shima
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
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6,828 tutors · 12 platforms
Cheap Japanese tutors under $14 an hour
The most affordable quarter of Japanese tutors charge $14 per hour or less: 1,662 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.
$12/h
Median / hour
$9.21–$12
Typical range
$6.00
Trial lesson
1,662
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
1,259 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Natsuna
NativeCafetalk · Japan
함께 일본어를 시작해요!
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- Korean +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$11/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.16
海松
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C1
- Speaks your language
$11/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Shima Nihongo
NativeCafetalk · Japan
For first-time students only, Let’s discuss your Japanese level, study methods, and goals to find the best lesson for you!
- Native
- 3 yrs · 1 lessons
- Teaching degree
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $2.53
Yasuhiro
Nativeitalki · Japan
友達のように一緒に楽しく会話できる日本語講師！やさしくサポートします！
- Native
- 2 years teaching
- None listed
- Chinese +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$11/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Sakura mochi
NativeCafetalk · Japan
From hiragana letters, greeting to expression in everyday life
- Native
- 10,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- German +2
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$8.85/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.16
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Miyuki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Daily Conversation & Business Japanese with my 20 years-working experience. Español & English OK!
- Native
- New tutor
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- Spanish +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
Taku.H
NativeCafetalk · Japan
言葉につまっても大丈夫。伝えたいことを日本語にしてみよう！
- Native
- New tutor
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
$11/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.17
Haruna
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Tutor for Beginners ✈️ Ex-Flight Attendant & Career Advis｜夢中になる日本語レッスン
- Native
- 2 years teaching
- Other certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Kids
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
HaruHaru
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語で話したい人、いっしょに話しませんか？ N5〜N1レベルまで、だれでも話すことができます。
- Native
- 4 yrs · 1 lessons
- None listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$9.10/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Momoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん日本語で話しましょう！
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Aochan
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's chat in Japanese.
- Native
- 8 yrs · 1 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Kids
$7.58/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.16
Miki
Nativeitalki · Japan
If you're facing any difficulties while working in Japan, you can also consult us about them!
- Native
- 2 lessons
- None listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$9.33/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
N.Yoji
NativeCafetalk · Japan
間違（まちが）ってもいいです。たくさん話しましょう！文法も会話もOK
- Native
- 8 yrs · 21 lessons
- None listed
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Eiji
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Maikojp
NativeCafetalk · Japan
しぜんな日本語で話そう！
- Native
- 1 lessons
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
chiharu
Nativeitalki · United States
- Native
- 8 years teaching
- Other certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Mits JP
NativeCafetalk · Japan
天気・健康をテーマとした会話を題材に
- Native
- 1 lessons
- None listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
ちあみ
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたの向上心と成長をサポートする講師
- Native
- New tutor
- Other certificate
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Yumi_K
NativeCafetalk · Japan
No calls needed—level up in your spare time! Get personalized feedback and native audio models tailored just for you.
- Native
- 2 yrs · 1 lessons
- None listed
- Korean +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
Kana
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly bilingual tutor with over 3 years of teaching experience
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$13/h
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MIKI F
NativeCafetalk · Japan
にほんごでたのしくたくさんはなしましょう。
- Native
- 2 yrs · 1 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.90
Hitomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
★★楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう＼(^o^)／★★ 日本語教師養成講座(420H)修了 今まで勉強した日本語で会話の練習をしたい方は楽しく会話をしましょう！！
- Native
- 24 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$14/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Kirabou
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Relaxed Japanese chat with a Japanese friend. Beginners welcome!
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
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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 | 1,518 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 981 | $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 | 791 | $12 | $8.42–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 265 | 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 | 34 | $54 | $45–$78 | 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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 6560 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 4729 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 1831 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, 1516 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $29, 981 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$12Middle 50% between $8.42 and $15, 790 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
$54Middle 50% between $45 and $78, 34 tutors
LanguaTalk
$28Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$53Middle 50% between $41 and $63, 8 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan4,462 / 6,828
Taiwan166 / 6,828
China157 / 6,828
South Korea82 / 6,828
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828- United States40 / 6,828
Italy19 / 6,828
Brazil16 / 6,828
Japanese tutors: FAQ
The cheapest quarter of Japanese tutors in our directory charge $14 per hour or less (1,662 tutors). Community tutors and non-native speakers are usually the most affordable, and many offer discounted trial lessons.
Across 6,560 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 12, 2026
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