Yuki
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 15 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
$10/h
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5,202 tutors · 12 platforms
Cheap Japanese tutors under $14 an hour
The most affordable quarter of Japanese tutors charge $14 per hour or less: 1,266 tutors across 12 platforms. For comparison, the overall median is $20. Trial lessons typically cost $4.46. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$11/h
Median / hour
$9.08–$12
Typical range
$4.46
Trial lesson
1,266
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
202 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Satoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Conversation | Calm & Confidence Building 🌿
- Native
- 7 lessons
- Not listed
- French +1
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
コウキ
Nativeitalki · Japan
A Japanese Graduate Student Teach You Japanese!
- Native
- 44 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Replies to 96% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$13/h
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RISA
Nativeitalki · Japan
オーストラリアで日本語と弓道を教えています
- Native
- 23 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
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Haru
Nativeitalki · Japan
気楽に日本語で会話しよう！間違えても自信がなくても大丈夫😊 Have Fun & Relaxed Japanese Conversation with a Patient Tutor
- Native
- 9 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
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Sii
Nativeitalki · Japan
「登録日本語教員」日本の国家資格です。 ☆１5か国以上320人以上の学生たちに授業してきました☆
- Native
- 25 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (3)
- Replies to 95% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
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TAISHI
Nativeitalki · Japan
[1-Yr Coaching Exp・Your Japanese Coach] Never Boring! Learn Natural Japanese with English Support🙆
- Native
- 5 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$11/h
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Mizuka
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 18 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
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Yuki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Conversation | Speak Naturally & Have Fun! | Beginners Welcome ☃️🤍✨
- Native
- 5 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
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Michio
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese, Expand Your World :Practical & Real-Life Conversation Lessons
- Native
- 30 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Everyday admin & immigration
$7.00/h
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Keiko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese teacher since 2025 teaching from A1 to all level
- Native
- 7 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$11/h
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Ayumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
I volunteer to teach Japanese to people from other countries who live in my area. It’s rewarding!
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C1
- Speaks your language
Mayumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
Junko
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌱初心者・旅行会話歓迎！資格あり講師と楽しく学ぶ日本語レッスン💛 子ども指導2年以上
- Native
- 42 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 86% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$12/h
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Romi
Nativeitalki · Japan
リラックスして楽しく話せるレッスンを一緒にやりましょう！
- Native
- 5 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
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Misa
Nativeitalki · Japan
100% Japanese teacher
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
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Kyoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Conversation Practice 😊🇯🇵
- Native
- 9 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
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Tsubasa
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語講師｜初心者OK・会話中心・留学サポート経験あり | Apoyo en estudios y visas en Japón
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$14/h
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Yasuko
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸対面レッスン２年以上の経験有🌸実用会話🌸Goal-Oriented🌸N3以上
- Native
- 9 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
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Rina
Nativeitalki · Japan
Jump Into Fun & Easy Japanese Lessons - English-Friendly Support!
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$14/h
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Aoi
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本人の友達みたいな先生！
- Native
- 23 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
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Sayaka
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸Have Fun Learning Japanese! | Beginners Welcome · Conversation & Travel Japanese
- Native
- 9 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
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MEGUMI
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- Korean
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
$12/h
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Minami.
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたの日本語学習に寄り添うパートナー🌱｜自然な日本語を身につける🌟｜会話・旅行・仕事｜基礎から実践までサポート
- Native
- 24 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$13/h
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 |
| 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 |
| italki | 791 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 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 | 40 | $34 | $27–$43 | 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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 4960 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $13 and $28, 2885 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2075 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 904 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 791 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 695 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 $43, 40 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $70, 25 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
- Japan3,068 / 5,202
Taiwan150 / 5,202
China116 / 5,202
South Korea63 / 5,202
Hong Kong SAR China51 / 5,202
United States31 / 5,202
Philippines14 / 5,202
Spain12 / 5,202
Japanese tutors: FAQ
The cheapest quarter of Japanese tutors in our directory charge $14 per hour or less (1,266 tutors). Community tutors and non-native speakers are usually the most affordable, and many offer discounted trial lessons.
Across 4,960 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $9.60 and $36 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $4.46. Trials are offered on AmazingTalker, Preply, italki, 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 29, 2026
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