5,508 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,508 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.
3,413 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
教育と心理のプロが教える、本気で学ぶ日本語＆JLPT🤝私のプロフィールを見てね💑
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Daily Conversation & Business Japanese with my 20 years-working experience. Español & English OK!
Teaches B1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
「Speak More, Have Fun!」 楽しくたくさん話そう！😊 大人のための会話中心の日本語レッスン｜初級〜上級
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Relaxed & Friendly Japanese Lessons ✍️ Former Editor 🇯🇵 English OK
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
OMG！日本語がどんどん話せる✨初心者〜上級まで楽しく学習🌸文化も一緒に！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Tutor for Beginners ✈️ Ex-Flight Attendant & Career Advis｜夢中になる日本語レッスン
Teaches A1–C1
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese teacher with over 3 years of teaching experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Native Japanese Tutor / 海外在住２０年以上・英会講師
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🟡ビジネス日本語のプロフェッショナル🟡JLPT合格対策🟡大学のマナー講師🟡就職の面接対策🟡ラグジュアリーブランドで10年間サービストレーナー経験
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Australia
Qualified Japanese teacher with 5+ years of experience teaching Japanese!
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん日本語で話しましょう！
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speech-Language Therapist & Japanese Teacher 🌸 Conversation・Pronunciation・Travel・Kids
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with much fun
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎯Personalized Japanese coaching for learners who want direction, structure, and real progress.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'd like to inform you about Japan. Not only language but with my Japanese point of view!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun Japanese lesson with former cabin crew✈️
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
If you're facing any difficulties while working in Japan, you can also consult us about them!
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語学校で初級〜中上級レベルを教えていました。楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう！
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT N4–N2 | Grammar to Conversation | English Support
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
資格【有】リラックスした楽しい会話レッスン☆１から始める日本語レッスン
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語教師の2種の資格を持つネイティブ講師。JLPT指導コースも修了。日本語ビギナーからJLPT指導まで幅広く、あなたのスタイルに合わせて楽しく教えます。
Teaches A1–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 |
| italki | 1,086 | $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 | 51 | $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.
Japan3,349 / 5,508
Taiwan151 / 5,508
China120 / 5,508
South Korea63 / 5,508
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,508
United States31 / 5,508
Philippines14 / 5,508
Spain12 / 5,508SpeakDuo 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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