6,828 tutors · 12 platforms
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.
1,043 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner to Business Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher | 420h Trained | Beginner to Advanced
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese teacher with over 3 years of teaching experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner's Speaking😃
Teaches A1–A2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Business|Travel
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT N4–N2 | Grammar to Conversation | English Support
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Registered Japanese Teacher
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Clear, Logical Coaching for Serious Adult Learners | Intermediate, Business & JLPT (N5–N1)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Let’s Conversational Japanese😊
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · France
Enseignante japonaise certifiée pour les francophones(French speaker only)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · South Korea
Conversation to all level
Teaches C1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Based in London 🇬🇧| Over 10,000 lessons taught 👑 | Using original teaching materials🎀
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Singapore
Conversation/Free talk/hobby
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Sri Lanka
Pass the JLPT & Speak Technical Japanese | From a native speaking engineering student
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
beginner Japaneses/Free talk
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak real Japanese - certified native tutor | anime, games, JLPT N5-N1 | English OK, free textbook
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
HSK Clearance Mentor
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese from Day 1 ! Beginners welcomed, I've taught 800 lessons online & teaching at school
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Effective lessons using acting
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginner-Friendly Japanese Tutor based in Canada🍁 | Boost Your Speaking Skills👑
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🗾 Conversational Japanese 🗣️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese for Study, Work & Life in Japan 日本で学ぶ・働く・暮らすための実践的な日本語
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Kindergarten License | Oral
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese for Beginners | Build a Strong Foundation & Confidence
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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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.
| Platform | Tutors | Median / h | Middle 50% | Avg. rating | Trial lesson | Lesson length |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| italki | 2,150 | $20 | $15–$26 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,518 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 981 | $22 | $17–$29 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 791 | $12 | $8.42–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 265 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 76 | $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 | 58 | $34 | $26–$42 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 34 | $54 | $45–$78 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 8 | $53 | $41–$63 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,462 / 6,828
Taiwan166 / 6,828China157 / 6,828South Korea82 / 6,828
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828
United States40 / 6,828
Italy19 / 6,828
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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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