華奈 マ.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Conversation & Free Talk
- Native
- 37 lessons
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
$12/h
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5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
Native Japanese speakers teaching online
3,491 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.
$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$28
Typical range
$5.00
Trial lesson
3,491
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
3,491 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Satsuki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence | Clear, Structured Lessons for Adult Learners
- Native
- 24 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$55/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $24
Chizuru S.
NativePreply · Japan
I’m here to fully support your passion for idols! 📔✏️ Let’s naturally master Japanese together!
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Korean
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
$11/h
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Minami.
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたの日本語学習に寄り添うパートナー🌱｜自然な日本語を身につける🌟｜会話・旅行・仕事｜基礎から実践までサポート
- Native
- 24 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$13/h
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Yuka K.
NativePreply · Japan
Learn through what you love! I'll guide you every step of the way with clear, science-backed learning.
- Native
- 8 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$12/h
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Nozomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者から上級者まで大歓迎💖✨友達感覚で楽しく日本語を学びましょう🌸💕私があなたの夢を叶える最強サポーターになります💪❤️🔥
- Native
- 11 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 88% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$15/h
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Misaki T.
NativePreply · Japan
Learn real everyday Japanese from someone who talks to people from all over the world every day
- Native
- 4 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
$7.20/h
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Rena
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 6 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
$26/h
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Yutaka
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$17/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Ryuki T.
NativePreply · Japan
Living in Europe💶|Completed a 2-year Master's degree in English🧑🏻🎓|Majored in Social Sciences🧠|Love football⚽|Visited all prefectures in Japan🗾
- Native
- 3 yrs · 23 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$19/h
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Hana
Nativeitalki · Japan
Recommended for beginners! A qualified tutor who can support you to achieve your goals.
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Alisa H.
NativePreply · United States
Learn Japanese as a Lifestyle, Not Just a Study
- Native
- 42 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
$20/h
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Niko
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 5 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Naoko U.
NativePreply · Japan
I just want to talk in Japanese! ⭐️
- Native
- 20 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$7.20/h
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Nanae
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's learn with the theme of "Learning through what you love" and have fun!「好きなことで学ぶ」をテーマに楽しく学ぼう！
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Professional teacher
- Korean +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches C1
- Speaks your language
$14/h
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Haruna K.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese teacher with 2 years of experience | Learn Real Japanese for Your Japan Adventure
- Native
- 2 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$11/h
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Yumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 2 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$18/h
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Kenji Y.
NativePreply · United States
Highly qualified Japanese tutor with extensive experience teaching adult professionals and college students
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$48/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $20
Chihiro
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌟Learn Japanese Naturally – Grammar, Conversation & More!🌟
- Native
- 26 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 94% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$18/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Megumi K.
NativePreply · Japan
Native Japanese Tutor | Over 5 Years of Teaching Experience | Living in France for Over 10 Years | DELF B2 | Can Explain in French
- Native
- 5 yrs · 9 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- French +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$31/h
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Miki
Nativeitalki · France
Enseignante japonaise certifiée pour les francophones(French speaker only)
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- French
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Exam prep
$30/h
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Mizuki H.
NativePreply · Japan
🇯🇵 Native Japanese Teacher | 5 Years of Tutoring Experience | 🇸🇪 Living in Sweden
- Native
- 5 yrs · 29 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$17/h
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KAHO
Nativeitalki · Japan
Based in London 🇬🇧| Over 10,000 lessons taught 👑 | Using original teaching materials🎀
- Native
- 7 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$80/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Masa M.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Conversation for Daily Life, Travel, and Work 🌸. Let's aim for "Speak, Communicate, and Have Fun!" together!!
- Native
- 2 yrs · 26 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Chinese +3
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Everyday admin & immigration
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5318 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3251 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2067 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 1135 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 904 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 695 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $27 and $41, 54 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $70, 25 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan3,395 / 5,560
Taiwan151 / 5,560
China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560- United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
Spain12 / 5,560
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Yes, somewhat: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, compared with $20 for non-native tutors. We list 3,491 native speakers.
Across 5,318 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $36 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.00. 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 September 29, 2026
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