6,828 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,828 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.
1,395 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Apprentus
Japanese (Any Level, Casual conversation, Leaving Cert, JLPT etc)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
📩 Not sure where to start? Message me and I’ll help you choose the best lesson.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Beginner|Fundamental
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · United States
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
✍🏻JLPT/GRAMMAR/TRIP/CONVERSATION✍🏻
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Letuelezioni
Laureato in Lingua e Letteratura Giapponese con certificazione N2 del JLPT offre ripetizioni
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
たくさん話して、もっと自然な日本語へ！間違いを丁寧に直しながら、伝わる日本語と会話力を伸ばしましょう
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Conv｜Gram｜JLPT｜Biz｜AI
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified teacher who not only knows English but also knows how to teach Japanese to English speaker
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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.…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Suasaulasparticulares
Professor de Japonês para viagens, provas do JLPT, conversação, profissional
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's learn Japanese - vocabulary & collocations （intermediate level or above)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
🗣️ Conversation✈️ Travel🎌 JLPT
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Help you reach your goal throughout this Japanese language learning journey!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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. ✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tusclasesparticulares
Clases de japonés con profesor nativo de Tokio y titulado | Profesor en activo en Barcelona (Todos los niveles / JLPT)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
集中して合格を目指す特別プログラム！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Taka老師｜會話・語彙強化｜自然日語
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Multilingual | 10+ Years,12,000+ Hours Teaching Experience | Tailored Lessons for Professionals |懂中文
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Taught 100+ students! 🌸 Personalized and fun lessons!Start from zero! 🚀【JLPT & Daily conversation】
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tusclases
Profesora colombiana con formación en Japón JLPT N2
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,150 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 | 2,150 | $20 | $15–$26 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,518 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 981 | $22 | $17–$29 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 791 | $12 | $8.42–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 265 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 76 | $21 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$38 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 58 | $34 | $26–$42 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 34 | $54 | $45–$78 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 8 | $53 | $41–$63 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,462 / 6,828Taiwan166 / 6,828
China157 / 6,828
South Korea82 / 6,828
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828United States40 / 6,828
Italy19 / 6,828
Brazil16 / 6,828SpeakDuo 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.
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 November 12, 2026
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