6,820 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,820 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.
1,594 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
50音、初級～上級、JLPT、会話、ビジネス日本語、子ども
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Australia
Qualified Teacher 🌟 All Levels
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
★ABSOLUTE BEGINNERS ALWAYS WELCOME!!★
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversational|Beginners🎌
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🗾 Conversational Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher🌸 Let's enjoy talking about Music, Food & Movies!｜初心者歓迎！楽しく自然な日本語を学びましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
italki · China
10 years experiences in teaching Chinese and Japanese in spare time.
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Conversation|JLPT N4|Fundamental
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Natural & Confident Japanese! 🗣️ Friendly Conversation Practice for Intermediate Learners
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kids (3-5)|Basic
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Relaxed & Fun Japanese Lessons for All Levels|Friendly Native Tutor
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner Friendly💗🌷✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
音楽のように日本語のリズムを教えることができるプロ講師
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
MA degree in Japanese
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Tokyo Native 🗼| Beginner Friendly ☺️| Conversation & Travel Japanese 💬🇯🇵
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
AmazingTalker · Malaysia
JLPT N1,10 yrs+ teaching exp
Teaches A1–C2
italki · China
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎉 Beginner｜Fun Free Talk 🎉
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
初心者大歓迎！英語でサポートできる日本語ネイティブ講師 Beginners Welcome! Native Japanese Tutor with English Support
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎉Travel English🎈Kids&Adults
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
English Support available :) Japanese for Beginners & Intermediate | Travel | JLPT | Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,165 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 | 2,165 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,511 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 985 | $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 | 758 | $12 | $7.60–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 281 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 77 | $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 | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 33 | $52 | $45–$80 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $24–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 7 | $56 | $45–$65 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,467 / 6,820Taiwan163 / 6,820China156 / 6,820
South Korea81 / 6,820
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,820
United States39 / 6,820
Italy20 / 6,820
Philippines20 / 6,820SpeakDuo 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 23, 2026
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