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
😰 Know Japanese, but afraid to speak? 🧡 No pressure, no perfection — relaxed, practical Japanese!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun & Interactive Lessons! | Explore Japanese Culture with certified tutor!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
All Levels Welcome! Lessons available in English! Experienced 1000+ lessons🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
プロ講師🇯🇵日本で生活・仕事を目指す方のための日本語コーチ 🌿｜力を徹底サポート 🏢✨｜初心者から上級者まで全レベル対応・一人ひとりの目標に合わせたレッスン！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語会話の練習用レッスン
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
【旅行会話✈️JLPT試験対策💬日本語面接👔】 🌟資格保持の講師による徹底レッスン！！🌟
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Australia
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
How many charms of Japan do you know? Let’s test your knowledge with my Hourly Japan Quiz! Utilizing
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese Lessons: Free talk & Basics 日本語ネイティブスピーカーと楽しく日本語で話そう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Passionate for teaching Japanese and Japanese culture.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
２年の日本語教師経験＊Jap. ⇔ Eng. 翻訳経験あります
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
海外生活経験者！アメリカで2年半の講師歴あり。英語でのサポートもできます！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
オンライン/アメリカで1年の日本語指導経験があります。(初級〜上級まで)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者大歓迎☆「わからない」を「楽しい！」に変えるレッスン♫
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸NEW STUDENTS WELCOME🌸 Certified Japanese Teacher Working in Global Corporate Japan
Japanese (KS) · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎖️資格を持った日本語教師で10年以上の経験があります👩🏻🏫
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
（教員経験あり・英語対応可能）どんどん話せる！🗣️✨あなたの日本語力をアップデートしましょう！初心者も大歓迎！楽しく学んで自然な日本語を身につけよう😊
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
アニメ・漫画が好きな方、そして一般的な日本語学習の方、どちらも大歓迎です。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん話すこと重視！日本でのマナー・ビジネスで使う日本語の相談歓迎
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【English OK】Friendly & Loves Beginners! | Welcoming Both Kids and Adults!
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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