Masaki T.
NativePreply · Japan
Let's enjoy learning Japanese together!
- Native
- 3 yrs · 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$22/h
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5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
Japanese tutors for conversation practice
2,578 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.
$26/h
Median / hour
$17–$37
Typical range
$5.00
Trial lesson
2,578
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
260 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Yasushi I.
NativePreply · Japan
Lecturers who have completed the 420-hour Japanese teacher training course Let's have fun learning!
- Native
- 1 yrs · 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Eriko N.
NativePreply · Japan
Experienced Japanese teacher with 10+ years of teaching experience! English support available.🌸 Enjoy fun and patient lessons tailored to your needs. Improve y…
- Native
- 1 yrs · 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$16/h
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Yumeka T.
NativePreply · Japan
Want to speak natural Japanese? 🌸 Improve your everyday conversation skills, learn polite Japanese, and practice beautiful Japanese handwriting. 📝✨ I’ll create…
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$31/h
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Hitomi N.
NativePreply · Japan
Turn the Japanese you “know” into Japanese you can actually SPEAK! 🚀🇯🇵 Conversation & role-play focused lessons to help you speak more naturally and confidentl…
- Native
- 2 yrs · 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (8)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$18/h
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Chie N.
NativePreply · Japan
Not seeing progress in your studies? Speak more with customized lessons 🌸 Travel, daily conversation, JLPT & customer service Japanese 👩🏻🏫 Fun, practical less…
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (8)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$34/h
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Yuri R.
NativePreply · Japan
🌸Certified Preply Tutor🌸 Friendly Japanese Tutor in Hawaii🌺 | Beginners Welcome | Real-Life Conversation | English Support Available
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (8)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$38/h
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Sena S.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Tutor with Chinese & English Support | Conversation & JLPT
- Native
- 2 yrs · 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Chinese +1
- ★ 5.0 (8)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$22/h
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Masaki K.
NativePreply · Japan
POV:you learn what Japanese people actually talk in daily conversation
- Native
- 1 yrs · 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (8)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$17/h
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Moe S.
NativePreply · Japan
I'm a professional Japanese teacher with 9 years of experience working in the IT industry. Let me know what kind of Japanese you want to learn, whether it's da…
- Native
- 3 yrs · 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (8)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Business
$22/h
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Tsubasa N.
NativePreply · Japan
Fun & Friendly Japanese Lessons | Beginner to Conversation | Spanish OK
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Spanish +1
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$18/h
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Ichika M.
NativePreply · Japan
3+ years of tutoring experience Conversational Japanese
- Native
- 3 yrs · 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$18/h
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Anju S.
NativePreply · Japan
Beginners to Advanced Welcome🇯🇵 Let's Learn Japanese Through Travel and Business Conversations While Having Fun! 🌏✨
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$25/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $11
Ryoko G.
NativePreply · Japan
Speak Japanese more naturally, more confidently, and more like YOU ✨ Learn with a globally experienced Japanese tutor who has studied and worked in 3 countries…
- Native
- 44 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Business
$11/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.50
Hana K.
NativePreply · Japan
📚 Original Lesson Materials🌸 Beginners Welcome! ✨ Personalized Lessons🗣️ Build Real Conversation Skills😊 English Support Available✨ Fun, Effective Lessons with…
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Ayumi S.
NativePreply · Japan
It's okay to make mistakes! Let's have fun practicing Japanese conversation!
- Native
- 1 yrs · 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Korean
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Not shown
$14/h
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Mayuko C.
NativePreply · Japan
“Wow, I didn’t realize I could speak this much Japanese!” 🍀 Relaxed, natural conversation lessons that feel like chatting with a friend 😁
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$20/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.50
Megumi M.
NativePreply · Japan
Boost your Japanese fast. English & Thai support available. Practical lessons for everyday conversation, travel, and anime. ✈️🌏
- Native
- 1 yrs · 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$16/h
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Sachiko N.
NativePreply · Japan
5 years of teaching experience 🔸English & Chinese 🔸Beginners welcome 🔸Travel & Daily conversation 🔸Practical Japanese conversation 🔸14 years of living abroad 🔸…
- Native
- 5 yrs · 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$25/h
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Honoka Y.
NativePreply · Japan
【Japanese Conversation Practice】Let's Speak Naturally! 🐾 Relaxed Lessons with an Anime & Cat Lover 🐱✨
- Native
- 1 yrs · 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$36/h
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Yumi I.
NativePreply · Japan
No worries if you're a beginner in Japanese! 🌟 I'll support your learning at your own pace with gentle Japanese conversation lessons! 🌞
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$9.60/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.00
Mathew K.
NativePreply · Hong Kong SAR China
🎌Conversational and Interactive lessons📝JLPT N1 certified💼2.5years JPN Company working experience🎓Translations and Language Studies Degree📚1.5year Japanese tea…
- Native
- 1 yrs · 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Cantonese +3
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$36/h
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Koyo M.
NativePreply · Japan
Business Japanese Taught by a Former Financial Advisor – From Keigo to Everyday Conversation
- Native
- 40 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Business
$18/h
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Mizue S.
NativePreply · Japan
⭐Japanese Conversation Tutor for Adults | TEFL-Certified Teacher ⭐
- Native
- 1 yrs · 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
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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 |
| 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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5318 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3251 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2067 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 1135 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 904 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 $41, 54 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
- Japan3,395 / 5,560
Taiwan151 / 5,560
China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560- Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
Spain12 / 5,560
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Among 2,578 Japanese tutors for conversation practice, the median price is $26 per hour; the middle half charge between $17 and $37.
We list 2,578 Japanese tutors for conversation practice on Tusclases / FindTutors, italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, and Cafetalk. Use the filters above to compare prices, trial lessons and reviews, then book on the platform you prefer.
Across 5,318 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $36 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.00. Trials are offered on italki, AmazingTalker, 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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