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.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10年以上の日本語教育経験
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
I am from Japan, where I was born and raised, but I've spent many years living abroad.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌸 Absolute Beginner Japanese Specialist | 900 ＋ Lessons taught
NativeCafetalk · Japan
４技能バランスよく学ぼう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'm happy to hear the news that students passed the JLPT. It's your turn next. Let's study with me
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🇺🇸Lived in US & New Zealand 🌎
Teaches A1–C2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese lessons led by a Language & Gender Specialist, and LGBTQ+ friendly🏳️🌈
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I’m Taiyo.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
あなたの練習したい英会話・文法・単語に合わせたオーダーメイドレッスン！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional teacher of both individual and group lessons :)
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
沢山話したい方におすすめ！50音／旅行会話／日常会話／
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
9 Years of Experience in Tutoring, High School, and Business Education! Tailored Japanese Lessons Just for You
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi there! I studied in the peaceful countryside of Saga, Japan, and have experience living in Vancouver, Canada.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
現役アナウンサーと学ぶ「印象がアップする日本語」
Nativeitalki · Japan
From complete beginner to advanced! Let's have fun Japanese lessons with me :)
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversational, JLPT, Kids
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Get Support from a Former Teacher! Discover Your Passion on a Fun Journey to Learn Japanese! 😊 Let's Enjoy and Beautify Japanese Together, Step by Step with a…
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I was born and grew up in Japan.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
テキストを使って日本語の勉強をしましょう
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌏Japanese teacher who travels around the world 🇯🇵世界(せかい)を旅(たび)する日本語教師 (にほんごきょうし）
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🐱Certified Psychologist,
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Let's have fun and interesting conversations in Japanese! I'll help you speak Japanese before you know it with enjoyable lessons!
NativeEngoo · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初めて私のレッスンを受ける方のためのレッスンです。 自分の日本語のレベルが分からず、困っていませんか？ どのレッスンを受ければいいか、悩んでいませんか？ レッスンを予約する前に、一度講師と話してみたいと思う方にこのカウンセリングをお勧めします！ このカウンセリングでは日本語レベルチェックをして、生徒さんの日本語を伸ば…
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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 / 6,091Taiwan153 / 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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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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