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.
NativeAmazingTalker · South Korea
+2000exp🌸AT Official mentor🎖️
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Dedicated to Your Growth, 3000+ Hours with a Never-Give-Up Spirit❤️🔥
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let's study Japanese together! I'm here to support your efforts 🌸 I’ll match your learning pace. Beginners are very welcome! 😊👌
FindTutors
My lessons are aimed at beginner - intermediate learners of Japanese N5-N3 Creative and energetic teacher of Japanese.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
中国語OK｜発音改善｜会話力UP
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌻いっしょに はなしましょう🌻 I will support your Japanese learning. Would you like to study together with me?
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.
NativePreply · Japan
Certified Language Expert | Personalized Lessons | Talk a Lot & Master Practical Japanese | Top 5% Tutor
FindTutors
Japanese tutors for all ages and beginners as well
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
😄日本語フリートーク✨中国語で授業が受けられます
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese for travel with confidence🇯🇵 Friendly tutor for all levels!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let's enjoy learning Japanese!
FindTutors
Japanese conversation for beginners :) Tutor with 4 years of experience
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
15years of teaching experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
A Native Japanese Teacher Teaching Since 2010 with Intercultural Communication Degree
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Anyone can learn Japanese! Beginners OK! Aiming to achieve conversational level in less than a year? I am more than happy to help!
FindTutors
I'm an easygoing and sociable person. I will try my best to understand the needs of my students. I will focus on the beginners.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Beginner|Business
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
役に立つ日本語を楽しく勉強しましょう！Why don't you study "practical Japanese" with fun?
Teaches A1–B1
Preply · Ukraine
Professional Japanese tutor with patience and great experienced
FindTutors
I would like to aim mostly beginners and children,
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Conversation|Travel|JLPT Test
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly native Japanese tutor | English support available | Focus on natural conversation!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌿 For Beginners Who Truly Want to SPEAK Japanese | News & Culture Discussion｜Travel Japanese ｜ Japan-based 🍁 Formerly Canada| English support 🔤
FindTutors
Beginner Japanese tutor offering private lessons for children and adults in London, Bedford or online
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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
Spain12 / 5,560SpeakDuo 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 29, 2026
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