6,424 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,424 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
4,602 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Bachelor of Commerce. I have experience living in the USA and in Germany.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
＼NEW STUDENTS WELCOME🌸／Relaxed and casual lesson :) I am a teacher especially for beginner🌻
Teaches A1–B2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Live in UAE🇦🇪Over 2K lessons✨
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Build confidence in Japanese with me ✨ Friendly, patient & supportive tutor 🧑🏽🏫
FindTutors
Native Japanese speaker - all levels welcome
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
スキマ時間に始めてみませんか？
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NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, my name is Shohei, an English tutor.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
US based hours temporarily until Oct 2 🗣️Speak from day one - beginners welcome 💛 Practical Japanese
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Located in Vancouver🇨🇦
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
＼The most fun conversation lessons in Japan🌈 The only Japanese teacher you need right now／ Clear, supportive lessons that help your Japanese improve fast 🇯🇵
FindTutors
Fun Japanese Conversation with a Native Speaker
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
グループレッスンで、クラスメイトと一緒にディスカッションやお話シェアに参加しましょう。
NativeEngoo · Japan
I studied English in junior college in Japan for two years and have experience living in Australia for a year.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🌺Kids🌺English🌺JLPT N1-N5
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginners, don't worry! I’m here for you. 🧑🏫✨ 10 years' expertise: 3,000+ students & 2,500 JLPT successes. ✏️See real progress in 3 months & mastery in 6. Bui…
Tusclasesparticulares
les he ensnado a mis hermanos , exprico bien
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
What kind of person am I? What kind of materials do I use? What's your level? Which lesson should you choose? Let's answer these questions here.
NativeEngoo · Japan
I studied at Manchester University in the UK for one year.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
会話、通訳、ビジネス日本語、
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches C1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Friendly & patient teacher!
Tusclasesparticulares
Profesora japonesa y exdirectora con más de 20 años de experiencia ofrece clases de japonés online para adultos hispanohablantes d
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
あなたの日本語での会話に、自信をつけるためのレッスン。レッスンはMacchanの質問からスタート！準備はいりません！話題(わだい)がなくてもだいじょうぶ！Macchanがゆっくりと、質問(しつもん)します。日本語ネイティブと”自分のことばではなす”練習をして、自信をつけましょう！こどももOK！
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,968 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 | 1,968 | $20 | $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.
Japan4,166 / 6,424
Taiwan157 / 6,424
China141 / 6,424
South Korea71 / 6,424
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,424
United States37 / 6,424
Italy17 / 6,424
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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 1, 2026
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