5,009 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,009 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.
2,973 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Beginners welcome☺️English support. Fun, practical Japanese for travel✈️
Nativeitalki · Hong Kong SAR China
Multilingual Language Teacher (EN/JP/中文/廣東話) with 5+ Years of Teaching Experience ⭐
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
カメラOFFでもONでも。ネイティブと話してみましょう
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Japanese Teacher | Conversat
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
[Speak ✖️Listen] Would you like to learn Japanese in a fun and practical way? ✨ You can learn Japanese that can be used in daily life in Japan!
Nativeitalki · Japan
Travel Japanese today, JLPT N5 tomorrow. Let’s enjoy the journey, one step at a time!
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.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
やさしい日本語で書かれたニュースを一緒に読んで勉強しましょう！
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese conversation 🐥
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Certified teacher with experience teaching Japanese in Japan, the USA, and Australia. A Japanese teacher eager to learn about your culture.
Nativeitalki · Japan
英語が話せる日本語ネィティブのプロ講師!!!
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
にほんごのレベルに合わせて、勉強したいことができるレッスンです。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
For middle-level Japanese😇
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
Your ‘Black Belt’ Partner on Your Japanese Learning Journey! Fun, Interactive Lessons for Children/Young Learners and Beginners.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher over 4 years experiences
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
老若男女、国籍問わず、雑談を楽しみましょう♪ コミュニケーション能力が高まれば、一石二鳥です。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🌟Anime✏️JLPT✏️Conversation🌟
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Perfect for Beginners in Japanese | Support in English Available | Conversations for Your Japan Trip
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese/English/Spanish Various experiences 28824 hours(face-to-face classes) 1184 hours(online).
Teaches A1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
ならった にほんごを つかって、せんせいと はなしましょう。しゅみのこと、かぞくのこと、なんでも OK!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Job Interview
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese school experience! Practical Japan Useful Japan is taught by an active teacher.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher | Beginners, Intermediate Learners & Children | English Support
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
It will be fun if you can have a conversation!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Oral|Adults
Teaches A1–A2
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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 | 886 | $22 | $18–$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 | 624 | $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 | 32 | $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.
Japan2,907 / 5,009
Taiwan142 / 5,009
China107 / 5,009
South Korea62 / 5,009Hong Kong SAR China51 / 5,009
United States27 / 5,009
Philippines14 / 5,009
Spain12 / 5,009SpeakDuo is launching 1:1 lessons with a small group of great teachers: fair pay, no race to the bottom on price, and students who already practise speaking every day. Leave your email and we'll be in touch.
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Updated September 29, 2026
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