6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
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.
4,053 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified “Japanese language teaching competency test” teacher over 6 years
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
From Health Coach to Japanese Guide — Let's Build Your Fluency Together! 🌸💪
Japanese (Japan) · likely
FindTutors
🇯🇵 Learn How To Read and Write Kanji For A Real Japanese Experience! 🏯
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語のりずむに楽しく慣れよう！
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! My name is Yasuko. I have a Bachelor of Science in Education.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
advanced Japanese conversation
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
■ビジネス日本語ではHR企業の経験や化粧品業界のセールスsectionマネージャーの経験を活かし面接対策、応募書類等の添削などを行っております!
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
EFFECTIVE, USEFUL, and ENJOYABLE lessons tailored to you!【Official Preply Language Teaching Certificate】 -All levels -Schedules are as flexible as I can (espec…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
Native Japanese speaker based in London with experience working in bilingual international environments
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's talk freely♪ Your life, family, hobbies ,schools, dream Japanese culture etc
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I lived in Canada for a year, an experience that helped me discover the joy of speaking English.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Basic Japanese｜Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun Japanese lesson with Jolly Japanese tutor🇯🇵🇵🇭
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
A must for anyone who loves Japanese travel and culture!🇯🇵 A Preply-certified tutor who loves Tokyo and Kyoto will help you with your trip ✈️ Supporting you wi…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
I am a native Japanese speaker and have a passion for teaching Japanese.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
幼児さんから大人までのHalloween特別レッスンです！ハロウィントピックで絵本読みやお歌、ゲームなどを楽しみます☆
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I learned English on my own without studying abroad.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
💎2000⁺ lessons | all levels💎
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak natural Japanese with confidence! Improve your pronunciation & pitch accent 😊
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
80% of My Students Start from Zero! 🌸 Study with a Qualified Japanese Teacher It’s okay to make mistakes ✨ I will support each learner fully and at your own pa…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
FindTutors
I'm a native Japanese speaker who loves helping learners feel confident and comfortable using real, natural Japanese!
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
【Camera off is OK】Practice Pronunciation, Listening, and Conversation with Japanese News
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Master's degree in Linguistics.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
English/Chinese OK!
Teaches A1–C2
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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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
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
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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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