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
Let's enjoy talking in Japanese like friends, like colleagues!! Don't be afraid of making mistakes just Enjoy!!
NativeEngoo · Japan
I graduated from Queens College in New York and pursued a Master's degree.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10years Experience🎉grammar
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
New students & returners welcome! ✨JLPT Expert & Cultural Bridge Builder✨15 years of experience
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
✈️ I Love Traveling 🧳 Let's Have an Exciting Time Together as Friends 🤝 Join Natsumi's Lessons and Watch Your Japanese Flourish and Become Your Favorite Langua…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nachhilfeunterricht
Your Journey to Japanese: From Konnichiwa to Kanji, Fun for All Ages! 🌸
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Don't think seriously. Try!
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, everyone! I am delighted to introduce myself to all of you.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
From Tokyo, living in Fukuoka
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Absolute beginners are welcome!
Teaches A1–C2
Preply · Croatia
Japanese language and culture in a casual way ✌
Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
I am a friendly teacher who enjoys helping people of all ages and ability levels
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
＼Camera offもOK!／ 短時間(short time)×復習シート(review sheet) レッスン後は「復習シート (word)」をGETできます！
NativeEngoo · Japan
I'm studying to complete my Bachelor of Science in International Business Studies.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
専門性の高い授業😀
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
★Learn real Japanese with a certified Japanese teacher★
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🇯🇵 Tokyo native | 1,000+ lessons taught | Natural, standard Japanese | Specializing in building strong foundations from absolute beginner level to helping inte…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
FindTutors
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Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日記を読みましょう：）
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! My name is Yumi. I lived in Australia for many years, where I went to school and worked as an interpreter.
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
🌸Beginner's Guide
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
“What to do to start or improve my Japanese!?” You're more than welcome!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Your Friendly Japanese Teacher & Biggest Supporter 😊
Japanese (Japan) · likely
Tusclasesparticulares
¡Divertidas clases de japonés adaptadas al alumno! Nivel Noken 5 a Noken 3. Online
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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 / 6,424Taiwan157 / 6,424
China141 / 6,424
South Korea71 / 6,424
Hong 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.
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 October 1, 2026
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