Kumi
NativeEngoo · Japan
I graduated from Queens College in New York and pursued a Master's degree.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1,716)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
Page language: English
6,424 tutors · 12 platforms
Online Japanese tutors, compared
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.
$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$28
Typical range
$5.50
Trial lesson
6,424
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
4,602 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
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Mari
Nativeitalki · Japan
“What to do to start or improve my Japanese!?” You're more than welcome!
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- German +2
- ★ 5.0 (464)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$23/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $11
Rina先生
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kids🐼Business/中国語OK🍀
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- Chinese
- ★ 5.0 (406)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Business
- Kids
- Everyday admin & immigration
$25/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.50
Yuko S.
NativePreply · Japan
Over 20 Years of Teaching Experience in Cram Schools 📚✨ Certified English Teacher with Study Abroad Experience 👩🏫🌏 I’m here to support your goals and dreams 1…
- Native
- 25 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (35)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$42/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $18
Kanta
NativeFindTutors
Hi!! I'm a native Japanese. I have been teaching Japanese to learners for 5 years. I'm welcoming any level!!
- Native
- 5 years teaching
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Beginners
Kai
NativeCafetalk · Japan
現在（げんざい）生徒（せいと）募集中（ぼしゅうちゅう）！！ あなたにぴったりのレッスンを考（かんが）えよう！
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
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Yuma
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, everyone! I am delighted to introduce myself to all of you.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1,711)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
Hiyori
Nativeitalki · Japan
📢On leave from November 15 📢 Want to speak Japanese like a native? I'm happy to help you!
- Native
- 5,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (483)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$21/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Marco
NativeAmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
Why should you choose me?
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Cantonese +2
- ★ 5.0 (390)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$48/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Hirono S.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese teacher from Tokyo, based in France — Let's start your Japanese journey together! 🗼🌙
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (34)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely
- Speaks your language
$36/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
Kanta
NativeFindTutors
Are you interested to study Japanese? Don't worry, I will teach you!!
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
- Beginners
Kyoko O.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
To Learners of Japanese at all level who just want to talk in Japanese and who have something you want to talk. Let's talk! If you want, I am glad to explain t…
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Chris
NativeEngoo · Japan
I'm studying to complete my Bachelor of Science in International Business Studies.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1,766)
- Rarely cancels (99% attended)
- Speaks your language
- Business
Subscription
on Engoo
KEISUKE
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learning a language is like running a marathon, not a sprint😊Let's take this long road together ‼
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Spanish +1
- ★ 5.0 (463)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
CSU
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
📘Conversation & Speaking 📘
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- None listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (376)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$40/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.70
Akira M.
NativePreply · Japan
Hey Hey Hey
- Native
- 5 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (34)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$40/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $17
Ryohei
Native (likely)FindTutors
I am a native Japanese speaker and can offer Japanese lessons for learners of all levels, from beginners to advanced.
- Native (likely)
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · Teaches A1–C1
- Beginners
$33/h
Book on FindTutors(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Emi.OK
NativeCafetalk · Japan
If you just want to talk, this is for you! Let's grab natural Japanese by having relaxed, fun conversations.
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Speaks your language
$13/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Yumi
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! My name is Yumi. I lived in Australia for many years, where I went to school and worked as an interpreter.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1,656)
- Rarely cancels (99% attended)
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
Ayako
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese. Connect with Japan — and the World. 🌏
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (462)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$24/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
KAZUTO
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🔥AT Restart discount🔥
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +4
- ★ 5.0 (379)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$26/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.10
Mariko Y.
NativePreply · Japan
Have fun with Japanese! A Certified Teacher.✨Beginner-friendly ✨Easy to understand ✨JLPT ✨Anime
- Native
- 3 yrs · 5,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (34)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Kids
- Beginners
$42/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $18
Sota
NativeFindTutors
Japanese tutor for all ages
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
$26/h
Book on FindTutors(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
YUKA. H
NativeCafetalk · Japan
最短で韓国語文法が学べるレッスンです
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- Korean +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$3.82/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 6179 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 4359 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $26, 1820 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
italki
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $25, 1968 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $26, 1482 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 922 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 698 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $27 and $41, 56 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $43 and $70, 27 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- 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 / 6,424
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Across 6,179 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $37 per hour.
Cafetalk has the lowest median price for Japanese tutors in our data: $11 per hour, and a quarter of its tutors charge $7.65 or less.
Not really: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, while non-native tutors charge $20. We list 4,602 native speakers.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.50. Trials are offered on italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We track 6,424 Japanese tutors on italki, Tusclases / FindTutors, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo. italki has the most choice, with 1,968 tutors.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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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 October 1, 2026
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