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
Fun, friendly Japanese lessons for travel, daily conversation, and real life! 🇯🇵✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certificated Japanese teacher with over 5 years of teaching experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional Japanese Teacher in Tokyo | All Levels | Focus on Conversation & Culture
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
８年以上の教師経験。韓国と台湾、オンラインで日本語教師をしました。JLPTが好きです^^
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
🌱BEGINNERS welcome🌟All English OK 😊Speaking- Focused Coaching Lessons from ZERO to FLUENT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本がもっと好きになる！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Planning a trip to Japan? 🇯🇵 Learn simple & practical Japanese for travel!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
資格を持った講師と初級から日本語を学びましょう
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🥈 Friendly Japanese Tutor for Beginners 🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence 🌸 Friendly, Patient Native Teacher | Beginners Welcome
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Enjoy learning and steadily level up from beginner to advanced 🇯🇵✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
focus on Speaking| Structured Beginner Support| Europe-Based
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified tutor with working experience in various fields
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
I want you to see me as your friend, not as your teacher !
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Conversation-based Japanese lessons for beginners
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語初心者専門｜文法を積み上げて「わかる」から「話せる」へ！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🇫🇷FR/EN OK. Certified Teacher. Turn your JLPT knowledge into real Fluency & Confidence! 🗣️✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Sake Sommelier & Sumo Expert 🍶🇯🇵 Deep Culture & "Living" Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced Elementary School Teacher & Life Coach 🌱 Let’s Learn Japanese with ease and Fun
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–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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