5,206 tutors · 12 platforms
1,926 of the 5,206 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for beginners. Their median price is $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $4.46. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
458 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Relaxed & Friendly Japanese Lessons ✍️ Former Editor 🇯🇵 English OK
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
OMG！日本語がどんどん話せる✨初心者〜上級まで楽しく学習🌸文化も一緒に！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Tutor for Beginners ✈️ Ex-Flight Attendant & Career Advis｜夢中になる日本語レッスン
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Native Japanese Tutor / 海外在住２０年以上・英会講師
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🟡ビジネス日本語のプロフェッショナル🟡JLPT合格対策🟡大学のマナー講師🟡就職の面接対策🟡ラグジュアリーブランドで10年間サービストレーナー経験
Teaches A2–C2
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Nativeitalki · Australia
Qualified Japanese teacher with 5+ years of experience teaching Japanese!
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speech-Language Therapist & Japanese Teacher 🌸 Conversation・Pronunciation・Travel・Kids
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun Japanese lesson with former cabin crew✈️
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT N4–N2 | Grammar to Conversation | English Support
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語教師の2種の資格を持つネイティブ講師。JLPT指導コースも修了。日本語ビギナーからJLPT指導まで幅広く、あなたのスタイルに合わせて楽しく教えます。
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I’m a certified tutor with 5+ years experience and I teach 500+ hours on private classes
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Clear, Logical Coaching for Serious Adult Learners | Intermediate, Business & JLPT (N5–N1)
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with clarity, structure, and practical conversation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn beautiful Japanese from daily life, anime, and culture with Chihiro 🪷
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
国家資格あり講師🇯🇵｜オンラインレッスン経験1000回以上｜専用カリキュラム＆復習が楽になる４か国語同時翻訳付き語彙表をご用意📝✨日本語の世界を冒険しよう😻✈実用的な生きた日本語を学べます🗣️
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Native Japanese Teacher : 9+ Years of Teaching Experience
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · United States
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
10+ years of teaching experience – from beginner to advanced levels
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたの向上心と成長をサポートする講師
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly bilingual tutor with over 3 years of teaching experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Pakistan
資格を持った日本語教師です。目標を達成するために一緒に楽しく学びましょう。
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
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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 |
| 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 |
| italki | 794 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 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 | 41 | $34 | $27–$46 | 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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan3,071 / 5,206
Taiwan150 / 5,206
China116 / 5,206
South Korea63 / 5,206
Hong Kong SAR China51 / 5,206United States31 / 5,206
Philippines14 / 5,206
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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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