4,223 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 4,223 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $3.30. Native speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
543 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional in business Japanese and everyday conversation! **ビジネス日本語と日常会話のプロ**です！
Teaches A1–C2
Letuelezioni
Laureato in Lingua e Letteratura Giapponese con certificazione N2 del JLPT offre ripetizioni
NativeCafetalk · Japan
フォト俳句・短歌・川柳で気持ちを伝えよう
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
unlock global career opportuni
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Not Just Japanese, Understand Japan! Build real skills through structured lessons & natural conversation. Explore history, food & culture beyond the textbook.…
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ Beginners Welcome! Build Your Confidence with Fun & Patient Lessons ✨
Teaches A1–C1
Suasaulasparticulares
Professor de Japonês para viagens, provas do JLPT, conversação, profissional
NativeCafetalk · Japan
気軽に15分お話ししましょう⭐︎
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Start Learning from ZERO!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let’s speak natural Japanese with confidence! 💐 From JLPT prep to everyday conversation and business Japanese, we’ll support each person’s goals. ✨
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's master natural Japanese the most quickly. Beginners and JLPT learners are also very welcome.
Teaches A1–C2
Tusclases
Profesora colombiana con formación en Japón JLPT N2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's learn Japanese - vocabulary & collocations （intermediate level or above)
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
MA degree in Japanese
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Taught 100+ students! 🌸 Personalized and fun lessons!Start from zero! 🚀【JLPT & Daily conversation】
Nativeitalki · Japan
スイス🇨🇭から こんにちは！Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence | English🇺🇸 🇩🇪Ok👍
Teaches A1–B2
Letuelezioni
Laureando magistrale con esperienza in Giappone e certificazione JLPT N2 offre lezioni di Lingua Giapponese
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Review your learning process and check areas you need to focus on before starting your JLPT prep lessons! Available once per student.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
8+years exp🏅certified📚
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Friendly tutor with lots of experience😊Tokyo accent✨ More than 3,000 lessons in Preply! ✨Fluent in English. Living in Canada. Beginners, Kids, JLPT, Travel con…
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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 |
| 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 |
| italki | 462 | $18 | $14–$23 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 268 | $26 | $20–$33 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| 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 | 26 | $34 | $28–$46 | 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.
Japan2,404 / 4,223
South Korea42 / 4,223
China36 / 4,223
Taiwan35 / 4,223
United States22 / 4,223
Hong Kong SAR China13 / 4,223
Spain12 / 4,223
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Updated September 28, 2026
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