Yuki K.
NativePreply · Japan
Sometimes funny and sometimes boring jokes.
- Native
- 2 yrs · 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (10)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$18/h
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Page language: English
1,326 tutors · 12 platforms
Online Japanese tutors, compared
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.
$26/h
Median / hour
$18–$34
Typical range
$5.50
Trial lesson
1,326
on 12 platforms
Compare Japanese tutors
1,011 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
Marian
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I'm Marian! I lived in New York for two years while in university, where I studied Business and English.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (734)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
Subscription
on Engoo
Mari
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
10年以上の日本語教育経験
- Native
- 10 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (156)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Exam prep
- Business
$22/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.70
Moemi O.
NativePreply · Japan
🏅Japanese Elementary School Teacher – Fun Lessons That Keep Kids Engaged!
- Native
- 3 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$42/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $18
Shinichi
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I'm Shinichi, and I have a master's degree in Linguistics.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (717)
- Not shown
Subscription
on Engoo
KANO
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
native Japanese🇯🇵
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- None listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (154)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$16/h
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Kyooka N.
NativePreply · Japan
I know how wonderful it is to connect with people from different countries and cultures through language. I look forward to getting to know my students in the…
- Native
- 5 yrs · 1,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$30/h
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Nadia
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Bachelor of General Education and studied Education, PE, and Sports Management.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- Teaching degree
- English
- ★ 5.0 (676)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
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NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversational, JLPT, Kids
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +4
- ★ 5.0 (154)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$21/h
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Miwa Y.
NativePreply · Japan
Master Japanese for Your Trip to Japan✨ Learn in English or Korean too🙌 Japanese is easy! You'll be speaking Japanese from today! Let's impress the Japanese wi…
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- Korean +1
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$31/h
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Masa
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I’m Masa! I improved my English mainly through focused self-study in Japan and further developed it through overseas experience.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (629)
- Not shown
Subscription
on Engoo
natsu
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🐱Certified Psychologist,
- Native
- 200+ lessons
- Other certificate
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (152)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
- Everyday admin & immigration
$20/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $1.10
Hime H.
NativePreply · Japan
Former High School English Teacher | Japanese Lessons with English Support 🌸
- Native
- 1 yrs · 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$36/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
Kae
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I'm Kae from Japan. I speak Japanese, English, and Spanish.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (609)
- Rarely cancels (99% attended)
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
KAORI
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Advanced Japanese | Ex-Big Law
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Other certificate
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (145)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Beginners
$37/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.70
Miyu Y.
NativePreply · Japan
🗓️ Flexible scheduling available to fit your needs! 😊 I’m a Japanese teacher living in London who loves traveling and anime ☆ I can also teach you Hakata diale…
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$18/h
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Ayumi
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Master of Science in Horticulture.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (614)
- Not shown
Subscription
on Engoo
Kou
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Oral|Business|Conversation
- Native
- 13 yrs · 2,000+ lessons
- Language degree
- Cantonese +2
- ★ 5.0 (146)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$40/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $11
Koichi Y.
NativePreply · Japan
Qualified Japanese Teacher ⭐⭐⭐| Learn Japanese with Someone Who Understands the Challenges of Language Learning😊
- Native
- 100+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +2
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$24/h
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Hikari
NativeEngoo · Japan
I love dancing, listening to music, and watching movies.
- Native
- Not listed
- Not listed
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (588)
- Not shown
Subscription
on Engoo
Susumu
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation/Travel/Speaking
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- Chinese +3
- ★ 5.0 (143)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$30/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $3.30
Miu Y.
NativePreply · Japan
Bright and Friendly Teacher
- Native
- 1 yrs · 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (9)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$30/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $13
Anri
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi! I’m Anri. I started taking online English lessons when I was in school.
- Native
- Not listed
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (530)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
Chika
NativeAmazingTalker · Taiwan
Japanese for Conversation 🌸
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Chinese +3
- ★ 5.0 (143)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$24/h
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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
Japanese tutors: FAQ
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.
Cafetalk has the lowest median price for Japanese tutors in our data: $10 per hour, and a quarter of its tutors charge $6.32 or less.
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.
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 track 1,326 Japanese tutors on AmazingTalker, Engoo, Preply, Tusclases / FindTutors, Cafetalk, and italki. AmazingTalker has the most choice, with 413 tutors.
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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