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Japanese tutors for the JLPT

1,395 of the 6,828 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for the JLPT. Their median price is $31 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $6.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.

$31/h
Median / hour
$19–$42
Typical range
$6.00
Trial lesson
1,395
on 12 platforms

Compare Japanese tutors

391 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.

竜馬

竜馬

JapanNative

italki · Japan

🍣Beginner & Polite Japanese 🏝️Okinawan language 🍙Master Japanese in English 🍜University Professor

Native
500+ lessons
Professional teacher
English
★ 5.0 (61)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Kids
  • Beginners
Chie

Chie

JapanNative

italki · Japan

⭐️Qualified Japanese teacher (資格を持った日本語教師)⭐️Beginners welcome!

Native
2,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English
★ 5.0 (59)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (KS) · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Marina

Marina

JapanNative

italki · Japan

IT企業会社員 / JLPTN1~N3対策 / 日本語でおしゃべり

Native
500+ lessons
Teaching degree
English +3
★ 5.0 (59)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
Mayu

Mayu

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Native
1,000+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (59)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Sei

Sei

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Certified language teacher with 7 years of teaching experience. Fluent in Japanese&English&Chinese!

Native
7 yrs · 5,000+ lessons
Professional teacher
Chinese +3
★ 5.0 (59)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
ゆき

ゆき

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Extensive experience teaching Japanese in English. Beginner to N3 (ゼロ初級~中級). Pair lesson available!

Native
1,000+ lessons
Professional teacher
English
★ 5.0 (58)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners

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Sayaka

Sayaka

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Grammar for beginners / Preparation for JLPT N5 to N1 / Conversation practice

Native
4 yrs · 500+ lessons
Other certificate
English
★ 5.0 (55)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Chieko

Chieko

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Native
200+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +1
★ 5.0 (53)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
  • Everyday admin & immigration
ひろこ

ひろこ

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Native
1,000+ lessons
Teaching degree
Korean +2
★ 5.0 (52)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
Aji

Aji

JapanNative

italki · Japan

I’ve visited 42 countries . Let’s enjoy learning together and talk about your favorite things! ☀️

Native
500+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (50)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Yuki

Yuki

JapanNative

italki · Japan

🎖️上級 📚JLPT N2/N1 👔面接 🏢ビジネス日本語 🤗 日本語学習のBuddy 🤝

Native
6 yrs · 500+ lessons
Other certificate · verified
English +1
★ 5.0 (49)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
Norie

Norie

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Beginners and Kids welcome🧸Anime voice acting🎤Language consultant💪Boost your Japanese skill🔥

Native
1,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English +2
★ 5.0 (49)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Kids
  • Beginners
Urara

Urara

JapanNative

italki · 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🌷

Native
500+ lessons
Other certificate · verified
English +1
★ 5.0 (48)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Kohei

Kohei

JapanNative

italki · Japan

I passed Japanese Language Teaching Competency Test and majored in Japanese in university.

Native
4 yrs · 500+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English +9
★ 5.0 (48)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
AKI

AKI

JapanNative

italki · Japan

JLPT N1/N2 Reading Strategy|Structured Exam Preparation

Native
10 yrs · 200+ lessons
Teaching degree
English +1
★ 5.0 (48)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B2–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
DAISUKE

DAISUKE

JapanNative

italki · Japan

有资格的,拥有15年的教学经验,也能用中文解释日语语法.I am a qualified Japanese language teacher with 15 years of experience.

Native
15 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
Other certificate · verified
Chinese
★ 5.0 (45)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Mai

Mai

JapanNative

italki · Japan

【Travel/Reading/ Free Talk】Warm and friendly native Japanese tutor with 5 stars reviews

Native
500+ lessons
Teaching degree
English +1
★ 5.0 (45)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
mySensei

mySensei

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Teaching 20yrs+ EXP Anime, Speaking, Grammar, JLPT, Face to Face Tokyo

Native
20 yrs · 200+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +1
★ 5.0 (44)
Replies to 97% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Ichiro

Ichiro

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Master Natural Japanese with a Seasoned Pro | 1,500+ Lessons | Business & Interview Prep

Native
1 yrs · 200+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (43)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Yuko

Yuko

JapanNative

italki · Japan

🌸 Speak Natural Japanese | Conversation & Clear Grammar 🌸

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (43)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Kaoru

Kaoru

JapanNative

italki · Japan

日本語学校経験を活かして楽しくサポート🌸使える日本語を一緒に練習しましょう! Fun Japanese lessons backed by language school experience 🌸

Native
200+ lessons
Teaching degree
English
★ 5.0 (42)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Natsu

Natsu

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Nationally Certified Japanese Teacher | Classroom & Business Experience | Culture & Nature Lover

Native
500+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English
★ 5.0 (42)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Danilo

Danilo

BrazilNative

italki · Brazil

Can’t speak Japanese? I’ll help you fix that.

Native
5 yrs · 500+ lessons
None listed
Portuguese +1
★ 4.9 (45)
Replies to 100% of messages

Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Koshiro

Koshiro

JapanNative

italki · Japan

🎓Certified Japanese teacher with a Master’s in Japanese Language Education | 1500+ online lessons |

Native
500+ lessons
Teaching degree
English
★ 5.0 (41)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners

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Japanese tutors by platform

Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,150 tutors). Number of tutors, median hourly price and trial policy on each marketplace.

Tutors, prices and trial lessons by platform
PlatformTutorsMedian / hMiddle 50%Avg. ratingTrial lessonLesson length
italki2,150$20$15–$265.0★Discounted trial (30 min)30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min
Tusclases / FindTutors1,518$20$16–$275.0★First class free with many tutors60 min
AmazingTalker981$22$17–$295.0★Discounted trial (25 min)25 / 50 min
Preply862$24$18–$365.0★Discounted trial (25 min)50 min
Cafetalk791$12$8.42–$15—Discounted trial (25 min)Set by each tutor
Engoo265from $67/month—5.0★Free trial (25 min)25 min
Classgap76$21$17–$305.0★Free trial (20 min)60 min
Verbling69$31$25–$385.0★Free or discounted trial (30 min)60 min
Apprentus58$34$26–$425.0★No trial lessons60 min
Wyzant34$54$45–$785.0★No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour60 min
LanguaTalk16$28$26–$335.0★Free or discounted trial (30 min)55 min
Tutor Hunt8$53$41–$635.0★No trial lessons60 min

How much Japanese tutors charge

Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.

All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 6560 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 4729 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 1831 tutors
10th–90th percentileMiddle 50%Median

Prices by platform

Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.

italki
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $26, 2150 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1516 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $29, 981 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$12Middle 50% between $8.42 and $15, 790 tutors
Classgap
$21Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 76 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $38, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $26 and $42, 58 tutors
Wyzant
$54Middle 50% between $45 and $78, 34 tutors
LanguaTalk
$28Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$53Middle 50% between $41 and $63, 8 tutors
10th–90th percentileMiddle 50%Median

Where Japanese tutors are from

  • JapanJapan4,462 / 6,828
  • TaiwanTaiwan166 / 6,828
  • ChinaChina157 / 6,828
  • South KoreaSouth Korea82 / 6,828
  • Hong Kong SAR ChinaHong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828
  • United StatesUnited States40 / 6,828
  • ItalyItaly19 / 6,828
  • BrazilBrazil16 / 6,828

Japanese tutors: FAQ

Among 1,395 Japanese tutors for the JLPT, the median price is $31 per hour; the middle half charge between $19 and $42.

We list 1,395 Japanese tutors for the JLPT on italki, Tusclases / FindTutors, AmazingTalker, Preply, and Cafetalk. Use the filters above to compare prices, trial lessons and reviews, then book on the platform you prefer.

Across 6,560 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $37 per hour.

Yes. The median trial lesson costs $6.00. 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 November 12, 2026

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