6,183 tutors · 12 platforms
4,275 of the 6,183 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.
4,275 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real conversation, real Japanese 🗣️💬 Let’s practice Japanese in a relaxed and friendly space 🇯🇵
Teaches B1 –C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
UK born Japanese Native teacher. With over 18 years of experience living in Japan. Fluent in English
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese for Study, Work & Life in Japan 日本で学ぶ・働く・暮らすための実践的な日本語
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Konnichiwa! I'm certificated teaching Japanese Lessons for beginner to master.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しく話せるあなたの日本語パートナー！！
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
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
まちがえても大丈夫です ❕ 私は、ゆっくり・わかりやすく話します ❣
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたの日本語を試したい人、お話に来てください！フリートークが得意なわたしがお待ちしています✨
Teaches A2–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
▶︎ A multipassionate entrepreneur Japanese tutor
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
12年の経験がある日本語教師
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese for Beginners | Build a Strong Foundation & Confidence
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
私のレッスンでは、基本的に教科書は使いません。 私の作成した動画を元に、レッスンを行なっていきます。 そして、あなたの日本語を伸ばすのは【好奇心】です！ あなたの興味が赴くままに、日本語を楽しんでい
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced Teacher💪English OK!Never Get Bored😎🔥Beginners are welcome🌸
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
オタクと日本語でおしゃべりしましょう！Let’s talk with Otaku in Japanese!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Conversation for Beginners & Travelers
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real Japanese from a Japanese Language School Teacher!
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,727 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 | 1,727 | $20 | $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.
Japan3,954 / 6,183
Taiwan154 / 6,183
China132 / 6,183
South Korea69 / 6,183
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,183
United States34 / 6,183
Philippines16 / 6,183
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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 October 1, 2026
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