6,828 tutors · 12 platforms
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.
431 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Three years’ experience as a Japanese teacher！¡Tres años de experiencia como profesor de japonés!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · South Korea
🎌 Conversational Japanese 🗣
Teaches A1–A2
Native (likely)Cafetalk · Japan
何でも話して！何でも聞くよ！でも、その中で、役立つフレーズはしっかりアドバイス＆練習。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
「日本語ペラペラになりたい」を叶えます！日常会話を楽しく！まずは日本語をたくさん話しましょう♪
Japanese (KS) · likely · Teaches A2–C1
AmazingTalker · China
Daily &Biz &Travel Chinese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Cafetalk · China
✩全員にお勧め✩中国語に少し興味があるが、本当に自分に向いているかどうかと不安の方・講師との相性チェック等にお勧めします
Teaches A1–C2
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Nativeitalki · Japan
“Each student is unique — I teach with heart, patience, and trust.”
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Philippines
IELTS, TOEIC, Eiken & Medical
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Train your conversational skills and expressive range through Japanese news!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Conversational Korean 🗣
Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
「今日はちょっと日本語を話したい！」そんな時に♪
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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🌷
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
AmazingTalker · Venezuela
🗣 Conversational English | Kid
Teaches A2–B1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
週末 何する？
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Conversation | Speak Naturally, Express Yourself Clearly
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10+ yrs hospitality Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This lesson is speak in simple Japanese, and practice casual Japanese conversation. I recommended for those who want to have a free talk in simple Japanese or…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Master Natural Japanese with a Seasoned Pro | 1,500+ Lessons | Business & Interview Prep
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 ９年 | 大学受験国語９年目💼
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s speak only in Japanese for 25 minutes.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🗓️ Flexible Scheduling Upon Request! | 8+ Years of Experience in Education — Message me anytime!😊
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🗾 Conversational Japanese 🗣
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Any topic is fine! Let's have a pleasant conversation and practice speaking a lot!
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 | 1,518 | $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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,462 / 6,828
Taiwan166 / 6,828China157 / 6,828South Korea82 / 6,828
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828
United States40 / 6,828
Italy19 / 6,828
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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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