5,206 tutors · 12 platforms
3,128 of the 5,206 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 $4.46. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
683 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · United Kingdom
Friendly professional Japanese teacher based in the UK, teaches in English as well.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
気軽に15分お話ししましょう⭐︎
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Over 20 years of experiences
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi! My name is Mayu. I spent my childhood living in various countries, including Japan, the United States, Canada, and Vietnam.
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…
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese the Easy & Fun Way! 😄 Personalized Lessons with Original Materials 📚
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.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
５歳～１２歳の日本語を第一言語としないお子様向け日本語クラスの体験版です
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
MIT Sloan, Waseda uni grad
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Born and raised in Japan, I have over two years of experience tutoring English to children.
NativePreply · Brazil
Experienced certified instructor from beginner to advanced.
Nativeitalki · Japan
✈️中国語OK🏓我们一起轻松学日语吧～あなたの学習を手伝う良きパートナーになります！カフェ気分で気軽に日本語を話しながら身に付ける🍵
Teaches A2–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Enjoy learning and you will definitely grow to love the Japanese language! Let’s enjoy Japanese lessons!!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
CONV. FOR ADULTS & KIDS (6+)
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
✅JLPT |🎬 Film translation |3,000+ Lessons — Let’s Reach Your Goal Together
Nativeitalki · Japan
旅するダンサーと、楽しく日本語を学びましょう‼︎!!Let’s Learn Japanese with a Traveling Dancer and Have Fun Together!!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
〜読み・書き・意味・成り立ちまで楽しく学びます〜
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
１０ years of experience
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Anime&Manga 📺|From Osaka🏯|1000+ Students Taught👨🏫
Nativeitalki · Japan
Registered Japanese Teacher | From Clear Grammar to Confident Speaking—with Personal PDF Notes
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
小学生未満のお子様、小学生向けの短時間のレッスンです。 少しずつ英語に触れ、アルファベット、単語、簡単なフレーズが言えるようになる練習を楽しくしましょう。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Ex. 8years / Basic~Business
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let’s enjoy speaking real Japanese together with supportive teacher Yui such as your CLOSEST JAPANESE FRIEND. I’m here to make your dreams and goals true📚🔥 Bui…
Nativeitalki · Japan
🗣️ Speak Natural Japanese | Tokyo Business Professional | Top school Graduate | English OK🌸
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
◎未経験OK◎楽しく日本語ではなしましょう！♪
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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 |
| AmazingTalker | 904 | $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 |
| italki | 794 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 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 | 41 | $34 | $27–$46 | 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.
Japan3,071 / 5,206
Taiwan150 / 5,206
China116 / 5,206
South Korea63 / 5,206
Hong Kong SAR China51 / 5,206
United States31 / 5,206
Philippines14 / 5,206
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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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