6,828 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,828 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.
4,186 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT N4–N2 | Grammar to Conversation | English Support
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Recommended for beginners! A qualified tutor who can support you to achieve your goals.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Clear, Logical Coaching for Serious Adult Learners | Intermediate, Business & JLPT (N5–N1)
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.
italki · China
同时拥有教授中文和日语经验的教师
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌟Learn Japanese Naturally – Grammar, Conversation & More!🌟
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · France
Enseignante japonaise certifiée pour les francophones(French speaker only)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Based in London 🇬🇧| Over 10,000 lessons taught 👑 | Using original teaching materials🎀
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese for Complete Beginners | 15+ Years of Teaching Experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
現役大学生プロ教師
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese for Beginners | Step by Step, From “I know” to “I can use”
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
italki · Italy
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
ビジネス日本語を中心に教えています。敬語が使えるようになりましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🇯🇵➡︎🇺🇸➡︎🇪🇪➡︎🇮🇩 (2025) Digital Nomad living abroad 13 years
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Real-Life Japanese with a Native Speaker | Culture, Conversation & Everyday Life
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · Italy
Native Chinese & Shanghainese | JLPT N1 & IELTS 7.5 | Japanese & Mandarin Tutor
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸Friendly Japanese Teacher | Speak Naturally & Confidently🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
MA student in Japanese Language Education/ English OK
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,164 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 | 2,164 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,513 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 989 | $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 | 766 | $12 | $8.23–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 277 | 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 | 32 | $51 | $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.
Japan4,471 / 6,828
Taiwan164 / 6,828China156 / 6,828
South Korea81 / 6,828
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828
United States39 / 6,828Italy20 / 6,828
Philippines19 / 6,828SpeakDuo 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 24, 2026
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