5,491 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 5,491 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $27 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.00. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
2,090 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Daily conversation｜Business
Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
FreeTalk 🎯Interview&Exam Prep
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Recommended for beginners! A qualified tutor who can support you to achieve your goals.
Teaches A1–A2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🔥Speak Japanese Confidently🔥
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
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
General, Specific purposes
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌟Learn Japanese Naturally – Grammar, Conversation & More!🌟
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🗣 Conversational Japanese
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Based in London 🇬🇧| Over 10,000 lessons taught 👑 | Using original teaching materials🎀
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
JLPT N4|Conversation|Basic
Teaches A1 –C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
✈️ Travel Japanese | 🌱 Beginners | 🎈 Kids Welcome | 💼 Business Japanese
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
from Tokyo/live in🇦🇺/Speaking
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese for Complete Beginners | 15+ Years of Teaching Experience
Teaches A1–A2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10+ Years Certified Teacher 🏆
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Teacher | MA in Japanese Language Education | 9+ Years of Experience | Making Learning Fun
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese Instructor | Conversa
Teaches A1–B2
italki · Italy
Native Chinese & Shanghainese | JLPT N1 & IELTS 7.5 | Japanese & Mandarin Tutor
Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation | JLPT | Travel
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Teacher | Speak Naturally & Confidently
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
Conversations N5-N1 Travel
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【Mistakes Welcome】Japanese for part-time jobs| Beginners OK |Conversation| Reading| Writing Diaries|
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner｜Business｜Daily
Nativeitalki · Japan
フリートークで実際に使える日本語を教えます
Teaches A1–B2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while Tusclases / FindTutors offers the most choice (1,481 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,481 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| italki | 1,069 | $18 | $14–$24 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| AmazingTalker | 904 | $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 | 696 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 239 | 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 | 51 | $34 | $27–$42 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 25 | $52 | $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.
Japan3,334 / 5,491
Taiwan151 / 5,491
China120 / 5,491
South Korea63 / 5,491Hong Kong SAR China53 / 5,491
United States31 / 5,491
Philippines14 / 5,491
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Updated September 29, 2026
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