Miyuki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Daily Conversation & Business Japanese with my 20 years-working experience. Español & English OK!
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- No reviews yet
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Teaches B1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Business
Page language: English
5,211 tutors · 12 platforms
Native Japanese speakers teaching online
3,133 of the 5,211 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.
$20/h
Median / hour
$13–$28
Typical range
$4.46
Trial lesson
3,133
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
781 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Junko.I
Nativeitalki · Japan
「Speak More, Have Fun!」 楽しくたくさん話そう！😊 大人のための会話中心の日本語レッスン｜初級〜上級
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- Czech +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Kayoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Relaxed & Friendly Japanese Lessons ✍️ Former Editor 🇯🇵 English OK
- Native
- 3 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Kids
- Beginners
$22/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Moe
Nativeitalki · Japan
OMG！日本語がどんどん話せる✨初心者〜上級まで楽しく学習🌸文化も一緒に！
- Native
- 9 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$23/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Haruna
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Tutor for Beginners ✈️ Ex-Flight Attendant & Career Advis｜夢中になる日本語レッスン
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Satoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
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Sera
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese teacher with over 3 years of teaching experience
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$16/h
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Tomoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Native Japanese Tutor / 海外在住２０年以上・英会講師
- Native
- 31 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 97% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$35/h
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NAOKO.S
Nativeitalki · Japan
🟡ビジネス日本語のプロフェッショナル🟡JLPT合格対策🟡大学のマナー講師🟡就職の面接対策🟡ラグジュアリーブランドで10年間サービストレーナー経験
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
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Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$23/h
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Saya
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Business
Asuka
Nativeitalki · Australia
Qualified Japanese teacher with 5+ years of experience teaching Japanese!
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Momoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん日本語で話しましょう！
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches B1–C2
$12/h
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kie
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speech-Language Therapist & Japanese Teacher 🌸 Conversation・Pronunciation・Travel・Kids
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
Yurina
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with much fun
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$20/h
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Wakako
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎯Personalized Japanese coaching for learners who want direction, structure, and real progress.
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$25/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Hiroko
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
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Hiro
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'd like to inform you about Japan. Not only language but with my Japanese point of view!
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Erika
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun Japanese lesson with former cabin crew✈️
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Miki
Nativeitalki · Japan
If you're facing any difficulties while working in Japan, you can also consult us about them!
- Native
- 2 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$9.33/h
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Takana
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語学校で初級〜中上級レベルを教えていました。楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう！
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
HIRO
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT N4–N2 | Grammar to Conversation | English Support
- Native
- 8 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Exam prep
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Natsu
Nativeitalki · Japan
資格【有】リラックスした楽しい会話レッスン☆１から始める日本語レッスン
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
$24/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
ヒロシ
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語教師の2種の資格を持つネイティブ講師。JLPT指導コースも修了。日本語ビギナーからJLPT指導まで幅広く、あなたのスタイルに合わせて楽しく教えます。
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$30/h
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Ayaka
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- Korean
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A2–C2
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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 |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| italki | 799 | $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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 4969 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $13 and $28, 2893 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2076 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
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 799 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 $46, 41 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
- Japan3,075 / 5,211
Taiwan150 / 5,211
China116 / 5,211
South Korea63 / 5,211
Hong Kong SAR China51 / 5,211
United States31 / 5,211
Philippines14 / 5,211
Spain12 / 5,211
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Yes, somewhat: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, compared with $20 for non-native tutors. We list 3,133 native speakers.
Across 4,969 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $9.60 and $36 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $4.46. Trials are offered on AmazingTalker, Preply, italki, 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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