6,577 tutors · 12 platforms
4,733 of the 6,577 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.
4,734 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with clarity, structure, and practical conversation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese lesson for Kids 🐻🐰Embark on a Japanese learning adventure with your teacher 👩✈️✈️
Teaches C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎖️ Professional Japanese teacher holding two certifications 🌏 Over 1,000 hours of online teaching
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
１０ヶ月であなたも日本語ペラペラに！！絶対に日本語力が伸びる🙋♀️１０ヶ月であなたも日本語ペラペラに！！オーダーメイドクラスで日本語力を強化❤️20年のビジネス経験を活かした日本語も学べます！！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn beautiful Japanese from daily life, anime, and culture with Chihiro 🪷
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
国家資格あり講師🇯🇵｜オンラインレッスン経験1000回以上｜専用カリキュラム＆復習が楽になる４か国語同時翻訳付き語彙表をご用意📝✨日本語の世界を冒険しよう😻✈実用的な生きた日本語を学べます🗣️
Teaches A1–C2
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Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Native Japanese Teacher : 9+ Years of Teaching Experience
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · United States
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
10+ years of teaching experience – from beginner to advanced levels
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたの向上心と成長をサポートする講師
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
沖縄出身のゆきよとリラックスした会話を楽しもう！
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたの「日本語でしたいこと」を全力サポート！ 明るく楽しくポジティブなレッスンで、会話表現と文化を学びながら日本語を自分の言葉に🌸レッスン時間の調整可能です！ご相談ください😊
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly bilingual tutor with over 3 years of teaching experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者を教えるのが得意です♪ 英語OK♪ GENKIを使います！
Teaches A1
Nativeitalki · Pakistan
資格を持った日本語教師です。目標を達成するために一緒に楽しく学びましょう。
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
15年以上の指導経験をもつ資格者があなたをポートします^^
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
★★楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう＼(^o^)／★★ 日本語教師養成講座(420H)修了 今まで勉強した日本語で会話の練習をしたい方は楽しく会話をしましょう！！
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese Teacher | 10+ Years' Experience
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん会話しながら記憶に定着させましょう✨🎵多听多说✨✨
Teaches A2–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese, Osaka Style! Let’s chat
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Business Japanese Instructor with Over 20 Years of Experience Working in Japanese Companies
Teaches B2–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (2,095 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 | 2,095 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,485 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 932 | $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 | 706 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 248 | 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 | 29 | $50 | $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.
Japan4,294 / 6,577
Taiwan160 / 6,577
China145 / 6,577
South Korea73 / 6,577
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,577United States38 / 6,577
Philippines17 / 6,577
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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 October 2, 2026
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