6,645 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,645 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.
6,645 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
🗾 Japanese Tutor for Travel, JLPT & Conversation | 🎮 Game Media Specialist & 🔬 Former Life Science Researcher. Travel preparation, JLPT support, and daily conv…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Learn Japanese Naturally, Confidently and at Your Pace
NativeCafetalk · Japan
あなたに合ったレッスンを作ります。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
東京大学畢業会中文的日語老師. University of Tokyo alumni. Certified professional Japanese teacher (5500+lessons).
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Japan
Beg–Int｜Business｜JLPT
Teaches A1–A2
NativeEngoo · Japan
I earned my B.A. in English Literature from a university in Japan.
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativePreply · Japan
Native Japanese Teacher with more than 15 years of experience.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Native Japanese tutor, BA in Japanese Literature and qualified Early Years teacher, offering online lessons for children & adults.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · South Korea
日本語レッスン
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation/English Support🌏
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! My name is Kotaro. I live in Canada, and my educational background is in Marketing.
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Perfect for Beginners! Experienced Japanese teacher with clear English explanation!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
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Native Japanese Speaker - 6 years experience - Oxford Graduate
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · South Korea
レッスンについて質問がある方は問い合わせください。初めてでも以前習ったことがあっても、途中で分からなくなった方でも！話しながらレベルに合わせたレッスンをお勧めします！
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Many Repeat Students! Calm & Patient Japanese Lessons for Confident Speaking
Teaches A1–B1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
面接準備・ビジネス語・趣味
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! My name is Miu, and I have had the opportunity to live in New York for more than three years.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌸Anime & Manga Lovers⚔️🌸 Kids/Adults/Beginners Welcome✨ 【Speaking✖️Listening Focus🗣️⭐️】Let's learn Japanese at your own pace, the fun way✏️ Trial lessons open…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
For learners who want to speak real, natural Japanese — not just textbook Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Cafetalk · Taiwan
適合對自己的口說沒有信心的學生們～
Nativeitalki · Japan
元小中学校教員。人気レッスン☆1位 JLPTN1～N３文法☆2位 会話練習☆3位 大学・大学院の面接練習☆4位 論文添削（Lessonは、Zoomでお願いします。）
Teaches B1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
I'm Ogawa. Native Japanese
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi! I am Taisho. I’m a bilingual English tutor who speaks both English and Japanese fluently.
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (2,163 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 | 2,163 | $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.
Japan4,348 / 6,645Taiwan161 / 6,645
China149 / 6,645South Korea73 / 6,645
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,645
United States39 / 6,645
Italy18 / 6,645
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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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