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.
2,514 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
I’ll help turn your worries about learning a language into fun and confidence.
Teaches B1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Your Passport to Japanese Fluency: Join a drifting INFP-A Language Wizard!
FindTutors
Native Japanese tutor in Tokyo offering friendly online lessons for all levels, focused on conversation and practical Japanese
NativeCafetalk · Japan
受講者のご要望に応じた英語のレッスンを 致します。
Classgap · Italy
Teaches A1–A2
Apprentus
Casual Japanese Conversation Practice (N4 and above)
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.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
ビジネス・面接・留学・JLPT
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Real conversation & pronunciation — Japanese lessons from a tutor trained by pro narrators🎤
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
😎 The most Passionate Tutor on Preply 😁
FindTutors
I provide online Japanese lessons, specifically conversational Japanese for Japanese beginners.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
好きなトピックについてたくさん話しましょう！
Classgap · Peru
Japanese and Spanish tutor (Spanish speaker)
Teaches A1–A2
Apprentus
Japanese learning class for conversation and grammar!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
English and Chinese Fluent
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌸Afraid of making mistakes? 15 years of experience helping you express yourself naturally. Not just lessons—let’s grow together in a safe, supportive environme…
FindTutors
Friendly Japanese Tutor Practice Fun Conversation & Business Manner!
Cafetalk · Ukraine
For those who are taking their first steps in Japanese
Classgap · Colombia
Teaches A1–A2
Apprentus
Japanese for anime, travel, and conversation! Online Japanese lessons for all levels
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · China
Beginner | JLPT N5˜N1
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · United States
Teaches A1–C2
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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 / 5,560China120 / 5,560
South Korea63 / 5,560
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,560United States31 / 5,560
Philippines14 / 5,560
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Updated September 29, 2026
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