5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
2,173 of the 5,560 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for beginners. Their median price is $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
2,173 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Complete beginners welcome! 🔰｜Lessons in English 🇬🇧・German support available 🇩🇪｜7 years of teaching experience 👩🏫｜1M monthly views 🎥✨
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Improve your communication
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Discover your Japanese voice through art, and real stories of Japan. All levels are welcome! 🌿
Teaches A1–C2
Preply · India
Japanese language certified tutor with 7 years of experience.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Specialized in conversation🌟
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
★ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS ALWAYS WELCOME!!★
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.
NativePreply · Japan
Don't be afraid, let's dive in Japanese study☺️❗ Good at enhancing your speaking skills📢. Speaking practice from DAY1/ Active Learning/ Solid support for begin…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
living in the Philippines🌴
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Sorry I’m not a ninja, haven't climbed up Mt Fuji, but am obsessed with anime, sushi & teaching にほんご
Teaches A1–C2
Preply · United Kingdom
Japanese language teacher, passionate about individualised teaching, specialising in beginners / struggling learners. Anyone can learn Japanese! You can do it!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎯Conversation｜JLPT｜Kids 8+｜
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese fluently: Learn the right way from a teacher with a language background‼️
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Learn Japanese with a Friendly, Practical Teacher — From Beginner to Business Japanese
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Living in Korea
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Ex school teacher 🎌 Conversation practice at your pace🌿 General lesson Beginner welcome😊
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginner Specialist | English Support OK |🌍Experienced in Zambia | Conversation-Focused | Learn with GENKI📘
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Mandalin &English OK😽
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🏅You can learn here with a qualified and experienced professional teacher!✅English is available
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Native Japanese Tutor | Beginners, Travel & Conversation 🇯🇵
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
From 0 to Expert 🚀
Teaches A2
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
NativePreply · Japan
2 yrs experience as Japanese tutor📕|Beginner–Intermediate level focus✏️|English⭕️Kids(7yo~)⭕️| Fun, friendly, and personalized lessons just for you!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Learn Smarter with 𝐀𝐈 Notes 🤖✨
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Boost your speaking skills with the latest topics from Japan!
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 / 5,560
South 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.
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 29, 2026
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