5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
3,545 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.
2,169 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Anime otaku and pro Japanese teacher here! I speak English and teach from beginner to advanced(N5-N1
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10+ Years Certified Teacher 🏆
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
リラックスして、自信を持って話そう！ Relax, Speak, and Grow Your Confidence.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese Instructor | Conversa
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Enjoy learning Japanese🍀 Learn about Japan or just enjoy speaking Japanese. Everyone is welcome!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation | JLPT | Travel
Teaches A1–A2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's learn Japanese with me. Don't be nervous even if you make some mistakes.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner｜Business｜Daily
Nativeitalki · Japan
I love anime! I am a "OTAKU" teacher with 8 years of work experience.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
begginer/travel/JLPT/speaking
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10,000+ hours teaching online
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Language is a bridge that connects people around the world. Join me on a journey through Japanese!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【ゲーム🎮と読書📚の愛好家】本気で日本語を話せるようになりたい方へ🔥｜認定資格を持つプロ教師が全力サポート🎖️｜毎回のレッスン後に復習用ノートをお届け✨
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🌏Travel Japanese🎖
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Daily/Travel/Free Conversation
Nativeitalki · Japan
I am a Japanese teacher and your friend!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Japanese Teacher | Conversat
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's master natural Japanese the most quickly. Beginners and JLPT learners are also very welcome.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
10+ yrs teaching experience / Certified⭐️ Fun & friendly lessons with the CAN-DO approach😊
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
For middle-level Japanese😇
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✈️中国語OK🏓我们一起轻松学日语吧～あなたの学習を手伝う良きパートナーになります！カフェ気分で気軽に日本語を話しながら身に付ける🍵
Teaches A2–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Study Abroad in the PH and CA
Nativeitalki · Japan
旅するダンサーと、楽しく日本語を学びましょう‼︎!!Let’s Learn Japanese with a Traveling Dancer and Have Fun Together!!
Teaches A1–C2
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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.
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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