4,365 tutors · 12 platforms
The most affordable quarter of Japanese tutors charge $14 per hour or less: 1,046 tutors across 12 platforms. For comparison, the overall median is $20. Trial lessons typically cost $4.40. Native speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
79 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽(たの)しく日本語を勉強(べんきょう)しましょう！日本語（にほんご）初心者（しょしんしゃ）でも大丈夫（だいじょうぶ） 生きた日本語を学びましょう！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
私と「使える、話せる日本語」を勉強しよう！！まずは体験レッスンで会いましょう。
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Textbooks📚️ alone may not be enough.Knowing and using Japanese are different. Feel the difference✨️
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌱 Studied Japanese but still struggle to speak? Turn what you know into real conversation.
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
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
“Each student is unique — I teach with heart, patience, and trust.”
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
※Detailded Lessons ※Lessons suitable for your level ※Learning while having fun
Teaches A1–C1
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🌷
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌻いっしょに はなしましょう🌻 I will support your Japanese learning. Would you like to study together with me?
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's practice speaking in Japanese with me!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I can give you lots of corrections on your pronunciation and grammar !
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
自分に合った方法をみつけて一緒に日本語を勉強しましょう✨
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Relaxed & Fun Japanese Lessons🌸 Conversation • Travel • Everyday Japanese
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Here to Support Your Japanese Journey ☀️
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
リラックスして、自信を持って話そう！ Relax, Speak, and Grow Your Confidence.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Language is a bridge that connects people around the world. Join me on a journey through Japanese!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🗣️ Speak Natural Japanese | Tokyo Business Professional | Top school Graduate | English OK🌸
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let’s talk in Japanese! It's OK to make Mistakes!
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🔰 Beginner-Friendly + Fluent English Support! 🌸
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Hong Kong SAR China
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Teacher | Beginners & Conversation Focus | Okinawa
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Even if you have zero Japanese,no problem!With both Chinese & English support,I'll teach you clearly
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while Tusclases / FindTutors offers the most choice (1,481 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,481 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 696 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| italki | 599 | $18 | $14–$23 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 268 | $26 | $20–$33 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Engoo | 239 | 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 | 31 | $34 | $28–$47 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 25 | $52 | $40–$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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan2,536 / 4,365
South Korea43 / 4,365
China37 / 4,365
Taiwan35 / 4,365
United States22 / 4,365Hong Kong SAR China13 / 4,365
Spain12 / 4,365
Italy12 / 4,365SpeakDuo is launching 1:1 lessons with a small group of great teachers: fair pay, no race to the bottom on price, and students who already practise speaking every day. Leave your email and we'll be in touch.
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 28, 2026
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