6,828 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,828 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $6.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
4,999 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginner Specialist | Minna no Nihongo | Speak with Confidence
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher since 2017 | Practical Conversation, JLPT & Business Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
3 yrs+ experience of working in Japanese company and current Japanese teacher for Japanese students
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
From beginners to advanced students, I will customize a lesson just for you !
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese speaker from Tokyo, Japan.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
フリートークで実際に使える日本語を教えます
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese for Real Life & Work 🇯🇵 | Conversation Support in English
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
100% Japanese teacher
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Learn Japanese with a Friendly Bilingual Tutor with a Background in Linguistics!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
＜「Nozomi（希望・きぼう）」という名のように希望や自信を届ける先生 ＞
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese|Former Tour Guide|English & French Support|Travel & Everyday Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌿 Speak Natural Japanese with a Friendly Expert Teacher ⭐️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Practical Japanese for Real Communication⭐️伝える日本語、伝わる日本語⭐️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸Gentle Japanese Lessons with English/Spanish Support
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語講師｜初心者OK・会話中心・留学サポート経験あり | Apoyo en estudios y visas en Japón
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Talk About Movies, Music & Real Life — Natural Japanese, Not Textbook 🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸対面レッスン２年以上の経験有🌸実用会話🌸Goal-Oriented🌸N3以上
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Anime/Manga Lover🌸 Fun & real Japanese(EN/ES OK)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun&Safe-space🍀Japanese Class/Culture differences✴️Language lovers
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
9+ Years Exp| 8 Years in Language Schools | Beginner Specialist
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Jump Into Fun & Easy Japanese Lessons - English-Friendly Support!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
友達みたいな大阪人先生😀楽しく話して自然な日本語を身につけよう‼︎
Japanese (KS) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
国際的なホスピタリティ業界で１４年の実績あり！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun, Friendly & Certified – Your JLPT Success Starts Here!!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,164 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 | 2,164 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,513 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 989 | $22 | $16–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 766 | $12 | $8.23–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 277 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 77 | $21 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$38 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 32 | $51 | $45–$80 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $24–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 7 | $56 | $45–$65 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,471 / 6,828
Taiwan164 / 6,828
China156 / 6,828
South Korea81 / 6,828
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828
United States39 / 6,828
Italy20 / 6,828
Philippines19 / 6,828SpeakDuo 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 October 24, 2026
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