6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,091 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
6,091 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
AmazingTalker · Australia
Qualified Teacher 🌟 All Levels
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
SPEAK from ‘’DAY 1’’🐣(ENGLISH OK) Friendly Osaka Tutor & Ex-Kyoto Guide ⛩️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Voscours
Cours de japonais par une Japonaise, titulaire du DELF B2
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
新しい表現を楽しく学びましょう
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう！ / Certificated teacher
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Beginner|Fundamental|Travel
Teaches A1
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativePreply · Japan
Let’s work together to strengthen your Japanese. I will support you in approaching your goals in a structured and purposeful way.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Voscours
J’offre des cours académique avec plain d’exercices !
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s talk in Japanese! Tanoshiku hanasou Nihongo！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Qualified Japanese Teacher in Canada | Fun & Effective Lessons for All Levels
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
MA degree in Japanese
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Brazil
Would you like to aim to become a native speaker with me, who has over 12 years of experience as a Japanese teacher and over 25 years of experience as a Japane…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Letuelezioni
Learn Japanese from a Native Speaker – Beginner to Intermediate
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語の五十音を覚えながら、同時に簡単な日本語も学びましょう。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Malaysia
JLPT N1,10 yrs+ teaching exp
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Nationally certified Japanese teacher with university and language school experience. Lessons with French support🌍, for all levels 🌱Let Japanese bring somethin…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Letuelezioni
Laureato Triennale offre Lezioni di Lingua Giapponese di livello Principiante e Intermedio
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
もし、『みんなの日本語』を もって いたら、いっしょに べんきょう しませんか？ -Shall we study together if you have a Japanese text book『Minna no Nihongo』?-
Nativeitalki · Japan
I would be happy if you like Japan and Japanese more : )
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Children's book | Conversation
Teaches A2
Preply · Malaysia
I mainly teach JLPT (N5-N3) level! 🌸Please message me before booking the lesson so we can discuss your learning plan better😊 🌸I only accept student 18 years ol…
Teaches A1–B1
Letuelezioni
Esperienza soprattutto per le ripetizioni per universitari!
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Malaysia
Build confidence speaking in a fun way!
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,635 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| italki | 1,635 | $19 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,484 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 922 | $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 | 699 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 242 | 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 | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 27 | $52 | $43–$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.
Japan3,870 / 6,091Taiwan153 / 6,091
China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
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Updated September 30, 2026
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