6,838 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,838 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.
4,704 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · China
18年日语教学经验｜JLPT｜商务｜旅行|中英双语课程 —— 让日语学习变得简单、高效又有趣
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
A friendly tutor with experience in 80+ countries, helping adults learn Japanese through manga, anim
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
自然な日本語を話したい学習者のために。 中級〜上級者を対象に、フリートークやディスカッション、面接練習など、目的に合わせたレッスンを提供します。
Japanese (KS) · Teaches B1–C2
italki · China
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
4 years of experience teaching exchange students Japanese at uni
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
現役採用面 接官「本当に受かる」模擬面接・旅行日本語・漫画で学ぶ・博多弁・4コママンガで学ぶ日本のビジネス習慣・バズるSNS添削・しりとりゲームなどを提供しています。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
English OK 😊 たのしくおしゃべりしましょう！ことば教室🍵 🇯🇵
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸あなたの日本語学習のお手伝いをします。日本語を使って「できる」を増やしましょう🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸日本語って楽しい!!🌸初心者🔰OK！まちがえたってだいじょうぶ！たくさん話して会話になれよう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly and Supportive Teacher 🌸 Perfect for Beginners & JLPT Prep!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
I want to talk about everything you want to talk !
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Japanese in a comfortable way and watch your skills grow! 🇯🇵
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let’s have fun! Bilingual Japanese teacher🇯🇵🇺🇸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
フリートークに飽きた方にお勧め！！！日本語レベル中級者以上に教えます。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified with the 420-hour program, I teach real Japanese through fun, practical conversation (^^♪
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C1
italki · Hong Kong SAR China
Tutor who have taught Japanese for 5 years for junior to adults
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
970+ Lessons Taught | Learn Japanese Step by Step in a Relaxed & Supportive environment
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Native Japanese Teacher | 6+ Years Experience | Speak Naturally
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Over 18 Years Experienced 🪭 Fun Native Japanese Teacher!🦸🏻♂️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese from DAY 1! Practical Japanese in daily life & Travel Prep for Beginners🇯🇵
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
有資格で約10年いろいろな学習者の方とレッスンをしてきました！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,166 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 | 2,166 | $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.
Japan4,480 / 6,838
Taiwan165 / 6,838China156 / 6,838
South Korea81 / 6,838Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,838
United States39 / 6,838
Italy20 / 6,838
Philippines18 / 6,838SpeakDuo 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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