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.
2,619 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · China
Interactive Learning｜JLPT
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Every mistake explained, tracked, and sent to you as your own report. Free with lessons
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
For those who want to try out their Japanese in conversation and expand their range of expressions.
NativeCafetalk · Malaysia
Build confidence speaking in a fun way!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Fashion|hardened|middle~biz
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
😊 From Zero to Conversation | GENKI-Based Lessons | 1,800+ Lessons | Beginners Welcome
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.
Preply · United States
JLPT N1+ ・ JPN MAJ ・ Podcast Host
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s enjoy a relaxed and fun conversation about your favorite topics.
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
Conversations N5-N1 Travel
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🇯🇵Native fun Japanese teacher Ryogo🧑🏫
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
A Japanese teacher from Gifu Prefecture with 7 years of experience teaching at an agricultural high school. Raise your Japanese level through practical role-pl…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
We will enjoy a short conversation!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
台湾の大学教師＋中国語堪能
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Qualified Japanese Teacher in Canada | Fun & Effective Lessons for All Levels
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
🔰Beginners Are Very Welcome🔰｜English & Spanish Support A supportive Japanese teacher who makes learning fun. From travel and everyday conversation to living in…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This is to facilitate your future studies. If you first time to take my lesson please take this lesson. This lesson is required.
AmazingTalker · China
入门，考级，留学，商务，会話|フリートーク|趣味
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Zero to Fluent: Logical Grammar, Zen Culture & Business | JLPT N5-N2 [English/Arabic/Turkish]
Teaches A1–C2
Preply · Egypt
Arabic & English OK! Passed JLPT N2 + scored 5/5 on the AP Japanese Exam + grew up in Japan for 10 years. 🇯🇵✨ Learn Japanese at your own pace, from daily conve…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
First Japanese. Let's have fun learning together!!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🔰Beginners🙆♂️Kids🔶Free Conv.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Turn Grammar into Conversation | N4+ | English OK 😊
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence 👉| Osaka Native | 2,300+ Lessons | Real-Life Conversation & Subtle Nuances🎯
NativeCafetalk · Japan
20分、かいわのクラスです。 リラックスして、 たくさんはなしましょう。
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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 / 5,560
Taiwan151 / 5,560China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
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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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