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.
FindTutors
Native Japanese Speaker | Beginner to Advanced | Online Lessons
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初めての人限定です＾＾ みなさんの日本語学習歴や日本語学習の目標についていろいろお話ししましょう＾＾
Nativeitalki · Japan
✅Effective, beginner-friendly lessons with a structured approach! Language learning enthusiast 🌈
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Fundamental|Hobby|Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌸 Perfect for Beginners 🌸 English support available 💬✨ Based in Australia 🇦🇺🌏 Feel your progress in just 3 months‼️ Build your foundation step by step and leve…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
FindTutors
Friendly Japanese Tutor Practice Fun Conversation & Business Manner!
Japanese (Japan) · likely
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
We talk in Japanese.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Itaki teacher since 2020! love to travel and meeting new people around the world!
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🔥JLPT N1 to N3 Expert| Adults
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Traveler of 35 countries with 6+ years of teaching experience! Guaranteed progress through goal-oriented coaching. 【Expert in Working Holiday & Study Abroad】
FindTutors
I am an ambitious, energetic, and confident person who enjoys helping others learn and grow!
NativeCafetalk · Japan
【たっぷり話せる・間違えても安心】ベテラン講師が丁寧にサポート
Nativeitalki · Japan
プロの講師 Absolute beginners welcome！Let's have fun studying Japanese.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Improve conversation👏👏
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
🗣️ Native Osaka Japanese｜English & French OK Clear review notes provided after each lesson ✨ Perfect for beginners! Learn Japanese with a personalized curricul…
FindTutors
Friendly native Japanese tutor for beginners. If you want to speak Japanese confidently, I'd be happy to help!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初級が終わった方、中級を楽しく勉強しましょう♪読む・書く・話す・聞く4つの技能を伸ばしたい方必見です！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Teaching (9 years) Japanese in English and Chinese after English and Deutsch Translation 22 years
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Beginner｜JLPT｜Business
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
✨Professional Japanese lessons by an experienced teacher with hospitality expertise😊From beginner to business level, I help you master natural, practical Japan…
Tusclasesparticulares
🌸 Aprende japonés desde cero con un profesor experto en clases online y prácticas desde casa
Teaches A1–A2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
初めて私のレッスンを受講する生徒さん向け。ご自身の日本語レベルを知り、あなたに合うレッスンプランを見つけましょう！
Nativeitalki · Japan
Japanese Language Mentor（Beginners are welcome!）
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
💎Practical Conv.|All Levels💎
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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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 / 6,424
Taiwan157 / 6,424
China141 / 6,424
South 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.
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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 1, 2026
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