Genji
NativeEngoo · Japan
I'm a Japanese tutor with Latin American roots.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1,309)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely
- 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.
NativeBook on Engoo(opens in a new tab)
Shunsuke
Nativeitalki · Japan
スペイン在住の日本語教師
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish +5
- ★ 5.0 (430)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$28/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $23
Reiko
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese teacher in Japan👩🏫
- Native
- 10 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
- Other certificate
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (346)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$29/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.60
Momoka M.
NativePreply · Japan
Embrace Dialects and Culture! Let's Learn Natural Japanese with an International Exchange Pro
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (32)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$22/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Ryo
Native (likely)Letuelezioni
Insegnamento e Ripetizioni di Giapponese su online
- Native (likely)
- New tutor
- None listed
- Italian
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely
$17/h
Book on Letuelezioni(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Yuma_S
NativeCafetalk · Japan
まだまだ遅くない！中学英語の基礎文法をゼロから楽しく学ぼう
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Kids
$14/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.46
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Kazu
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, everyone! I have a technical background as a mechanical engineer.
- Native
- Not listed
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1,377)
- Rarely cancels (99% attended)
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
Fumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (416)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Saaya
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Grammar | Conversation
- Native
- 3 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
- Other certificate
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (337)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$29/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.40
Miho M.
NativePreply · Japan
It's totally normal to make mistakes 😊 Let's have fun learning Japanese together! 💓🌸 I'll explain everything patiently, with a heart of hospitality, as many ti…
- Native
- 3 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (32)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$29/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $12
Ryu
NativeFindTutors
Friendly, patient native Japanese speaker passionate about teaching practical Japanese phrases.
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely
$20/h
Book on FindTutors(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
SACHI1818
NativeCafetalk · Japan
隙間時間で日本語を楽しく上達させてましょう。
- Native
- 17 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$13/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Natsu
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I earned my Associate Degree in Wyoming and completed my Bachelor's Degree in Dance with a minor in Communication in Idaho.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1,336)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
AOI
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん話せる！100％日本語だけの会話レッスン（中級〜上級向け）
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- Korean +1
- ★ 5.0 (419)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Shoko
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🔥Japanese for Beginner🔥
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (336)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$32/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $14
Chika Emmalyn I.
NativePreply · Singapore
🎖️Preply Certified Tutor🎖️Over 200 students taught | Beginners to Advanced welcome🌸Former Big Tech (GAFA) HR professional fully supporting your goals with a pe…
- Native
- 5 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (32)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$54/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $23
Arisha
Native (likely)FindTutors
Japanese teacher for all! Welcome beginners
- Native (likely)
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
- Beginners
$21/h
Book on FindTutors(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Momo18
NativeCafetalk · Japan
毎日200字を上限として日本語のライティングの添削をします！
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Can take over a day
- Speaks your language
Kei K
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I graduated from a college in the US and then worked at a Japanese company for more than 10 years, where English was a daily necessity.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1,324)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
Teppei
Nativeitalki · Japan
Top 1% Japanese Teacher! Learn to Speak Like a Local with a Native Teacher
- Native
- 5,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +4
- ★ 5.0 (423)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$33/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Regina
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
🔥Compile based on students
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Chinese +1
- ★ 5.0 (338)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$28/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.30
Rika N.
NativePreply · Japan
🌸 Japanese Tutor for Conversation, JLPT (N5–N1), and Everyday Communication
- Native
- 2 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (31)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$42/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $18
Haruna
Native (likely)FindTutors
I’m native Japanese speaker. I can tell someone who want to learn Japanese enjoyably
- Native (likely)
- New tutor
- None listed
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely
$33/h
Book on FindTutors(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Hiroco.N
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Go beyond N2 & N1! Let's deepen your understanding of Japanese words.
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Usually within an hour
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Everyday admin & immigration
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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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