manami
Nativeitalki · Japan
AIにはできない、日本人とのリアルな会話レッスン🌈
- Native
- 24 lessons
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
$22/h
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Page language: English
5,315 tutors · 12 platforms
Native Japanese speakers teaching online
3,224 of the 5,315 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
$13–$28
Typical range
$5.00
Trial lesson
3,224
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
871 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Mizuki
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
YUme
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 33 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
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Issei.S
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn "Survival Japanese" from a Digital Nomad & Tokyo Native! Lets practice Speakin like a native!
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$15/h
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Yuka
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese Naturally — Not Just Study It| Complete beginners are welcome|Business Japanese
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$15/h
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Satoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with an English-speaking native tutor
- Native
- 42 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$19/h
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Ryota
Nativeitalki · Japan
BEST JAPANESE TEACHER EVER （ENGLISH \SPANISH)
- Native
- 27 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 70% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
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Travelyuka
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced Coach|36 countries Travel exspert |Beginners, Free Talk ,JLPT ,Kids Ok, All Levels,
- Native
- 18 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$18/h
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Marina
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence
- Native
- 13 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$12/h
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mook
Nativeitalki · Japan
A friendly tutor with experience in 80+ countries, helping adults learn Japanese through manga, anim
- Native
- 21 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$25/h
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Saki
Nativeitalki · Japan
自然な日本語を話したい学習者のために。 中級〜上級者を対象に、フリートークやディスカッション、面接練習など、目的に合わせたレッスンを提供します。
- Native
- 23 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$21/h
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Kaishin
Nativeitalki · Japan
4 years of experience teaching exchange students Japanese at uni
- Native
- 16 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
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Kaori
Nativeitalki · Japan
現役採用面接官「本当に受かる」模擬面接・旅行日本語・漫画で学ぶ・博多弁・4コママンガで学ぶ日本のビジネス習慣・バズるSNS添削・しりとりゲームなどを提供しています。
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 96% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$14/h
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まゆ
Nativeitalki · Japan
English OK 😊 たのしくおしゃべりしましょう！ことば教室🍵 🇯🇵
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$14/h
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Miyuki
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸あなたの日本語学習のお手伝いをします。日本語を使って「できる」を増やしましょう🌸
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$14/h
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Waka
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸日本語って楽しい!!🌸初心者🔰OK！まちがえたってだいじょうぶ！たくさん話して会話になれよう！
- Native
- 13 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
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Masumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly and Supportive Teacher 🌸 Perfect for Beginners & JLPT Prep!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
MIYUKI
Nativeitalki · Japan
🏅3.500 lecciones dadas en línea. 🎓Soy profesional certificada.
- Native
- 34 lessons
- Professional teacher
- Spanish
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–A2
- Exam prep
$14/h
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SHIHO
Nativeitalki · Japan
I want to talk about everything you want to talk !
- Native
- 25 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$10/h
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Risa
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese in a comfortable way and watch your skills grow! 🇯🇵
- Native
- 42 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
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Nagisa
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher | 10+ years Exp | Improve Your Speaking Fast
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$22/h
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Kaede
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let’s have fun! Bilingual Japanese teacher🇯🇵🇺🇸
- Native
- 20 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 91% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$20/h
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YAMA
Nativeitalki · Japan
フリートークに飽きた方にお勧め！！！日本語レベル中級者以上に教えます。
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$18/h
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hitomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified with the 420-hour program, I teach real Japanese through fun, practical conversation (^^♪
- Native
- 40 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (4)
- Replies to 94% of messages
Teaches A2–C1
- Speaks your language
$14/h
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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 |
| AmazingTalker | 904 | $22 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| italki | 898 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 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 | 46 | $34 | $27–$42 | 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, 5073 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $13 and $28, 2984 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2089 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 904 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 898 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 $42, 46 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
- Japan3,167 / 5,315
Taiwan151 / 5,315
China118 / 5,315
South Korea63 / 5,315
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,315
United States31 / 5,315
Philippines14 / 5,315
Spain12 / 5,315
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Yes, somewhat: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, compared with $20 for non-native tutors. We list 3,224 native speakers.
Across 5,073 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $9.67 and $36 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.00. Trials are offered on AmazingTalker, italki, 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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