6,827 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,827 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.
1,900 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
🌸 Relaxed & Friendly Japanese Lessons ✍️ Former Editor 🇯🇵 English OK
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · India
🎓 B.Ed | Conversational Englis
Teaches A2–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Tutor for Beginners ✈️ Ex-Flight Attendant & Career Advis｜夢中になる日本語レッスン
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓日本語教育能力検定試験｜会話・ビジネス💼
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🟡ビジネス日本語のプロフェッショナル🟡JLPT合格対策🟡大学のマナー講師🟡就職の面接対策🟡ラグジュアリーブランドで10年間サービストレーナー経験
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 Japanese | Conversational Ko
Teaches A1–A2
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (KS) · Teaches A1–B2
AmazingTalker · Italy
🎓 Diploma | JLPT N4 Prep 📚
Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speech-Language Therapist & Japanese Teacher 🌸 Conversation・Pronunciation・Travel・Kids
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
AmazingTalker · Brazil
Book your trial class 🎯
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎯Personalized Japanese coaching for learners who want direction, structure, and real progress.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · France
🎓 TESOL | Conversation 👶
Teaches A1–C2
italki · China
Fluent in Japanese English and Chinese, with over 8 years of teaching experience
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🎓 TESOL | Conversation 👶
Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Fun Japanese lesson with former cabin crew✈️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Guaranteed Score Improvement 🎯
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語教師の2種の資格を持つネイティブ講師。JLPT指導コースも修了。日本語ビギナーからJLPT指導まで幅広く、あなたのスタイルに合わせて楽しく教えます。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🧸 Kids English | Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–B2
AmazingTalker · France
Conversation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
資格を持つ日本語教師📚IT企業9年勤務の経験を活かして、初心者から ビジネス日本語まで幅広くサポートします💬💼間違えても大丈夫！たくさん話すチャレンジをしましょう！
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Going abroad|Middle school (ages 12-14)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎖️ Professional Japanese teacher holding two certifications 🌏 Over 1,000 hours of online teaching
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Train to "sound like native"
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), 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–$26 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,513 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 989 | $22 | $16–$30 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Preply | 862 | $24 | $18–$36 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Cafetalk | 766 | $12 | $8.23–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 277 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 77 | $21 | $17–$30 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 69 | $31 | $25–$38 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| Apprentus | 56 | $34 | $27–$41 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
| Wyzant | 32 | $51 | $45–$80 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $28 | $24–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Tutor Hunt | 7 | $56 | $45–$65 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 min |
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
Japan4,470 / 6,827
Taiwan164 / 6,827China156 / 6,827
South Korea81 / 6,827
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,827
United States39 / 6,827Italy20 / 6,827
Philippines19 / 6,827SpeakDuo 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.
How we collect this data
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 25, 2026
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