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.
797 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
I will teach you Japanese and the Kansai dialect in a fun and serious way. Let's learn together!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Certified🏅3 yrs exp.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【元看護師の会社員（Former nurse and company employee）】 フリートーク・ビジネス日本語・医療日本語もOK！自然で伝わる日本語を一緒に学びましょう🌷
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Ex Tour guide🇯🇵,Translater📕,Business Assistant💻 in Japan
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Naturally with a Native Speaker!
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
👑6klessons/Convo/JLPT/Kids/Biz
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A2–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎖️上級 📚JLPT N2/N1 👔面接 🏢ビジネス日本語 🤗 日本語学習のBuddy 🤝
Teaches B1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Become a 'Confident Speaker'! I offer the 'Safest Space' to find your voice. As a Preply Certified Tutor with 3+ years as a therapist and 6 years as an executi…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Before taking a full lesson, we will discuss about what kind of studying methods you should use and what textbooks would be preferable. I will also recommend y…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Qualified Teacher🥇Eng OK!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
有资格的，拥有15年的教学经验，也能用中文解释日语语法.I am a qualified Japanese language teacher with 15 years of experience.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Achieve your Japanese goals with expert-led lessons. Whether for travel, conversation, or business, advance your skills with clear guidance.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Lets talk about business in Japanese
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Starter~Business,Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Conversation | Speak Naturally, Express Yourself Clearly
Teaches B1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Over 1,100 lessons of experience — speak real Japanese in 6 months 🇯🇵 Restarting your studies Welcome back! Personalized lessons for every level, from chat 🗣️…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's talk japanese with me!!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Oral|Travel
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Nationally Certified Japanese Teacher | Classroom & Business Experience | Culture & Nature Lover
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
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
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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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