6,495 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,495 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $14 and $28 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $20 per hour, versus $20 for non-native tutors.
6,495 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
🎊I'm ranked in the top 1% of Japanese teachers on italki.🌸Welcome to absolute beginners.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Emphasis on conversation 🌺
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
・Beginners～Indermediate learners are more than welcome! ・If you don't speak Japanese at all, please try my lesson! ・Our instructors can speak English Let’s enj…
Nachhilfepro
Profesor de Japonés para todas las edades. Niveles principiante y medio
Teaches A1–B1
NativeCafetalk · Taiwan
★面白く、楽しく、自然に中国語を話しましょう。会話の能力を強化し ♪お客様の要望に合わせて、教材を使います。そして、丁寧に中国語を教えます。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
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NativeAmazingTalker · United States
Native JapanesePro🌟Coach
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
Native Japanese speaker with 10+ years of teaching experience. I help learners master practical Japanese at any level. With 10+ years in the U.S., I provide En…
Japanese (KS) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nachhilfepro
Privat Japanisch Unterricht
NativeCafetalk · China
劉宇寧の歌声とともに、小喬と魏劭の世界へ。ドラマの台詞で「生きた表現」 と「美しい発音」をマスターしましょう！
italki · Italy
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · China
🌸Basic Japanese 🙂Kids
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
From zero to daily conversation in 3months✈️ With your original materials, you’ll quickly feel “I can speak!” ❤️🔥 Study at home with access to lessons and qui…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nachhilfepro
Möchten Sie die japanische Sprache und Kultur mit mir lernen?
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初心者、受験者、学び直したい人、みんなにオススメ！ 英語を身につけながら、好きな洋楽を聴きながら、一石二鳥！好きな歌から文法、そして発音を磨く、テキストとは違って、曲のニュアンスからの英語表現と生きた英語を学べます。楽しく歌っているうちに身につけられます。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Let's learn useful phrases😊
NativePreply · Japan
👉 Choose me — your friendly and positive Japanese sensei 😊🌱
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nachhilfeunterricht
Japanisch, Indonesisch Sprache Unterricht Tutor für alle Niveau
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語には漢字ひらがなカタカナと3種類もあります。日本語の読み書きには困らないけど、ちょ っと上手に書いてみたい方‼️ご指導いたします。
Nativeitalki · Japan
I will support you with all my might !!
Teaches A2–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
$10 Off First Lesson|JLPT|Chat
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Certified teacher with over 13 years of teaching experience.⭐ English-Friendly Lessons for All Levels! ⭐ Learn with a Pro ! Customized Lessons Just for You!!🌟…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
Native Japanese tutor in Tokyo offering friendly online lessons for all levels, focused on conversation and practical Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (2,013 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 | 2,013 | $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.
Japan4,217 / 6,495Taiwan160 / 6,495China144 / 6,495
South Korea73 / 6,495
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,495United States38 / 6,495
Philippines17 / 6,495Italy17 / 6,495SpeakDuo 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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Updated October 2, 2026
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