6,820 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,820 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.
2,165 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · Japan
8年の教師経験｜初心者歓迎！楽しく話して自然な日本語を身につけよう🌸
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · Taiwan
| 陪你學日語(JLPT) | 中文 | 陪你: 能說、敢說、多說 |
Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
資格を持った日本語講師でオンラインで3年教えています。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Free talking Travel languages in Japan Grammar, Pronunciation JLPT N3 N2
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginner-friendly and Easy to understand Lesson
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
資格を持った日本語教師です。ケアワーカーとして長年働いた経験があります。
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.
Nativeitalki · Japan
8+ years of experience | Beginners | Conversation | Minna no Nihongo
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
italki · China
10years experience in Chinese⇔Japanese translation
Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Teacher in Croatia🇭🇷
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Why don't you try my structured lesson :)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPTN5–N3 & Beginner Conversation Specialist｜Certified Japanese Teacher｜Speak Naturally Step by Step
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let’s learn Japanese with FUN!✨ Certified, Professional Japanese instructor
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Nativeitalki · Japan
JLPT, Intermediate course. Certified teacher with 3400hours.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
Nativeitalki · Japan
英語で文法説明ができる日本語講師
Japanese (KS) · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
【FEMALE ONLY】Start Here ✨ Speak Japanese like a native with an experienced, caring tutor☕️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Simple Japanese かんたん にほんご ゆっくり にほんご
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Beginners welcome😊 | Personalized Lessons for Your Goals
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly certified teahcer with 17 years of experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Learn with a Native Teacher — Reliable Japanese Lessons backed by 10+ Years of Experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
Nativeitalki · Japan
I've been teaching Japanese for 6 years.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($12), while italki offers the most choice (2,165 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 | 2,165 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,511 | $20 | $16–$27 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 985 | $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 | 758 | $12 | $7.60–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 281 | 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 | 33 | $52 | $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.
Japan4,467 / 6,820Taiwan163 / 6,820China156 / 6,820
South Korea81 / 6,820
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,820
United States39 / 6,820
Italy20 / 6,820
Philippines20 / 6,820SpeakDuo 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 23, 2026
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