5,942 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,942 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.
2,439 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
A relaxed lesson for beginners
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I have experience teaching from beginner to proficient level. speaking/listing/reading/writing
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginner-friendly🔰 Learn with a current Japanese school teacher living in Canada 🇨🇦 Open to all levels, with conversation-focused lessons. Safe, fun, and full…
FindTutors
I am a native Japanese speaker and can offer Japanese lessons for learners of all levels, from beginners to advanced.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Special limited-time offer! 🎉
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'm happy to hear the news that students passed the JLPT. It's your turn next. Let's study with me
Teaches A1–C1
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativePreply · Japan
🌸 Absolute Beginner Japanese Specialist | 900 ＋ Lessons taught
FindTutors
Structured Japanese for Beginners: Master Grammar Logic & Daily Conversation
NativeAmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
🧸 Beginner Japanese | JLPT
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional teacher of both individual and group lessons :)
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
1,100 Lessons Achieved! Now Accepting New Students! For beginners, I offer structured lessons based on grammar textbooks. For intermediate-advanced learners, I…
FindTutors
Specialised in beginner and struggling learners - a native-English speaking tutor passionate about individualised learning.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10years Experience🎉grammar
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌏Japanese teacher who travels around the world 🇯🇵世界(せかい)を旅(たび)する日本語教師 (にほんごきょうし）
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese teacher with experience as a tutor in Korea
Tusclasesparticulares
Japonés para principiantes (nivel A1/A2)
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
From Tokyo, living in Fukuoka
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🔰🎖️ Japanese for Complete Beginners⭕️ Step-by-Step & Fun Conversation🌸 ⚫︎Natural Japanese through conversation⚫︎JLPT N2/N3 support⚫︎ Friendly, patient lessons…
Tusclasesparticulares
Profesor de japonés para todos los niveles (de nivel principiante - avanzado).
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
専門性の高い授業😀
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Conversation(会話)／Beginner class(初級文法) Please book “trial lesson for new student”
Teaches A1–C2
Preply · United States
Learn with someone who has been through it all! Beginner → JLPT N1 → Japanese degree → 10 years as a translator. Focus on meaningful communication and fluency.
Voscours
Cours de Japonais pour débutant - Initiation Hiragana/Katakana et apprentissage à la culture
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,486 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 | 1,486 | $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.
Japan3,739 / 5,942
Taiwan153 / 5,942
China127 / 5,942
South Korea68 / 5,942Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,942United States33 / 5,942
Philippines15 / 5,942
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Updated September 30, 2026
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