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.
715 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
もっと自然に、もっと伝わる日本語へ。 あなた の日本語の強みを生かしながら、表現力を磨きましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
もっと日本語ネイティブに近いイントネーション、アクセントで話せるようになりたい！ 色々な方法で自然な日本語のイントネーションやアクセントを練習しましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
今日あったこと、好きなこと。友達とおしゃべりするように、日本語で話しませんか？
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
何度も聞き返される不安を減らして、自信を持って話そう。
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
あなたの日本語、もっと自然にしませんか？
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
細かいニュアンスを使いこなそう！ これであなたもニュアンスマスター！
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.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
正しい言葉遣いより、相手に伝わる言葉。まずは楽しくお話ししませんか？
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Do you ever wonder how to respond to customers in Japanese, or want to practice taking orders? Let's work together and practice according to your questions and…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
にほんじんのような はつおんを めざして、くりかえし れんしゅう しましょう（日本人のような発音を目指して、繰り返し練習しましょう！）
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
25分、日本語で楽しくおしゃべりしませんか？
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語ゼロからでも大丈夫！ 安心して学べる日本語レッスン！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Starting from Zero? Let's Learn Japanese Grammar Step by Step!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
友達のように、とにかく楽しく会話してみましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
フリートーク/ディスカッション テーマトーク・ディスカッションもOKです！日本語で自分の意見を話したり、いろいろな話題について会話したい人におすすめです^^ （※宗教、政治はセンシティブな話題なため取り扱いません）
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
気楽に好きなことを思う存分話しましょう！！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Put the new Japanese you learn into practice and start speaking!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
話したいトピックをどうぞ。リラックスして話しましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
함께 일본어를 시작해요!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
For first-time students only, Let’s discuss your Japanese level, study methods, and goals to find the best lesson for you!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
From hiragana letters, greeting to expression in everyday life
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
It’s okay to make mistakes. Let’s build your confidence and learn Japanese you can use in real life.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Personalized fitness training. Real Japanese practice. Built around you.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語でのフリートークオンリーのレッスンです。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
言葉につまっても大丈夫。伝えたいことを日本語にしてみよう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,150 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 | 2,150 | $20 | $15–$26 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,518 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 981 | $22 | $17–$29 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 791 | $12 | $8.42–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 265 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 76 | $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 | 58 | $34 | $26–$42 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 34 | $54 | $45–$78 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 8 | $53 | $41–$63 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,462 / 6,828
Taiwan166 / 6,828
China157 / 6,828
South Korea82 / 6,828
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828
United States40 / 6,828
Italy19 / 6,828
Brazil16 / 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 November 12, 2026
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