6,091 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,091 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.
3,206 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese conversation
Teaches B1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Professional teacher with 18 years teaching experience. JLPT/ Grammar for communication.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · China
10years teaching experience
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Conversation|JLPT N4|Fundamental
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸はな 先生🌸 Specialize in Conversation and Basic Japanese 👩🏻🏫 English OK
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.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|JLPT|Adults
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kids (3-5)|Basic
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Experienced teaching Japanese at a University. Let's talk and practice a lot with fun(*^^*)
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation🌿JLPT
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Meaningful Japanese Conversations｜Discover Japan, Share Your Culture, Speak Naturally
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🗾 Conversational Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversational Japanese Fun!😊
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A2–C2
AmazingTalker · Australia
Qualified Teacher 🌟 All Levels
Teaches A2–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I have taught Japanese for six years, offering clear and patient guidance from beginner to advanced
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
MA degree in Japanese
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Slow, fun, and relaxed! 🌸 Unlock your voice and speak Japanese with confidence! ✨
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Malaysia
JLPT N1,10 yrs+ teaching exp
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
I teach Japanese and English using free talk and musical songs!
Teaches B1–B2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Children's book | Conversation
Teaches A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🇫🇷 Experte en japonais pour FRANCOPHONES ⚡️Expérience au Lycée Français International de Tokyo⚡️
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,635 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 | 1,635 | $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.
Japan3,870 / 6,091Taiwan153 / 6,091China130 / 6,091
South Korea69 / 6,091
Hong Kong SAR China53 / 6,091
United States34 / 6,091
Philippines16 / 6,091
Italy15 / 6,091SpeakDuo 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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Updated September 30, 2026
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