6,424 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,424 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.
6,424 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Nativeitalki · China
I do not teaching you, but do COACHING you as a native speaker and a language learner as well.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Careful and gentle guidance
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
\What do you want to do by learning Japanese? 🇯🇵✨/Please tell us your stories🌼We provide special lessons tailored to each individual💡
Suasaulasparticulares
Professora de Japonês
NativeCafetalk · Japan
いろいろなテーマについて、話すトレーニングをしましょう。
Nativeitalki · Japan
A Safe and Welcoming Space to Enjoy Learning Japanese!
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.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Travel Japanese | Conversation
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginners Welcome 😊 For Kids, Beginners, & Intermediate Learners | Specialized in Travel & Daily Conversation | 🇯🇵 Elementary, Middle & High School Teacher Lic…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
FindTutors
I give private lessons tailored to your level and learning needs.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語の今を一緒に学びましょう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Let's learn Japanese together!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginners🔰Anyone🤗English OK
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Watch your favorite anime without subtitles! 🥳🤩 Let's learn Japanese and explore the beautiful culture of Japan together! ✈️🌏✨ I'm here to support you in Engli…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
FindTutors
Friendly native Japanese tutor offering practical, enjoyable lessons for beginners and intermediate learners, tailored to you
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
日本語会話を上達(じょうたつ)したい人のためのフリートーク25minです。 カメラOFFだから、気軽(きがる)に話せる♪ 友達と話しているような感覚(かんかく)で電話でお話しましょう ！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · China
🎯Oral English🎯expansion
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌸 Beginners Welcome! 📚 Certified Teacher | 💼 Current HR | 🗣 Conversation & Interview | 🗼 20+ Years in Tokyo
FindTutors
I help beginners and intermediate students learn Japanese with confidence.
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · South Korea
単語は分かる。でも話せない。 文法も勉強した。でも会話で出てこない。 そんな「韓国語の詰まり」を25分で一緒にチェック。 今のあなたに必要な“次の一歩”を整理します。
Nativeitalki · Japan
Qualified Japanese Teacher | Beginner-Friendly | All levels welcome 🥳🌈
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
All Aspect English Teacher
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginners Welcome 🕊
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
FindTutors
Showing you the true beauty of Japanese so you can fall in love with Japan even more.
Japanese (Japan) · likely
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (1,968 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 | 1,968 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,484 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 922 | $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 | 699 | $11 | $7.65–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 242 | 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 | 27 | $52 | $43–$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.
Japan4,166 / 6,424Taiwan157 / 6,424China141 / 6,424South Korea71 / 6,424
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,424
United States37 / 6,424
Italy17 / 6,424
Philippines16 / 6,424SpeakDuo 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 1, 2026
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