5,508 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,508 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
3,413 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Let's learn Japanese together while having fun! ☺️🌈 I'll support you in speaking Japanese at your own pace with care ❤️
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
To be a good Japanese speaker!
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
20分☆日本語フリートーク
Nativeitalki · Japan
Tokyo Native 🗼| Beginner Friendly ☺️| Conversation & Travel Japanese 💬🇯🇵
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Lessons where you can comfortably say "I don't understand" or "It's difficult" 😊✨ It's okay to make mistakes! Let's talk a lot and naturally master Japanese wh…
NativeAmazingTalker · South Korea
🎯Conversation🌍 exam prep
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
より日本語らしい文章に添削いたします。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly &Flexible. にほんごをまなぼう、にほんごでまなぼう。
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Learn Japanese with a Certified & Experienced Tutor! : beginners / Conversation / Grammar /medical terms
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Adults|Children
Teaches A1–B1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
政治・経済・科学・文学・哲学・歴史・文化・方言など、日本語をさらにブラッシュアップしましょう。
Nativeitalki · Japan
40 MY ORIGINAL CONVERSATION TOPICS ❘ Speak REAL Japanese 🇯🇵
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Chinese and English Support! 6 Years of Experience as a Japanese Teacher in Taiwan.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10+ yrs hospitality Japanese
Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
教科書を使ったレッスン！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Auf deutsch kannst du Japanisch lernen :)
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
**Special offer💲Limited spots available!!!** I'm ready to explain subtle grammar points and answer all your questions! 🔥🔥🔥 Who wants to learn Japanese with a l…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Fundamental|Oral
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語会話やさしく教えます
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's Learn real Japanese with full English support and start speaking from day one!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Certified Teacher Ready to Make Learning Fun Through Conversation!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 ９年 | 大学受験国語９年目💼
Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
まちがっても 大丈夫！！ とにかく はなしましょう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者大歓迎！英語でサポートできる日本語ネイティブ講師 Beginners Welcome! Native Japanese Tutor with English Support
Teaches A1–C2
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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 |
| italki | 1,086 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 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 |
| 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 | 51 | $34 | $27–$42 | 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.
Japan3,349 / 5,508
Taiwan151 / 5,508
China120 / 5,508South Korea63 / 5,508
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,508
United States31 / 5,508
Philippines14 / 5,508
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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 29, 2026
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