6,424 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,424 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
1,222 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
TOEIC 925 🎓 Chinese 3th Class
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Travel Japanese today, JLPT N5 tomorrow. Let’s enjoy the journey, one step at a time!
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
Conversation|Beginner|JLPT N5
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
講師経験5年🔸英語＆中国語🔸旅行＆日常会話🔸5 years experience 🔸English & Chinese🔸Travel & Daily conversation
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Beginner|Business
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun, conversational Japanese lessons with an Osaka-native & Germany-based tutor
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.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
experienced teacher💪
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Tutor (2+ Yrs) | English Support
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
English, Japanese,Cantonese
Teaches A1
italki · Philippines
Fun and engaging lessons for all nationalities of all ages! A teacher with 14 years of experience 🎶
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · China
👶Kids OK🔥Cantonese ok
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
まちがえても大丈夫です ❕ 私は、ゆっくり・わかりやすく話します ❣
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🔥 AT debut price 🔥
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
▶︎ A multipassionate entrepreneur Japanese tutor
Teaches A1–B2
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
J-pop, J-drama,speaking
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Conversation for Beginners & Travelers
Teaches A1–B1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
初級の日本語、中級の日本語
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real Japanese from a Japanese Language School Teacher!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Speak Japanese Now!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Teacher 🎓 Friendly Practice! Talk about travel & hiking! ✈️🏔️ (Beginners Welcome 😊)
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
5 lang/airpot work/cosmetics💄
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【🌸Beginners Welcome🌸】Dairy Conversation | Grammar | 👍 Support Available in English and Italian🌏
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|JLPT
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
40+ Online Lessons | Conversation Focus
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,968 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 | 1,968 | $20 | $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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,166 / 6,424Taiwan157 / 6,424China141 / 6,424
South Korea71 / 6,424Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,424
United States37 / 6,424
Italy17 / 6,424Philippines16 / 6,424SpeakDuo 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 1, 2026
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