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Native Japanese speakers teaching online

3,491 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.

$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$28
Typical range
$5.00
Trial lesson
3,491
on 12 platforms

Compare Japanese tutors

239 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.

Yayoi

Yayoi

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hi! I learned English while studying at universities in Japan and Australia.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (893)
Rarely cancels (99% attended)
  • Speaks your language
Minako O

Minako O

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello! I spent a year leading a nomadic lifestyle in the US and various European countries before studying in the UK where I obtained a Master's degree.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (892)
Not shown

Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
Lisa

Lisa

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello, I'm Lisa. I have completed a 120-hour TESL course and have experience tutoring English to students of all ages, from children to adults.

Native
3 years teaching
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English
★ 5.0 (883)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Kids
Mana

Mana

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

I spent six years of my childhood in the United States and also studied International Cultures there for one year as an exchange student.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (880)
Not shown
  • Speaks your language
  • Kids
Noah

Noah

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

My name is Noah. I study Public Health and Epidemiology at the London School of Hygiene & Tropical Medicine (LSHTM).

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (879)
Not shown

Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Kids
Maya U

Maya U

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello! It's so nice to meet you. I lived in the US for 12 years, an experience that helped me become confident in my English skills.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (850)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language

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Yuka

Yuka

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello, I'm Yuka! I was born and raised in Japan, so I fully understand the challenges of becoming fluent in English.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (849)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Yuko

Yuko

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

I used to live in Singapore for 16 years during my childhood, and my favorite food is Singapore Chicken Rice!

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (884)
Not shown

Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Kids
Haru

Haru

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello! I'm Haru. I’m a native Japanese speaker, and I earned my master’s degree in the United Kingdom, where I learned more about English language and culture.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (876)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Business
Aino

Aino

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello, I'm Aino. I am from Japan and have experience tutoring English at a cram school (juku) and using the language in the United States.

Native
Not listed
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (828)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

  • Speaks your language
Karin

Karin

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

My college degree is in Communication Studies, and I have experience working as an English tutor at a juku (Japanese tutoring school).

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (822)
Rarely cancels (99% attended)
  • Speaks your language
Ibuki

Ibuki

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello! I'm Ibuki. I lived in Canada for six years, so I'm fluent in both English and Japanese.

Native
3 years teaching
Other certificate
English
★ 5.0 (790)
Not shown

Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
Hiro

Hiro

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Although I am Japanese, I have a very neutral accent.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (805)
Not shown

Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
Sae

Sae

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

I specialized in International Studies and have a strong interest in the fields of language learning and bilingualism.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (752)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
Yuki

Yuki

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello! My name is Yuki.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (757)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
Ryan

Ryan

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hi! I am half Japanese and half New Zealander.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (726)
Not shown
  • Speaks your language
Tomoki

Tomoki

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello, I'm Tomoki. I was born and raised in Japan, and I have experience living and studying in Toronto, Canada.

Native
Not listed
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (716)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
Marian

Marian

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello, I'm Marian! I lived in New York for two years while in university, where I studied Business and English.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (733)
Not shown

Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Business
Nadia

Nadia

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

I have a Bachelor of General Education and studied Education, PE, and Sports Management.

Native
3 years teaching
Teaching degree
English
★ 5.0 (665)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
Kae

Kae

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello! I'm Kae from Japan. I speak Japanese, English, and Spanish.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (581)
Rarely cancels (99% attended)

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
Toshi

Toshi

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hello, I'm Toshi! I'm a dedicated tutor with years of experience helping students succeed.

Native
3 years teaching
Language degree
English
★ 4.9 (606)
Not shown

Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
Anri

Anri

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

Hi! I’m Anri. I started taking online English lessons when I was in school.

Native
Not listed
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (494)
Not shown
  • Speaks your language
Nana

Nana

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

I am Japanese, and I grew up in China before attending university in Toronto, Canada.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (452)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
Chisa

Chisa

JapanNative

Engoo · Japan

My name is Chisa! I'm a university student studying International Business Administration.

Native
3 years teaching
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (457)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Business

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Japanese tutors by platform

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.

Tutors, prices and trial lessons by platform
PlatformTutorsMedian / hMiddle 50%Avg. ratingTrial lessonLesson length
Tusclases / FindTutors1,481$20$16–$275.0★First class free with many tutors60 min
italki1,135$18$14–$245.0★Discounted trial (30 min)30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min
AmazingTalker904$22$17–$305.0★Discounted trial (25 min)25 / 50 min
Preply862$24$18–$365.0★Discounted trial (25 min)50 min
Cafetalk696$11$7.65–$15—Discounted trial (25 min)Set by each tutor
Engoo239from $67/month—5.0★Free trial (25 min)25 min
Classgap72$24$17–$305.0★Free trial (20 min)60 min
Verbling69$31$25–$375.0★Free or discounted trial (30 min)60 min
Apprentus54$34$27–$415.0★No trial lessons60 min
Wyzant25$52$40–$705.0★No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour60 min
LanguaTalk16$30$26–$335.0★Free or discounted trial (30 min)55 min
Tutor Hunt7$56$44–$645.0★No trial lessons60 min

How much Japanese tutors charge

Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.

All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5318 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3251 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2067 tutors
10th–90th percentileMiddle 50%Median

Prices by platform

Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.

Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 1135 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 904 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 695 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $27 and $41, 54 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $70, 25 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
10th–90th percentileMiddle 50%Median

Where Japanese tutors are from

  • JapanJapan3,395 / 5,560
  • TaiwanTaiwan151 / 5,560
  • ChinaChina120 / 5,560
  • South KoreaSouth Korea63 / 5,560
  • Hong Kong SAR ChinaHong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
  • United StatesUnited States31 / 5,560
  • PhilippinesPhilippines14 / 5,560
  • SpainSpain12 / 5,560

Japanese tutors: FAQ

Yes, somewhat: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, compared with $20 for non-native tutors. We list 3,491 native speakers.

Across 5,318 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $36 per hour.

Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.00. Trials are offered on italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.

We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.

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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 29, 2026

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