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Native Japanese speakers teaching online

4,990 of the 6,824 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 $6.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.

$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$28
Typical range
$6.00
Trial lesson
4,990
on 12 platforms

Compare Japanese tutors

3,329 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.

KANA

KANA

JapanNative

italki · Japan

👍I am a professional Japanese teacher for beginner learner! Let's have fun and study together ♪😘

Native
200+ lessons
Teaching degree
English
★ 5.0 (35)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
So

So

JapanNative

italki · Japan

ゲイで(陽気な)日本人の日本語の先生です! I am a "gay" Japanese teacher!

Native
10 yrs · 200+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (35)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Momoka

Momoka

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Relaxed & Fun Japanese Lessons🌸 Conversation • Travel • Everyday Japanese

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (34)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Atsushi

Atsushi

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Please tell me your favorite Japanese Anime/Manga/Games!

Native
1 yrs · 500+ lessons
Other certificate
English
★ 5.0 (34)
Replies to 100% of messages

Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Yuka

Yuka

JapanNative

italki · Japan

一緒に楽しく勉強しましょう!

Native
50+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English +1
★ 5.0 (34)
Replies to 91% of messages

Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Mimi

Mimi

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Learn real-life Japanese with Mimi 🇯🇵🇦🇺 Natural conversation, culture & daily life

Native
500+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (34)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
  • Everyday admin & immigration

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Koji

Koji

United StatesNative

italki · United States

Japanese for All Levels | Personalized Lessons & Natural Conversation | 6 Years' Experience

Native
6 yrs · 500+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (34)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Kids
  • Beginners
Hitomi.U

Hitomi.U

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Learning Japanese should not be that overwhelming, Let's start it step by step with me!

Native
5 yrs · 200+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (34)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
ゆき

ゆき

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Beginner or advanced ★ Relaxed lessons that help you speak Japanese confidently.

Native
200+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +2
★ 5.0 (34)
Replies to 96% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Business
  • Beginners
Aya99

Aya99

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Qualified career counselor, Japanese teacher and art teacher

Native
100+ lessons
Teaching degree · verified
English +1
★ 5.0 (34)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Business
  • Kids
  • Beginners
Sana

Sana

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Enjoyable Japanese Lessons — Never a Boring Moment!

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
Spanish +1
★ 5.0 (33)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Shoko

Shoko

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Beginner-Friendly Japanese Tutor Living in the USA | English Support | Learn & Use Japanese

Native
2 yrs · 100+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (33)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
NAOYA

NAOYA

JapanNative

italki · Japan

You can master REAL Casual or Business JAPANESE conversations with me! 自然な日本語で楽しく会話しましょう!

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (33)
Replies to 98% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Business
  • Beginners
Michi

Michi

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Let’s enjoy the process to learn Japanese! Speak like natives!

Native
4 yrs · 200+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (33)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Business
  • Beginners
Azusa.N

Azusa.N

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Experienced Japanese Teacher | Beginners, JLPT I'll support your dreams and goals wholeheartedly

Native
500+ lessons
Official exam examiner
Korean +2
★ 5.0 (33)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Taka

Taka

JapanNative

italki · Japan

あなたのスタイルに柔軟に対応するのが私のレッスンスタイル

Native
200+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +1
★ 5.0 (33)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Sawako

Sawako

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Experienced and certified Japanese teacher.

Native
500+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +3
★ 5.0 (33)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Kana

Kana

JapanNative

italki · Japan

保育士の資格があり、保育園で子供に日本語と英語を教えています。

Native
2 yrs · 200+ lessons
Other certificate
English
★ 5.0 (33)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Mika

Mika

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Native
500+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +3
★ 5.0 (33)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Nanaka

Nanaka

JapanNative

italki · Japan

楽しくまなぶNihongo🇯🇵🌈Free Talk & Natural Japanese

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (32)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (KS) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
SOPHIA

SOPHIA

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Have FUN Speaking Natural Japanese! 😊 | From Daily Conversation to Business

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (32)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

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

Maki

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Real Japanese at Your Pace | Unique Activities to Expand Your Expression | All Five-star reviews⭐

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (32)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Yuuki

Yuuki

JapanNative

italki · Japan

A Native Japanese Teacher Teaching Since 2010 with Intercultural Communication Degree

Native
15 yrs · 500+ lessons
Language degree
English +3
★ 5.0 (32)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Business
  • Beginners
KYON

KYON

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Dedicated to Your Growth, 3000+ Hours with a Never-Give-Up Spirit❤️‍🔥

Native
500+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (32)
Replies to 97% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • 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 / FindTutors1,516$20$16–$275.0★First class free with many tutors60 min
AmazingTalker985$22$16–$295.0★Discounted trial (25 min)25 / 50 min
Preply862$24$18–$365.0★Discounted trial (25 min)50 min
Cafetalk786$12$8.53–$15—Discounted trial (25 min)Set by each tutor
Engoo266from $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
Wyzant32$51$45–$735.0★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$52$40–$625.0★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, 6555 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 4723 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $13 and $27, 1832 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, 1514 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $16 and $29, 985 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$12Middle 50% between $8.53 and $15, 785 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
$51Middle 50% between $45 and $73, 32 tutors
LanguaTalk
$28Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $62, 8 tutors
10th–90th percentileMiddle 50%Median

Where Japanese tutors are from

  • JapanJapan4,461 / 6,824
  • TaiwanTaiwan165 / 6,824
  • ChinaChina158 / 6,824
  • South KoreaSouth Korea82 / 6,824
  • Hong Kong SAR ChinaHong Kong SAR China56 / 6,824
  • United StatesUnited States40 / 6,824
  • ItalyItaly19 / 6,824
  • BrazilBrazil16 / 6,824

Japanese tutors: FAQ

Yes, somewhat: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, compared with $20 for non-native tutors. We list 4,990 native speakers.

Across 6,555 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 13, 2026

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