6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
4,176 of the 6,091 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.
4,176 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
[English OK🌟] Singing 🎀 Former maid & anime lover teaches Japanese lessons that you can learn in a fun way☕️💕 Perfect for anime, anime songs, idols, travel, an…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s learn Japanese step by step, from the very beginning! We can use my original material or the textbook "Genki 1".
Nativeitalki · Georgia
日常会話からJLPT・ビジネス・面接対策まで、幅広く実践的に学べる日本語レッスン
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Travel Japanese | Conversation
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Your Safe Space to Start Japanese 🌸Learn naturally with a friendly, certified tutor. Beginner Friendly 🌱 | Former HR Professional 💼 | Interview Prep & English…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
必要なタイミングで受講しながら、合格まで積み上げる55分
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese the fun and easy way!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginners🔰Anyone🤗English OK
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Conversation-focused Japanese｜Turn what you know into Japanese you can speak 🗣️
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
LPT合格への鍵、ここにあり！ 目標を達成しよう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
2025年3月から産休に入ります。 I will go on maternity leave from March 2025.
Teaches A2–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
Talk,Business,Test
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Have Fun Talking and Watch Your Skills Improve! Level Up with Your Personalized Plan 🗣️✨ Conversation-Focused Lessons for All Levels, Tailored to Your Goals an…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
もし、あなたが一通り学習を終えた学習者で、教材以外の語彙や表現を身につけたいな らば、そんな日本語を１回５0分、９０日で習得できるレッスンがあるとしたら、受けてみたくありませんか？
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Teacher | 5+ Years Experience | Fluent in English | Business Expertise | Beginner-Friendly
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
Conversation|Travel|Business
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
[Living in Mexico ✕ Flexible Schedule] Learn whenever you want ✨
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語でフリートークを楽しみましょう
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🐣8y experience🔥JLPT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
3 month ! Lets try ! From Zero to able to make communication ✅Certificated Tutor➡
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語でたくさん会話をしましょう！好きなテーマで話してOK！
Nativeitalki · Japan
プロの講師
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Fundamental|Hobby|Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,635 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 | 1,635 | $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.
Japan3,870 / 6,091Taiwan153 / 6,091
China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
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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 30, 2026
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