5,485 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,485 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.
1,036 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Hong Kong SAR China
Multilingual Language Teacher (EN/JP/中文/廣東話) with 5+ Years of Teaching Experience ⭐
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Travel Japanese today, JLPT N5 tomorrow. Let’s enjoy the journey, one step at a time!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
英語が話せる日本語ネィティブのプロ講師!!!
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher over 4 years experiences
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese/English/Spanish Various experiences 28824 hours(face-to-face classes) 1184 hours(online).
Teaches A1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher | Beginners, Intermediate Learners & Children | English Support
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
講師経験5年🔸英語＆中国語🔸旅行＆日常会話🔸5 years experience 🔸English & Chinese🔸Travel & Daily conversation
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ Friendly Certified Japanese Teacher | Enjoy Learning, Make Real Progress
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Build confident, natural Japanese speaking 🌸 Practical lessons for all levels!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
英語サポートあり🔰日本語を学ぶと、あなたの世界が広がります！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun, conversational Japanese lessons with an Osaka-native & Germany-based tutor
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Tutor (2+ Yrs) | English Support
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【中上級者向け】自然な日常会話＆元IT企業のビジネス日本語 / Advanced Japanese: Casual & Business
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
しょしんしゃ だいかんげい｜こうしけいけん 5ねん🌸Beginner-Friendly Japanese | 5 Years as a Language Teacher
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's enjoy learning Real-Life Japanese for Work & Daily Life
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
話すたびに日本語が好きになる時間～ 気軽に話してしっかり身につく日本語
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak More, Learn More! Build confidence through conversation.
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Fun & easy Japanese lessons! ・University & Australia teaching experience ・Beginners welcome! 😊
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Me ☕ | Beginner Friendly~楽しく日本語を学ぼう~
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨あなたが日本語を使って、かなえたい夢はどんなことですか✨
Teaches A1–B2
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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 | 1,063 | $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 | 51 | $34 | $27–$42 | 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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan3,328 / 5,485
Taiwan151 / 5,485
China120 / 5,485
South Korea63 / 5,485Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,485
United States31 / 5,485
Philippines14 / 5,485
Spain12 / 5,485SpeakDuo 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.
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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 September 29, 2026
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