Mina.O
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語でたくさん会話をしましょう！好きなテーマで話してOK！
- Native
- 12 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Page language: English
6,824 tutors · 12 platforms
Cheap Japanese tutors under $14 an hour
The most affordable quarter of Japanese tutors charge $14 per hour or less: 1,665 tutors across 12 platforms. For comparison, the overall median is $20. Trial lessons typically cost $6.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$11/h
Median / hour
$9.21–$12
Typical range
$6.00
Trial lesson
1,665
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
1,257 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Nanako
Nativeitalki · Japan
an open-minded and friendly teacher
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Language degree
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (51)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$9.00/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Sachi.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Please tell me about you in Japanese:)
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$8.42/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.16
Aji
Nativeitalki · Japan
I’ve visited 42 countries . Let’s enjoy learning together and talk about your favorite things! ☀️
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- None listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (50)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.50
hanl
NativeCafetalk · South Korea
can talk with tutor before you select one lesson ~
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- Korean +2
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $2.53
Ami.O
Nativeitalki · Japan
私と楽しくお話ししましょう！ Have fun talking with me !
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Other certificate
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (50)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Japanese (KS) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
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AmandaWu
Cafetalk · China
北京语言大学教材《汉语会话301句》的学习与练习。讲解语言知识点，同学生进行会话练习。
- Fluent (C2)
- 44 lessons
- None listed
- Chinese +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$6.32/h
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Norio
Nativeitalki · Japan
※Detailded Lessons ※Lessons suitable for your level ※Learning while having fun
- Native
- 30 yrs · 500+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English
- ★ 5.0 (50)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
gogo
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Instruction in Japanese on how to eat Natto, fermented soy beans, Japan's traditional dish. Why don't we eat natto together in class!
- Native
- 30 yrs · 500+ lessons
- Teaching degree
- English +5
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.16
Shun＠やさしい日本語レッスン
Nativeitalki · Japan
やさしく日本語を教えます。穏やかな性格の先生と楽しく会話中心のレッスンをしましょう！ 日本で働きたい人や、日本へ留学をしたいと考えている人に対して、支援をすることもできます。
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- None listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (49)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Yulia
NativeCafetalk · Japan
レッスンについて、英語学習について、ご質問をお伺いいたします。新規の生徒様は、カウンセリングより御願いします。
- Native
- 26 yrs · 5,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
Urara
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🌷
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (48)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Nana Honda
NativeCafetalk · Japan
文法や単語は知っているけれど、会話に自信がない人へ。たくさん話して、使える日本語を身につけましょう。」
- Native
- 14 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.16
Kohei
Nativeitalki · Japan
I passed Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test and majored in Japanese in university.
- Native
- 4 yrs · 500+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English +9
- ★ 5.0 (48)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Kazu_JP
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本の会社で働くための基本知識を一緒におさらいしましょう★ 日本企業での面接対応、メール作成・添削、丁寧語・尊敬語・謙譲語の使い分け、面接時のマナーなど
- Native
- 2 lessons
- None listed
- Korean +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$11/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.42
Sachi
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Language degree
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (46)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Misaki Inokami
NativeCafetalk · Japan
まずは軽く始めませんか？20分間、自由に会話をしましょう！
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Japanese (KANSAI) · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
SaitoK
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌏Come learn natural and polite Japanese with me!🌎
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- None listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (45)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Aoife
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's have fun！Don't be shy:)
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $2.53
shuhei
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!!
- Native
- 5 yrs · 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (44)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
Teacher Tomo
NativeCafetalk · Japan
You only have a little time, you are not sure if you want to go to 100% English class, speaking English is hard...Don't worry! I don't teach you difficult Engl…
- Native
- 5 yrs · 200+ lessons
- Teaching degree
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$6.32/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.42
Ryuji_Sensei
Nativeitalki · Japan
1000％上手になる会話練習（かいわれんしゅう）‼ 【3000+ hours of experience】
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- None listed
- Spanish +1
- ★ 5.0 (44)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (KANSAI) · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Tomoko.Y
NativeCafetalk · Japan
はじめてTomokoのレッスンを受ける方対象。 ちょっと話してみようかなとお試し感覚で話せるレッスン。
- Native
- 5 yrs · 500+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$2.53/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.16
Yuka
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Conversation | Speak Naturally, Express Yourself Clearly
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (44)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
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Japanese tutors by platform
Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,150 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 | 2,150 | $20 | $15–$26 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,516 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 985 | $22 | $16–$29 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 786 | $12 | $8.53–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 266 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 76 | $21 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$38 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 58 | $34 | $26–$42 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 32 | $51 | $45–$73 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 8 | $52 | $40–$62 | 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 $28, 6555 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 4723 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $13 and $27, 1832 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
italki
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $26, 2150 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1514 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $16 and $29, 985 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$12Middle 50% between $8.53 and $15, 785 tutors
Classgap
$21Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 76 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $38, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $26 and $42, 58 tutors
Wyzant
$51Middle 50% between $45 and $73, 32 tutors
LanguaTalk
$28Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $62, 8 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan4,461 / 6,824
Taiwan165 / 6,824- China158 / 6,824
- South Korea82 / 6,824
Hong Kong SAR China56 / 6,824
United States40 / 6,824
Italy19 / 6,824
Brazil16 / 6,824
Japanese tutors: FAQ
The cheapest quarter of Japanese tutors in our directory charge $14 per hour or less (1,665 tutors). Community tutors and non-native speakers are usually the most affordable, and many offer discounted trial lessons.
Across 6,555 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $37 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $6.00. Trials are offered on italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, 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 November 13, 2026
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