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.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Human Academy | Conversation
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Qualified Japanese Teacher in Canada | Fun & Effective Lessons for All Levels
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
★Master’s degree in Education★Former Elementary School Teacher★National qualification★ From children to advanced learners! and fully supportive of first-time J…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Honorific expression ｜Talking
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I would be happy if you like Japan and Japanese more : )
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginners are very welcome☺️ From beginner to everyday conversation, I’ll support you every step of the way! Make your dreams come true with Japanese!
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Oral
Nativeitalki · Japan
Zero to Fluent: Logical Grammar, Zen Culture & Business | JLPT N5-N2 [English/Arabic/Turkish]
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
nice japanese mom
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
👨👩👧👦All ages🏅TOEIC IELTS
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese teacher|Complete beginners welcome! | 日系企業で働いています👩🏻💻ビジネス日本語可能
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
No worries, even if you're a total beginner 🔰! English support available too 👍 Let’s level up your Japanese together—step by step, at your pace, and with lots…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
English OK| Conversation Coach
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Flexible, beginner-friendly Japanese lessons with manga, and global perspective.
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Feel comfortable speaking Japanese—and fall in love with learning it! 😊🌱No Japanese? No problem! Complete beginners are always welcome. 💛t. 🇯🇵🏅 Certified Prepl…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🌸English ok 🌳JLPTN1~N5🔥ChildOK
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
GENKI／Travel Japanese／Japanese Study Coaching (Build a Daily Study Habit)✏️
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
🌸 Licensed Japanese Teacher (Japan & U.S.) | 8+ Years Experience | Beginners to JLPT N2 | Fun & Motivating Lessons
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
7 years teaching experience
Teaches A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Textbooks📚️ alone may not be enough.Knowing and using Japanese are different. Feel the difference✨️
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Certified instructor with 3 years of volunteer experience
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversational Pro
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Expert Japanese Teaching: Custom Videos + 25 Years’ Experience 專業日語教學：獨特影片教材 + 25年教學經驗
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
✨Go beyond textbooks and speak real Japanese.✨ Perfect for Beginners😊
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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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Updated September 30, 2026
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