Nagisa.M
NativeCafetalk · Japan
講師歴８年・海外在住 小話たくさんの楽しいクラスで一緒に０から始めましょう！
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +2
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Speaks your language
- Kids
$16/h
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Page language: English
1,326 tutors · 12 platforms
Native Japanese speakers teaching online
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.
$28/h
Median / hour
$20–$36
Typical range
$5.50
Trial lesson
1,011
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
563 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Yoshiko
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello everyone! My name is Yoshiko. I am Japanese and have experience living in the UK for more than 10 years, as well as 9 years in Singapore.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (3,011)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
AOYAMA
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Waseda Univ. Love traveling!
- Native
- 5,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (1,494)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$30/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.60
Yuki
NativeVerbling · Japan
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (581)
- Usually within a day
Teaches A2–C2
- Exam prep
- Business
$32/h
Book on Verbling(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Nahoko T.
NativePreply · Japan
English-Fluent Certified Japanese Teacher | 10+ Years of Making Japanese Easy & Fun. Your Journey to Japanese Fluency Starts Here!
- Native
- 10 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (48)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$43/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $18
Mimi
Nativeitalki · Japan
Friendly Japanese Teacher | Speak Naturally & Confidently
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$15/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
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Kyoko O.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
To Learners of Japanese at all level who just want to talk in Japanese and who have something you want to talk. Let's talk! If you want, I am glad to explain t…
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
Kenji
NativeEngoo · Japan
After graduating from a university in the U.S., I worked in the export/import business for about 20 years, where I used English daily to communicate with…
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (3,120)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Business
Subscription
on Engoo
Ryoko
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese lessons 🍣✨
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Other certificate
- Chinese +2
- ★ 5.0 (1,422)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$42/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $9.90
Yoko
NativeVerbling · Japan
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Other certificate
- Italian
- ★ 5.0 (558)
- Usually within a day
Teaches A1–C2
- Exam prep
- Business
$24/h
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Satomi S.
NativePreply · Japan
🌈 Improve your conversation skills with fun, friendly lessons🌈 Enjoy talking about travel, culture, and hobbies ✨ I'm here to fully support your passion for sp…
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (48)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$25/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $11
Aoi
Nativeitalki · Japan
【Mistakes Welcome】Japanese for part-time jobs| Beginners OK |Conversation| Reading| Writing Diaries|
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English +1
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$12/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.00
Emi.OK
NativeCafetalk · Japan
If you just want to talk, this is for you! Let's grab natural Japanese by having relaxed, fun conversations.
- Native
- 50+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Speaks your language
$13/h
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Tak
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I'm Tak! I have experience tutoring English at major Eikaiwa schools in Japan, as well as at high schools and universities.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (2,906)
- Rarely cancels (99% attended)
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
Subscription
on Engoo
Kohei
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation🗣 | JLPT🈴
- Native
- 9 yrs · 5,000+ lessons
- None listed
- Chinese +2
- ★ 5.0 (1,336)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$32/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $8.80
Yuki
NativeVerbling · Japan
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (285)
- Usually within a few hours
Teaches A1–C2
$30/h
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Hikari H.
NativePreply · Japan
【message】 I am also learning a foreign language, so I understand how difficult language learning can be. The shortest way to learn a language is to continue st…
- Native
- 2 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (48)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$30/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Mei
Nativeitalki · Japan
フリートークで実際に使える日本語を教えます
- Native
- New tutor
- None listed
- English
- No reviews yet
- Replies to 100% of messages
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$8.00/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.00
Kyoko. I
NativeCafetalk · Japan
JLPT N2 「新完全マスター 読解」の本を使うレッスンです。宿題が多めのレッスンです。
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a few hours
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
$1.90/h
Book on Cafetalk(opens in a new tab)Free trial lesson
Yuhka
NativeEngoo · Japan
I studied English in the United States, which helped me start my tutoring career in Japan, working at a major language school.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (2,906)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
Subscription
on Engoo
Yayoi
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🌸speaking🌸native speaker
- Native
- 5,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (1,325)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$30/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.70
Chieko I.
NativePreply · Japan
Not Just Japanese, Understand Japan! Build real skills through structured lessons & natural conversation. Explore history, food & culture beyond the textbook.…
- Native
- 2 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (47)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$54/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $23
Keiko
Nativeitalki · Japan
MA student in Japanese Language Education/ English OK
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- Professional teacher
- English
- No reviews yet
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Beginners
$28/h
Book on italki(opens in a new tab)Trial $18
May.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
It provides the opportunity for people who have studied Japanese to chat in order to brush up.
- Native
- 5,000+ lessons
- Other certificate · verified
- English
- No reviews yet
- Usually within a day
- Speaks your language
- Everyday admin & immigration
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Japanese tutors by platform
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 |
How much Japanese tutors charge
Hourly price spread for native and non-native tutors.
All tutors
$26Middle 50% between $18 and $34, 1041 tutors
Native speakers
$28Middle 50% between $20 and $36, 727 tutors
Non-native
$22Middle 50% between $13 and $32, 314 tutors
Prices by platform
Median hourly price and spread on each marketplace.
AmazingTalker
$26Middle 50% between $20 and $32, 413 tutors
Preply
$36Middle 50% between $30 and $45, 228 tutors
Tusclases / FindTutors
$17Middle 50% between $9.85 and $24, 163 tutors
Cafetalk
$10Middle 50% between $6.32 and $15, 73 tutors
italki
$15Middle 50% between $12 and $22, 40 tutors
Wyzant
$55Middle 50% between $43 and $75, 31 tutors
Classgap
$24Middle 50% between $17 and $29, 29 tutors
Verbling
$30Middle 50% between $25 and $36, 27 tutors
LanguaTalk
$30Middle 50% between $26 and $33, 16 tutors
Apprentus
$38Middle 50% between $29 and $51, 14 tutors
Tutor Hunt
$56Middle 50% between $45 and $65, 7 tutors
Where Japanese tutors are from
- Japan966 / 1,326
Taiwan43 / 1,326
China28 / 1,326
South Korea20 / 1,326
Hong Kong SAR China12 / 1,326
United States6 / 1,326
Brazil6 / 1,326
Italy4 / 1,326
Popular Japanese lesson types
Japanese tutors: FAQ
Yes, somewhat: native Japanese speakers charge a median of $28 per hour, compared with $22 for non-native tutors. We list 1,011 native speakers.
Across 1,041 Japanese tutors with a listed price, the median is $26 for a 60-minute lesson. Most prices fall between $11 and $46 per hour.
Yes. The median trial lesson costs $5.50. Trials are offered on AmazingTalker, Engoo, Preply, Cafetalk, and italki, usually for 25–30 minutes, and some tutors give them for free.
We read the public profile of every tutor listed on the marketplaces we cover and refresh it daily. Prices are converted to US dollars at European Central Bank rates and normalised to a 60-minute lesson. Platforms can't pay to rank higher.
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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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