4,365 tutors · 12 platforms
The most affordable quarter of Japanese tutors charge $14 per hour or less: 1,046 tutors across 12 platforms. For comparison, the overall median is $20. Trial lessons typically cost $4.40. Native speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
239 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌱 Studied Japanese but still struggle to speak? Turn what you know into real conversation.
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Japanese Teacher | Conversat
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Fun and easy Japanese conversation lessons for beginners
Voscours
Cours de japonais - Niveau débutant à intermédiaire
Classgap · Pakistan
Japanese for Beginners | Learn N5 Step by Step
Teaches B1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語をまず話してみましょう！入門編、中級編、上級編
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
NativePreply · Japan
English or Japanese, no problem! Beginners welcome! Let's learn together step by step in a relaxed class.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Oral|Adults
Teaches A1–A2
Voscours
Professeur de japonais pour débutants et intermédiaires, en ligne
NativeCafetalk · Japan
ちょっとした空き時間に☆ 役立つ単語や表現を学びましょう！
Classgap · Argentina
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
“Each student is unique — I teach with heart, patience, and trust.”
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Learn Japanese from Scratch — Friendly and Patient Teacher for Beginners 😊
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎌 JLPTN5 | 🗣️Friendly
Teaches A1–B1
Suasaulasparticulares
Aulas Online para Iniciantes (JLPT N5 e N4)
NativeCafetalk · Japan
文法を理解して、英語をもっと好きになろう！
Classgap · Peru
Japanese and Spanish tutor (Spanish speaker)
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
※Detailded Lessons ※Lessons suitable for your level ※Learning while having fun
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
🍀Your dedicated tutor for Japanese, nurturing real skills and confidence from beginners to advanced learners🙆♀️ Completely customized, thorough teaching🌷 Care…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese｜All Levels Welcome🌸
Tusclases
Japonés para principiantes y para todas las edades
NativeCafetalk · Japan
ひらがな、カタカナ、数字、言葉、発音などを習いましょう。
Classgap · Colombia
Teaches A1–A2
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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 |
| 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 |
| italki | 599 | $18 | $14–$23 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 268 | $26 | $20–$33 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| 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 | 31 | $34 | $28–$47 | 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.
Japan2,536 / 4,365
South Korea43 / 4,365
China37 / 4,365
Taiwan35 / 4,365
United States22 / 4,365
Hong Kong SAR China13 / 4,365
Spain12 / 4,365
Italy12 / 4,365SpeakDuo 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 28, 2026
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