5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
3,545 of the 5,560 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 $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
766 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Let's work hard together to pass the JLPT N3 and N2 exams! Fun lessons.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初めて私のレッスンを受講する生徒さん向け。ご自身の日本語レベルを知り、あなたに合うレッスンプランを見つけましょう！
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
⭐Beginner to Advanced⭐
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified teacher | 3+ years experience | English | Grammar and Conversation | Beginner friendly |
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
We have a certified teacher with 23 years of teaching experience who will teach students from beginners to JLPT 1 level!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
６０分、たっぷり話しましょう♪
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kids👦All Levels📕Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
In the Top 1% of Japanese Teachers on iTalki 2022~ /10+ years of experience
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Hong Kong SAR China
🎌Conversational and Interactive lessons📝JLPT N1 certified💼2.5years JPN Company working experience🎓Translations and Language Studies Degree📚1.5year Japanese tea…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
３０分では少し物足りない方向け
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
✨Japanese for conversation✨
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Anime&Manga 📺|From Osaka🏯|1000+ Students Taught👨🏫
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginner-Friendly Japanese Tutor | Travel & JLPT Support
NativeCafetalk · Japan
【カフェトーク大賞・ジョイフルレッスン受賞・グッドテキスト賞受賞】中学レベルの基本文型が即座に出てくるように徹底トレーニング！
NativeAmazingTalker · China
JLPT，会話専門｜企業面接指導
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
「日本語ペラペラになりたい」を叶えます！日常会話を楽しく！まずは日本語をたくさん話しましょう♪
Teaches A2–C1
NativePreply · Japan
🎓17+ Yrs Exp / 5 Yrs Japanese Tutor🌸Zero to Advanced (JLPT) Tailor-Made Lessons!🌍✨ 🐣Zero Japanese? No Problem! Learn to Speak Confidently with Kind & Tailored…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s enjoy a relaxed 25-minute Japanese conversation! Beginners are welcome. No topic prepared? No problem—I’ll guide the conversation and support you in Engl…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Professional teacher
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
⭐️Qualified Japanese teacher (資格を持った日本語教師)⭐️Beginners welcome!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
I have experience teaching Japanese in India, focusing on JLPT and practical Japanese! My students had a lot of fun in class.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本人と働くための日本語スキルを身につけます！
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
For travel, beginner and oral
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
IT企業会社員 / JLPTN1~N3対策 / 日本語でおしゃべり
Teaches A2–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while Tusclases / FindTutors offers the most choice (1,481 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,481 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| italki | 1,135 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 904 | $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 | 696 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 239 | 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 | 54 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 25 | $52 | $40–$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.
Japan3,395 / 5,560
Taiwan151 / 5,560China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
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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 September 29, 2026
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