Yoshie
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 6 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
$25/h
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5,318 tutors · 12 platforms
Japanese tutors for conversation practice
2,301 of the 5,318 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for conversation practice. Their median price is $24 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$24/h
Median / hour
$17–$36
Typical range
$5.00
Trial lesson
2,301
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
800 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Hitomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
If you want to improve your Japanese and want detailed lesson notes, I am the best teacher for you!
- Native
- 21 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$15/h
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Junko
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌱初心者・旅行会話歓迎！資格あり講師と楽しく学ぶ日本語レッスン💛 子ども指導2年以上
- Native
- 42 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 86% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$12/h
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Masaharu
Nativeitalki · Japan
Explore the Future through Japanese Language | From Daily Talk to the Deep Ideas
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 95% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Yukiko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Real Japanese with Confidence｜Grammar → Conversation
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (2)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$24/h
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Ryunosuke
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese for Real Life & Work 🇯🇵 | Conversation Support in English
- Native
- 3 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$22/h
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Romi
Nativeitalki · Japan
リラックスして楽しく話せるレッスンを一緒にやりましょう！
- Native
- 5 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
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Misa
Nativeitalki · Japan
100% Japanese teacher
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
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Nozomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
＜「Nozomi（希望・きぼう）」という名のように希望や自信を届ける先生 ＞
- Native
- 2 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
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Miyu
Nativeitalki · Japan
🗓️Flexible Scheduling Upon Request! ロンドン在中の旅行とアニメが好きな日本語教師です☆博多弁も教えます！
- Native
- 45 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 93% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$19/h
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Kayo
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌿 Speak Natural Japanese with a Friendly Expert Teacher ⭐️
- Native
- 10 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$26/h
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Mayumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Practical Japanese for Real Communication⭐️伝える日本語、伝わる日本語⭐️
- Native
- 7 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$17/h
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Kyoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Conversation Practice 😊🇯🇵
- Native
- 9 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
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Michi
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸Gentle Japanese Lessons with English/Spanish Support
- Native
- 17 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Kids
- Beginners
$25/h
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Rei
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Native Japanese Tutor 6+ Years of Teaching Experience
- Native
- 2 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$16/h
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Tsubasa
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語講師｜初心者OK・会話中心・留学サポート経験あり | Apoyo en estudios y visas en Japón
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$14/h
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Nana
Nativeitalki · Japan
Talk About Movies, Music & Real Life — Natural Japanese, Not Textbook 🌸
- Native
- 3 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 56% of messages
Teaches A2–C1
- Speaks your language
$16/h
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Yasuko
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸対面レッスン２年以上の経験有🌸実用会話🌸Goal-Oriented🌸N3以上
- Native
- 9 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
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Sachi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Anime/Manga Lover🌸 Fun & real Japanese(EN/ES OK)
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$23/h
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KIMIKO
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun&Safe-space🍀Japanese Class/Culture differences✴️Language lovers
- Native
- 18 lessons
- Not listed
- Korean +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
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Reika
Nativeitalki · Japan
9+ Years Exp| 8 Years in Language Schools | Beginner Specialist
- Native
- 15 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$18/h
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Rina
Nativeitalki · Japan
Jump Into Fun & Easy Japanese Lessons - English-Friendly Support!
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$14/h
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Rina
Nativeitalki · Japan
友達みたいな大阪人先生😀楽しく話して自然な日本語を身につけよう‼︎
- Native
- 7 lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Yuko
Nativeitalki · Japan
国際的なホスピタリティ業界で１４年の実績あり！
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
$25/h
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 |
| AmazingTalker | 904 | $22 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| italki | 900 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 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 |
| 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 | 47 | $34 | $27–$42 | 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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5076 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $13 and $28, 2986 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2090 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 904 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 900 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 695 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 $42, 47 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $70, 25 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
- Japan3,169 / 5,318
Taiwan151 / 5,318
China118 / 5,318
South Korea63 / 5,318
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,318
United States31 / 5,318
Philippines14 / 5,318
Spain12 / 5,318
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Among 2,301 Japanese tutors for conversation practice, the median price is $24 per hour; the middle half charge between $17 and $36.
We list 2,301 Japanese tutors for conversation practice on Tusclases / FindTutors, AmazingTalker, italki, Preply, and Cafetalk. Use the filters above to compare prices, trial lessons and reviews, then book on the platform you prefer.
Across 5,076 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $9.76 and $36 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.00. Trials are offered on AmazingTalker, italki, 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 29, 2026
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