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.
1,102 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's talk in Japanese a a lot! たくさんお話しましょう。
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【もっと自然な日本語へ🗣️】AIとネイティブ講師の私のダブルサポート！楽しく効率的に会話力を上げていきましょう🙌
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語教師国家資格保有 / 日本語学校 2002~ / italki 2022~/ビジネス日本語 2024~/外国籍児童生徒支援 2026~
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I love organic food and handicrafts. I enjoy living sustainably.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
what is your enjoyment ? cooking? traveling? driving? music? parenting? etc.. Let's talk together !!
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
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
Let’s talk in Japanese! It's OK to make Mistakes!
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese Teacher 🌸 | 2,000+ online hrs | Fun, conversation-focused lessons 🗣️
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Pass the JLPT Smarter | N5–N2 Japanese Coach
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
If you don't understand, it's OK, I'll support you until you can speak Japanese without problems.
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun Japanese Lessons with Certified Tutor Tomoko, with excellent cost-performance
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Know the words but can't speak? 🌻 Let's unlock your Japanese speaking skills! (Certified Teacher)
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Emiko Native de Tokyo 🌸よろしくおねがいします。
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語・韓国語・英語が話せる日本語教師です！
Teaches B2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher🌸 Let's enjoy talking about Music, Food & Movies!｜初心者歓迎！楽しく自然な日本語を学びましょう！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Safe Place for All🌈 | 会話練習 | 間違い訂正 | 生きた日本語 | 毎回新しい単語・表現
Teaches A2–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🔰 Beginner-Friendly + Fluent English Support! 🌸
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese like chatting with a friend—relaxed, natural, and mistakes always welcome!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
バーチャルマップを使った日本文化旅行レッスンが人気。そして日本生活を目指す人のために、長年の社会経験で培ったビジネス会話レッスンをしています。
Teaches A2–B2
Nativeitalki · Hong Kong SAR China
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
スイス🇨🇭から こんにちは！Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence | English🇺🇸 🇩🇪Ok👍
Teaches A1–B2
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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 / 5,560Hong 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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