kenjy
NativeCafetalk · Japan
多読、文法、日常会話などをいっしょに勉強しましょう。
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$16/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.46
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5,195 tutors · 12 platforms
Japanese tutors for beginners
1,919 of the 5,195 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for beginners. Their median price is $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $4.46. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$27/h
Median / hour
$17–$36
Typical range
$4.46
Trial lesson
1,919
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
96 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Yuki.Nagata
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This is suitable for a person who has never studied Japanese.
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$11/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.37
Ryo S
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s enjoy 50 minutes of Japanese conversation at your own pace!
- Native
- 15 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$11/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $2.55
Maika Sakurai
NativeCafetalk · Japan
文法を学習しましょう！
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Rie N.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
興味（きょうみ）のあることから日本語（にほんご）を学（まな）びましょう！ 日本の有名人（ゆうめいじん）、文化（ぶんか）、観光地 （かんこうち）、季節（きせつ）のことなど。
- Native
- 14 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
Yuko Fukushima
NativeCafetalk · Japan
もう一度、英語をやり直してみませんか? つまずいたところから、ゆっくり進めていきましょう!
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$5.10/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.91
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Leaf
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Enjoy the sounds and words of the Japanese language.
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Can take over a day
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$6.37/h
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Miou
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語（書く・話す・読む）を勉強しよう！
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
takemi
NativeCafetalk · Japan
もっともっと話したい方大募集！
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
Momiji
NativeCafetalk · Japan
書いて、送ろう！1000字まで。
- Native
- 2 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$5.10/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.91
Marling.YE
NativeCafetalk · Japan
にほんごのぶんしょうをチェックします！文法のまちがいなどのせつめいつき！ １5文まで。
- Native
- 26 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$9.56/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
Myuu
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's talk in Japanese! Practice your spoken Japanese, improve your fluency and enhance your vocabulary!
- Native
- 3 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Danny D.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
英語は英語らしく覚えよう♪
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
celine_ohana.yoga
NativeCafetalk · Japan
A class for everyone, fit to your needs whether you are a beginner or advanced. Let’s make your Japanese even better!
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- German +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Midori A
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s Chat in Japanese at your own pace!
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.46
Mimi.T
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Enjoy speaking Japanese in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere♪
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.91
Wakana. O
NativeCafetalk · Japan
ひらがなとカタカナを読めるようになろう
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
Taikou
NativeCafetalk · Japan
暮らしやすい生活のために、、、 For a commfortable life
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
fukiko
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s use the words that we learnt in a conversation. Speaking helps the words and phrases to stick, and will help you to improve.
- Native
- 3 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
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Mainha
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Learn Hiragana the fun way—with sushi, onigiri, and more!
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$14/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.37
Emigiri
NativeCafetalk · Japan
☆Let's study about reading Kanji ,grammar ,comprehension☆
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- French +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$15/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
Shingo.Nonomura
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's talk with professional Japanese teacher！
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$11/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
Muts Sensei
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Just 20 minutes! Relax, chat and practise real Japanese with me.
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$17/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
Takako IKEDA(maam Grace)
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This is a class for students just starting with their Japanese studies. Let's assess your level and improve your Japanese!
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$17/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.19
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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 |
| 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 | 784 | $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 | 40 | $34 | $27–$43 | 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, 4953 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $13 and $28, 2878 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2075 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 904 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 784 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 $43, 40 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
- Japan3,061 / 5,195
Taiwan150 / 5,195
China116 / 5,195
South Korea63 / 5,195
Hong Kong SAR China51 / 5,195
United States31 / 5,195
Philippines14 / 5,195
Spain12 / 5,195
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Among 1,919 Japanese tutors for beginners, the median price is $27 per hour; the middle half charge between $17 and $36.
We list 1,919 Japanese tutors for beginners on Tusclases / FindTutors, AmazingTalker, Preply, italki, and Cafetalk. Use the filters above to compare prices, trial lessons and reviews, then book on the platform you prefer.
Across 4,953 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $9.60 and $36 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $4.46. Trials are offered on AmazingTalker, Preply, italki, 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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