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.
3,491 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Build a Japanese Habit, See Rapid Results! 💪 Personalized plans, dedicated coaching 🏆 Say goodbye to giving up! 🎖️
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's Chat in English! (with Japanese support if you get stuck)
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 FLE | Business Japanese 💼
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
Fun Conversations for Natural Japanese Lessons 🌸
NativeCafetalk · Japan
たくさん話 して、もっと自然な日本語を話せるようになりましょう！
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
HSK
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
２０年以上日本での企業で経験をもつ講師
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
I've done a lot in life, from being an artist and running a gallery to being a tour guide and managing a café. Now, I'm excited to chat with you in Japanese!
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
Nativeitalki · Canada
Speak Japanese in 90 days / Friendly Pro Teacher Miwa
Teaches A1–B2
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…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Speak freely, have fun, and learn natural Japanese along the way!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Children (6-11)|Adults
Nativeitalki · Japan
人気語学学校のCEO。1,000人の生徒が選んだ実績。
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🇯🇵🗣️ Supporting you in Chinese and English✨ Beginners/Conversation/Travel/Interviews✅ A pro at creating classes where you can confidently "speak"
NativeCafetalk · Japan
教科書では学べない！
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
✨ Conversational Japanese 🗣
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者大大大歓迎！資格を持った日本語教師です。
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence | Beginner-Friendly & Conversational Japanese
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
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
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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
Spain12 / 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.
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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