6,527 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,527 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.
6,529 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
I am a qualified Japanese teacher! I am a German speaker and have lived in Germany! Let's enjoy studying Japanese together in German! I will fully support you…
Japanese (Japan) · likely
FindTutors
Passionate Japanese Teacher with personally tailored Japanese lessons to what YOU want to learn!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
現在（げんざい）生徒（せいと）募集中（ぼしゅうちゅう）！！ あなたにぴったりのレッスンを考（かんが）えよう！
NativeEngoo · Japan
After finishing college in Japan, I came to the United States and earned a B.A.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Want to practice Japanese with someone easy to talk to? I'd love to chat with you!
Teaches A2–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Study abroad in NY
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.
NativePreply · Japan
Leave all your pronunciation worries to me! 🎤✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely
Tusclasesparticulares
Native Japanese speaker - students of all ages welcome!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
To Learners of Japanese at all level who just want to talk in Japanese and who have something you want to talk. Let's talk! If you want, I am glad to explain t…
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, everyone! I have a technical background as a mechanical engineer.
Nativeitalki · Japan
I completed the Japanese Language Teaching Training Program!!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Native Japanese
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
You can do it;)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tusclasesparticulares
Especialista en idioma japonés con Noken N1 da clases de japonés a todos los niveles, en modalidad online y presencial
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
If you just want to talk, this is for you! Let's grab natural Japanese by having relaxed, fun conversations.
NativeEngoo · Japan
I'm a Japanese tutor with Latin American roots.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
Nativeitalki · Japan
Conversation, Beginners to Advanced, Grammar focused Top 1％ Teacher with 12 years experiences
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · South Korea
💓JLPT N1 💓Academy instructor
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌟For Anime & Japan Travel Lovers!🗾 Support from a 10-year experienced FA & 5-year private tutor!👩🏫✨
Tusclasesparticulares
Profesora de japonés para todas las edades y niveles y te comparto la cultura!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · South Korea
「韓国語を勉強したいけど、何から始めればいいかわからない」 「独学しているけれど、なかなか上達しない」 「単語・文法・会話……何を優先すればいい？」 「自分に合った勉強方法を知りたい！」 そんな方のための韓国語学習カウンセリングです♪
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I earned my Associate Degree in Wyoming and completed my Bachelor's Degree in Dance with a minor in Communication in Idaho.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Your Japanese friend & dream supporter⭐️ 3000 lesson experienced🌸
Teaches A1–C1
AmazingTalker · China
🎯 Conversation ｜Prepare JLPT｜
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (2,045 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 | 2,045 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,485 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 932 | $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 | 706 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 248 | 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 | 29 | $50 | $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.
Japan4,249 / 6,527
Taiwan160 / 6,527China144 / 6,527South Korea73 / 6,527
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,527
United States38 / 6,527
Philippines17 / 6,527
Italy17 / 6,527SpeakDuo 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 2, 2026
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