Akiharu
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
Page language: English
6,828 tutors · 12 platforms
Native Japanese speakers teaching online
4,995 of the 6,828 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
4,995
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
3,332 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Chisato
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real Japanese from a Japanese Language School Teacher!
- Native
- New tutor
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Naru
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Teacher 🎓 Friendly Practice! Talk about travel & hiking! ✈️🏔️ (Beginners Welcome 😊)
- Native
- 6 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Chiaki
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語の時間😊🎌🌸한국어OK! ／ Bahasa Indonesia OK!
- Native
- 4 years teaching
- Teaching degree
- Korean +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Masatoshi
Nativeitalki · Japan
プロ講師｜17年のエンジニア経験×教員免許｜ビジネス日本語・敬語・面接対策｜JLPT N5〜N1・帰化準備
- Native
- 13 lessons
- Teaching degree
- Chinese +6
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Mai
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's learn in a relaxed and enjoyable way, Studied linguistics in the UK and Slovenia
- Native
- 11 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$22/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
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Maki
Nativeitalki · Japan
【🌸Beginners Welcome🌸】Dairy Conversation | Grammar | 👍 Support Available in English and Italian🌏
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$24/h
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Rika
Nativeitalki · Japan
100＋ Lessons Taught| Conversation Focus
- Native
- 38 lessons
- None listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
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Keiko
Nativeitalki · Japan
UK-based experienced teacher — personalised English-medium lessons, clear grammar, real confidence.
- Native
- 13 yrs · 2 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$43/h
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Meg
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese Beyond Textbooks | Conversation, Nuance & Real-Life Japanese
- Native
- 20 lessons
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Koko
Nativeitalki · Japan
わたしの名前は「ここ」です！
- Native
- 7 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$27/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
YUNA
Nativeitalki · Japan
【ビジネススピーチコンテスト優勝者】7年間の講師経験×マルチリ ンガル日系メーカー社員！
- Native
- 6 yrs · 1 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$18/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Mao
Nativeitalki · Japan
😰 Know Japanese, but afraid to speak? 🧡 No pressure, no perfection — relaxed, practical Japanese!
- Native
- 13 lessons
- None listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Miki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun & Interactive Lessons! | Explore Japanese Culture with certified tutor!
- Native
- New tutor
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$18/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Kana
Nativeitalki · Japan
All Levels Welcome! Lessons available in English! Experienced 1000+ lessons🌸
- Native
- 10 lessons
- None listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
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zuki
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！
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
Ruku
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Ryota
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！！🌟
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 78% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$15/h
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Kazuha
Nativeitalki · Japan
How many charms of Japan do you know? Let’s test your knowledge with my Hourly Japan Quiz! Utilizing
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
Kokoro
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！
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Beginners
Taiki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Passionate for teaching Japanese and Japanese culture.
- Native
- 2 lessons
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Mai
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！
- Native
- 2 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Yoshio
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者専門｜日本語で学ぶスペイン語｜ゼロから会話まで
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- Spanish +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Kana
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)
- Native
- 1 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Kids
- 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.
| 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 |
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
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
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan4,462 / 6,828
Taiwan166 / 6,828
China157 / 6,828
South Korea82 / 6,828
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828
United States40 / 6,828
Italy19 / 6,828
Brazil16 / 6,828
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Yes, somewhat: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, compared with $20 for non-native tutors. We list 4,995 native speakers.
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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