6,424 tutors · 12 platforms
3,010 of the 6,424 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.
2,301 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Your Personal Mentor 🦝 – Helping you build lasting Japanese habits through fun conversations
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese from DAY 1! Practical Japanese in daily life & Travel Prep for Beginners🇯🇵
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
[1-Yr Coaching Exp・Your Japanese Coach] Never Boring! Learn Natural Japanese with English Support🙆
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Conversation | Speak Naturally & Have Fun! | Beginners Welcome ☃️🤍✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
☘️ Based in Ireland | Beginner Friendly | 🎓 20 Yrs High School Teacher & Examiner | 🗺️ENG Support
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Currently, I teach Japanese to beginner and intermediate teenage students at a school.
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn About Japan Through Fun Conversations‼️English OK🌸
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Build Your Japanese Confidence Through Conversation！
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese teacher since 2025 teaching from A1 to all level
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🐾 Learn JP with a Cat lover in FR! 🐈 Support in EN/FR 🇫🇷✨(Voov available)
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🇯🇵Native Japanese Tutor🇯🇵 with Banking & 🌍Global Business Experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Relaxed Japanese Practice for Beginners| Explore Japanese Culture Together!
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Passionate & Certified Japanese Teacher - Conversation and Grammer
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn with a Smile! Certified Teacher | English & Indonesian | Years of Experience, Endless Fun!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese from Scratch with a Native Teacher | Columbia University Graduate
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
わたしの授業では楽しく日本語を勉強できます！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher 🌸 Beginner-Friendly, Travel & Conversation | Former Flight Attendant ✈️
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's achieve your dreams and goals with Japanese♪ Friendly certified Japanese teachers♪♪
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
If you want to improve your Japanese and want detailed lesson notes, I am the best teacher for you!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌱初心者・旅行会話歓迎！資格あり講師と楽しく学ぶ日本語レッスン💛 子ども指導2年以上
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Real Japanese with Confidence｜Grammar → Conversation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let’s have fun communicating in Japanese!
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginner Specialist | Minna no Nihongo | Speak with Confidence
Teaches A1–B2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,968 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 | 1,968 | $20 | $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.
Japan4,166 / 6,424
Taiwan157 / 6,424
China141 / 6,424
South Korea71 / 6,424
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,424
United States37 / 6,424
Italy17 / 6,424
Philippines16 / 6,424SpeakDuo is launching 1:1 lessons with a small group of great teachers: fair pay, no race to the bottom on price, and students who already practise speaking every day. Leave your email and we'll be in touch.
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 October 1, 2026
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