6,825 tutors · 12 platforms
The most affordable quarter of Japanese tutors charge $14 per hour or less: 1,666 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.
1,258 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Enjoy learning Japanese🍀 Learn about Japan or just enjoy speaking Japanese. Everyone is welcome!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
20分、かいわのクラスです。 リラックスして、たくさんはなしましょう。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's learn Japanese with me. Don't be nervous even if you make some mistakes.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
カメラなしです
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I love anime! I am a "OTAKU" teacher with 8 years of work experience.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Cafetalk · South Korea
釜山出身のネイティブが教える、本物の方言。
Teaches A1–C2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional teacher living in Spain. よろしく！:)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
新聞の「お悩み相談」のコーナーを利用して、自分の考えを話す練習をしましょう。あなただったらどのよ うにアドバイスしますか？ ★フィードバックあり
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · India
नमस्ते कैसे है आप🙏こんにちは、元気ですか🤔
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's practice speaking Japanese with me(*'▽') Beginners are welcome☆
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
どんなレッスンにするか相談（そうだん）したり、日本語（にほんご）のレベルを確認（かくにん）します。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Language is a bridge that connects people around the world. Join me on a journey through Japanese!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
かんたんな日本ごをたくさんはなしましょう。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I get a lot of bookings and repeat lessons from women!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本旅行で役立つ日本語を学びましょう♪
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
ちょっと日本語で休憩（きゅうけい）しませんか？
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Hong Kong SAR China
Teaches A1–B1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Speak Japanese from day one!（初日から日本語で話せる！）
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✈️中国語OK🏓我们一起轻松学日语吧～あなたの学習を手伝う良きパートナーになります！カフェ気分で気軽に日本語を話しながら身に付ける🍵
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Learn grammar with GENKI and use it in conversation!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Build your confidence speaking Japanese at nursery, kindergarten, and elementary school!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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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 | 986 | $22 | $17–$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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,461 / 6,825
Taiwan166 / 6,825
China158 / 6,825South Korea82 / 6,825Hong Kong SAR China56 / 6,825
United States40 / 6,825
Italy19 / 6,825
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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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