6,828 tutors · 12 platforms
4,995 of the 6,828 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
Learn Real Japanese with a Friendly Native Speaker
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese tutor with 4+ years' experience | Beginner to JLPT | Custom slides & quizzes
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
I’m here to support motivated learners, no matter what stage you’re at:) 学びたい方を、幅広くサポートします！ （※幅＝はば）
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real-Life Japanese, Taught with Care | Beginners to JLPT | Online Specialist
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ Master Japanese for Travel, Work, Exams & Hobbies—Tailored & Fun Lessons with Ayano! 🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
US-based Japanese tutor 🇺🇸 | Friendly, supportive lessons for all levels ✨
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
From Textbook Japanese to REAL Japanese 🌸| Let's Talk!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
「日本語で話がはずむ」が叶うレッスン🗣️💭｜2,400レッスン｜50人以上の指導実績
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌎世界中を旅したYuina先生と、楽しく日本語を話そう！🇯🇵
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
★プロサーフィンコーチの資格を持つ登録日本語教員。フリートークが得意です^0^
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanisch lernen ganz entspannt: Mit deutscher Unterstützung in unseren Sessions!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
会話中心の楽しい日本語レッスン🌸日常会話や日本旅行で使える日本語を、あなたのレベルに合わせて練習しましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
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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 | 1,518 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 981 | $22 | $17–$29 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 791 | $12 | $8.42–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 265 | 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 | 34 | $54 | $45–$78 | 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 | $53 | $41–$63 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,462 / 6,828
Taiwan166 / 6,828
China157 / 6,828
South Korea82 / 6,828
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828
United States40 / 6,828
Italy19 / 6,828
Brazil16 / 6,828SpeakDuo 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 November 12, 2026
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