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.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Teacher Who Speaks Chinese (I specialized in Japanese education at university!)
Nachhilfeunterricht
Japanisch gerne inkl. Kansai Dialekt, wenn gewünscht ;)
Japanese (KS)
NativeCafetalk · Japan
いま日本で話題のトピックやあなたの好きな話題で楽しくおしゃべりしながら、雑談力を鍛えましょう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced teaching Japanese at a University. Let's talk and practice a lot with fun(*^^*)
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🔥日本語会話🔥ビジネスもOK！楽しく話そう！😄
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
If you are a beginner, want to speak Japanese, or want to watch dramas or manga without subtitles, I can help you!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nachhilfeunterricht
Ich bin experte japanisch Lerher in den Bereichen Kunst, Musik, Mode, Automobilindustrie, Antiquitäten und Design
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
就職活動をテーマにしたミステリー小説を読んでみませんか？ 日本の就職活動についても知れます。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Meaningful Japanese Conversations｜Discover Japan, Share Your Culture, Speak Naturally
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
Grammar|Writing|Conversation|
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
From understanding Japanese to using Japanese! Create your personalized learning plan and expand what you can do in Japanese!🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nachhilfeunterricht
Unterstützung bei der Konversation auf Japanisch für Deutsch und Englisch sprachige
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
No materials or preparation needed—let's just relax and chat! Feel free to ask for advice on learning Japanese, too.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Practical Conversation
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Complete beginners are welcome🔰✨ I can show you the Japanese language is not as scary as you believe👻!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nachhilfeunterricht
Privatunterricht für Kinder und Erwachsene
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
First Japanese. Let's have fun learning together!!
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C2
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
Beginners🇯🇵 JLPT N5~N3/ Kids
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let's have fun studying with a professional teacher!
Nachhilfeunterricht
Nachhilfe auf Japanisch: Qualifikation als Japanischlehrerin
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初めての方・忙しい方・日本語を少し練習したい方におすすめです。話題は用意しなくても大丈夫です。ぜひ隙間時間にご活用ください！
Nativeitalki · Japan
I have taught Japanese for six years, offering clear and patient guidance from beginner to advanced
Teaches A1–C2
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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 / 6,091
Taiwan153 / 6,091
China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
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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 30, 2026
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