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
Hi everyone! My name is Satomi, and I live in the US, so my available hours may be very early or late.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
やっほ～🤗Friendly & Certified teacher with over 8 years experience. Let’s have fun practicing Japanese!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
初中高級日文｜商業旅遊｜JLPT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
✈️ I Love Traveling 🧳 Let's Have an Exciting Time Together as Friends 🤝 Join Natsumi's Lessons and Watch Your Japanese Flourish and Become Your Favorite Langua…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tusclasesparticulares
Japonés Online con profesora nativa
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
15 minutes is not enough! Enjoy & learn Japanese in 30 minutes ☕️
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeEngoo · Japan
As an Eiken 1 certified bilingual English tutor, I'm excited to help you on your language-learning journey.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
New students & returners welcome! ✨JLPT Expert & Cultural Bridge Builder✨15 years of experience
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🪻Basics🪻Speaking🪻Travel 🪻
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
🇯🇵 Tokyo native | 1,000+ lessons taught | Natural, standard Japanese | Specializing in building strong foundations from absolute beginner level to helping inte…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Voscours
Prof de japonais (native) certifiée avec expérience à l'école de langue/ Cours de japonais par Webcam
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's enjoy conversation! Just improve your Japanese skills with output:)
NativeEngoo · Japan
I am a Japanese English tutor with many years of tutoring experience.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Absolute beginners are welcome!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
認定上級講師｜講師経験10年以上
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Your Friendly Japanese Teacher & Biggest Supporter 😊
Japanese (Japan) · likely
Voscours
Cours particulier Japonais
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
フリートークで会話（かいわ）の練習（れんしゅう）をしましょう。 あなたのすきなこと、関心（かんしん）があることを 話（はな）してください。※フィードバックファイルはありません
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I was born in Japan, but I lived in the States as a kid for about seven years.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
★Learn real Japanese with a certified Japanese teacher★
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation/business
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Fun conversations with experienced tutor!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Voscours
Cours de japonais avec une professeure expérimentée
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
短い時間でも継続して学習できるよう短い時間のレッスンを作成しました。 質問や学習内容のご確認にもどうぞ！
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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
Philippines16 / 6,424SpeakDuo 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 October 1, 2026
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