Mei
Nativeitalki · Japan
フリートークで実際に使える日本語を教えます
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$8.00/h
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Page language: English
4,222 tutors · 12 platforms
Online Japanese tutors, compared
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 4,222 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $3.30. Native speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$28
Typical range
$3.30
Trial lesson
4,222
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
461 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Keiko
Nativeitalki · Japan
MA student in Japanese Language Education/ English OK
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$28/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $18
Kodai
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語ネイティブ講師|初心者から気軽に日本語で話しましょう
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$15/h
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sachi
Nativeitalki · Japan
自己学習に限界を感じている方！日本旅行を楽しみたい方！一緒に勉強しましょう！
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$23/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $12
manami
Nativeitalki · Japan
大阪弁日本一周アイドルオタク
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
$7.33/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Natsumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
ENG/한국어 OK! 🇯🇵 Learn Natural Japanese with a Friendly Trilingual Tutor
- Native
- 4 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
$8.00/h
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David
italki · Venezuela
Certified N1 Japanese Teacher with +3 years of experience
- Fluent (C2)
- New tutor
- Not listed
- Spanish +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
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Maki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese from Day 1 ! Beginners welcomed, I've taught 800 lessons online & teaching at school
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$30/h
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Mihoko
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Tutor | Fun and Practical Lessons with "GENKI" & "IRODORI"
- Native
- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Everyday admin & immigration
$15/h
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Aina
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese for Real Life 🌸 Conversation, Travel & Keigo🇯🇵
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
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Ayumi
Nativeitalki · Japan
5years of teaching experience🌸🍃 子ども〜大人まで言語指導経験有🌸日本語初心者でも安心して、楽しくレッスンをしましょう✨
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
$18/h
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aya
Nativeitalki · Japan
2,000時間以上の指導経験｜日本語がわかると、会話はもっと楽しい！自分の言葉で話せる力を、一緒に育てましょう。
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
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Muller
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese & English Speaker - Beginner to advanced - all welcome!
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
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Nami
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese tutor who can speak English and French!
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$32/h
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Asako
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginner-Friendly Japanese Tutor based in Canada🍁 | Boost Your Speaking Skills👑
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
FUTO
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
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Saki
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
Koki
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語初めての方からレベルアップ試験対策まで対応します
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
$9.50/h
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YUKI
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly conversation
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$8.00/h
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Yuri
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese Naturally & Confidently 🌸English Support available📚 Feedback after every lesson
- Native
- 3 lessons
- Not listed
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$17/h
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矢澤あねら
Nativeitalki · Japan
ゼロから始める初心者のあなた！資格所有講師と一緒に”たのしく”学ぼう
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$45/h
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YUSUKE
Nativeitalki · Japan
Natural Japanese for Beginners | English Support & Real Conversation
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$12/h
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Amy
Nativeitalki · Japan
From podcasts to YouTube: real Japanese, not just textbooks! Fun lessons at your pace♡
- Native
- New tutor
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$20/h
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Tomomi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese|Former Tour Guide|English & French Support|Travel & Everyday Japanese
- Native
- 2 lessons
- Not listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$15/h
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 |
| 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 | 461 | $18 | $14–$23 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 268 | $26 | $20–$33 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 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 | 26 | $34 | $28–$46 | 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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3980 tutors
Native speakers
$19Middle 50% between $13 and $29, 2179 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 1801 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 695 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $23, 461 tutors
AmazingTalker
$26Middle 50% between $20 and $33, 268 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $28 and $46, 26 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $70, 25 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan2,403 / 4,222
South Korea42 / 4,222
China36 / 4,222
Taiwan35 / 4,222
United States22 / 4,222
Hong Kong SAR China13 / 4,222
Spain12 / 4,222
Italy12 / 4,222
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Across 3,980 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $9.56 and $38 per hour.
Cafetalk has the lowest median price for Japanese tutors in our data: $11 per hour, and a quarter of its tutors charge $7.65 or less.
Not really: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, while non-native tutors charge $20. We list 2,419 native speakers.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $3.30. Trials are offered on Preply, Cafetalk, italki, AmazingTalker, and Engoo, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We track 4,222 Japanese tutors on Tusclases / FindTutors, Preply, Cafetalk, italki, AmazingTalker, and Engoo. Tusclases / FindTutors has the most choice, with 1,481 tutors.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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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 28, 2026
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