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
⭐️Professional Japanese Teacher Who Passed the National Exam⭐️ Customized Lesson Plans to Fit Your Needs📖 Let's Master Japanese While Having Fun and Achieve Yo…
Tusclases
Profesor de japonés con formación como psicólogo educativo
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Build your ability to explain work-related topics in Japanese by answering questions about your job and workplace. This lesson is also recommended for job inte…
Nativeitalki · Japan
SPECIALIZE IN TEACHING BEGINNERS, focusing on their unique challenges to provide clear guidance📣
Teaches A1–B1
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Beginner|JLPT N4|Fundamental
Teaches A1–B1
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Bachelor's degree in Law from the University of Tokyo.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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
While having fun learning, you can become fluent in Japanese! 🗣️ With a flexible curriculum, we offer enjoyable lessons that are perfect for you! 🌸💛
Tusclases
Profesor de japones de nivel N5 a nivel N2
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
フリートークで にほんごをまなびましょう！ 自由に話をして語彙や表現をふやしましょう！ Let’s learn Japanese through free conversation! Talk freely and expand your vocabulary and expressions!
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
TOEIC 925 🎓 Chinese 3th Class
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
I am from Japan and have experience studying in the USA for a year as an exchange student.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativePreply · Japan
Top 10% of Japanese tutor 2025| SUPER FRIENDLY SENSEI for beginners! | Preply official certified tutor
Tusclases
Profesor de japonés en línea, adaptando cada lección a objetivos y ritmo de aprendizaje
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
何か自分の興味あることで英語を勉強しませんか？ 楽しんで勉強するのが一番です。
Nativeitalki · Japan
スペイン在住の日本語教師
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
Conversation|Beginner|JLPT N5
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I am Asaka. I have a strong background in track and field, where my dedication allowed me to participate in national competitions.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🗣️ Self-Studying Japanese? Start Speaking Naturally 🇯🇵
Tusclases
Clases de japonés desde cero para todas las edades
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初めて私のレッスンを予約される方のためのレッスンです。気軽にお話ししましょう。This lesson is for those who are booking my lesson for the first time. Please feel free to talk.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Beginner|Business
NativeEngoo · Japan
I am from Japan, where I was born and raised, but I've spent many years living abroad.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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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 / 6,645
South Korea73 / 6,645Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,645
United States39 / 6,645
Italy18 / 6,645
Philippines17 / 6,645SpeakDuo 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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