6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
4,190 of the 6,091 Japanese tutors we track are native speakers. They charge a median of $20 per hour, compared with $20 for non-native tutors. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
2,689 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
😰 Know Japanese, but afraid to speak? 🧡 No pressure, no perfection — relaxed, practical Japanese!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun & Interactive Lessons! | Explore Japanese Culture with certified tutor!
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
All Levels Welcome! Lessons available in English! Experienced 1000+ lessons🌸
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
プロ講師🇯🇵日本で生活・仕事を目指す方のための日本語コーチ 🌿｜力を徹底サポート 🏢✨｜初心者から上級者まで全レベル対応・一人ひとりの目標に合わせたレッスン！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語会話の練習用レッスン
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
【旅行会話✈️JLPT試験対策💬日本語面接👔】 🌟資格保持の講師による徹底レッスン！！🌟
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Australia
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese Lessons: Free talk & Basics 日本語ネイティブスピーカーと楽しく日本語で話そう！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Passionate for teaching Japanese and Japanese culture.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
２年の日本語教師経験＊Jap. ⇔ Eng. 翻訳経験あります
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
海外生活経験者！アメリカで2年半の講師歴あり。英語でのサポートもできます！
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
オンライン/アメリカで1年の日本語指導経験があります。(初級〜上級まで)
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者大歓迎☆「わからない」を「楽しい！」に変えるレッスン♫
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with a Friendly Native Teacher! 日本とシンガポールで計4年の指導実績🇯🇵
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸NEW STUDENTS WELCOME🌸 Certified Japanese Teacher Working in Global Corporate Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
「お互いに学ぶ」姿勢を大切にする日本語教師（広島県出身 元看護師×オーストラリア在住）
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
（教員経験あり・英語対応可能）どんどん話せる！🗣️✨あなたの日本語力をアップデートしましょう！初心者も大歓迎！楽しく学んで自然な日本語を身につけよう😊
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
アニメ・漫画が好きな方、そして一般的な日本語学習の方、どちらも大歓迎です。
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん話すこと重視！日本でのマナー・ビジネスで使う日本語の相談歓迎
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【English OK】Friendly & Loves Beginners! | Welcoming Both Kids and Adults!
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,635 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 | 1,635 | $19 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,484 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 922 | $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 | 699 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 242 | 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 | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 27 | $52 | $43–$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.
Japan3,870 / 6,091
Taiwan153 / 6,091
China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
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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 30, 2026
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