Izumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Izumi 🍀 Visual lessons + daily HW for Kids / Beginner
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
Page language: English
4,365 tutors · 12 platforms
Native Japanese speakers teaching online
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.
$19/h
Median / hour
$13–$28
Typical range
$4.40
Trial lesson
2,556
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
981 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Ryuto
Nativeitalki · Japan
大学で日本語教育学を学んでいました！
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
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Ayako
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Kana
Nativeitalki · Japan
30‑min Japanese Free Talk for Intermediate–Advanced｜Gentle corrections｜Over 1,000 hours taught
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$100/h
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Yuta
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's study Japanese with anime lover teacher 🗣️🇯🇵
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$22/h
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YUJI
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak from Day 1, and enjoy leveling up each lesson! | Beginner-Friendly| Everyday Conversation Focu
- Native
- 5 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
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Nao
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ 英語と日本語を教えられる経験豊富な教師｜初心者も安心のサポート
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
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Shin
Nativeitalki · Japan
N4～N２levelの日本語をていねいサポート！
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$30/h
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Hiro
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese Teacher | Friendly & Patient | Beginners Welcome
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
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Sota
Nativeitalki · Japan
Patient native speaker for all levels. Fun conversation & Genki textbooks for beginners!
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
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Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Naomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun, Friendly & Experienced Japanese Tutor for All Ages and Levels!
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$40/h
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Erika
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certificated Japanese teacher with over 5 years of teaching experience
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Miho
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌱BEGINNERS welcome🌟All English OK 😊Speaking- Focused Coaching Lessons from ZERO to FLUENT
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 97% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
MIKA
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Beginners
Momomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Planning a trip to Japan? 🇯🇵 Learn simple & practical Japanese for travel!
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$23/h
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Aira
Nativeitalki · Japan
資格を持った講師と初級から日本語を学びましょう
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$20/h
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Itsuka
Nativeitalki · Japan
🥈 Friendly Japanese Tutor for Beginners 🌸
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Naomi.T
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence 🌸 Friendly, Patient Native Teacher | Beginners Welcome
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$28/h
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Haruna
Nativeitalki · Japan
Enjoy learning and steadily level up from beginner to advanced 🇯🇵✨
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$36/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
Wakana
Nativeitalki · Japan
Travel| Structured Beginner Support | Certified teacher| Europe-Based
- Native
- 7 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Yukari
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified tutor with working experience in various fields
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Hika.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Conversation-based Japanese lessons for beginners
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$30/h
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Airi
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
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Tomoka
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語初心者専門｜文法を積み上げて「わかる」から「話せる」へ！
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$24/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
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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 |
| 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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 4123 tutors
Native speakers
$19Middle 50% between $13 and $28, 2316 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 1807 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 695 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $23, 599 tutors
AmazingTalker
$26Middle 50% between $20 and $33, 268 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $28 and $47, 31 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
- Japan2,536 / 4,365
South Korea43 / 4,365
China37 / 4,365
Taiwan35 / 4,365
United States22 / 4,365
Hong Kong SAR China13 / 4,365
Spain12 / 4,365
Italy12 / 4,365
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Yes, somewhat: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, compared with $20 for non-native tutors. We list 2,556 native speakers.
Across 4,123 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $9.56 and $37 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $4.40. Trials are offered on Preply, Cafetalk, italki, AmazingTalker, 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 28, 2026
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