Marina
Nativeitalki · Japan
3月1日から、しばらく産休・育休に入ります。
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$16/h
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5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
Online Japanese tutors, compared
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.
$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$27
Typical range
$5.00
Trial lesson
5,560
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
1,102 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Taya
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let’s immerse ourselves in a world of only Japanese .Want to use Japanese at work？Study together!
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$22/h
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Yoshimi_芳未
Nativeitalki · Japan
Welcome to Business Japanese!
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$14/h
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Mai
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'm a former nursery teacher.I will teach gently. Adults and children are welcome！
- Native
- 27 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
$12/h
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miwa
Nativeitalki · Japan
【한국어 가능】韓国語ができる日本語の先生｜韓国の語学院で3年間勤務
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Korean
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
$23/h
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Keiko
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん話しましょう！Let's talk and talk and talk!
- Native
- 36 lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$20/h
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Ayano
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Replies to 84% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$11/h
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Hiromi
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (7)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
$11/h
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kazu
Nativeitalki · Japan
I learned how to teach Japanese in Japan and the United States.
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 4.5 (8)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
$14/h
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Chisako
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 はじめての日本語も安心｜現役日本語学校教師がやさしくサポートします！
- Native
- 19 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
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Takako
Nativeitalki · Japan
表現力を広げる会話中心の日本語レッスン🗣️+18年のビジネス経験でサポート！
- Native
- 26 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$60/h
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Kana
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Teacher|English Support Included|Feedback after every lesson📝✨
- Native
- 21 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
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Yuki
Nativeitalki · Japan
🗣️ Friendly Japanese tutor | リラックスして話せる😊 No pressure & natural conversation practice 💬
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 97% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
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ana
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginner-friendly 🌸 Real Japanese conversation 🇯🇵 English support available ✨
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$18/h
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本間友香
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
$10/h
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Nana
Nativeitalki · Japan
Your Japanese Journey Starts Here 🇯🇵 😊 | 🌱Beginner–Advanced | GENKI / QUARTET/JLPT and more🌸
- Native
- 45 lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$23/h
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Aiko
Nativeitalki · Japan
フランス語OK！カフェのようにお茶をしながら、楽しくリラックスして日本語でおしゃべりしましょう！
- Native
- 25 lessons
- Not listed
- French +1
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
Yuka
Nativeitalki · Japan
Conversation-focused Japanese Lessons for Intermediate to Advanced Learners
- Native
- 33 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$15/h
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Melissa
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese teacher with C1 level of English and 7+ years of business experience
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 94% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$14/h
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Ryo
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese Through Your Story｜Conversation-Focused｜Australia & 5-Star Hospitality
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$38/h
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Aoi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun & Natural Japanese Conversation!
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$18/h
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RINKO
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese for Real Communication 🗣️🌸 From N5 Beginners to Upper-Intermediate in Tokyo 🗼
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 94% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$29/h
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TOHRU
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese teacher with 25+ years of real-world experience as a corporate executive
- Native
- 32 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$60/h
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Arisa.K
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しく一緒に日本語を勉強しましょう🍀初級文法クラスはスペイン語話者に提供していますが、フリートーククラスはどなたでも可能です🦋
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish
- ★ 5.0 (6)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
$18/h
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5318 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3305 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2013 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 1135 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 904 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 695 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $27 and $41, 54 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $70, 25 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan3,395 / 5,560
Taiwan151 / 5,560
China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
Spain12 / 5,560
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Across 5,318 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $36 per hour.
Cafetalk has the lowest median price for Japanese tutors in our data: $11 per hour, and a quarter of its tutors charge $7.65 or less.
Not really: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, while non-native tutors charge $20. We list 3,545 native speakers.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.00. Trials are offered on italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We track 5,560 Japanese tutors on Tusclases / FindTutors, italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo. Tusclases / FindTutors has the most choice, with 1,481 tutors.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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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 29, 2026
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