5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
3,545 of the 5,560 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.
1,659 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語学校経験を活かして楽しくサポート🌸使える日本語を一緒に練習しましょう！ Fun Japanese lessons backed by language school experience 🌸
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌟 Bilingual Japanese Tutor (Japanese/English) 🌟 Beginners absolutely welcome! It's totally okay to make mistakes 😊 Available for daily conversation, business,…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Emphasis on conversation 🌺
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Never Run Out of Things to Say! | Japanese Conversation | EN Support
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
SPEAK from ‘’DAY 1’’🐣(ENGLISH OK) Friendly Osaka Tutor & Ex-Kyoto Guide ⛩️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
$10 Off First Lesson|JLPT|Chat
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.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced Japanese teacher at a language school and online | JLPT success support guaranteed!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Native Japanese × English Support! Beginner-friendly and non-stress‼︎
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
750 lessons experience🎖
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let’s start learning Japanese :)
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let's enjoy Japanese in conversational style! I worked as a Japanese volunteer at a university and taught Japanese to children in Germany.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner|Conversation|Oral🎈
Nativeitalki · Japan
Improve speaking! English, beginners ok! Real Samurai Teacher who is qualified.
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Certified tutor with 5 years of experience!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation💁 Travel✈️
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence 🌸 Conversation • Grammar • Personalized lessons
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Certified native Japanese teacher with more than 10 years of experience.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
50音基礎初級日文| 旅遊 | 會話 | 兒童 | 支持自学
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
A Safe Space to Make Mistakes & Grow Confidence!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
If you are a beginner, want to speak Japanese, or want to watch dramas or manga without subtitles, I can help you!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Fundamental|Beginner
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🟡Natural Japanese Conversation with 日本人のともだち🟡 Beginners Welcome! Relaxed atmosphere ＋grammar !
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Complete beginners are welcome🔰✨ I can show you the Japanese language is not as scary as you believe👻!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎖️1420+ hrs | All levels, age
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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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 |
| italki | 1,135 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 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 |
| 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 | 54 | $34 | $27–$41 | 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.
Japan3,395 / 5,560
Taiwan151 / 5,560
China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
Spain12 / 5,560SpeakDuo is launching 1:1 lessons with a small group of great teachers: fair pay, no race to the bottom on price, and students who already practise speaking every day. Leave your email and we'll be in touch.
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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