Haru
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's unlock your Japanese speaking skills together !
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (27)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$11/h
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5,073 tutors · 12 platforms
Online Japanese tutors, compared
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,073 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $4.40. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$28
Typical range
$4.40
Trial lesson
5,073
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
655 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Karuna
Nativeitalki · United States
Your cross-cultural specialist 🕯️ 🌊 limited summer hours, message for availability!
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (27)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$50/h
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Shoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Tutor Living in the USA /English Support/Beginner-Friendly Lessons
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (27)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Yuji
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しくお話しましょう！
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (27)
- Replies to 98% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Miki
Nativeitalki · Japan
自分に合った方法をみつけて一緒に日本語を勉強しましょう✨
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (26)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
kazumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginners Welcome(N5–N4)🔰I provide careful support tailored to each student’s pace!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (26)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
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Miho
Nativeitalki · Japan
旅行前に日本語を勉強したい！会話力を身に着けたい！楽しく会話しながら日本語を学びましょう♪
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (26)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$25/h
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Momoka
Nativeitalki · Japan
Relaxed & Fun Japanese Lessons🌸 Conversation • Travel • Everyday Japanese
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (25)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$10/h
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Kyoko
Nativeitalki · United Kingdom
Friendly professional Japanese teacher based in the UK, teaches in English as well.
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (25)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$26/h
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kumiko
Nativeitalki · Japan
リラックスした中での楽しいレッスン！あなたの日本語をどんどん引き出します♬
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- French
- ★ 5.0 (25)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A2–B2
$12/h
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Kazuko_和子
Nativeitalki · Japan
どこの国に行っても道を尋ねられるタイプです。I am the type of person who is asked for directions wherever I go.
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (25)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A2–C2
- Speaks your language
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Chihiro
Nativeitalki · Australia
Beginner‑friendly Japanese lessons with clear English grammar support to help you speak confidently
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 4.9 (26)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$28/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $20
Yuka
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional in business Japanese and everyday conversation! **ビジネス日本語と日常会話のプロ**です！
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 4.9 (26)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$23/h
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Kana
Nativeitalki · Japan
やさしい日本語の先生😊Let's enjoy the journey of learning Japanese together!
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (24)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$17/h
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Chiharu
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese fluently and confidently!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (24)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$16/h
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Aya
Nativeitalki · Japan
100名以上指導の経験✨初心者～上級者まで大歓迎！✨あなたのニーズに合わせたレッスンで丁寧にサポートします 🎯会話に特化した講師と楽しく学ぼう！
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (24)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
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Sue
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ Beginners Welcome! Build Your Confidence with Fun & Patient Lessons ✨
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (23)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
Sakura
Nativeitalki · Japan
Travel Japanese✨Interactive Grammar for Beginner✨Popular Conversation Class Open as usual 😊
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (22)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
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Kasumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun & Easy Japanese Lessons for Beginners 🌸 (EN/KR Support) 일본어 초보자 환영 🌸 영어·한국어로 배우는 일본어 수업
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- Korean +1
- ★ 5.0 (22)
- Replies to 99% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$17/h
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Kanna
Nativeitalki · Japan
Specialist in taking complete beginners from zero to conversation. Let's enjoy speaking :)
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (22)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
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MAMI
Nativeitalki · Japan
Expert of teaching complete beginners who really want to SPEAK Japanese!
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (22)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$21/h
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Ayane
Nativeitalki · Japan
From “Konnichiwa” to Confidence 🚀 | Let’s Learn Together! Custom Lessons for All Levels
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (22)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$36/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
Miho
Nativeitalki · Japan
Here to Support Your Japanese Journey ☀️
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (21)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$10/h
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Nana
Nativeitalki · Japan
Tailored Lessons for Your Goals | Let’s have fun learning | いっしょに日本語で話しましょう！
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (21)
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 |
| AmazingTalker | 902 | $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 |
| italki | 670 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| 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 | 34 | $34 | $27–$45 | 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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 4831 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $13 and $28, 2769 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 2062 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 902 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 695 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $24, 670 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 $45, 34 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $70, 25 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
- Japan2,953 / 5,073
Taiwan150 / 5,073
China114 / 5,073
South Korea62 / 5,073
Hong Kong SAR China51 / 5,073- United States28 / 5,073
Philippines14 / 5,073
Spain12 / 5,073
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Across 4,831 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $9.60 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 3,009 native speakers.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $4.40. Trials are offered on AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, italki, and Engoo, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We track 5,073 Japanese tutors on Tusclases / FindTutors, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, italki, and Engoo. Tusclases / FindTutors has the most choice, with 1,481 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 September 29, 2026
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