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.
3,545 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun, conversational Japanese lessons with an Osaka-native & Germany-based tutor
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Tutor (2+ Yrs) | English Support
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【中上級者向け】自然な日常会話＆元IT企業のビジネス日本語 / Advanced Japanese: Casual & Business
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
しょしんしゃ だいかんげい｜こうしけいけん 5ねん🌸Beginner-Friendly Japanese | 5 Years as a Language Teacher
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's enjoy learning Real-Life Japanese for Work & Daily Life
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
話すたびに日本語が好きになる時間～ 気軽に話してしっかり身につく日本語
Teaches A1–C2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak More, Learn More! Build confidence through conversation.
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Fun & easy Japanese lessons! ・University & Australia teaching experience ・Beginners welcome! 😊
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Me ☕ | Beginner Friendly~楽しく日本語を学ぼう~
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨あなたが日本語を使って、かなえたい夢はどんなことですか✨
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Teacher | 11+ Yrs in University Int'l Center & Global Business Background!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced in India | Patient & Friendly Japanese Lessons with a teacher from Kansai area
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
High-context Japanese communication for business and professional settings
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real conversation, real Japanese 🗣️💬 Let’s practice Japanese in a relaxed and friendly space 🇯🇵
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
UK born Japanese Native teacher. With over 18 years of experience living in Japan. Fluent in English
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese for Study, Work & Life in Japan 日本で学ぶ・働く・暮らすための実践的な日本語
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Konnichiwa! I'm certificated teaching Japanese Lessons for beginner to master.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しく話せるあなたの日本語パートナー！！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
まちがえても大丈夫です ❕ 私は、ゆっくり・わかりやすく話します ❣
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2 –C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたの日本語を試したい人、お話に来てください！フリートークが得意なわたしがお待ちしています✨
Teaches A2–C1
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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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