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Native Japanese speakers teaching online

4,990 of the 6,824 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.

$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$28
Typical range
$6.00
Trial lesson
4,990
on 12 platforms

Compare Japanese tutors

3,329 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.

Atsuko

Atsuko

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Nationally registered Japanese language teacher who can provide you customized lessons

Native
10 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
Official exam examiner
English +1
★ 5.0 (80)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Yuna

Yuna

JapanNative

italki · Japan

✨Natural Expression 自然な表現 💬Customized Lesson 一人ひとりに合わせたレッスン 🇺🇸ENG OK 英語OK

Native
2,000+ lessons
None listed
English +7
★ 4.9 (84)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
RIKU

RIKU

JapanNative

italki · Japan

RIKU🏋FROM BEGINNER TO ADVANCED LEARNER🙋‍♂EXPERIENCED JAPANESE TEACHER😎

Native
6 yrs · 500+ lessons
None listed
English +2
★ 5.0 (81)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Yoshikoيوشيكو

Yoshikoيوشيكو

JapanNative

italki · Japan

【Beginners are also welcome😊】Relaxed Japanese Café Talk ☕ Real Conversation with Clear Feedback

Native
500+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (79)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
  • Everyday admin & immigration
Sean

Sean

JapanNative

italki · Japan

日本語学校で講師をしています。日本語文法を楽しく学ぶことができます。上級者にはMini Debateがお勧めです!他には大学院の研究計画書、志望理由書、教授へのメール添削などのご要望にお応えします。

Native
1,000+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +1
★ 5.0 (79)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Miki

Miki

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Certified Japanese teacher with over 4 years of experience both online and at school

Native
4 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
Official exam examiner
English +1
★ 5.0 (79)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners

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Akiko

Akiko

JapanNative

italki · Japan

あなたのペースにあわせて丁寧にレッスンをします。 We’ll take it step by step, at a pace that suits you.

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (78)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
肝付

肝付

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Friendly Native Japanese Teacher | Beginners, Conversation, JLPT & Business Japanese やさしく楽しく学べる日本語レッ

Native
1,000+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (80)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Misato

Misato

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Currently on maternity leave. Will be back in 2028!

Native
10 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
Language degree
English +1
★ 5.0 (78)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Kids
  • Beginners
Akina

Akina

JapanNative

italki · Japan

【にほんご・にちじょうかいわ】はじめましてのかおあわせ

Native
10 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 4.8 (90)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Haruka

Haruka

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Native
15 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
Other certificate
English
★ 5.0 (76)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Kiko

Kiko

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Learn natural Japanese for conversation & JLPT|Clear grammar in English 👍

Native
5 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
Teaching degree
English +2
★ 5.0 (75)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Yuka

Yuka

JapanNative

italki · Japan

日本語講師10年↑📚 4000回以上のレッスン👩‍🏫 日本語学校勤務6年半🏫 日本語教師資格有り✏️ JLPT N5〜N1 OK🇯🇵

Native
10 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
Professional teacher
Chinese +2
★ 5.0 (75)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Yasuhito

Yasuhito

JapanNative

italki · Japan

10年以上の指導経験と資格で、あなたの日本語をサポートします!(Over 10 years of experience helping students master Japanese.)

Native
10 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English +2
★ 5.0 (74)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Nana

Nana

JapanNative

italki · Japan

YouTube:「なな先生」「NANA-SENSEI」 ぜひ見(み)てください:)주로 한국말로 얘기하고 있습니다!

Native
2,000+ lessons
Teaching degree
Korean
★ 5.0 (75)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2

  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Mitsuo

Mitsuo

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Music composer, arranger, and player being interested in a variety of things🎵Feel free to stop by😊

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
English +4
★ 5.0 (73)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Makoto

Makoto

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Extremely friendly teacher with 2.5 years of teaching experience

Native
2 yrs · 200+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (73)
Replies to 99% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
いっせい先生

いっせい先生

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Music(音楽おんがくOnagaku), Anime(アニメあにめ), Sports(スポーツすぽーつ), Movies(映画えいがEiga)🇯🇵🗼🏯

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
Spanish +2
★ 5.0 (73)
Replies to 96% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Asami

Asami

JapanNative

italki · Japan

🌸 Japanese for Complete Beginners 🇯🇵 | Start from Hiragana 📚 | Speak with Confidence ✨

Native
200+ lessons
None listed
English +1
★ 5.0 (72)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Beginners
Emika

Emika

JapanNative

italki · Japan

Beginner to Advanced | Certified in 🇦🇺 | English ✅ | Learn Japanese with Personalized Lessonsn🐈

Native
1,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English +1
★ 5.0 (72)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Beginners
Yuko

Yuko

JapanNative

italki · Japan

✨Premium Japanese Lessons for KIDS & TEENS✨Ages 6-18 /Adults Welcome! Experienced|2,400+ lessons

Native
20 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
Other certificate · verified
English
★ 5.0 (72)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Business
  • Kids
  • Beginners
Yuka

Yuka

JapanNative

italki · Japan

☆If you want to improve your Japanese Speaking skills, Welcome!☆

Native
500+ lessons
None listed
English
★ 5.0 (71)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Kids
  • Beginners
Emi

Emi

JapanNative

italki · Japan

💮 All levels are welcome! (👶For those who have zero experience to who need Business Japanese🧑‍💼)

Native
1,000+ lessons
TEFL/TESOL certificate
English +2
★ 5.0 (71)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners
Maki

Maki

JapanNative

italki · Japan

I have over 20 years of experience in teaching Japanese.

Native
20 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
Professional teacher
English +1
★ 5.0 (71)
Replies to 100% of messages

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Speaks your language
  • Exam prep
  • Business
  • Beginners

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Japanese tutors by platform

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.

Tutors, prices and trial lessons by platform
PlatformTutorsMedian / hMiddle 50%Avg. ratingTrial lessonLesson length
italki2,150$20$15–$265.0★Discounted trial (30 min)30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min
Tusclases / FindTutors1,516$20$16–$275.0★First class free with many tutors60 min
AmazingTalker985$22$16–$295.0★Discounted trial (25 min)25 / 50 min
Preply862$24$18–$365.0★Discounted trial (25 min)50 min
Cafetalk786$12$8.53–$15—Discounted trial (25 min)Set by each tutor
Engoo266from $67/month—5.0★Free trial (25 min)25 min
Classgap76$21$17–$305.0★Free trial (20 min)60 min
Verbling69$31$25–$385.0★Free or discounted trial (30 min)60 min
Apprentus58$34$26–$425.0★No trial lessons60 min
Wyzant32$51$45–$735.0★No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour60 min
LanguaTalk16$28$26–$335.0★Free or discounted trial (30 min)55 min
Tutor Hunt8$52$40–$625.0★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 $28, 6555 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 4723 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $13 and $27, 1832 tutors
10th–90th percentileMiddle 50%Median

Prices by platform

Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.

italki
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $26, 2150 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1514 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $16 and $29, 985 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$12Middle 50% between $8.53 and $15, 785 tutors
Classgap
$21Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 76 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $38, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $26 and $42, 58 tutors
Wyzant
$51Middle 50% between $45 and $73, 32 tutors
LanguaTalk
$28Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $62, 8 tutors
10th–90th percentileMiddle 50%Median

Where Japanese tutors are from

  • JapanJapan4,461 / 6,824
  • TaiwanTaiwan165 / 6,824
  • ChinaChina158 / 6,824
  • South KoreaSouth Korea82 / 6,824
  • Hong Kong SAR ChinaHong Kong SAR China56 / 6,824
  • United StatesUnited States40 / 6,824
  • ItalyItaly19 / 6,824
  • BrazilBrazil16 / 6,824

Japanese tutors: FAQ

Yes, somewhat: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, compared with $20 for non-native tutors. We list 4,990 native speakers.

Across 6,555 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $37 per hour.

Yes. The median trial lesson costs $6.00. 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 November 13, 2026

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