5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
2,218 of the 5,560 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for beginners. Their median price is $29 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
2,218 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
FindTutors
Friendly native Japanese tutor offering practical, enjoyable lessons for beginners and intermediate learners, tailored to you
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's try speaking Japanese with the words you already know with English!
AmazingTalker · South Korea
🏆 Top 0.1% Tutor · 12+ Yrs
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
From Kyoto to the world!🍵🌍 Beginner-friendly 🔰 / English OK / Start speaking real Japan✨
Teaches A1–C2
Preply · Croatia
Japanese language and culture in a casual way ✌
FindTutors
I help beginners and intermediate students learn Japanese with confidence.
Teaches A1–B2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
【カフェトーク大賞・ジョイフルレッスン受賞・グッドテキスト賞受賞】中学レベルの基本文型が即座に出てくるように徹底トレーニング！
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Children English (4-11)
Nativeitalki · Japan
私と「使える、話せる日本語」を勉強しよう！！まずは体験レッスンで会いましょう。
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🇯🇵 Tokyo native | 1,000+ lessons taught | Natural, standard Japanese | Specializing in building strong foundations from absolute beginner level to helping inte…
FindTutors
Beginners welcome: Japanese teacher providing lessons to all ages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s enjoy a relaxed 25-minute Japanese conversation! Beginners are welcome. No topic prepared? No problem—I’ll guide the conversation and support you in Engl…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner | Pronunciation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Fun conversations with experienced tutor!
FindTutors
I am patient, supportive, and approachable. My lessons are aimed at beginners and learners who want to build confidence in japanes
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
フリートークのレッスンです（フィードバックあり）
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
⭐Beginner to Advanced⭐
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese for Kids & Adults | Conversation and JLPT Support
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Have fun with Japanese! A Certified Teacher.✨Beginner-friendly ✨Easy to understand ✨JLPT ✨Anime
FindTutors
Native Japanese Speaker | Beginner to Advanced | Online Lessons
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
フリートークのレッスンです。カメラなしのレッスンです。 パジャマでもOK! ソファでゴロゴロOK! リラックスして話しませんか♪
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kids👦All Levels📕Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Teacher | Build Grammar Confidence & Speak Naturally
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 |
| italki | 1,135 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 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 |
| 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 | 54 | $34 | $27–$41 | 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.
Japan3,395 / 5,560Taiwan151 / 5,560
China120 / 5,560South Korea63 / 5,560
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
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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 29, 2026
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