6,831 tutors · 12 platforms
The most affordable quarter of Japanese tutors charge $14 per hour or less: 1,661 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.
1,257 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨🌱 New Students Welcome! | Friendly Japanese Lessons | Let’s Speak Japanese !🌱✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
あなたの日本語力にさらに磨きをかけませんか？
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Native Japanese Teacher | Conversation & Travel Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This is my motto on study languages. What you like × Language you study So let's talk about it if there is someone who love travel and Japan.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's talk Japanese ---just like real life.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This is a counseling for first time studens. Please sende a message what you want to know. If you use the first coupon, it will be 0pt.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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
Don’t stress about mistakes—take it easy, try different approaches, and feel free to ask me anytime!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Using Japanese, what is it you would like to do? Where will you be using it? In a restaurant, cafe or for a job interview?
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
２０年以上日本での企業で経験をもつ講師
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語でたのしく話しましょう！まちがっても大丈夫です！ 何回も話すことで、言葉がすらすらと出てくるようになりますよ。 標準語のほか、関西弁で話したい人もどうぞ♪ 中級者（現在形、過去形を話せる人など）に適したレッスンです。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者大大大歓迎！資格を持った日本語教師です。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
JLPT N1に挑戦しよう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun & Relaxed Japanese Lessons | Speak with Confidence
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s Chat in Japanese, Relaxed and Easy!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
職歴)①過去に対面で日本語を教えていました。②情報や支援が必要な人達の為に開かれる講座のアイデア企画や出演者にインタビューをする仕事と③itakiで日本語を教える仕事に全力で取り組んでいます。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
テキストがなくても大丈夫。 ゆっくり、日本語を話してみましょう。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【英語で学べる！3ヶ月で日常会話をマスター】🇯🇵Master daily conversations in Japan in 3 months—taught in English.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
– For True Beginners
Japanese (Japan) · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Natural Japanese with an Osaka Native 🇯🇵Conversation,Travel & Daily Japanese/English Support
Japanese (KANSAI) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
時間(じかん）がない方におすすめ！ 好きなトピックでリラックスしはなしましょう♪にほんごがvocabularyくらいでもOKですよ＾
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨Lots of Speaking Practice|Tailor-Made Lessons|Express Yourself Naturally|Beginners-Friendly
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
単に日本語を翻訳するのではなく、英語でのビジネス交渉の仕方、英語でのテレカンをする際には何を注意するのか、等を講師のビジネスの経験に基づいてレッスンします。
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Master Real-Life Japanese with a Certified Japanese Teacher👩🏫📚Conversational/JLPT＋＋👨🎓
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's talk in Japanese! Practice your spoken Japanese, improve your fluency and enhance your vocabulary!
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 | 1,519 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 981 | $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 | 791 | $12 | $8.42–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 269 | 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 | $53 | $41–$63 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,466 / 6,831
Taiwan166 / 6,831
China157 / 6,831
South Korea82 / 6,831
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,831
United States40 / 6,831
Italy19 / 6,831
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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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