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, my name is Angela. I am of Filipino and Japanese descent, born and raised in Tokyo, Japan.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
続ければ成功する！
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Laid-back and patient Japanese teacher with 6 years of teaching experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
I would describe myself as an and globally-minded tutor, aimed to beginners and intermediate levels.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
好きなことを一緒にお話しましょう
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! My name is Yuki. I was born and raised in Japan but developed a strong passion for English from an early age.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Many Repeat Students! Calm & Patient Japanese Lessons for Confident Speaking
Teaches A1–B1
NativeAmazingTalker · China
Japanese |Conversational
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Support in Spanish (general public) and English (some) English! !!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
A dedicated and patient Japanese language instructor who speaks three languages.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
働いて家に帰ってから、ゆったりとした時間で日本語会話をちょっとだけ練習したい人におすすめです。
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have been tutoring Japanese for years.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
Nativeitalki · Japan
元小中学校教員。人気レッスン☆1位 JLPTN1～N３文法☆2位 会話練習☆3位 大学・大学院の面接練習☆4位 論文添削（Lessonは、Zoomでお願いします。）
Teaches B1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Business speaking, writing,
Teaches A1
NativePreply · Japan
🇯🇵Beginners are super welcome!! 🇺🇸 Learn Japanese Effectively & Efficiently in English! 💨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
FindTutors
1. Busy Professionals Needing Real-World Results I specialise in working with professionals and goal-oriented learners who need to
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本（にほん）での生活（せいかつ）に必要（ひつよう）な日本語（にほんご）を勉強（べんきょう）しましょう。
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi, I'm Kage! I'm from Japan. I lived in Boston when I was a child, and I use that experience to help you improve your English pronunciation.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced teacher, with fun, enthusiastic lessons!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Hobby|Basic
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
🎓 Nationally certified Japanese teacher with official licenses! 🦷 Clear & natural pronunciation with an oral model. 🌟 Role-plays boost conversation. 🔥 Master p…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tusclasesparticulares
Clases de japonés para nivel básico y avanzado.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
こどもが書ける漢字を勉強します。
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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 / 6,424China141 / 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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