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
★ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS ALWAYS WELCOME!!★
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Emiko Native de Tokyo 🌸よろしくおねがいします。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語・韓国語・英語が話せる日本語教師です！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–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
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
I have been teaching Japanese for 7years at Japanese language school in Japan.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–B2
italki · China
✅ Certified Polyglot Tutor ✅ Writer & Global Traveler ✅ Humoruos and patient ✅ MA in Sociology
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher🌸 Let's enjoy talking about Music, Food & Movies!｜初心者歓迎！楽しく自然な日本語を学びましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Safe Place for All🌈 | 会話練習 | 間違い訂正 | 生きた日本語 | 毎回新しい単語・表現
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese like chatting with a friend—relaxed, natural, and mistakes always welcome!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional Japanese Teacher | 8+ yrs exp | Genki books, JLPT, Travel, Free Conversation | Eng ok!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Hong Kong SAR China
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
スイス🇨🇭から こんにちは！Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence | English🇺🇸 🇩🇪Ok👍
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🏅You can learn here with a qualified and experienced professional teacher!✅English is available
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Discover your Japanese voice through art, and real stories of Japan. All levels are welcome! 🌿
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
19yrs Exp! Learn with a knowledgeable musician & dive into the exciting world of Japanese!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
italki · China
10 years experiences in teaching Chinese and Japanese in spare time.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Sorry I’m not a ninja, haven't climbed up Mt Fuji, but am obsessed with anime, sushi & teaching にほんご
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
修士課程を修了したプロの日本語教師です。日本語教育は9年、英語教育は11年の経験があります。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Natural & Confident Japanese! 🗣️ Friendly Conversation Practice for Intermediate Learners
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
⭐ Helping complete beginners speak Japanese with confidence
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Relaxed & Fun Japanese Lessons for All Levels|Friendly Native Tutor
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 / 6,837Hong 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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