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.
italki · Australia
Qualified English, Italian and Japanese Teacher with over 25 Years of Teaching Experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本企業で多くの外国人と仕事をしてきた元エンジニアが日本語を教えます
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Natural Japanese with a Patient, Supportive Mom! Tailored Lessons + Quick Notes.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Parlez japonais avec naturel et assurance dès aujourd'hui !
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
わかる日本語から話せる日本語へ！頭を使って楽しく話す文法レッスン！文章を作る練習&会話重視のレッスンで自然な日本語が学べます。あなたの夢や目標をサポート🎯
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
From Travel Phrases to Advanced Japanese – Fun Lessons for All Learners:)
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 · Peru
Japonés natural para hispanohablantes: conversación, viajes y JLPT con una profesora de habla nativa
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語の会話練習しませんか？リラックスした雰囲気＆英語対応可能
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語を楽しく学習しましょう！英語も話せます！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
italki · Brazil
Certified IELTS English Teacher with 6 years of experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【English OK!】Gamer|Anime Fan|Certified Pro Japanese teacher! From Hiragana, vocabs to Kanji, JLPT.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Plan of Japan trip? Let´s grab some Japanese phrase!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · China
自学六国语言，四国语言流利
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
有資格12年以上の教授経験🌸Kay先生と一緒に、日本語をもっと楽しみませんか？🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者歓迎🔰人材業界出身HRのプロが教える📚オリジナル教材、アプリを使ったネイティブレッスン🌼ビジネス会話から、旅行で使う日常会話も習得可能✨大手HR企業での勤務10年以上/英語OK/初心者歓迎
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
テーマは楽しく面白く！Fun and interesting class! Let's talk about anything you like.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Real, Polite & Practical Japanese from Hospitality Experience!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Native Japanese tutor| tutor experienced 1year| 6 activate students
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · Italy
Insegnante di lingua giapponese con esperienza di insegnamento e soggiorno in Giappone
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
GENKIを使って、楽しく分かりやすくなたのペースに合わせて日本語を教えます
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
italki · Taiwan
Sarah Lin 🇯🇵 Japanese N1 👩🏫 7yrs in Japan 🌸 定居海外✨日文N1｜在日七年｜生活化日文！
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher | Beginner-Friendly & Practical Japanese | JLPT N5–N3
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1
Nativeitalki · Japan
一緒に続ける日本語｜初心者歓迎！話せる楽しさを実感しよう🌟
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
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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 / 6,828Taiwan164 / 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.
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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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