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.
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello everyone, my name is Misa. I know how difficult it is to master new languages, and I'd love to support you in keeping your motivation up.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Certified teacher, English OK
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸A Calm, Supportive Space to Learn Japanese – From Zero to N3🌸
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
＼Let's make our dreams come true together in Japanese❤️🔥／ We will create a curriculum that suits you and run with you from goal setting to achieving it.
Nachhilfeunterricht
Japanische Muttersprachlerin unterrichtet Japanisch online in Mannheim! – für Reisen, Alltag und Sprachprüfungen
Japanese (Japan) · likely
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
楽（たの）しくリラックスした雰囲気（ふんいき）で日本語（にほんご）で会話（かいわ）しましょう！
NativeEngoo · Japan
I lived in the U.S. for about 20 years and currently reside in Tokyo, Japan.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🏝️5500+ Lessons, Eng OK
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
9/27(日)はレッスンをお休みさせていただきます。よろしくお願いします。
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
✨🌸Let’s start Japanese lessons where you’ll say “I can speak it now!” more and more!🌸✨ Let’s have fun while learning and master real Japanese you can actually…
Nachhilfeunterricht
Japanese Tutor; I can teach people at any level, from kids to adults :)
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
国際交流基金の「いろどり 生活の日本語」という教科書を使ってたくさん聞いたり話したりします。
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I studied abroad in the United States and have extensive experience as a translator on an international cruise, which took me to over 40 countries.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Certified | Beginner–Expert
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced online Japanese teacher!経験豊富な日本語教師です♪( ´▽｀)
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese tutor with experience teaching students from over 20 countries 🌸 I support learners from beginner to advanced levels 🌷 Enjoy lessons where you can lea…
Nachhilfeunterricht
Japanisch lernen mit Muttersprachelerin - Online-Unterricht fur Anfanger&Fortgeschrittene
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
今までに勉強した単語や文法を使って自由に会話してみましょう
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Bachelor of Education. I've been tutoring English for more than 15 years; tutoring languages is my passion.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Talk!Talk!Talk😄たくさん会話をしよう
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I speak soft and polite Japanese.
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 | 1,135 | $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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