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.
5,560 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Classgap · United Kingdom
Beginners Japanese Tutor. Online Interactive Lessons for ages 11+, CRB checked
Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
こちらのレッスンはスウェーデン語の絵本を解読するレッスンになります♪お子さんへの読み聞かせは別のレッスンがるのでそちらにリクエストお願いいたします♪
Apprentus
Japanese and Chinese for Beginners and Test Prep with Linguistic PhD
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering and previously worked as a researcher for an electronics company.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
子供日本語/ORG教材/N2対策
Teaches A2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Top 1% tutor, a nocturnal, probably available in your timezone :D
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
My favorite Japanese foods are sushi, ramen, and gyutan! What about you? Let's talk a lot about what you love about Japan! I can speak Japanese, English, and F…
Tusclasesparticulares
Desde Sapporo, método único! Aprende japonés online como si estuvieses viviendo de verdad en Japón
Classgap · Spain
Teaches A1–A2
Cafetalk · Türkiye
Structured JLPT lessons using Minna no Nihongo & Sou Matome
Apprentus
Beginner Japanese🌸 Learn with an Experienced Native Tutor
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Bachelor of Foreign Studies from the Department of English Language at Sophia University.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🏅5700Lesson completed!!🌟
Teaches A1–C2
Verbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
我非常喜欢看动画和漫画👀✨ 我最喜欢的动画作品是《进击的巨人》《排球》《鬼灭之刃》《咒术回战》和《王者天下》
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
4 Years of Teaching Experience + Clear English Explanations｜Japanese you can use from today! Fully Personalised Lessons Made Just for You !
Tusclasesparticulares
Profesor de japonés nativo con más de 5 años de experiencia ofrece clases dinámicas online a niños y adultos
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Classgap · Spain
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
25分、レッスンできます。 質問（しつもん）、会話（かいわ）、なんでもいいです。 レベル：だれでもOK
Apprentus
Private French/Japanese/English lessons for everyone
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have been tutoring English for over 5 years to people of all ages.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Waseda Univ. Love traveling!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Verbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C1
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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 / 5,560Spain12 / 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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