1,326 tutors · 12 platforms
A 60-minute online Japanese lesson costs $26 at the median, across the 1,326 tutors we track on 12 platforms. Most tutors charge between $18 and $34 per hour. Trial lessons typically cost $5.50. Native speakers charge a median of $28 per hour, versus $22 for non-native tutors.
1,011 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Bachelor of Foreign Studies from the Department of English Language at Sophia University.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
👑Certified Japanese Teacher
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Enjoy Anime📼, Manga📚, and Movies🎞️ in Japanese! Learn to enjoy without subtitles or translation tools! Let's learn lively Japanese with native speakers!
Japanese (Japan) · likely
Nativeitalki · Japan
Speak Japanese from Day 1 ! Beginners welcomed, I've taught 800 lessons online & teaching at school
Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
小学生未満のお子様、小学生向けの短時間のレッスンです。 少しずつ英語に触れ、アルファベット、単語、簡単なフレーズが言えるようになる練習を楽しくしましょう。
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have been tutoring English for over 5 years to people of all ages.
Teaches A1–C2
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NativeAmazingTalker · South Korea
💗5600 + Teaching Time✨
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
I have over 10 years of experience as a Japanese teacher living abroad. Currently, I'm based in Italy.
Nativeitalki · Japan
Certified Japanese Tutor | Fun and Practical Lessons with "GENKI" & "IRODORI"
Teaches A1–B2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
ちょっとした空き時間に☆ 役立つ単語や表現を学びましょう！
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I'm Rio from Japan. I hold Eiken Grade 1, TOEIC 990, and a VERSANT score of 82.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · South Korea
TOPIK Conversation K-drama
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
💎Native Japanese, French speaking teacher! I understand the difficulties of learning other languages! Let's learn together in a fun way💎
Nativeitalki · Japan
Practical Japanese for Real Life 🌸 Conversation, Travel & Keigo🇯🇵
Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
スペイン語をゼロからきちんと学びたい方へ！スペイン語圏への旅行前にもおすすめです。
NativeEngoo · Japan
I am a certified English tutor with a background in studying abroad for three years.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🏅Fun Conversation practices🏅
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
🌺 6 years of tutoring experience 🌺 Beginner-friendly classes! I provide lessons that let you speak in your own words and help improve your expressive skills 💚…
Nativeitalki · Japan
5years of teaching experience🌸🍃 子ども〜大人まで言語指導経験有🌸日本語初心者でも安心して、楽しくレッスンをしましょう✨
Teaches A1–C1
NativeCafetalk · Japan
フォト俳句・短歌・川柳で気持ちを伝えよう
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi, I'm Mizuki! I'm living in Kyoto, where I run my own farming business.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
English⭐️Chinese OK🥰
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
English-Fluent Certified Japanese Teacher | 10+ Years of Making Japanese Easy & Fun. Your Journey to Japanese Fluency Starts Here!
Nativeitalki · Japan
2,000時間以上の指導経験｜日本語がわかると、会話はもっと楽しい！自分の言葉で話せる力を、一緒に育てましょう。
Teaches A1–B2
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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
United States6 / 1,326
Brazil6 / 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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