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.
3,129 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Native Japanese Tutor / 海外在住２０年以上・英会講師
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🟡ビジネス日本語のプロフェッショナル🟡JLPT合格対策🟡大学のマナー講師🟡就職の面接対策🟡ラグジュアリーブランドで10年間サービストレーナー経験
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん日本語で話しましょう！
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speech-Language Therapist & Japanese Teacher 🌸 Conversation・Pronunciation・Travel・Kids
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with much fun
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.
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎯Personalized Japanese coaching for learners who want direction, structure, and real progress.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'd like to inform you about Japan. Not only language but with my Japanese point of view!
Teaches A1–C2
italki · China
Fluent in Japanese English and Chinese, with over 8 years of teaching experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun Japanese lesson with former cabin crew✈️
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
If you're facing any difficulties while working in Japan, you can also consult us about them!
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語学校で初級〜中上級レベルを教えていました。楽しく日本語を勉強しましょう！
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT N4–N2 | Grammar to Conversation | English Support
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
中級者以上向け｜楽しく会話力を磨き、スキルをキープする日本語レッスン
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
let's chat like friends🍵🍡 Just real talk & culture !
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Passionated certified Japanese teacher with help in Japanese / English / German
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches B1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I’m a certified tutor with 5+ years experience and I teach 500+ hours on private classes
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
資格を持つ日本語教師📚IT企業9年勤務の経験を活かして、初心者からビジネス日本語まで幅広くサポートします💬💼間違えても大丈夫！たくさん話すチャレンジをしましょう！
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Clear, Logical Coaching for Serious Adult Learners | Intermediate, Business & JLPT (N5–N1)
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese with clarity, structure, and practical conversation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎖️ Professional Japanese teacher holding two certifications 🌏 Over 1,000 hours of online teaching
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 / 6,091China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
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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 30, 2026
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