6,837 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,837 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $6.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
4,708 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'm busy main work, so if you'd like a lesson, please send me a message.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginner Japanese & Keigo Specialist ✨ Speak Naturally and Confidently
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Master Natural Japanese with a Seasoned Pro | 1,500+ Lessons | Business & Interview Prep
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語学校経 験を活かして楽しくサポート🌸使える日本語を一緒に練習しましょう！ Fun Japanese lessons backed by language school experience 🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese teacher with 7 years experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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
Let's practice Japanese together! :)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
italki · Spain
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
☀️もうすぐ夏です🏅Award as Top1% teacher by italki in 2022. I will be taking some time off from July 2024.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🇯🇵 Practical Japanese Conversation | Beginners Welcome | English Support
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
2019年からチューターをしています。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Never Run Out of Things to Say! | Japanese Conversation | EN Support
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let’s talk like friends!😁 Explain in English◎ Kansai dialect◎英語・日本語教師の免許があります。I’m a cheerleader💃🏼
Japanese (KS) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaching experience/gently and friendly🇯🇵👩💻【I will be taking a break from March 1st 🙆♀️】
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎃Coaching you to improve your Japanese language skills according to your scopes🔰 JLPT🗣️Business🚀
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨🇯🇵Let's study together to achieve your goal! 🇯🇵✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
たのしく話そう！リラックス😉
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
「日本語を話せるようになりたい」あなたをサポートします。提高口语水平
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence 🌸 Conversation • Grammar • Personalized lessons
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🇯🇵 Certified Japanese Teacher | Natural Japanese, Culture & Real Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · China
文学博士，拥有在日本和韩国教授汉语经验的资深语言学教师。
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
A Safe Space to Make Mistakes & Grow Confidence!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced Japanese teacher at a language school and online | JLPT success support guaranteed!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let’s start learning Japanese :)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,165 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 | 2,165 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,514 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 987 | $22 | $16–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 770 | $12 | $8.23–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 281 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 77 | $21 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$38 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 33 | $52 | $45–$80 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $24–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 7 | $56 | $45–$65 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,479 / 6,837
Taiwan165 / 6,837China156 / 6,837
South Korea81 / 6,837
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,837
United States39 / 6,837
Italy20 / 6,837
Philippines18 / 6,837SpeakDuo 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.
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 October 26, 2026
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