6,159 tutors · 12 platforms
4,253 of the 6,159 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 $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
4,253 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional Japanese Teacher in Tokyo｜Natural Conversation, Nuance & JLPT N3–N1
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Preply Certified Tutor🏅English is OK! 🌸 I will support you kindly and let you learn at your own pace while having fun. 🥰 My lessons are conversation-centered a…
FindTutors
Japanese tutor for beginners. I am Japanese and currently a university student in the UK. I will provide online lessons
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
何か自分の興味あることで英語を勉強しませんか？ 楽しんで勉強するのが一番です。
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I'm Mai. I am a pharmacist who is also aiming to obtain a Master of Science in Clinical Pharmacy in England.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Communicational Japanese💖
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
✅Effective, beginner-friendly lessons with a structured approach! Language learning enthusiast 🌈
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Support in French and English / Focus on Conversation / Beginners Welcome / For Kids and Adults
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Tusclasesparticulares
Aprende japonés con una profesora nativa titulada en Tokyo
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初めて私のレッスンを予約される方のためのレッスンです。気軽にお話ししましょう。This lesson is for those who are booking my lesson for the first time. Please feel free to talk.
NativeEngoo · Japan
I grew up going back and forth between Indonesia and Japan.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · United States
Native JapanesePro🌟Coach
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Itaki teacher since 2020! love to travel and meeting new people around the world!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
6+ years of experience /Polyglot（🗣🇬🇧🇯🇵🇩🇪🇪🇸) JLPT preparation tutor with 7 years’ experience. Expert in teaching Japanese pronunciation
Tusclasesparticulares
CLASES ONLINE DE JAPONÉS PARA TODOS LOS NIVELES
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
いろいろな話題について話そう！
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, everyone!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Emphasis on conversation 🌺
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
プロの講師 Absolute beginners welcome！Let's have fun studying Japanese.
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🇯🇵 Certified Teacher with over 10 years of experience for beginners, providing explanations in Italian. My class will help you learn Japanese in a fun and moti…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
FindTutors
Native Japanese tutor offering private Japanese lessons for children to adults.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
テーマは、今日のできごと。 今日あった楽しかったこと・うれしかったこと・悲しかったこと・怒ったことなどを日本語で話してみよう。
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I'm Minori, an English and Japanese tutor.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
$10 Off First Lesson|JLPT|Chat
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,703 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 | 1,703 | $19 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,484 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 922 | $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 | 699 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 242 | 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 | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 27 | $52 | $43–$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.
Japan3,932 / 6,159
Taiwan153 / 6,159
China132 / 6,159
South Korea69 / 6,159
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,159United States34 / 6,159
Philippines16 / 6,159
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Updated October 1, 2026
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