5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
3,531 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.
1,102 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence 🌸 Friendly, Patient Native Teacher | Beginners Welcome
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Enjoy learning and steadily level up from beginner to advanced 🇯🇵✨
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Travel| Structured Beginner Support | Certified teacher| Europe-Based
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified tutor with working experience in various fields
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
I want you to see me as your friend, not as your teacher !
Teaches B1–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
Conversation-based Japanese lessons for beginners
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
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！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🇫🇷FR/EN OK. Certified Teacher. Turn your JLPT knowledge into real Fluency & Confidence! 🗣️✨
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
⭐️ 5-Star Rated, Experienced Japanese Teacher – Learn from Zero with Confidence!
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Sake Sommelier & Sumo Expert 🍶🇯🇵 Deep Culture & "Living" Japanese
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced Elementary School Teacher & Life Coach 🌱 Let’s Learn Japanese with ease and Fun
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Expert for beginners & shy speakers| Personalized in instruction
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Ex-NHK News Anchor l Master Native Intonation & Pitch Accent
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Nothing will start unless you take the first step!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence✨ Certified Teacher｜1000+ Lessons｜Beginner to Business Japanese
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Native Japanese Tutor 🇯🇵 | 4 Years Experience | UK-Based 🇬🇧
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese teacher with 5 years of experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese Enjoyably with a Tutor Who Has a STEM Background and Business Experience!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
バイリンガル講師。日常会話練習。教科書に載っていない日本語を教えます⭐
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches B1–C1
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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.
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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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