4,365 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 4,365 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 $19 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
2,556 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Friendly support in English and Spanish 🙆♀️ Learn Japanese for travel, everyday conversations, work, and more! ✈️ Let’s have fun speaking and build your confi…
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語会話の練習用レッスン
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
50分間(ふんかん)のネイティブとのフリートークで日本語(にほんご)の会話力(かいわりょく)を向上(こうじょう)させましょう！ 授業(じゅぎょう)は全(すべ)て日本語(にほんご)でおこないます。
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Tutor with 20+ Years in Language Education | Speak Naturally
Nativeitalki · Japan
【旅行会話✈️JLPT試験対策💬日本語面接👔】 🌟資格保持の講師による徹底レッスン！！🌟
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
在书本上或者学校里不管记住多少语法或者单词， 如果用日语无法交流的话，那么学多少也没用 Even if you study a lot of Japanese grammar and vocab, you won't be able to use it unless you learn to how to commu…
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NativePreply · Japan
"Feel at ease even if you lack confidence in speaking! 😊" Utilizing my experience living abroad and in childcare, let's learn together at your own pace! 🇯🇵
Nativeitalki · Australia
Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's talk in Japanese! Practice your spoken Japanese, improve your fluency and enhance your vocabulary!
NativePreply · Japan
Let's have fun studying Japanese!
Nativeitalki · Japan
How many charms of Japan do you know? Let’s test your knowledge with my Hourly Japan Quiz! Utilizing
Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
もう一度、英語をやり直してみませんか? つまずいたところから、ゆっくり進めていきましょう!
NativePreply · Japan
Let's have fun and naturally learn Japanese!
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese Lessons: Free talk & Basics 日本語ネイティブスピーカーと楽しく日本語で話そう！
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
「みんなの日本語」を使って勉強しましょう。 40分！
NativePreply · Japan
🏅 Preply Certified Tutor! ✨ The more you speak, the more fun Japanese becomes 😊 🌸 Helping my students grow in Japanese is my greatest joy 😊 🗣️ Personalized les…
Nativeitalki · Japan
Passionate for teaching Japanese and Japanese culture.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
フリートークレッスン（フィードバックなしです。）
NativePreply · Japan
Supporting Your Dreams in Japanese 🌈 Personalized Lessons Tailored to Your Goals 💎 Creating a Comfortable Atmosphere for You to Speak Freely 🤝
Nativeitalki · Japan
２年の日本語教師経験＊Jap. ⇔ Eng. 翻訳経験あります
Teaches A2–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Enjoy the sounds and words of the Japanese language.
NativePreply · Japan
👨🏫 Professional Japanese Lessons 🔰 Beginners Welcome | English OK 👌 📚 Clear Grammar Explanations | 🗣️ Conversation Practice
Nativeitalki · Japan
海外生活経験者！アメリカで2年半の講師歴あり。英語でのサポートもできます！
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
はなしたり チャットしたり しましょう♪
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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 |
| 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 | 599 | $18 | $14–$23 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 268 | $26 | $20–$33 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 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 | 31 | $34 | $28–$47 | 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.
Japan2,536 / 4,365
South Korea43 / 4,365
China37 / 4,365
Taiwan35 / 4,365
United States22 / 4,365
Hong Kong SAR China13 / 4,365
Spain12 / 4,365
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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 28, 2026
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