5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,560 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
2,015 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Preply · Azerbaijan
Learn Japanese with a Friendly Sensei and Gain Confidence!
Teaches A1–C2
Classgap · Italy
Teaches A1–B2
Cafetalk · South Korea
통역 연습
Apprentus
Business & Practical Japanese | Native Tutor, Former University Professor (Japan)
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
🌸Beginner's Guide
Teaches A1–C2
Letuelezioni
Laureato in Magistrale di Lingue e Civiltà Orientali propone ripetizioni/lezioni dal livello base di lingua giapponese
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Preply
Learn Japanese with me! I hope to convey my enthusiasm and knowledge of the Japanese language.
Classgap · Spain
Teaches A1–C2
Cafetalk · China
ネイティブの発音をマスター♥
Apprentus
Casual Japanese Conversation Practice (N4 and above)
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
✨Beginners Welcome✨
Teaches A1–B1
Tusclasesparticulares
Aprende japonés real de manera amena con un profe titulado
Preply · Hong Kong SAR China
Living in Japan for 8 Years 🏠 Master Business Japanese 👌 Interpreter for Major Japanese Companies ✏️ Perfect Score on JLPT N1
Classgap · Hong Kong SAR China
Teaches A1–C2
Cafetalk · Taiwan
どんな中国語の練習がしたいですか？なんでもあり！
Apprentus
Japanese learning class for conversation and grammar!
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · China
Conversation|Fundamental|Oral
Teaches A1–A2
Tusclasesparticulares
Japonés nativo con nivel N1 (Noken). Nativo en japonés, catalán y castellano. Puedo enseñar a nivel principiante e intermedio
Preply · Peru
Japanese for Spanish speakers | Practical conversation and grammar
Classgap · Canada
Teaching: - Using additional materials i.e. video, animation, drama to increase student's learning motivation. - Sharing my working and living experiences in J…
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Taiwan
15年目の4ヶ国語訳者と一緒に惑星B612の話の始まりを読んでみよう
Apprentus
Japanese Lessons for Kids & Adults | Beginner to Advanced
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · China
🎯 Conversation ｜Prepare JLPT｜
Teaches A1–C2
Tusclasesparticulares
Clases online de japonés con profesor que vivió en Japón
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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 / 5,560Taiwan151 / 5,560China120 / 5,560South Korea63 / 5,560Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560Spain12 / 5,560SpeakDuo 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.
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Updated September 29, 2026
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