ひろこ
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Korean +2
- ★ 5.0 (51)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
Page language: English
6,080 tutors · 12 platforms
Cheap Japanese tutors under $14 an hour
The most affordable quarter of Japanese tutors charge $14 per hour or less: 1,465 tutors across 12 platforms. For comparison, the overall median is $20. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$11/h
Median / hour
$9.16–$12
Typical range
$5.50
Trial lesson
1,465
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
397 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Harunori
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +4
- ★ 4.9 (54)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Ayumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
たのしいにほんごを、あなたに。Fun Japanese experience, customized lesson for you!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 4.9 (53)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Nanako
Nativeitalki · Japan
an open-minded and friendly teacher
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (51)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$9.00/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Yuto
Nativeitalki · Japan
“Each student is unique — I teach with heart, patience, and trust.”
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (50)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$9.00/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Aji
Nativeitalki · Japan
I’ve visited 42 countries . Let’s enjoy learning together and talk about your favorite things! ☀️
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (50)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.50
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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
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (50)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
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
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (49)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Norio
Nativeitalki · Japan
※Detailded Lessons ※Lessons suitable for your level ※Learning while having fun
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (49)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
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
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Kohei
Nativeitalki · Japan
I passed Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test and majored in Japanese in university.
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +9
- ★ 5.0 (48)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Sachi
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (46)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
SaitoK
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌏Come learn natural and polite Japanese with me!🌎
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (45)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
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
- 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (44)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
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
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- ★ 5.0 (44)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
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
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
kazuma
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Real Japanese Conversation 🇯🇵｜Relaxed & Practical Speaking Lessons
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (42)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$9.00/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Ayumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese teacher/Here to make your learning experience more fun :)!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (41)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$11/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Yuka
Nativeitalki · Japan
⚠️Do NOT teach（我不要教）： Business （商务日语）, 14 years old and under（14岁以下的孩子）, A1 and A2 (初级日语), JLPT⚠️
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +5
- ★ 5.0 (42)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.50
YUI
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun＆memorable Japanese Lessons!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (40)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
$14/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Chiemi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's practice Japanese together! :)
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (40)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Ayako
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaching experience/gently and friendly🇯🇵👩💻【I will be taking a break from March 1st 🙆♀️】
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (39)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $11
H.I
Nativeitalki · Japan
*on maternity leave* Let's study Japanese with a Native Japanese teacher who likes to travel and cat
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (37)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Ichiro
Nativeitalki · Japan
Master Natural Japanese with a Seasoned Pro | 1,500+ Lessons | Business & Interview Prep
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (36)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
$9.00/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
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Japanese tutors by platform
Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,624 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 | 1,624 | $19 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,484 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 922 | $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 | 699 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 242 | 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 | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 27 | $52 | $43–$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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5835 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3784 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $26, 2051 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
italki
$19Middle 50% between $15 and $25, 1624 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $26, 1482 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 922 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 698 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $27 and $41, 56 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $43 and $70, 27 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan3,860 / 6,080
Taiwan153 / 6,080
China130 / 6,080
South Korea69 / 6,080
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,080
United States33 / 6,080
Philippines16 / 6,080
Italy15 / 6,080
Japanese tutors: FAQ
The cheapest quarter of Japanese tutors in our directory charge $14 per hour or less (1,465 tutors). Community tutors and non-native speakers are usually the most affordable, and many offer discounted trial lessons.
Across 5,835 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $36 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.50. 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 September 30, 2026
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