1,326 tutors · 12 platforms
1,011 of the 1,326 Japanese tutors we track are native speakers. They charge a median of $28 per hour, compared with $22 for non-native tutors. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $28 per hour, versus $22 for non-native tutors.
341 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
High quality|Conversation
Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi! I am Taisho. I’m a bilingual English tutor who speaks both English and Japanese fluently.
NativePreply · Japan
🌈🌟If you want to learn Japanese in a fun way, just leave it to me!🙋🏻♀️🌈🌟I can help you with conversation, reading, writing, business, culture, and anything el…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
mom of 2👶|🗾|7yars exp🌷
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
JLPT N2/N3 High Score Strategy｜20+ Years Expert｜Business & Academic Japanese
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
👑Certified Japanese Teacher
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
【4yrs living abroad 🇬🇧🇫🇮｜✨ Experienced Online Japanese Tutor 🖥️📚】English 🆗｜Travel Phrases - Business Japanese! ✨ 3yrs Traditional Ryokan staff ♨️ Ask me anythi…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · South Korea
💗5600 + Teaching Time✨
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence 👉| Osaka Native | 2,300+ Lessons | Real-Life Conversation & Subtle Nuances🎯
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · South Korea
TOPIK Conversation K-drama
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
I am here to help you learn and improve your Japanese language!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🏅Fun Conversation practices🏅
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
✅Certified Pro Tutor Living in Sapporo☃️│💡Fluent English explanation for Beginners│Conversation・JLPT・Business│Productive Homework Provided
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
English⭐️Chinese OK🥰
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Practical Japanese for Work & Life 🇯🇵 | JLPT • Interviews | English C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Classes in Japanese！🍁
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌟 Bilingual Japanese Tutor (Japanese/English) 🌟 Beginners absolutely welcome! It's totally okay to make mistakes 😊 Available for daily conversation, business,…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
グループレッスン募集中
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Certified Language Expert | Personalized Lessons | Talk a Lot & Master Practical Japanese | Top 5% Tutor
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Certified🏅3 yrs exp.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Keio University MA Graduate | Business Experience | Learn Japanese Customs and Culture | Master Natural Conversations
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
👑6klessons/Convo/JLPT/Kids/Biz
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese for Beginners | Conversational Japanese | JLPT N5–N2 | Business Japanese | Japanese for Travel & Work
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
7yrs exp🍵Group lesson JLPT3-1
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A2–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 / 1,326South Korea20 / 1,326
Hong Kong SAR China12 / 1,326
Brazil6 / 1,326
United States6 / 1,326
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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 19, 2026
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