6,824 tutors · 12 platforms
4,990 of the 6,824 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 $6.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
2,029 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun Japanese Lessons with Certified Tutor Tomoko, with excellent cost-performance
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
どんどん話せる！話すのが楽しい！！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
★ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS ALWAYS WELCOME!!★
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Emiko Native de Tokyo 🌸よろしくおねがいします。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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
日本語・韓国語・英語が話せる日本語教師です！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
I have been teaching Japanese for 7years at Japanese language school in Japan.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher🌸 Let's enjoy talking about Music, Food & Movies!｜初心者歓迎！楽しく自然な日本語を学びましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Safe Place for All🌈 | 会話練習 | 間違い訂正 | 生きた日本語 | 毎回新しい単語・表現
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
英語・ドイツ語でサポート！ゆっくりフリートーク / Japanese for Beginners (English & German OK!)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
⭐ Helping complete beginners speak Japanese with confidence
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese like chatting with a friend—relaxed, natural, and mistakes always welcome!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional Japanese Teacher | 8+ yrs exp | Genki books, JLPT, Travel, Free Conversation | Eng ok!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ Learn Real Japanese Conversation with a Native Speaker|Beginner Friendly| Genki & English Support
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
スイス🇨🇭から こんにちは！Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence | English🇺🇸 🇩🇪Ok👍
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Discover your Japanese voice through art, and real stories of Japan. All levels are welcome! 🌿
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Natural Japanese with a bilingual teacher🇺🇸|Beginner friendly&Travel Lessons|5+ yrs teaching
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
19yrs Exp! Learn with a knowledgeable musician & dive into the exciting world of Japanese!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
修士課程を修了したプロの日本語教師です。日本語教育は9年、英語教育は11年の経験があります。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
certified japanese teacher ★Beginners Friendly ★The lesson content has been redesigned.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,150 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| italki | 2,150 | $20 | $15–$26 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,516 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 985 | $22 | $16–$29 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 786 | $12 | $8.53–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 266 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 76 | $21 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$38 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 58 | $34 | $26–$42 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 32 | $51 | $45–$73 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 8 | $52 | $40–$62 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,461 / 6,824
Taiwan165 / 6,824
China158 / 6,824
South Korea82 / 6,824
Hong Kong SAR China56 / 6,824
United States40 / 6,824
Italy19 / 6,824
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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 November 13, 2026
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