Kumi
FindTutors
I'm a traveling digital-nomad Japanese, I'll be your conversation partner in Japanese language.
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6,077 tutors · 12 platforms
Online Japanese tutors, compared
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,077 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$27
Typical range
$5.50
Trial lesson
6,077
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
6,080 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Yuri
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Fun & easy Japanese lessons! ・University & Australia teaching experience ・Beginners welcome! 😊
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- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
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Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Andres
FindTutors
If you have a passion for learning japanese and Kanji then I can help !
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MIKO
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Me ☕ | Beginner Friendly~楽しく日本語を学ぼう~
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- New tutor
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- No reviews yet
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Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Wakana
FindTutors
I have learnt foreign languages as a second language and I understand the difficulty of learning languages. Moreover I have 14 years experience of teaching. I…
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$20/h
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Reina
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨あなたが日本語を使って、かなえたい夢はどんなことですか✨
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- 3 lessons
- Teaching degree · verified
- English +1
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- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
$16/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
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Fazilath
FindTutors
I am chemistry and biology lecturer teach private tuz
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Tomoya
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Teacher | 11+ Yrs in University Int'l Center & Global Business Background!
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- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English +1
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Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$35/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
Rumi
FindTutors
I am Japanese and passionate about spreading the richness of Japanese culture worldwide. My personality is a hardworking, conscientious, and responsible person…
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Hiroto
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced in India | Patient & Friendly Japanese Lessons with a teacher from Kansai area
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- English +1
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Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
LuLu
FindTutors
I give tailor made private lessons of Japanese and Chinese to meet students’ needs.
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Noriko
Nativeitalki · Japan
High-context Japanese communication for business and professional settings
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- New tutor
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
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Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
$35/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Erika
FindTutors
7-Year Japanese Sensei. (All aged Group). Let's learn!
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Misaki
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real conversation, real Japanese 🗣️💬 Let’s practice Japanese in a relaxed and friendly space 🇯🇵
- Native
- 20 lessons
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- English
- No reviews yet
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Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
$30/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
Matt
FindTutors
I can give lessons for all the people who are interested in Japan. For travel, study and business, I am ready to teach
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- Business
$26/h
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Tomoya
Nativeitalki · Japan
UK born Japanese Native teacher. With over 18 years of experience living in Japan. Fluent in English
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- 1 lessons
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- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$32/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $10
Matt
FindTutors
I give lessons to communicate and understand Japanese and English easier. Simple and joyful.
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$26/h
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Kenta
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese for Study, Work & Life in Japan 日本で学ぶ・働く・暮らすための実践的な日本語
- Native
- 8 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +3
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Teaches A1–C1
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$18/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Reo
FindTutors
I am very energetic and have good communication skills. Suitable for all ages.
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MISHIRO
Nativeitalki · Japan
- Native
- New tutor
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- English
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Teaches A1–B1
- Speaks your language
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.00
Chihiro
FindTutors
Japanese conversation for beginners :) Tutor with 4 years of experience
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- Beginners
$33/h
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azu
Nativeitalki · Japan
Konnichiwa! I'm certificated teaching Japanese Lessons for beginner to master.
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- New tutor
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
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Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$25/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Hiroyuki
FindTutors
Learn Japanese through geopolitics, current affairs and Japanese foreign policy
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emiko
Nativeitalki · Japan
楽しく話せるあなたの日本語パートナー！！
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- New tutor
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- English
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Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
$13/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
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Japanese tutors by platform
Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,621 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 | 1,621 | $19 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,484 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 922 | $22 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 699 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 242 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 72 | $24 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$37 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 27 | $52 | $43–$70 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $30 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 7 | $56 | $44–$64 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $27, 5832 tutors
Native speakers
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 3781 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $26, 2051 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
italki
$19Middle 50% between $15 and $25, 1621 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $26, 1482 tutors
AmazingTalker
$22Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 922 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 698 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $27 and $41, 56 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $43 and $70, 27 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan3,857 / 6,077
Taiwan153 / 6,077
China130 / 6,077
South Korea69 / 6,077
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,077
United States33 / 6,077
Philippines16 / 6,077
Italy15 / 6,077
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Across 5,832 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $10 and $36 per hour.
Cafetalk has the lowest median price for Japanese tutors in our data: $11 per hour, and a quarter of its tutors charge $7.65 or less.
Not really: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, while non-native tutors charge $20. We list 4,024 native speakers.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.50. Trials are offered on italki, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We track 6,077 Japanese tutors on italki, Tusclases / FindTutors, AmazingTalker, Preply, Cafetalk, and Engoo. italki has the most choice, with 1,621 tutors.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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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 September 30, 2026
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