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
Let's take it easy and enjoy the journey together! I’d love for you to share lots about your culture and language in Japanese.
Tusclases
Tu aventura en Japonés comienza ahora
NativeCafetalk · Japan
いろいろな話題について話そう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
たくさん話せる！100％日本語だけの会話レッスン（中級〜上級向け）
Teaches A2–C2
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
English, Japanese,Cantonese
Teaches A1
NativePreply · Japan
4 years living in the US 🌎 English support OK ✨ Beginners & returning learners welcome! 🌸 Step up from 'can’t speak' to speaking naturally ✨ Let’s have fun spe…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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.
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I’m Taiyo.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Voscours
cours de japonais VISIO (cours de japonais)
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
テーマは、今日のできごと。 今日あった楽しかったこと・うれしかったこと・悲しかったこと・怒ったことなどを日本語で話してみよう。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Top 1% Japanese Teacher! Learn to Speak Like a Local with a Native Teacher
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
experienced teacher💪
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
Conversation Specialist｜Preply-certified tutor｜From zero to interpreter in 8 months
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi there! I studied in the peaceful countryside of Saga, Japan, and have experience living in Vancouver, Canada.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Voscours
Cours de japonais en ligne pour débutants, avec préparation au JLPT Niveau 4 et 5
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
はじめてレッスンをうける方に！ 日本語レベルがどれぐらいか確認できます。どうやって進んだらいいか、 どんなことを勉強したいか、学習の進め方について相談します。 あなたにぴったりなレッスンをいっしょにさがしていきましょう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Voice recording available ! Top 1% Japanese teacher in 2022 on italki !!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation Focused✨
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
1,300+ Lessons Taught 🌸 Turn the Japanese You Know into Japanese You Can Speak! Build real speaking confidence in as little as 6 months ✨ Beginners, Travel & J…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I was born and grew up in Japan.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
Voscours
Japanese tutor for beginners, I have the JLPT exam and I can provide all the resources and knowledge you need to get your first j Japanese Language Proficiency…
Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's enjoy Japanese conversation using easy vocabularies!
Nativeitalki · Japan
🏆登録日本語教員🏆 JLPT Professional Teacher.14years of experience.
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · China
👶Kids OK🔥Cantonese ok
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginner-friendly🔰 Learn with a current Japanese school teacher living in Canada 🇨🇦 Open to all levels, with conversation-focused lessons. Safe, fun, and full…
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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 / 6,645
Taiwan161 / 6,645China149 / 6,645
South Korea73 / 6,645Hong 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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