Ayako D.
NativePreply · Japan
More Than Japanese: A Communication Experience with a Native Teacher
- Native
- 3 yrs · 7 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$11/h
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Page language: English
4,365 tutors · 12 platforms
Online Japanese tutors, compared
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 4,365 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $4.40. Native speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
$20/h
Median / hour
$14–$28
Typical range
$4.40
Trial lesson
4,365
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
862 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Hiro S.
NativePreply · Japan
I'm a Japanese teacher with 30 years of experience! I can guide you from the basics of the kana to JLPT prep, business conversation, and interview coaching. ⭐️…
- Native
- 11 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Chinese
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
- Exam prep
- Business
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Takashi Y.
NativePreply · Japan
I have 10 years of experience at a Japanese language school.
- Native
- 10 yrs · 100+ lessons
- Not listed
- Spanish
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
- Kids
- Beginners
$18/h
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Andrew W.
Preply · United States
Former Kyoto University International Student → Future Researcher at Showa Pharmaceutical University
- Advanced (C1)
- 34 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$24/h
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Kou O.
NativePreply · Japan
It's okay to make mistakes. Getting used to Japanese while talking is the quickest way!
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$24/h
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華奈 マ.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Conversation & Free Talk
- Native
- 37 lessons
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
$12/h
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Chizuru S.
NativePreply · Japan
I’m here to fully support your passion for idols! 📔✏️ Let’s naturally master Japanese together!
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Korean
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
$11/h
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Yuka K.
NativePreply · Japan
Learn through what you love! I'll guide you every step of the way with clear, science-backed learning.
- Native
- 8 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$12/h
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Misaki T.
NativePreply · Japan
Learn real everyday Japanese from someone who talks to people from all over the world every day
- Native
- 4 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (1)
- Not shown
$7.20/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.00
Ryuki T.
NativePreply · Japan
Living in Europe💶|Completed a 2-year Master's degree in English🧑🏻🎓|Majored in Social Sciences🧠|Love football⚽|Visited all prefectures in Japan🗾
- Native
- 3 yrs · 23 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$19/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.00
Alisa H.
NativePreply · United States
Learn Japanese as a Lifestyle, Not Just a Study
- Native
- 42 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- No other language listed
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
$20/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.50
Naoko U.
NativePreply · Japan
I just want to talk in Japanese! ⭐️
- Native
- 20 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$7.20/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.00
Tiana A.
Preply · United States
Unlock the secrets to FINALLY understanding Japanese and speak with confidence!
- Advanced (C1)
- 3 yrs · 4 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$12/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Haruna K.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese teacher with 2 years of experience | Learn Real Japanese for Your Japan Adventure
- Native
- 2 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$11/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.50
Kenji Y.
NativePreply · United States
Highly qualified Japanese tutor with extensive experience teaching adult professionals and college students
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$48/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $20
Megumi K.
NativePreply · Japan
Native Japanese Tutor | Over 5 Years of Teaching Experience | Living in France for Over 10 Years | DELF B2 | Can Explain in French
- Native
- 5 yrs · 9 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- French +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$31/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Mizuki H.
NativePreply · Japan
🇯🇵 Native Japanese Teacher | 5 Years of Tutoring Experience | 🇸🇪 Living in Sweden
- Native
- 5 yrs · 29 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$17/h
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Masa M.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Conversation for Daily Life, Travel, and Work 🌸. Let's aim for "Speak, Communicate, and Have Fun!" together!!
- Native
- 2 yrs · 26 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Chinese +3
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Everyday admin & immigration
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Shiori A.
NativePreply · Japan
Beginner-friendly Japanese lessons｜Dog-loving tutor 🐾
- Native
- 22 lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$18/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
Michelle N.
NativePreply · Japan
Native Japanese Speaker with 5 Years of Teaching Experience
- Native
- 1 lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$11/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.50
Richard C.
Preply · Ecuador
Learn Japanese with a Tutor Who Loves Anime and Travel!
- Upper intermediate (B2)
- 5 yrs · 35 lessons
- Professional teacher
- Spanish
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
$14/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Rinka Y.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Lessons from Beginner to Advanced – Fun and Easy Classes Await!
- Native
- 3 yrs · 48 lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$14/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 | 599 | $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 | 31 | $34 | $28–$47 | 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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$20Middle 50% between $14 and $28, 4123 tutors
Native speakers
$19Middle 50% between $13 and $28, 2316 tutors
Non-native
$20Middle 50% between $15 and $27, 1807 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Tusclases / FindTutors
$20Middle 50% between $16 and $27, 1479 tutors
Preply
$24Middle 50% between $18 and $36, 862 tutors
Cafetalk
$11Middle 50% between $7.65 and $15, 695 tutors
italki
$18Middle 50% between $14 and $23, 599 tutors
AmazingTalker
$26Middle 50% between $20 and $33, 268 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $30, 72 tutors
Verbling
$31Middle 50% between $25 and $37, 69 tutors
Apprentus
$34Middle 50% between $28 and $47, 31 tutors
Wyzant
$52Middle 50% between $40 and $70, 25 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $44 and $64, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan2,536 / 4,365
South Korea43 / 4,365
China37 / 4,365
Taiwan35 / 4,365- United States22 / 4,365
Hong Kong SAR China13 / 4,365
Spain12 / 4,365
Italy12 / 4,365
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Across 4,123 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $20 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $9.56 and $37 per hour.
Cafetalk has the lowest median price for Japanese tutors in our data: $11 per hour, and a quarter of its tutors charge $7.65 or less.
Not really: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $19 per hour, while non-native tutors charge $20. We list 2,556 native speakers.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $4.40. Trials are offered on Preply, Cafetalk, italki, AmazingTalker, and Engoo, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We track 4,365 Japanese tutors on Tusclases / FindTutors, Preply, Cafetalk, italki, AmazingTalker, and Engoo. Tusclases / FindTutors has the most choice, with 1,481 tutors.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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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 28, 2026
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