4,365 tutors · 12 platforms
2,556 of the 4,365 Japanese tutors we track are native speakers. They charge a median of $19 per hour, compared with $20 for non-native tutors. Trial lessons typically cost $4.40. Native speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
981 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸はな 先生🌸 Specialize in Conversation and Basic Japanese 👩🏻🏫 English OK
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
A casual Japanese native speaker
NativeClassgap · Spain
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
ひらがな、カタカナ、数字、言葉、発音などを習いましょう。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
8+years exp🏅certified📚
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Meaningful Japanese Conversations｜Discover Japan, Share Your Culture, Speak Naturally
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.
NativePreply · Japan
Your Passport to Japanese Fluency: Join a drifting INFP-A Language Wizard!
NativeCafetalk · Japan
幼児さんから大人までのHalloween特別レッスンです！ハロウィントピックで絵本読みやお歌、ゲームなどを楽しみます☆
NativeClassgap · Japan
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Over 20 years of experiences
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
OTAKU Sensei 👩🏻 REAL Japanese Beyond Textbooks / Japan Trip Ready /Real Conversation/ Beginner OK
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
😎 The most Passionate Tutor on Preply 😁
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's learn Japanese in ENGLISH/KOREAN/GERMAN step by step! (^-^)
NativeClassgap · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
MIT Sloan, Waseda uni grad
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
It’s not only fun — it’s meaningful. I tailor your lessons to fit your time, budget, and personality
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌸Afraid of making mistakes? 15 years of experience helping you express yourself naturally. Not just lessons—let’s grow together in a safe, supportive environme…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's start Japanese! From reading Hiragana to JLPT 5
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
CONV. FOR ADULTS & KIDS (6+)
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
初学者歓迎！Beginners Welcome! Débutants bienvenus ! ¡Se aceptan principiantes!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Brazil
Experienced certified instructor from beginner to advanced.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's speak Japanese with fun
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
１０ years of experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたのペースにあわせて丁寧にレッスンをします。 We’ll take it step by step, at a pace that suits you.
Teaches A1–B1
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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 |
| 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 |
| italki | 599 | $18 | $14–$23 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 268 | $26 | $20–$33 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| 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 | 31 | $34 | $28–$47 | 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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan2,536 / 4,365
South Korea43 / 4,365
China37 / 4,365
Taiwan35 / 4,365
United States22 / 4,365
Hong Kong SAR China13 / 4,365Spain12 / 4,365
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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 28, 2026
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