5,333 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,333 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.
3,245 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn About Japan Through Fun Conversations‼️English OK🌸
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本在住の外国人や帰国子女の学生さん。学校の国語についていくのが難しいと感じることがありますか。どうしたら速く正確に読めるのか、あなたのレベルに合わせて丁寧にサポートいたします。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
✈️ Cabin Crew | Conversational
NativePreply · Japan
From Textbook Japanese to Real-Life Japanese 🚀🌕Output-focused lessons that take you from I want to speak, but the words won't come out to I'm speaking naturall…
Nativeitalki · Japan
Build Your Japanese Confidence Through Conversation！
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Speak freely, have fun, and learn natural Japanese along the way!
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Children (6-11)|Adults
NativePreply · Japan
🇯🇵🗣️ Supporting you in Chinese and English✨ Beginners/Conversation/Travel/Interviews✅ A pro at creating classes where you can confidently "speak"
Nativeitalki · France
Be fluent in Japanese! | Conversation Practice | Bilingual JP/EN | Friendly & Relaxed Lessons
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
教科書では学べない！
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
✨ Conversational Japanese 🗣
Teaches A1–B1
NativePreply · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence | Beginner-Friendly & Conversational Japanese
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
現場でそのまま役立つ！あなた の職場に合わせた実践ビジネス日本語を完全マスター
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
👩🏫 Kids English | Conversatio
NativePreply · Japan
No worries about making mistakes! Let's learn natural Japanese like you're chatting with a Japanese friend!
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese teacher since 2025 teaching from A1 to all level
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Japanese Lessons Made for You！ Study exactly what you need, when you need it.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Teaching | Business English
NativePreply · Japan
I have experience teaching Japanese to international students! Let's learn Japanese at your own pace, whether it's for JLPT, business Japanese, or everyday con…
Nativeitalki · Japan
30YRS EXP | 🏅4 Licenses (Govt-Certified & English) | Slides, Cards, Videos & Puppets📹🧸📚✨
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
「日本語を勉強したいけれど、何から始めればいいか分からない」そんな方へ。 まずは日本人と気軽に話してみましょう！
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Educational Counselor | Kids
NativePreply · Japan
Let’s graduate from not feeling confident speaking 🎓Some students gained confidence in just 2 weeks from complete beginner level🏅｜Speak from your first lesson…
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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 | 915 | $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 | 47 | $34 | $27–$42 | 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.
Japan3,184 / 5,333
Taiwan151 / 5,333
China118 / 5,333
South Korea63 / 5,333
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,333
United States31 / 5,333
Philippines14 / 5,333
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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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