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.
16 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語で考え、話す楽しさを体験しましょう！ 自由に話をして語彙や表現をふやしましょう！ Let’s learn Japanese through free conversation! Talk freely and expand your vocabulary and expressions!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語でニュースを聞き、それについて話します！やさしいことばニュース(NEWS WEB EASY)を使って勉強します。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
最強の「ビジネス日本語」を身につけよう！ 最高のあなたを「最強の日本語」で表現しませんか。 ~Express your best self with the ultimate Japanese~ 今春、社会人になる人、大歓迎！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
発音矯正、隙間時間に
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Instruction in Japanese on how to eat Natto, fermented soy beans, Japan's traditional dish. Why don't we eat natto together in class!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This lesson is for those who ✓can speak everyday Japanese but want to improve ✓Students and workers who want to review their expressions ✓aren’t confident in t…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Japanese That Helps You Connect with People in Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This is to facilitate your future studies. If you first time to take my lesson please take this lesson. This lesson is required.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Lets talk about business in Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
仕事（しごと）の日本語（にほんご）を勉強（べんきょう）しましょう！Bussiness-Japanese! ･･･small talk, e-mail, interview, business etiquette etc.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–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
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
NativeCafetalk · Japan
It will be fun if you can have a conversation!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
A 25-minute session to organize your goals and current challenges together. No preparation needed.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Do you ever wonder how to respond to customers in Japanese, or want to practice taking orders? Let's work together and practice according to your questions and…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
～中級者から上級者向け～/For Intermediate to Advanced Learners 仕事で使う日本語を、会話練習やロールプレイで楽しく学びましょう！ Learn practical Japanese for the workplace through fun conversation practic…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–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 / 6,828
China157 / 6,828
South 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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