly&Travel Lessons|5+ yrs teaching
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (15)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$40/h
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Harutaka
Nativeitalki · Japan
⭐ Helping complete beginners speak Japanese with confidence
- Native
- 29 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (14)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$20/h
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Chihomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
English Support available :) Japanese for Beginners & Intermediate | Travel | JLPT | Conversation
- Native
- 49 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (14)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$27/h
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さくら
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional Japanese Teacher | 8+ yrs exp | Genki books, JLPT, Travel, Free Conversation | Eng ok!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (14)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Eishin
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'm native japanese but live in England so i can help you with English :)
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (14)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
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Kurumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
音楽のように日本語のリズムを教えることができるプロ講師
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Korean +1
- ★ 5.0 (14)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$17/h
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Nozomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ Beginners welcome ✨ Master the basics and start SPEAKING Japanese fluently 🇯🇵
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (14)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$22/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $12
よつば
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese for Adult Beginners | 800+ Lessons | Step-by-Step Grammar
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (14)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$20/h
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Tomo
Nativeitalki · Japan
📘 Genki I & II / 💬 Conversation Practice
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (14)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$35/h
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MIKI
Nativeitalki · Japan
JAPANESE Conversation--- for Beginner to intermediate
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (14)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$15/h
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Airi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Teacher | Beginners & Conversation Focus | Okinawa
- Native
- 36 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (13)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
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Niki
Nativeitalki · United Kingdom
Bilingual Japanese Teacher with a variety of lessons available to learners of many levels
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (13)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
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Japanese tutors by platform
Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while Tusclases / FindTutors offers the most choice (1,481 tutors). Number of tutors, median hourly price and trial policy on each marketplace.
| Platform | Tutors | Median / h | Middle 50% | Avg. rating | Trial lesson | Lesson length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,481 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| italki | 1,135 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 904 | $22 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 696 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 239 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 72 | $24 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$37 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 54 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 25 | $52 | $40–$70 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $30 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 7 | $56 | $44–$64 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5318 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3305 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2013 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 1135 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 904 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 695 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $27 and $41, 54 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $70, 25 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan3,395 / 5,560
Taiwan151 / 5,560
China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560- Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
Spain12 / 5,560
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Among 2,218 Japanese tutors for beginners, the median price is $29 per hour; the middle half charge between $17 and $37.
We list 2,218 Japanese tutors for beginners on Tusclases / FindTutors, italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, and Cafetalk. Use the filters above to compare prices, trial lessons and reviews, then book on the platform you prefer.
Across 5,318 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $36 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.00. Trials are offered on italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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How we collect this data
We collect public profile facts (name, photo, languages, price, rating) from tutoring marketplaces and refresh them daily. Prices are normalised to a 60-minute lesson in US dollars. Ratings and reviews belong to each marketplace. Subscription platforms have no per-tutor price.
Updated September 29, 2026
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