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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.

Shun日本語・進学・就職・JLPT速成

Shun日本語・進学・就職・JLPT速成

JapanNative

italki · Japan

★ TOP 1% Certified professional Japanese teacher (4600 lessons) -会说中文的专业日语教师 - 名校进学指导/专业HR面试/JLPT速成

Native
9 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
Language degree
Chinese +4
★ 5.0 (119)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Kids
Kaito

Kaito

JapanNative

italki · Japan

🔥🚐DIY Camper Van Teacher, for Beginners & JLPT🇯🇵

Native
6 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
Other certificate · verified
English +2
★ 5.0 (121)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

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

かず

JapanNative

italki · Japan

日本政府公認日本語教師。11年の経験。日本語学習app Kazu SRS開発者。日本語総合/JLPT/会話練習 全てのレベルの日本語が練習できます。

Native
11 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
Other certificate · verified
English +3
★ 5.0 (116)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
Kayo

Kayo

JapanNative

italki · Japan

13 Years Experience: JLPT Expert (N1) & Career Coach !!

Native
13 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English
★ 5.0 (112)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
〜

〜

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Japanese for Kids & Adults | Conversation and JLPT Support

Native
10 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
Other certificate · verified
English +2
★ 4.9 (119)
Replies to 98% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Kids
Akki

Akki

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Friendly Japanese Teacher | Build Grammar Confidence & Speak Naturally

Native
7 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
Other certificate
English
★ 5.0 (111)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners

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HINAKO

HINAKO

JapanNative

italki · Japan

100%日本語!All my lessons are offered in Japanese only.(zoom使用)

Native
5 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
Thai
★ 5.0 (108)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2

  • Exam prep
  • Business
Takumi

Takumi

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Qualified and experienced Japanese language teacher. I'll support your Japanese learning 😉

Native
3 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English
★ 5.0 (108)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Ryogo

Ryogo

JapanNative

italki · Japan

🇯🇵Native fun Japanese teacher Ryogo🧑‍🏫

Native
1 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
Language degree
English +1
★ 5.0 (104)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Ayano.K

Ayano.K

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Qualified Japanese Teacher in Canada | Fun & Effective Lessons for All Levels

Native
2,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English +1
★ 5.0 (103)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Shiina

Shiina

JapanNative

italki · Japan

楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう! / Certificated teacher

Native
5 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English
★ 5.0 (102)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
ياباربية

ياباربية

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Zero to Fluent: Logical Grammar, Zen Culture & Business | JLPT N5-N2 [English/Arabic/Turkish]

Native
2,000+ lessons
None listed
Arabic +8
★ 5.0 (106)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

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

Kanako

JapanNative

italki · Japan

GENKI/Travel Japanese/Japanese Study Coaching (Build a Daily Study Habit)✏️

Native
5 yrs · 500+ lessons
Professional teacher
English
★ 5.0 (98)
Replies to 97% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1

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

はな

JapanNative

italki · Japan

🌸はな 先生🌸 Specialize in Conversation and Basic Japanese 👩🏻‍🏫 English OK

Native
1,000+ lessons
Official exam examiner
English
★ 5.0 (100)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
IMAMURA

IMAMURA

JapanNative

italki · Japan

4月になりました。日本は新しいことを始める季節です。また新しい気持ちで一緒に楽しくレッスンしましょう♪

Native
1,000+ lessons
Other certificate · verified
English
★ 5.0 (97)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C1

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
AOKI

AOKI

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Professional teacher with 18 years teaching experience. JLPT/ Grammar for communication.

Native
18 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
Teaching degree
Chinese +1
★ 5.0 (97)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Misa

Misa

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Lust auf Japanisch? Herzlich willkommen!

Native
2,000+ lessons
Other certificate · verified
German +1
★ 5.0 (88)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

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

Yoko

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Profesora nativa con 20 años de experiencia! Textos: Minna no Nihongo/Manabou Nihongo/Marugoto

Native
20 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
Official exam examiner
Spanish +2
★ 5.0 (87)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

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

Seijiro

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Certified and experienced teacher. Test Prep for JLPT, General Japanese and more.

Native
10 yrs · 200+ lessons
Language degree
English
★ 5.0 (87)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

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

Yumi

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Certified Teacher|1,400+ lessons both online/offline| 8yrs exp.|I help parents & anime fans| A mum

Native
8 yrs · 500+ lessons
Teaching degree
English +2
★ 5.0 (87)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1

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

Kaho

JapanNative

italki · Japan

初学者歓迎!Beginners Welcome! Débutants bienvenus ! ¡Se aceptan principiantes!

Native
500+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +5
★ 5.0 (85)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Kaori

Kaori

JapanNative

italki · Japan

資格を持った日本語教師です。I have Japanese teaching qualifications.

Native
6 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English +3
★ 5.0 (85)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

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

Yuki

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Top 1% Japanese Language Teacher on italki 2022/【10年】日本語の先生「自分のことばで話そう😊」/N5-N1文法、会話、読解、JLPTの勉強

Native
9 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +1
★ 5.0 (85)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Marika

Marika

JapanNative

italki · Japan

✨Go beyond textbooks and speak real Japanese.✨

Native
1,000+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +1
★ 5.0 (87)
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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