5,560 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,560 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
1,084 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10年以上の経験あり/JLPT対策に特化/中国語OK
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT N4–N2 | Grammar to Conversation | English Support
Teaches A1–B2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
gentle, sincere, and fun 💗👦😎
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語教師の2種の資格を持つネイティブ講師。JLPT指導コースも修了。日本語ビギナーからJLPT指導まで幅広く、あなたのスタイルに合わせて楽しく教えます。
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10 years experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Clear, Logical Coaching for Serious Adult Learners | Intermediate, Business & JLPT (N5–N1)
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.
AmazingTalker · China
Conversational Pro🇯🇵
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
あなたの「日本語でしたいこと」を全力サポート！ 明るく楽しくポジティブなレッスンで、会話表現と文化を学びながら日本語を自分の言葉に🌸レッスン時 間の調整可能です！ご相談ください😊
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
🎌 JLPT N1 | Travel Japanese 🗾
Teaches A1–B1
italki · United States
Easy Going 🌸 Japanese Conversation Partner 🌸 Early Childhood Teacher
Teaches A1–B2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Certified✨experienced✨
Teaches B1–C2
italki · Taiwan
| 陪你學日語(JLPT) | 中文 | 陪你: 能說、敢說、多說 |
Teaches A1–B2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🔥View🔥Bus🔥Cov🔥Trav🔥Free talk🔥
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Free talking Travel languages in Japan Grammar, Pronunciation JLPT N3 N2
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
🌸Methodology Teacher🥇
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginner-friendly and Easy to understand Lesson
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Travel|Conversation|Beginner
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
italki · China
10years experience in Chinese⇔Japanese translation
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · South Korea
+2000exp🌸AT Official mentor🎖️
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPTN5–N3 & Beginner Conversation Specialist｜Certified Japanese Teacher｜Speak Naturally Step by Step
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
中国語OK｜発音改善｜会話力UP
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT, Intermediate course. Certified teacher with 3400hours.
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
15years of teaching experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
英語で文法説明ができる日本語講師
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while Tusclases / FindTutors offers the most choice (1,481 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,481 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| italki | 1,135 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 904 | $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 | 696 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 239 | 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 | 54 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 25 | $52 | $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.
Japan3,395 / 5,560Taiwan151 / 5,560China120 / 5,560South Korea63 / 5,560
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
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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 29, 2026
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