6,090 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,090 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
830 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have more than 10 years of experience tutoring English, including English conversation, pronunciation, high school and junior high school English, and…
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🇯🇵Native fun Japanese teacher Ryogo🧑🏫
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Certified Japanese Language Teacher｜Fun and engaging lessons for pronunciation and conversation
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語の文章を書きましょう。まずは、身近なことから書いてみましょう。
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Grammar｜JLPT｜Reading
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.
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I spent a year leading a nomadic lifestyle in the US and various European countries before studying in the UK where I obtained a Master's degree.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Just speak, and your personal Google review notebook grows! Enjoy a relaxing cafe chat with zero prep needed☕️
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
CONV. FOR ADULTS & KIDS (6+)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Although I am Japanese, I have a very neutral accent.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I love the Japanese language. Let's be friends :)
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Pronunciation(発音：Hatsuon) is the secret! Learn how Japanese really sounds + Natural phrases from a native — no textbooks needed.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
１０ years of experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I'm Toshi! I'm a dedicated tutor with years of experience helping students succeed.
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Currently fully booked | 1,000+ lessons with Rhythm & Confidence| for SPEAKING,Travel,Business!⛷⛄️🌸
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
暮らしやすい生活のために、、、 For a commfortable life
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Ex. 8years / Basic~Business
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
I grew up bilingual in Australia and lived in Hiroshima not long ago.
Nativeitalki · Japan
✨Go beyond textbooks and speak real Japanese.✨
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,634 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 | 1,634 | $19 | $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.
Japan3,869 / 6,090Taiwan153 / 6,090
China130 / 6,090
South Korea69 / 6,090
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,090
United States34 / 6,090
Philippines16 / 6,090
Italy15 / 6,090SpeakDuo 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 September 30, 2026
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