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.
2,961 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
もし、『みんなの日本語』を もって いたら、いっしょに べんきょう しませんか？ -Shall we study together if you have a Japanese text book『Minna no Nihongo』?-
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
beginner & advanced Japanese
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨ "Special Speaking Lesson" が好評です！話して終わりにしない日本語レッスン👄｜訂正・復習ノートで着実に上達✏️
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
For those who want to try out their Japanese in conversation and expand their range of expressions.
NativeCafetalk · Malaysia
Build confidence speaking in a fun way!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese conversation
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.
Nativeitalki · Japan
15+ years of teaching experience! I will be your perfect guide in learning Japanese ;)
Teaches A1–C2
Preply · United States
JLPT N1+ ・ JPN MAJ ・ Podcast Host
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let’s enjoy a relaxed and fun conversation about your favorite topics.
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
700+ hours teaching
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
A Japanese teacher from Gifu Prefecture with 7 years of experience teaching at an agricultural high school. Raise your Japanese level through practical role-pl…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
We will enjoy a short conversation!
NativeAmazingTalker · China
Interactive Learning｜JLPT
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
ビジネスの場面や日常で自分の言いたいことを日本語で伝えたい人のサポーター
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🔰Beginners Are Very Welcome🔰｜English & Spanish Support A supportive Japanese teacher who makes learning fun. From travel and everyday conversation to living in…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
This is to facilitate your future studies. If you first time to take my lesson please take this lesson. This lesson is required.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Fashion|hardened|middle~biz
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Have a master's degree in Japanese language education for non-native speakers
Teaches A1–C2
Preply · Egypt
Arabic & English OK! Passed JLPT N2 + scored 5/5 on the AP Japanese Exam + grew up in Japan for 10 years. 🇯🇵✨ Learn Japanese at your own pace, from daily conve…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
First Japanese. Let's have fun learning together!!
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
Conversations N5-N1 Travel
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's learn Japanese together!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence 👉| Osaka Native | 2,300+ Lessons | Real-Life Conversation & Subtle Nuances🎯
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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 / 5,942Taiwan153 / 5,942China127 / 5,942
South Korea68 / 5,942Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,942United States33 / 5,942
Philippines15 / 5,942
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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 30, 2026
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