6,424 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,424 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
6,424 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
テーマを決めないで、自由に日本語で会話しながら、自然な日本語表現を学びましょう！(自由に色々話したい方向け)
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi everyone! My name is Satomi, and I live in the US, so my available hours may be very early or late.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
8 years of Expertise
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Your Japanese friend & dream supporter⭐️ 3000 lesson experienced🌸
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
Before you know it, you’ll feel like a Japanese person! 120% fun guaranteed! 🌈
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tusclasesparticulares
Aprende japonés a tu ritmo de un profesor con 8 años de experiencia viviendo y trabajando en Japón
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.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
私と話しましょ♪ カメラOFFもOKです＾＾
NativeEngoo · Japan
As an Eiken 1 certified bilingual English tutor, I'm excited to help you on your language-learning journey.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
A relaxed lesson for beginners
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Expert Native Japanese Tutor with 2+ Years Experience! Australia-Experienced & Beginner Friendly.
Tusclases
maestro de japones nativo de cualquier nivel preparacion de JLPT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
~1レッスン25分間で、あなたの一番の推しのアニメや漫画を、日本語教師の私に教えてください~
NativeEngoo · Japan
I am a Japanese English tutor with many years of tutoring experience.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Special limited-time offer! 🎉
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
私は明るくフレンドリーで、マンガが大好きです！I'm cheerful, friendly, and love comics!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Real-life Japanese for daily life, culture, and business, from beginner to professional level. Top 5% tutor.
Voscours
Cours de japonais à distance, du niveau débutant au niveau professionnel
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
英語と日本語のミーティング、逐次通訳をスムーズにしたい！
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I was born in Japan, but I lived in the States as a kid for about seven years.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
🧸 Beginner Japanese | JLPT
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
やっほ～🤗Friendly & Certified teacher with over 8 years experience. Let’s have fun practicing Japanese!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Build Strong Foundations and Turn the Japanese You Know into Japanese You Can Speak💡
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Letuelezioni
LEZIONI DI GIAPPONESE - laureato in Scienze linguistiche LM - 39
Teaches A1–B1
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,968 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 | 1,968 | $20 | $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.
Japan4,166 / 6,424
Taiwan157 / 6,424
China141 / 6,424
South Korea71 / 6,424Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,424
United States37 / 6,424
Italy17 / 6,424
Philippines16 / 6,424SpeakDuo 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.
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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 October 1, 2026
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