1,326 tutors · 12 platforms
366 of the 1,326 Japanese tutors we track offer lessons for the JLPT. Their median price is $33 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $28 per hour, versus $22 for non-native tutors.
288 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativePreply · Japan
Beginners, don't worry! I’m here for you. 🧑🏫✨ 10 years' expertise: 3,000+ students & 2,500 JLPT successes. ✏️See real progress in 3 months & mastery in 6. Bui…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
8+years exp🏅certified📚
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
Have fun with Japanese! A Certified Teacher.✨Beginner-friendly ✨Easy to understand ✨JLPT ✨Anime
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Over 20 years of experiences
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · 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.
NativePreply · Japan
🌸 Japanese Tutor for Conversation, JLPT (N5–N1), and Everyday Communication
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
MIT Sloan, Waseda uni grad
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
I am confident in my JLPT preparation skills! (I have teaching experience at all levels)
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
CONV. FOR ADULTS & KIDS (6+)
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
English Support🌱✨|Former U.S. University Instructor👩🏫🇺🇸|Based in London🇬🇧| MA in Education (UCL) |Travel|JLPT |Visual PPT Lessons👀💡
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
１０ years of experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
【Certified Teacher🏫】Master Japanese with GENKI & QUARTET! From zero to JLPT N5-N3✨
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B1
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Ex. 8years / Basic~Business
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
【Feel your progress in 3 months!】 【Mistakes are chances to improve🌺】 Kind, patient support for your Japanese learning. Let’s speak fluent, natural Japanese tog…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation / Free Talk /JLPT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
[JLPT N5-N2 & Conversation] Go Beyond Casual Chat—Real-Time Feedback & Expression Support!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
子供日本語/ORG教材/N2対策
Teaches A2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
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Cafetalk has the lowest median price ($10), while AmazingTalker offers the most choice (413 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AmazingTalker | 413 | $26 | $20–$32 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 25 / 50 min |
| Engoo | 284 | from $67/month | — | 5.0★ | Free trial (25 min) | 25 min |
| Preply | 228 | $36 | $30–$45 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (25 min) | 50 min |
| Tusclases / FindTutors | 164 | $17 | $9.85–$24 | 5.0★ | First class free with many tutors | 60 min |
| Cafetalk | 73 | $10 | $6.32–$15 | — | Discounted trial (25 min) | Set by each tutor |
| italki | 40 | $15 | $12–$22 | 5.0★ | Discounted trial (30 min) | 30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min |
| Wyzant | 31 | $55 | $43–$75 | 5.0★ | No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour | 60 min |
| Classgap | 29 | $24 | $17–$29 | 5.0★ | Free trial (20 min) | 60 min |
| Verbling | 27 | $30 | $25–$36 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 60 min |
| LanguaTalk | 16 | $30 | $26–$33 | 5.0★ | Free or discounted trial (30 min) | 55 min |
| Apprentus | 14 | $38 | $29–$51 | 5.0★ | No trial lessons | 60 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.
Japan966 / 1,326
Taiwan43 / 1,326
China28 / 1,326
South Korea20 / 1,326
Hong Kong SAR China12 / 1,326
Brazil6 / 1,326
United States6 / 1,326
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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 19, 2026
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