6,820 tutors · 12 platforms
4,696 of the 6,820 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for conversation practice. Their median price is $30 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $6.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
4,696 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
italki · Italy
Insegnante di lingua giapponese con esperienza di insegnamento e soggiorno in Giappone
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
GENKIを使って、楽しく分かりやすくなたのペースに合わせて日本語を教えます
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
italki · Taiwan
Sarah Lin 🇯🇵 Japanese N1 👩🏫 7yrs in Japan 🌸 定居海外✨日文N1｜在日七年｜生活化日文！
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher | Beginner-Friendly & Practical Japanese | JLPT N5–N3
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1
Nativeitalki · Japan
一緒に続ける日本語｜初心者歓迎！話せる楽しさを実感しよう🌟
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1 –C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Real Japanese with a Friendly Native Speaker
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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
Friendly Japanese tutor with 4+ years' experience | Beginner to JLPT | Custom slides & quizzes
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
I’m here to support motivated learners, no matter what stage you’re at:) 学びたい方を、幅広くサポートします！ （※幅＝はば）
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real-Life Japanese, Taught with Care | Beginners to JLPT | Online Specialist
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ Master Japanese for Travel, Work, Exams & Hobbies—Tailored & Fun Lessons with Ayano! 🌸
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
US-based Japanese tutor 🇺🇸 | Friendly, supportive lessons for all levels ✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
From Textbook Japanese to REAL Japanese 🌸| Let's Talk!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
2000レッスン以上の経験を持つ講師と、インタラクティブな日本語学習を楽しもう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
No stress/ Relaxed lessons with me
Japanese (Japan) · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌎世界中を旅したYuina先生と、楽しく日本語を話そう！🇯🇵
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,165 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 | 2,165 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,511 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 985 | $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 | 758 | $12 | $7.60–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 281 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 77 | $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 | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 33 | $52 | $45–$80 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $24–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 7 | $56 | $45–$65 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,467 / 6,820Taiwan163 / 6,820
China156 / 6,820
South Korea81 / 6,820
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,820
United States39 / 6,820Italy20 / 6,820
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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 October 23, 2026
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