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
Certified Japanese Teacher |Grammar & Conversation | Minna no Nihongo |Beginners Welcome
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しく日本語で会話をしよう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Türkiye
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · China
🌸Free talk&Conversation🇯🇵 /🌊Anime & Travel Japanese/🇨🇳中文・ English OK/🙌🏻Beginner-friendly
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
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 enjoy Japanese! 🌸 | Grammar & Conversation | J-POP & K-POP fans welcome!🎵
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese for Work & Everyday Life😊 10+ Years in Global Companies🌐 Top 20% in Bookings
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real Japanese for Life in Japan | Native + 11 Years Abroad
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸２年以上のオンライン講師経験あり🌸 初心者でも安心！中級以上は会話力向上！自分のペースで着実に上達
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Don’t stress about mistakes—take it easy, try different approaches, and feel free to ask me anytime!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌼間違えてOK！安心して話せる日本語レッスン🌼
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly instructor! We also have a fun course with Manga videos♪
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese tutor (8+ yrs) for Kids, Beginners & Business Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
会話（かいわ）を楽（たの）しみながら新（あたら）しい文法（ぶんぽう）や単語（たんご）を身（み）につけよう🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
２０年以上日本での企業で経験をもつ講師
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Canada
Speak Japanese in 90 days / Friendly Pro Teacher Miwa
Japanese (KS) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
人気語学学校のCEO。1,000人の生徒が選んだ実績。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者大大大歓迎！資格を持った日本語教師です。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
柔軟なレッスン！英語もOK！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun & Relaxed Japanese Lessons | Speak with Confidence
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–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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