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Online Japanese tutors, compared

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.

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Median / hour
$14–$27
Typical range
$5.00
Trial lesson
5,560
on 12 platforms

Compare Japanese tutors

2,015 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.

Nao

Nao

FindTutors

Lesson for beginners to pre-intermediate student who is interested in Japanese. My lesson is specialized in beginner and elementary level student so If you are…

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Aki

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I would like to teach Japanese to child or adult.

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Emily

Emily

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I consider myself to be highly organised, responsible, and punctual. During my time at university, I consistently met all deadlines without exception. In my pe…

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Rio

Rio

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I am someone who loves communicating and I will tailor lessons to the students level

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Yoshi

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Would you like to know how to speak real Japanese with native speaker?

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Yoshi

FindTutors

Would you like to practice how to speak real Japanese like native speakers? Then, I can help you!!

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Alan

Alan

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I am an experienced teacher relevant qualifications in the subjects I offer to children and adults

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Kemuri

Kemuri

FindTutors

Japanese Teacher Online / Grammer, Conversation, Culture and Literature.

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Mayuko

Mayuko

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My name is Mayuko. I am from Kanagawa in Japan. I teach Japanese from beginners to advanced learners.

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Shunki

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I’m a UK university student from Japan. I can teach a wide range of students from beginners to advanced.

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Eoin

Eoin

FindTutors

My lessons are aimed at beginner - intermediate learners of Japanese N5-N3 Creative and energetic teacher of Japanese.

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Aya

Aya

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Thinking about learning Japanese? Or may be you have already started and looking to level up but need help? I am here to help

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Nobuyuki

Nobuyuki

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I'm a native Japanese living in the UK

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Koko

Koko

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Are you looking for an English speaking Japanese native speaker?🇯🇵🇬🇧 I would love to help you learn Japanese 😊

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Stephanie

Stephanie

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I would describe myself as a knowledgeable and energetic teacher. I have a creative style of teaching that can cater to students.

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Sakura

Sakura

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Japanese tutors for all ages and beginners as well

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Katy

Katy

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Focused on conversational Japanese for all levels of learners

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Cian

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I am ambitious and driven. I like change and always set my goals. I am passionate to help all students who aim to go to Japan and have interests in Japanese cu…

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Kotoko

Kotoko

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I would describe myself as a patient, enthusiastic, and dedicated individual with a passion for helping others learn and grow.

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Maria

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I am happy to study together with students who would like to learn new things! I will try to create an environment where students can feel welcomed and motivat…

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Luna

Luna

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Hi there:) My name is Luna from Japan. Let’s have a chat casually in Japanese (Im not an anime girl sorry)

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Ana

Ana

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Have you ever wondered what it really means to study Japanese? If you'd like to start but don't know where to start, start with me

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Yui

Yui

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I describe myself as energetic but also calm and patient. I would like to deliver lessons to pupils and students

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Yuka

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I give private lessons tailored to your level and learning needs.

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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, 3305 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2013 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

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Japanese tutors: FAQ

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.

Cafetalk has the lowest median price for Japanese tutors in our data: $11 per hour, and a quarter of its tutors charge $7.65 or less.

Not really: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, while non-native tutors charge $20. We list 3,545 native speakers.

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 track 5,560 Japanese tutors on Tusclases / FindTutors, italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo. Tusclases / FindTutors has the most choice, with 1,481 tutors.

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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