6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
2,700 of the 6,091 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for beginners. Their median price is $30 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
2,051 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Practical skills improved through real business Japanese lessons! Besides, I can offer lessons where you can also learn about Japanese culture in a fun way!
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Learn Hiragana the fun way—with sushi, onigiri, and more!
NativeAmazingTalker · Malaysia
The fastest 🗣️N2 in 3Mo🎯
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🍃 Let's learn real Japanese to express yourself! 🍃 自分で考えて、自分の言葉で話せるようにサポートします！
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Teacher with 4 Years of Experience| Speaking+Writing | Practical Japanese for Real Life
NativeCafetalk · Japan
☆Let's study about reading Kanji ,grammar ,comprehension☆
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Speaking/Kids/JLPT/business
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I provide structured lessons! Speaking, biz, JLPT and Genki textbook. 16yrs biz, 6yrs teaching exp.
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🎯 Absolute Beginner Specialist | 1,100+ Lessons Taught
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's talk with professional Japanese teacher！
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kid’s／Conversation／Basic
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Turn Your Japanese into Real Conversation | Relaxed & Practical Lessons
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🇬🇧 English support available 🇺🇸| Learn to speak natural Japanese from beginner level 🗣️ Fun, clear, and practical lessons with a full-time Japanese teacher 🇯🇵…
Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Just 20 minutes! Relax, chat and practise real Japanese with me.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Speaks English&Chinese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Registered Japanese Language Teacher with 38 years' business experience.
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
【Feel your progress in 3 months!】 【Mistakes are chances to improve🌺】 Kind, patient support for your Japanese learning. Let’s speak fluent, natural Japanese tog…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This is a class for students just starting with their Japanese studies. Let's assess your level and improve your Japanese!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🌸Expert in JLPT N1-N5🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Absolute beginners? No worries! I'm here to help you 🥰
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Qualified Japanese tutor from Japan. Let’s build confidence in your Japanese with me!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Beginner|Oral
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ "Special Speaking Lesson" が好評です！話して終わりにしない日本語レッスン👄｜訂正・復習ノートで着実に上達✏️
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Preply Certified Tutor🏅English is OK! 🌸 I will support you kindly and let you learn at your own pace while having fun. 🥰 My lessons are conversation-centered a…
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,635 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| italki | 1,635 | $19 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,484 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 922 | $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 | 699 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 242 | 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 | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 27 | $52 | $43–$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.
Japan3,870 / 6,091
Taiwan153 / 6,091
China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
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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 30, 2026
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