6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,091 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
4,190 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi everyone! My huge hobby is watching movies; I watch about 50 movies each year.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
4 years living in the US 🌎 English support OK ✨ Beginners & returning learners welcome! 🌸 Step up from 'can’t speak' to speaking naturally ✨ Let’s have fun spe…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
絵本は読みますか？大人でも絵本や昔話は面白いものです。絵本を楽しみながら、日本語を勉強しましょう。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
License holder English
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I’m currently not accepting new students🥹
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I lived in Australia for many years and learned English from the people around me.
Teaches A1–C2
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NativePreply · Japan
Conversation Specialist｜Preply-certified tutor｜From zero to interpreter in 8 months
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語の文章を読んだり、日本語で自分の意見を言ったり書いたりしたい人へ
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Gain Confidence with me🚀
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · United Kingdom
🌟Qualified Japanese Grammar, Conversational and JLPT tutor with 5+ years experience
Teaches A1–C1
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Bachelor's degree in Law from the University of Tokyo.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
1,300+ Lessons Taught 🌸 Turn the Japanese You Know into Japanese You Can Speak! Build real speaking confidence in as little as 6 months ✨ Beginners, Travel & J…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
あいせんせいと たのしくおしゃべりしよう ! Free Talk with Ai sensei ! Let's enjoy chatting ! You can speak in simple Japanese !
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Daily Conversation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT受験対策、大学・大学院受験面接対策レッスンが人気です！
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
I am from Japan and have experience studying in the USA for a year as an exchange student.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativePreply · Japan
Beginner-friendly🔰 Learn with a current Japanese school teacher living in Canada 🇨🇦 Open to all levels, with conversation-focused lessons. Safe, fun, and full…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
マンガ・アニメ・ゲーム・ネットの話や専門用語を話しましょう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
I have experience teaching from beginner to proficient level. speaking/listing/reading/writing
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Basic|Business
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I am Asaka. I have a strong background in track and field, where my dedication allowed me to participate in national competitions.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Over 1,100 lessons of experience — speak real Japanese in 6 months 🇯🇵 Restarting your studies Welcome back! Personalized lessons for every level, from chat 🗣️…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
好きなトピックで、にほんごでたくさんはなしましょう！Japanese Conversation with Yasuko – All Levels Welcome!
Nativeitalki · Japan
Nationally Certified Teacher | with 4,000+ Online Lessons | Absolute beginners Welcome!
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,635 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 | 1,635 | $19 | $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.
Japan3,870 / 6,091
Taiwan153 / 6,091
China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
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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 30, 2026
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