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.
2,619 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Malaysia
The fastest 🗣️N2 in 3Mo🎯
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's enjoy contextual Japanese conversation for fun/traveling with a certified tutor! 【A2-B1】
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginner–Intermediate 🌼 More “I said it myself!” moments | Build the skills to use the Japanese you know in real conversations 🌼✨
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Speak natural Japanese with confidence at work — not textbook Japanese.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Speaking/Kids/JLPT/business
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
OTAKU Sensei 👩🏻 REAL Japanese Beyond Textbooks / Japan Trip Ready /Real Conversation/ Beginner OK
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.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Lessons to Make Your Speaking Dreams Come True🌷/Let's Learn Japanese and Culture in a Fun Way That Matches Your Interests📖✨ I'll Support You in Develo…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
単に日本語を翻訳するのではなく、英語でのビジネス交渉の仕方、英語でのテレカンをする際には何を注意するのか、等を講師のビジネスの経験に基づいてレッスンします。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kid’s／Conversation／Basic
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
From daily life to IT related - I can provide lessons that meet your needs!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Fun and easy Japanese conversation lessons for beginners
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's talk in Japanese! Practice your spoken Japanese, improve your fluency and enhance your vocabulary!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Speaks English&Chinese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Casual Japanese for Beginners & Japan Lovers!
NativeCafetalk · Japan
It will be fun if you can have a conversation!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🌸Expert in JLPT N1-N5🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · Peru
¡Aprende español y japonés de forma divertida y efectiva con un profesor experimentado!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Friendly and Bright Teacher
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Ｎ５～Ｎ１対応の、生徒さんのレベルに合わせた、語彙、文法のレッスンを行います。読解、聴解も希望も希望があればご相談ください。
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Beginner|Oral
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
You only live once! Let's have fun learning:-)
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
Let’s learn Japanese and share stories about the world with a teacher who has traveled to 60 countries!
NativeCafetalk · Japan
好きなトピックで日常で使える日本語を話しましょう リラックスかつ楽しく学んだ言葉は一生使えます！
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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 / 5,560
Taiwan151 / 5,560
China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560
United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
Spain12 / 5,560SpeakDuo 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 September 29, 2026
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