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 · United States
アメリカ在住のネイティブの日本人です。 あなたのためだけに作られたパーソナライズされた日本語レッスンをぜひ体験してください！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced and certified Japanese teacher.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
italki · France
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌻いっしょに はなしましょう🌻 I will support your Japanese learning. Would you like to study together with me?
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese for travel with confidence🇯🇵 Friendly tutor for all levels!
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
Relaxing and Fun Lesson!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I teach English so I know how to teach Japanese in English.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
役に立つ日本語を楽しく勉強しましょう！Why don't you study "practical Japanese" with fun?
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly and Supportive teacher from Tokyo, Focused on conversation skills
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸Friendly and patient Japanese teacher.🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese conversation with a qualified teacher!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · Kazakhstan
English & Japanese teacher | IELTS, TOEFL, Job Interview & Academic Success Coach
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Good for beginners and IT workers👍 A certified tutor with 2 years' teaching experience.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
¡Hola todos! hago clases con los materiales didácticos desde Chile, por más de 20 años!!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
NEW teacher! native in Japanese & English
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Here to Support Your Japanese Journey ☀️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Don't be nervous, relax and speak Japanese^^
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Sono un insegnante di giapponese qualificato che parla italiano e un po' di inglese.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しくお話しましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's practice speaking in Japanese with me!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本文学を一緒に読むレッスンをしています♪
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C1
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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 / 6,837
China156 / 6,837
South Korea81 / 6,837
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,837United 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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