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.
956 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese fluently: Learn the right way from a teacher with a language background‼️
Teaches A1 –C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Ex school teacher 🎌 Conversation practice at your pace🌿 General lesson Beginner welcome😊
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🏅You can learn here with a qualified and experienced professional teacher!✅English is available
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
初級から上級まであなたのニーズに合った楽しいレッスン！ Fun lessons tailored to your needs, from beginner to advanced levels!
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Boost your speaking skills with the latest topics from Japan!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Natural Japanese with a bilingual teacher🇺🇸|Beginner friendly&Travel Lessons|5+ yrs teaching
Teaches A1–C1
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
italki · China
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
⭐ Helping complete beginners speak Japanese with confidence
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
English Support available :) Japanese for Beginners & Intermediate | Travel | JLPT | Conversation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional Japanese Teacher | 8+ yrs exp | Genki books, JLPT, Travel, Free Conversation | Eng ok!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'm native japanese but live in England so i can help you with English :)
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
音楽のように日本語のリズムを教えることができるプロ講師
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ Beginners welcome ✨ Master the basics and start SPEAKING Japanese fluently 🇯🇵
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese for Adult Beginners | 800+ Lessons | Step-by-Step Grammar
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
📘 Genki I & II / 💬 Conversation Practice
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
JAPANESE Conversation--- for Beginner to intermediate
Teaches A1–B2
italki · South Korea
🟥pronunciation expert
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Teacher | Beginners & Conversation Focus | Okinawa
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · United Kingdom
Bilingual Japanese Teacher with a variety of lessons available to learners of many levels
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🗣️ Speak Japanese with Confidence | Practical Conversation Lessons 🇯🇵
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Even if you have zero Japanese,no problem!With both Chinese & English support,I'll teach you clearly
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese | Kids & Adults | 21+ yrs | Your Pace, Your Progress, Your Confidence 🌸
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified teacher to boost listening & speaking! 国家資格を持つ日本語教師による【聞く＆話す力】を育てるリアル日本語会話レッスン！
Teaches A1–C2
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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 / 6,091China130 / 6,091South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
Italy15 / 6,091SpeakDuo 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.
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Updated September 30, 2026
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