Hana
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しく会話をしましょう🎶
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- Korean +1
- ★ 5.0 (62)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
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6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
Online Japanese tutors, compared
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,091 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$27
Typical range
$5.50
Trial lesson
6,091
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
4,190 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Koshi T.
NativePreply · Japan
Learn Japanese from a two time Top Sales Award winner at one of Japan's largest e-commerce companies. Speak real Japanese in 6 months.
- Native
- 3 yrs · 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$22/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Mai
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎌 Japanese | Conversation ✨
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +4
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$12/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.10
Midori A
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s Chat in Japanese at your own pace!
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.46
Tomoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
I am a Japanese teacher specializing in kids. / 专门教孩子的日语老师
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- Chinese
- ★ 5.0 (62)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B1
- Kids
- Beginners
$40/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Megumi S.
NativePreply · Japan
State-certified Japanese teacher with German language skills
- Native
- 1 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- German
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
$25/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $11
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岩本尚美
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Basic|Beginner
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$20/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.80
Miki.Oz
NativeCafetalk · Japan
はじめての方、是非お申し込みください！ あなたに合った介護の日本語を一緒に考える15分
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
小島
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (63)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Nanomi T.
NativePreply · Japan
👋 Say goodbye to studying Japanese alone! 🫶🏻 Let’s learn together in a fun and supportive environment where you can build confidence while chatting like friend…
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$14/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
ACTOR_Mckie
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Effective lessons using acting
- Native
- 7 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$20/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.50
Mimi.T
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Enjoy speaking Japanese in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere♪
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.91
Kikumi
Nativeitalki · United Kingdom
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (63)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Renki N.
NativePreply · Japan
Learn Japanese with an Overseas University Student — Anime, Slang & Natural Japanese with English Support
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$20/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.50
ちゃんしん
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 TESOL | Conversation 👶
- Native
- 8 lessons
- Not listed
- English +3
- ★ 4.0 (1)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Kids
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.10
Mari.mari
NativeCafetalk · Japan
It’s not just about learning Japanese. Let’s enjoy chatting about life, the things we love, and wonderful memories from the past♪
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Speaks your language
Azumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌱 Studied Japanese but still struggle to speak? Turn what you know into real conversation.
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (61)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Yuhi S.
NativePreply · Japan
Build a Japanese Habit, See Rapid Results! 💪 Personalized plans, dedicated coaching 🏆 Say goodbye to giving up! 🎖️
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
喜村悠加
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓日本語教育能力検定試験｜会話・ビジネス💼
- Native
- 5 lessons
- Professional teacher
- No other language listed
- ★ 3.0 (1)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Business
- Kids
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.10
Akari M
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's Chat in English! (with Japanese support if you get stuck)
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Speaks your language
$20/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.46
misako
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌷 Let's master natural Japanese 🌷 beginners welcome! relax, casual, logical, certified teacher
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (61)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Reina H.
NativePreply · Japan
Fun Conversations for Natural Japanese Lessons 🌸
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Noriko
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Japanese | Conversational Ko
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$12/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $2.20
Miyuki SS
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！
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
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Japanese tutors by platform
Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,635 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| italki | 1,635 | $19 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,484 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 922 | $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 | 699 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 242 | 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 | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 27 | $52 | $43–$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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5846 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3947 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $26, 1899 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
italki
$19Middle 50% between $15 and $25, 1635 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $26, 1482 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 922 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 698 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, 56 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $43 and $70, 27 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan3,870 / 6,091
Taiwan153 / 6,091
China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
Italy15 / 6,091
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Across 5,846 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 4,190 native speakers.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.50. Trials are offered on italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We track 6,091 Japanese tutors on italki, Tusclases / FindTutors, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo. italki has the most choice, with 1,635 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 30, 2026
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