6,692 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $20 at the median, across the 6,692 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.
1,601 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I'm Shoko. I lived in London for over 20 years and returned to Japan in 2016.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
😍Through TV Shows😍
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
JAPANESE LANGUAGE INSTRUCTORS QUALIFICATION PROGRAMを修了。子供から大人まで日本語を教えることができ、一人一人に適したレッスンを行うことができます。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
👑 No.1-rated Japanese Teacher on Preply 👑 | 5+ Years Experience | 5000+ Hours Taught | Hundreds of Satisfied Students. (For adults only 18+)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeLanguaTalk · Japan
Certified tutor with over 3,000 lessons of experience, All are welcome!
Japanese (Japan) · 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.
NativeClassgap · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tutor Hunt
I am a Japanese Teacher at a British boarding school and a specialized college catering to individuals with special educational needs.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tusclasesparticulares
🇯🇵 Profesora nativa de japonés | +16 años de experiencia docente | Exprofesora de instituto | Adultos y adolescentes
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Apprentus
Online japanese lesson available. いっしょに日本語を勉強しましょう!!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
語彙力UP ! （入門・超初級者の方も大歓迎！）クイズ形式。語彙やフレーズを テンポよくどんどんアウトプットしながら確認していきます。
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have been tutoring English for many years, with students ranging from ages 5 to 82.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Basic~Business｜10 years ex
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified teacher who not only knows English but also knows how to teach Japanese to English speaker
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · United States
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Native (likely)LanguaTalk · Japan
Friendly experienced native Japanese tutor offering individually tailored lessons
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Stop settling for beginners. If you want a tutor with a decade of expertise who delivers real results without the premium price tag, you’ve found your match. L…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeClassgap · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Letuelezioni
Native Japanese for Kids | Teens | Adults
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Tutor Hunt
I am a native Japanese speaker raised in Tokyo and moved to England ten years ago to settle down with my family.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Apprentus
Learn Japanese with a qualified Japanese teacher
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
文法 聞き取り 会話 読解 単語まで、全部できちゃうALL IN ONEレッスンです。動画音声共有を使いますので、ZOOMでレッスンします
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
I am a former student of DMM Eikaiwa, and I learned English without ever studying abroad.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
初級文法｜JLPT｜中上級会話
Japanese (KS) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($11), while italki offers the most choice (2,158 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 | 2,158 | $20 | $15–$25 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 1,489 | $20 | $16–$26 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| AmazingTalker | 946 | $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 | 728 | $11 | $7.58–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| Engoo | 257 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Classgap | 73 | $23 | $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 | 31 | $55 | $43–$75 | 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.
Japan4,382 / 6,692
Taiwan165 / 6,692
China149 / 6,692
South Korea75 / 6,692
Hong Kong SAR China55 / 6,692United States39 / 6,692
Philippines18 / 6,692
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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 6, 2026
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