5,212 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,212 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $4.46. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
3,138 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Certified native Japanese teacher with more than 10 years of experience.
Nativeitalki · Japan
AIにはできない、日本人とのリアルな会話レッスン🌈
Teaches B1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
韓国語で質問OK! 不自然な表現を修正します。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
English OK | Pro. interpreter
Teaches B1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
💫 No worries if you’re not confident! 💫 From ABCs to advanced 🌸 Relax and talk a lot—naturally acquire native-like Japanese 🌈 Enjoy personalized, fun lesson…
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
틀려도 괜찮아요! 한국어 지원이 가능해서 초보자도 안심하고 대화할 수 있는 레슨☕
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
from Tokyo/live in🇦🇺/Speaking
NativePreply · Japan
New instructor, can also speak a little English.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
英語学習初心者のために英語上達法を本音で教えます！
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10+ Years Certified Teacher 🏆
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Teacher Who Speaks Chinese (I specialized in Japanese education at university!)
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn "Survival Japanese" from a Digital Nomad & Tokyo Native! Lets practice Speakin like a native!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Use your spare minutes wisely. Time-efficient Japanese conversation practice.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese Instructor | Conversa
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
If you are a beginner, want to speak Japanese, or want to watch dramas or manga without subtitles, I can help you!
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese Naturally — Not Just Study It| Complete beginners are welcome|Business Japanese
Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語ネイティブと30分自由に話しましょう！
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation | JLPT | Travel
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
From understanding Japanese to using Japanese! Create your personalized learning plan and expand what you can do in Japanese!🌸
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with an English-speaking native tutor
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s have fun learning Japanese together and work towards being able to hold a conversation♪
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner｜Business｜Daily
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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 | 904 | $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 |
| italki | 800 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Cafetalk | 696 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| 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 | 41 | $34 | $27–$46 | 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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan3,076 / 5,212
Taiwan150 / 5,212
China116 / 5,212
South Korea63 / 5,212
Hong Kong SAR China51 / 5,212
United States31 / 5,212
Philippines14 / 5,212
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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 29, 2026
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