Hinano
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$15/h
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6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
Online Japanese tutors, compared
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.
$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$27
Typical range
$5.50
Trial lesson
6,091
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
4,190 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Kazuma
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
Noriko
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
MUTSUMI
Nativeitalki · Japan
Build confident, natural Japanese speaking 🌸 Practical lessons for all levels!
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Hiro
Nativeitalki · Japan
英語サポートあり🔰日本語を学ぶと、あなたの世界が広がります！
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$18/h
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Riho
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun, conversational Japanese lessons with an Osaka-native & Germany-based tutor
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Everyday admin & immigration
$20/h
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Mana
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Tutor (2+ Yrs) | English Support
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$22/h
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Nana
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
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
Reiko
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
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Maho
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's enjoy learning Real-Life Japanese for Work & Daily Life
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Everyday admin & immigration
Tomoko
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
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$23/h
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Mai
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak More, Learn More! Build confidence through conversation.
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$24/h
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Yuri
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Fun & easy Japanese lessons! ・University & Australia teaching experience ・Beginners welcome! 😊
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
MIKO
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Me ☕ | Beginner Friendly~楽しく日本語を学ぼう~
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
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Reina
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✨
- Native
- 3 lessons
- Teaching degree · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
$16/h
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Tomoya
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Teacher | 11+ Yrs in University Int'l Center & Global Business Background!
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$35/h
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Hiroto
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced in India | Patient & Friendly Japanese Lessons with a teacher from Kansai area
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
Noriko
Nativeitalki · Japan
High-context Japanese communication for business and professional settings
- Native
- New tutor
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$35/h
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Misaki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real conversation, real Japanese 🗣️💬 Let’s practice Japanese in a relaxed and friendly space 🇯🇵
- Native
- 20 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$30/h
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Tomoya
Nativeitalki · Japan
UK born Japanese Native teacher. With over 18 years of experience living in Japan. Fluent in English
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$32/h
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Kenta
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
- Native
- 8 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$18/h
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MISHIRO
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
$15/h
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azu
Nativeitalki · Japan
Konnichiwa! I'm certificated teaching Japanese Lessons for beginner to master.
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
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emiko
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しく話せるあなたの日本語パートナー！！
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$13/h
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5846 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3947 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $26, 1899 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
italki
$19Middle 50% between $15 and $25, 1635 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $26, 1482 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 922 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 698 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $27 and $41, 56 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $43 and $70, 27 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- 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
Italy15 / 6,091
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Across 5,846 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $36 per hour.
Cafetalk has the lowest median price for Japanese tutors in our data: $11 per hour, and a quarter of its tutors charge $7.65 or less.
Not really: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, while non-native tutors charge $20. We list 4,190 native speakers.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.50. Trials are offered on italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We track 6,091 Japanese tutors on italki, Tusclases / FindTutors, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo. italki has the most choice, with 1,635 tutors.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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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 30, 2026
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