5,246 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,246 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $4.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
3,164 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Learn Kansai Dialect! Fun Japanese Lessons - Explanations in English & Korean Available!
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly bilingual tutor with over 3 years of teaching experience
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginners Welcome! 🔰 5 Yrs Experience at Japanese Language School! Clear explanations in English & Japanese 👍 Love Japan even more ♡ Join fun, practical lesson…
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者を教えるのが得意です♪ 英語OK♪ GENKIを使います！
Teaches A1
NativePreply · Japan
Certified tutor with the 420 hours Japanese teaching course🌞
Nativeitalki · Pakistan
資格を持った日本語教師です。目標を達成するために一緒に楽しく学びましょう。
Teaches A1–B2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativePreply · Japan
⭐️Support available in Korean and English! ⭐️Customized lessons tailored to each student, thanks to my experience as a current teacher and materials developer!…
Nativeitalki · Japan
15年以上の指導経験をもつ資格者があなたをポートします^^
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
More Than Japanese: A Communication Experience with a Native Teacher
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1 –C2
NativePreply · Japan
I'm a Japanese teacher with 30 years of experience! I can guide you from the basics of the kana to JLPT prep, business conversation, and interview coaching. ⭐️…
Nativeitalki · Japan
★★楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう＼(^o^)／★★ 日本語教師養成講座(420H)修了 今まで勉強した日本語で会話の練習をしたい方は楽しく会話をしましょう！！
Teaches B1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
I have 10 years of experience at a Japanese language school.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese Teacher | 10+ Years' Experience
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
It's okay to make mistakes. Getting used to Japanese while talking is the quickest way!
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C1
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Conversation & Free Talk
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん会話しながら記憶に定着させましょう✨🎵多听多说✨✨
Teaches A2–C1
NativePreply · Japan
I’m here to fully support your passion for idols! 📔✏️ Let’s naturally master Japanese together!
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese, Osaka Style! Let’s chat
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Learn through what you love! I'll guide you every step of the way with clear, science-backed learning.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Business Japanese Instructor with Over 20 Years of Experience Working in Japanese Companies
Teaches B2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Learn real everyday Japanese from someone who talks to people from all over the world every day
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Conversation through Food and Culture
Teaches B1–C2
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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 |
| 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 |
| italki | 832 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 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 | 43 | $34 | $27–$44 | 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.
Japan3,105 / 5,246
Taiwan151 / 5,246
China116 / 5,246
South Korea63 / 5,246
Hong Kong SAR China52 / 5,246
United States31 / 5,246
Philippines14 / 5,246
Spain12 / 5,246SpeakDuo 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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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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