6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
4,190 of the 6,091 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.
2,689 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Conversation Specialist｜Preply-certified tutor｜From zero to interpreter in 8 months
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
We will enjoy a short conversation!
NativeAmazingTalker · Malaysia
The fastest 🗣️N2 in 3Mo🎯
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's enjoy studying Japanese!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginner-friendly🔰 Learn with a current Japanese school teacher living in Canada 🇨🇦 Open to all levels, with conversation-focused lessons. Safe, fun, and full…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This is to facilitate your future studies. If you first time to take my lesson please take this lesson. This lesson is required.
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Speaking/Kids/JLPT/business
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Build natural Japanese! Native Teacher | 9+ Yrs Exp | English/Español OK
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
Over 1,100 lessons of experience — speak real Japanese in 6 months 🇯🇵 Restarting your studies Welcome back! Personalized lessons for every level, from chat 🗣️…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
First Japanese. Let's have fun learning together!!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kid’s／Conversation／Basic
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
文章の添削をご希望の方、EJUやJLPTの対策が必要な方、会話力を高めたい方、文法をしっかり勉強したい方、皆さんお待ちしています。
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let's have fun and interesting conversations in Japanese! I'll help you speak Japanese before you know it with enjoyable lessons!
NativeCafetalk · Japan
20分、かいわのクラスです。 リラックスして、たくさんはなしましょう。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Speaks English&Chinese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
10 years of experience at a university and 20+ years in total.
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese teacher with experience as a tutor in Korea
NativeCafetalk · Japan
生徒さんの興味がある内容でフリートーク、旅行会話、発音矯正、写真を見て会話練習など、アウトプットがたくさん出来るレッスンです。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🌸Expert in JLPT N1-N5🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🔰🎖️ Japanese for Complete Beginners⭕️ Step-by-Step & Fun Conversation🌸 ⚫︎Natural Japanese through conversation⚫︎JLPT N2/N3 support⚫︎ Friendly, patient lessons…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Speak Japanese from day one!（初日から日本語で話せる！）
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Beginner|Oral
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with me!
Teaches A2–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,635 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 | 1,635 | $19 | $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.
Japan3,870 / 6,091
Taiwan153 / 6,091
China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
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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 September 30, 2026
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