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.
NativePreply · Japan
Use Japanese, not just learn it 🇯🇵✨ | English support | 6+ years experience | Personalized lessons for kids and adults
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi, everyone! I’m Mayu. I’ve had the privilege of living in different countries, including Canada and Palau.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Studied abroad in Spain
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
Learn Japanese step by step - from the essential basics to real-life conversations
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, everyone! I have a technical background as a mechanical engineer.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Japanese tutor 6 years
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
Certified Japanese tutor with experience in three countries! Japanese, English, and Korean support available✨ Complete beginners are welcome🥰 I’ll support your…
NativeEngoo · Japan
After finishing college in Japan, I came to the United States and earned a B.A.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation Focused✨
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let’s learn Japanese and share stories about the world with a teacher who has traveled to 60 countries!
NativeEngoo · Japan
I'm a Japanese tutor with Latin American roots.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
JPN conversatin🗣️grammar📕
Teaches A1–B1
NativePreply · Japan
Fun, Friendly Japanese Lessons with a Teacher of 30+ Years
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I earned my Associate Degree in Wyoming and completed my Bachelor's Degree in Dance with a minor in Communication in Idaho.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
初級日本語 会話力
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
No need to be nervous, let's have fun and improve together!
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I graduated from a college in the US and then worked at a Japanese company for more than 10 years, where English was a daily necessity.
NativeAmazingTalker · Brazil
🗣️ Portuguese with confidence
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
＼Certified🎓 Expand your world with your own words🌏／ Make your travel and career dreams come true with fun lessons✨️
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi, I'm Takumi, nice to meet you! I have studied abroad in Australia and America, but I'm originally a self-taught English learner.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Biz JP/Interview/News Focus/N1
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let’s work together to strengthen your Japanese. I will support you in approaching your goals in a structured and purposeful way.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I'm Tommy. I'm a certified ESL teacher with a Master's degree in TESOL from the US.
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
初級の日本語、中級の日本語
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
United States6 / 1,326Brazil6 / 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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