6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,091 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.
1,182 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
🌸 Japanese Teacher | 10+ Years Experience Fun Lessons for Kids of All Ages ♥️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–B2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Study abroad in NY
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Learn Japanese with a Certified & Experienced Tutor! : beginners / Conversation / Grammar /medical terms
Nativeitalki · Japan
元小 学校教師のやさしい日本語レッスン✨ さまざまなレベルや年齢に対応しています🏅 日本語ネイティブ｜指導歴10年以上
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Native Japanese
Teaches A2–C2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativePreply · Japan
"Feel at ease even if you lack confidence in speaking! 😊" Utilizing my experience living abroad and in childcare, let's learn together at your own pace! 🇯🇵
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Relaxed & Friendly Japanese Lessons ✍️ Former Editor 🇯🇵 English OK
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · South Korea
💓JLPT N1 💓Academy instructor
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
A Japanese Teacher Who's Great with Kids
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Tutor for Beginners ✈️ Ex-Flight Attendant & Career Advis｜夢中になる日本語レッスン
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
💛All Ages💛Talk|JLPT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
I'd like to teach you beautiful and natural Japanese
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speech-Language Therapist & Japanese Teacher 🌸 Conversation・Pronunciation・Travel・Kids
Teaches A1–B2
NativeAmazingTalker · Canada
Business/Conversations
Teaches A2–B1
NativePreply · Japan
Beginner & Kids Friendly | Certified Japanese Tutor | English & Chinese Support
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese lesson for Kids 🐻🐰Embark on a Japanese learning adventure with your teacher 👩✈️✈️
Teaches C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Coach with Japanese😎
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Teaches business Japanese and the rules of Japanese companies
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
初中高級日文｜商業旅遊｜JLPT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
★Master’s degree in Education★Former Elementary School Teacher★National qualification★ From children to advanced learners! and fully supportive of first-time J…
italki · United States
Easy Going 🌸 Japanese Conversation Partner 🌸 Early Childhood Teacher
Teaches A1–B2
AmazingTalker · Malaysia
Conversation|English for Kids
Teaches A2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,635 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 | 1,635 | $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 |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan3,870 / 6,091
Taiwan153 / 6,091
China130 / 6,091South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
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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 September 30, 2026
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