6,828 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,828 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $6.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
1,395 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
あなたの授業、実際にやってみませんか？
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
English and Chinese Fluent
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Nationally Registered Japanese Language Teacher！I have more than 10 years of teaching experience!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Friendly tutor with lots of experience😊Tokyo accent✨ More than 3,000 lessons in Preply! ✨Fluent in English. Living in Canada. Beginners, Kids, JLPT, Travel con…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Letuelezioni
Laureando magistrale con esperienza in Giappone e certificazione JLPT N2 offre lezioni di Lingua Giapponese
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
いっしょに JLPTの しけん べんきょうを しましょう。そして JLPTに ごうかく しましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
ビジネス・面接・留学・JLPT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · United States
Japanese (Japan) · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
【🎯JLPT N1-N5 grammar + Speaking practice 🎯】 Certified Japanese tutor 🥇 / Conversation-first lessons that get you talking📝 / Support beginners to advanced level…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tusclasesparticulares
Preparación Noken JLPT N5 y N4
Teaches A1–B1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's start Japanese! From reading Hiragana to JLPT 5
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · China
Beginner | JLPT N5˜N1
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginners, don't worry! I’m here for you. 🧑🏫✨ 10 years' expertise: 3,000+ students & 2,500 JLPT successes. ✏️See real progress in 3 months & mastery in 6. Bui…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
I have been teaching Japanese from children to adults, and for all levels including GCSE, JLPT, and university diploma
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
気軽にスペイン語にふれる３０分レッスン ペースに合わせて内容を組みます。
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Teach Japanese as a friend 👭
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
With 7000+ hours of experience in teaching, I've helped great learners find their passion and voice
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Have fun with Japanese! A Certified Teacher.✨Beginner-friendly ✨Easy to understand ✨JLPT ✨Anime
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tusclases
maestro de japones nativo de cualquier nivel preparacion de JLPT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,150 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 | 2,150 | $20 | $15–$26 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,518 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 981 | $22 | $17–$29 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 791 | $12 | $8.42–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 265 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 76 | $21 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$38 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 58 | $34 | $26–$42 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 34 | $54 | $45–$78 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 8 | $53 | $41–$63 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,462 / 6,828Taiwan166 / 6,828China157 / 6,828
South Korea82 / 6,828
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,828United States40 / 6,828
Italy19 / 6,828
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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 November 12, 2026
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