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.
4,190 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
1x: 30m $6 / 45m $9 / 60m $12 5x: 30m $27.5 / 45m $41.25 / 60m $55 *Please read info before booking.
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Taught 100+ students! 🌸 Personalized and fun lessons!Start from zero! 🚀【JLPT & Daily conversation】
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Suasaulasparticulares
Japonesa nativa! 7 anos de experiência. Ensino todos os níveis
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
にほんごを たくさん はなしたい せいとさん WELCOME!
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a BA in International Relations. I have worked at an English conversation school and helped students improve their English skills to achieve their goals.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
8 years of Expertise
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
Book a trial today!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
✈️Travel Japanese & Beginners friendly/ 🌸Kyoto-born teacher & learn Kansai dialect!!
FindTutors
🇯🇵 Learn How To Read and Write Kanji For A Real Japanese Experience! 🏯
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Easy Cheasy Lemon Squeezy English Lessons for Kids♪ Sing a Song & Dance! to Learn English♪ Let's Have Fun also with Mum&Dad! or Ofcourse Kids alone are Absolut…
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have been a freelance English tutor for a long time, and tutoring is what I enjoy most in my whole career.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
A relaxed lesson for beginners
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'll make a special lesson note for you, no need to take notes during the class!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
I Help Beginners Go From Zero to Daily Conversation | Any Levels are Welcome | English Support Available
FindTutors
Native Japanese speaker based in London with experience working in bilingual international environments
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
外国に住んでいる子ども、日本に帰国予定の子ども、日本に来た子どものためのレッスン
NativeEngoo · Japan
I was born and raised in Japan and was an exchange student in Australia during high school.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Special limited-time offer! 🎉
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified teacher who has 3 certifications on Japanese education: 2 exams and 420 hours of training
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌟I want to learn Japanese, but I don't know where to start. We will create a curriculum just for you and support you in your Japanese studies☘️
FindTutors
I am a native Japanese speaker and have a passion for teaching Japanese.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
楽しく日本語を勉強しませんか？
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi! I'm Yamato! I love to tutor English, and I'm especially good at tutoring pronunciation.
NativeAmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
🧸 Beginner Japanese | JLPT
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 / 6,091Hong 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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