6,567 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,567 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.
6,573 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Conversation-focused Japanese｜Turn what you know into Japanese you can speak 🗣️
Japanese (Japan) · likely
Suasaulasparticulares
Professora de japonês, ensino todas as idades
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
こんにちは。東京（とうきょう）・渋谷（しぶや）に住（す）んでいるKumikitty（クミキティ）です。私（わたし）は日本人（にほんじん）で、近所（きんじょ）の外国人（がいこくじん）に日本語（にほんご）を教（おし）えています。趣味（しゅみ）は食（た）べ歩（ある）きで音楽（おんがく）が好（す）きなのでDJもしています。…
Nativeitalki · Japan
Book a trial today!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
$10 Off First Lesson|JLPT|Chat
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Have Fun Talking and Watch Your Skills Improve! Level Up with Your Personalized Plan 🗣️✨ Conversation-Focused Lessons for All Levels, Tailored to Your Goals an…
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.
Suasaulasparticulares
Aulas de japonês com pedagoga com experiência no Japão
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
「伝(つた)わった！」をたくさん体験(たいけん) 日常会話(にちじょうかいわ)から仕事(しごと)の日本語(にほんご)まで楽(たの)しく練習(れんしゅう)♪【ロングコース！！】
Nativeitalki · Japan
I'll make a special lesson note for you, no need to take notes during the class!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
750 lessons experience🎖
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
[Living in Mexico ✕ Flexible Schedule] Learn whenever you want ✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Suasaulasparticulares
Japonês para Iniciantes e Preparatório JLPT N4/N5 | 18 anos de experiência
Teaches A1–B1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初回カウンセリング後の学習状況を確認しながら、今後の目標や優先順位を整理する、N3以上の方向けの学習戦略カウンセリングです。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified teacher who has 3 certifications on Japanese education: 2 exams and 420 hours of training
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Mexico
👑English Language Aspects.
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
3 month ! Lets try ! From Zero to able to make communication ✅Certificated Tutor➡
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Suasaulasparticulares
Aulas Online para Iniciantes (JLPT N5 e N4)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1 –A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
たくさん話しながら、リアルな日本語に触れ、会話の中で自然な表現を身につけるレッスンの５０分版です。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Graduate student in linguistics in the U.S., focusing on Japanese language pedagogy.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner|Conversation|Oral🎈
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese for Beginners!Preply-Certified Teacher!Fun&Personalized Lessons😆
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Suasaulasparticulares
Aulas de japonês com professora formada pela UFRGS
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語好きで、興味がある外国の人へ。日本の文化について話しませんか。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Enjoy learning Japanese, from beginner to business levels! Experienced in corporate training courses
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (2,085 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 | 2,085 | $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.
Japan4,284 / 6,567
Taiwan160 / 6,567
China145 / 6,567
South Korea73 / 6,567
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,567
United States38 / 6,567
Philippines17 / 6,567
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Updated October 2, 2026
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