6,645 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,645 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.
6,645 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn Natural Japanese with a Patient, Supportive Mom! Tailored Lessons + Quick Notes.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Parlez japonais avec naturel et assurance dès aujourd'hui !
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん話す文法レッスン！会話・旅行・ビジネス・敬語！
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
From Travel Phrases to Advanced Japanese – Fun Lessons for All Learners:)
Teaches A1–C2
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
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
日本語を楽しく学習しましょう！英語も話せます！
Teaches B1–C2
italki · Romania
JLPT N5 & N4 | Beginner & Lower-Intermediate Japanese Lessons
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–A2
italki · Brazil
Certified IELTS English Teacher with 6 years of experience
Teaches A1–C2
italki · Brazil
Vamos falar japonês!・Let's speak Japanese!
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Non ha senso imparare la lingua se non ci si diverte!
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【English OK!】Gamer|Anime Fan|Certified Pro Japanese teacher! From Hiragana, vocabs to Kanji, JLPT.
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
1000回以上のレッスン経験！役立つ・自然な日本語教えます🌸旅行から試験対策まで！あなたに合ったレッスンで、楽しく日本語を学べます！
Teaches A2–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence💪 Enjoy the Process and Grow Naturally!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Plan of Japan trip? Let´s grab some Japanese phrase!
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's practice speaking in Japanese! I will make a fun and relaxing environment for our chat :)
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
7years experience teaching English and Japanese! Love Manga and Anime!!
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Did you studied Japanese before and then stopped? We plan what to practice next, and in what order.
Teaches B1–C2
italki · China
自学六国语言，四国语言流利
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (2,163 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 | 2,163 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,485 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 932 | $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 | 706 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 248 | 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 | 29 | $50 | $40–$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.
Japan4,348 / 6,645
Taiwan161 / 6,645China149 / 6,645
South Korea73 / 6,645
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,645
United States39 / 6,645
Italy18 / 6,645
Philippines17 / 6,645SpeakDuo 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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Updated October 2, 2026
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