Erika
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun Japanese lesson with former cabin crew✈️
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
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Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Page language: English
6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
Japanese tutors for beginners
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.
$30/h
Median / hour
$20–$38
Typical range
$5.50
Trial lesson
2,700
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
956 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
HIRO
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT N4–N2 | Grammar to Conversation | English Support
- Native
- 8 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Exam prep
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
ヒロシ
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語教師の2種の資格を持つネイティブ講師。JLPT指導コースも修了。日本語ビギナーからJLPT指導まで幅広く、あなたのスタイルに合わせて楽しく教えます。
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$30/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
Hitomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
I’m a certified tutor with 5+ years experience and I teach 500+ hours on private classes
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$19/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Soyoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Clear, Logical Coaching for Serious Adult Learners | Intermediate, Business & JLPT (N5–N1)
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$33/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $18
yasu
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with clarity, structure, and practical conversation
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- Korean +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$23/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
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Chihiro
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn beautiful Japanese from daily life, anime, and culture with Chihiro 🪷
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$18/h
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Sayu
Nativeitalki · Japan
国家資格あり講師🇯🇵｜オンラインレッスン経験1000回以上｜専用カリキュラム＆復習が楽になる４か国語同時翻訳付き語彙表をご用意📝✨日本語の世界を冒険しよう😻✈実用的な生きた日本語を学べます🗣️
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$30/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $14
Yuka
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Native Japanese Teacher : 9+ Years of Teaching Experience
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
chiharu
Nativeitalki · United States
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Mariko
Nativeitalki · Japan
10+ years of teaching experience – from beginner to advanced levels
- Native
- 3 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
ちあみ
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたの向上心と成長をサポートする講師
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Kana
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly bilingual tutor with over 3 years of teaching experience
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Tabia
italki · United States
Easy Going 🌸 Japanese Conversation Partner 🌸 Early Childhood Teacher
- Fluent (C2)
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Kids
- Beginners
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Midori
Nativeitalki · Pakistan
資格を持った日本語教師です。目標を達成するために一緒に楽しく学びましょう。
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Professional teacher
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Business
- Kids
- Beginners
$16/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Midori
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Yuki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese Teacher | 10+ Years' Experience
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Iuliia
italki · Russia
💮 Trust Your Japanese with Iuliia-sensei ﾆｬｯ(ฅ•ω•ฅ)♡
- Fluent (C2)
- 9 lessons
- Not listed
- Russian +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$11/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Saki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginners welcome :) English and French support available
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Mari
Nativeitalki · Japan
8年の教師経験｜初心者歓迎！楽しく話して自然な日本語を身につけよう🌸
- Native
- 8 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Naoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Free talking Travel languages in Japan Grammar, Pronunciation JLPT N3 N2
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$30/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $20
Mariko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginner-friendly and Easy to understand Lesson
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$30/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $16
Masa
Nativeitalki · Japan
資格を持った日本語教師です。ケアワーカーとして長年働いた経験があります。
- Native
- 6 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$18/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Mai.
Nativeitalki · Japan
8+ years of experience | Beginners | Conversation | Minna no Nihongo
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$23/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5846 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3947 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $26, 1899 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
italki
$19Middle 50% between $15 and $25, 1635 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $26, 1482 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 922 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 698 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 $41, 56 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $43 and $70, 27 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
- Japan3,870 / 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
Italy15 / 6,091
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Among 2,700 Japanese tutors for beginners, the median price is $30 per hour; the middle half charge between $20 and $38.
We list 2,700 Japanese tutors for beginners on italki, Tusclases / FindTutors, AmazingTalker, Preply, and Cafetalk. Use the filters above to compare prices, trial lessons and reviews, then book on the platform you prefer.
Across 5,846 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $36 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.50. Trials are offered on italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, 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 30, 2026
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