6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
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.
4,190 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese Through Your Story｜Conversation-Focused｜Australia & 5-Star Hospitality
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun & Natural Japanese Conversation!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese for Real Communication 🗣️🌸 From N5 Beginners to Upper-Intermediate in Tokyo 🗼
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese teacher with 25+ years of real-world experience as a corporate executive
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しく一緒に日本語を勉強しましょう🍀初級文法クラスはスペイン語話者に提供していますが、フリートーククラスはどなたでも可能です🦋
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
今も学校で日本語を教えている先生です。わたしは日本語を教えるので、あなたの文化や好きなことについて教えてください。一緒に勉強していきましょう☆
Teaches A1–B2
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Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese teacher working at a public junior high school🧚🏻♀️🌈
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
“好き”を通して楽しく学べる日本語！
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Qualified Japanese teacher living in France🇫🇷
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Natural Expression!
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Master Business and Daily Conversations! Practical Japanese Lessons from a Sales Professional
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Brazil
certificated Japanese teacher with real experiences to share! Let's stdy together!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Exchanging languages and enjoying global connection
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
国家資格を持つ日本語教師です。間違えても大丈夫。安心してたくさん話してください。
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Language Teacher 5 Yrs｜Daily Conversation(A1-C1)&Grammer&Medical Terms｜Beginners Welcome🔰
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese teacher since 2020. Giving private lessons on line or face-to-face.
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence 🌱 | Learn Japanese at Your Own Pace | Beginner-Friendly🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
【英語で学べる！3ヶ月で日常会話をマスター】🇯🇵Master daily conversations in Japan in 3 months—taught in English.
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginner-Friendly Japanese Tutor 🇯🇵 | Turn What You Know into Real Conversation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Practical Japanese! Friendly Lessons supported in English & Portuguese
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
For Dreamers | Let's unlock your Japanese potential together! 🇯🇵✨
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
English Support ✔ | Friendly Japanese Conversation | Beginner to Business
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語講師養成講座420時間終了
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Connect with Locals! Patient & Gentle Japanese Lessons with a Midwife🌸 |
Teaches A1–C1
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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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
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
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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 30, 2026
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