6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
The most affordable quarter of Japanese tutors charge $14 per hour or less: 1,466 tutors across 12 platforms. For comparison, the overall median is $20. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
998 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
※Detailded Lessons ※Lessons suitable for your level ※Learning while having fun
Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
「今日はちょっと日本語を話したい！」そんな時に♪
Nativeitalki · Japan
【元看護師の会社員（Former nurse and company employee）】 フリートーク・ビジネス日本語・医 療日本語もOK！自然で伝わる日本語を一緒に学びましょう🌷
Teaches A2–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
週末 何する？
Nativeitalki · Japan
I passed Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test and majored in Japanese in university.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Would you like to enjoy a casual free talk session with me? Camera OFF is also OK! (If you’d prefer the camera off, please let me know in your request.)
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This lesson is speak in simple Japanese, and practice casual Japanese conversation. I recommended for those who want to have a free talk in simple Japanese or…
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌏Come learn natural and polite Japanese with me!🌎
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
I listen to your spoken Japanese, transcribe it, check grammar and pronunciation, make corrections, and provide learning advice.
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたのペースで、日本語と文化を一緒に学びましょう！Let's learn Japanese and culture together at your own pace!!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Any topic is fine! Let's have a pleasant conversation and practice speaking a lot!
Nativeitalki · Japan
1000％上手になる会話練習（かいわれんしゅう）‼ 【3000+ hours of experience】
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Antes de aprender japones, vamos a planear y te voy a recomendar como puedes aprender bien japones(^_^)
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Conversation | Speak Naturally, Express Yourself Clearly
Teaches B1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
自然な英語で、あなたの英文を音声録音します。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Real Japanese Conversation 🇯🇵｜Relaxed & Practical Speaking Lessons
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
韓国語学習者ならではのお悩みお聞きします
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese teacher/Here to make your learning experience more fun :)!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初心者から、上級者まで、楽しみながら、話そう日本語
Nativeitalki · Japan
⚠️Do NOT teach（我不要教）： Business （商务日语）, 14 years old and under（14岁以下的孩子）, A1 and A2 (初级日语), JLPT⚠️
Teaches B1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語で自由におしゃべりしましょう！ まちがえても気にしないで(*^_^*)
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun＆memorable Japanese Lessons!
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語でお話ししましょう。 好きなこと、はまっていること、なんでも話してください。
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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 / 6,091
China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
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Updated September 30, 2026
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