5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,560 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.
3,545 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
If you don't know which lesson is better ,Please ask me in this counseling. (First time only)
Nativeitalki · Japan
スイス🇨🇭から こんにちは！Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence | English🇺🇸 🇩🇪Ok👍
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Build your speaking skills with fun! Japanese lessons for all levels, travel, anime, daily conversation & Kansai dialect. Practical, personalized lessons you c…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kids’ English👧｜Daily talk 🌏
NativeCafetalk · Japan
超初心者～上級者向け、どんな方でも歓迎です！使える英語だけを身に着けましょう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Finished the basics? Start using Japanese in real conversation 🪄 | 14+ yrs exp | English support
Teaches A2–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
🌸 10 Years of Teaching Experience 🌸 Perfect for Beginners! Learn Japanese in a fun, easy, and supportive way. Personalized lessons designed to match your goals.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
English OK📚Taught N1passers
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
はじめて にほんごを べんきょうする ひとに おすすめです。 かいわも 字も さいしょから べんきょうしましょう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Discover your Japanese voice through art, and real stories of Japan. All levels are welcome! 🌿
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Conversations Beyond the Textbook
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
ビジネス、日常会話
NativeCafetalk · Japan
✅ 会話中心！「言いたいこと」をどう日本語で表現する？を一緒に考えます（CLT） ✅ **トピック型！**旅行・自己紹介・仕事の話など、タスクに合わせて日本語を使ってみましょう（TBLT） ✅ **どんどん話してOK！**あなたの発話を元に、より伝わる言い方にブラッシュアップ！（Output-focused） ✅ *…
Nativeitalki · Japan
★ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS ALWAYS WELCOME!!★
Teaches A1–B1
NativePreply · Japan
Ready to graduate from just listening to Japanese?
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginners, Kid's Welcome
Teaches A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
★初心者向け★
Nativeitalki · Japan
I am a nationally certified professional with over 20 years of experience.
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence ! | Conversation & Casual Japanese
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎌 Conversational Japanese 🗣
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
だれでも あんしんして はなせます。
Nativeitalki · Japan
19yrs Exp! Learn with a knowledgeable musician & dive into the exciting world of Japanese!
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🇯🇵 Speak Japanese from Day 1! Native Teacher + Gentle English Support ✨ Tired of Studying Japanese for Months but Still Can’t Speak? 😩 It’s Not Grammar — It’s…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
LL.M. in Germany 😊Friendly
Teaches A1
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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 | 1,135 | $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 | 54 | $34 | $27–$41 | 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.
Japan3,395 / 5,560
Taiwan151 / 5,560
China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
Spain12 / 5,560SpeakDuo 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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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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