5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
2,619 of the 5,560 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for conversation practice. Their median price is $26 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
2,169 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun&relaxed Japanese lessons🌸Grammar, conversation, travel expressions. English support available!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
MA student in Japanese Language Education📕/Speak Japanese with confidence through Real and Casual Conversation🗣️🌸
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
Conversation|Travel|Business
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🌷
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Fluent in French! From natural conversation to travel prep and business. With over 20 years of teaching experience in Japan and guidance at universities and bu…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🐣8y experience🔥JLPT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
I passed Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test and majored in Japanese in university.
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌟Focus on Conversation 🌟Travel Japanese 🌟Beginners Welcome 🌟English Support Available
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Fundamental|Hobby|Conversation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【Beginners & Kids 9+】『Genki』 & Visual Tools! 【Advanced】Active Conversation with『Quartet』
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginners Welcome! 🔰 Learn Japanese Conversation Skills with a Life Coach from Canada 🇨🇦
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🔥JLPT N1 to N3 Expert| Adults
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginners and Kids welcome🧸Anime voice acting🎤Language consultant💪Boost your Japanese skill🔥
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Fun Japanese conversation lessons with English support, just like chatting at a cafe! Beginners are always welcome to relax and join in!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Improve conversation👏👏
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I have the certification of teaching Japanese. Totally 800+ students online and offline ☺️
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Cheerful Native Japanese Tutor | Japanese for Beginners • Conversation • Travel • Anime | English 🇬🇧 & German 🇩🇪 Support
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner｜JLPT｜Business
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Speaking 🗣️ Beginner to Intermediate | Turn What You Know into Real Conversation
Teaches A2–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Your Friendly Japanese Teacher | Supporting You with Conversation, Travel, and Work Japanese 🙌
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
💎Practical Conv.|All Levels💎
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Kids Lessons Are Back! 👧👦 for beginner!
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Native Japanese Tutor | Friendly Conversation & Beginner Lessons
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
FreeTalk|Business|Travel|Anime
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–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 |
| italki | 1,135 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 904 | $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 | 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 | 54 | $34 | $27–$41 | 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.
Japan3,395 / 5,560Taiwan151 / 5,560
China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
Spain12 / 5,560SpeakDuo 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.
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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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