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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

21 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.

Daichi

Daichi

Native

Letuelezioni

Impariamo il giapponese dei madrelingua, non dei manuali!

Native
Not listed
None listed
Italian
★ 5.0 (14)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

$36/h
Free trial lesson
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Yo

Yo

Native

Letuelezioni

Scopri il fascino della lingua giapponese con un percorso semplice e piacevole

Native
Not listed
None listed
No other language listed
★ 5.0 (13)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

$22/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Letuelezioni(opens in a new tab)
Mariko

Mariko

Native (likely)

Tusclasesparticulares

Aprende Japonés con una Profesora Nativa y Titulada

Native (likely)
Not listed
Language degree
No other language listed
★ 5.0 (11)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

$19/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Tusclasesparticulares(opens in a new tab)
Mutsumi

Mutsumi

Native

FindTutors

Native Japanese Teacher | GCSE, A-Level, IB, JLPT, Conversation & Pronunciation

Native
30 years teaching
None listed
No other language listed
★ 5.0 (10)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Exam prep
  • Kids
$53/h
Free trial lesson
Book on FindTutors(opens in a new tab)
Ryo

Ryo

Native (likely)

Tusclasesparticulares

Clases de japonés con profesor nativo de Tokio y titulado | Profesor en activo en Barcelona (Todos los niveles / JLPT)

Native (likely)
Not listed
Teaching degree
No other language listed
★ 5.0 (3)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Exam prep
$19/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Tusclasesparticulares(opens in a new tab)
Naoko

Naoko

Native (likely)

Letuelezioni

Insegnante madrelingua giapponese con lunga esperienza

Native (likely)
Not listed
None listed
No other language listed
★ 5.0 (3)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

$28/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Letuelezioni(opens in a new tab)

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Megumi

Megumi

Native

FindTutors

Unlock Your Language Potential with Expert Tutoring in Japanese and French!

Native
20 years teaching
None listed
No other language listed
★ 5.0 (2)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

$60/h
Free trial lesson
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Kasumi

Kasumi

Native

Letuelezioni

Insegnante madrelingua giapponese – Lezioni online personalizzate

Native
Not listed
None listed
No other language listed
★ 5.0 (1)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

$25/h
Free trial lesson
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Kaori

Kaori

Native (likely)

Nachhilfeunterricht

Japanisch-Tutor Anfänger Richtiges Japanisch lernen

Native (likely)
Not listed
None listed
No other language listed
★ 5.0 (1)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2

  • Beginners
$23/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Nachhilfeunterricht(opens in a new tab)
Nobuharu

Nobuharu

Native

Nachhilfeunterricht

Native Japanese speaker helping learners gain confidence and fluency.

Native
Not listed
None listed
No other language listed
★ 5.0 (1)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

$23/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Nachhilfeunterricht(opens in a new tab)
Kaho

Kaho

Native (likely)

Nachhilfepro

Beginners are welcome! ​​ Learn natural Japanese (N4, N5) with a cheerful and encouraging teacher. 😊✊🏻✨

Native (likely)
Not listed
None listed
No other language listed
★ 5.0 (1)
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2

  • Beginners
$26/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Nachhilfepro(opens in a new tab)
Taiju

Taiju

Native

FindTutors

I am a native Japanese speaker and patient tutor. My online lessons are for anyone who wants to learn natural Japanese

Native
New tutor
None listed
No other language listed
No reviews yet
Not shown

Teaches A1–C2

  • Beginners
$24/h
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Ellie

Ellie

Native

FindTutors

Native Japanese tutor, BA in Japanese Literature and qualified Early Years teacher, offering online lessons for children & adults.

Native
New tutor
Teaching degree
No other language listed
No reviews yet
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Kids
$33/h
Free trial lesson
Book on FindTutors(opens in a new tab)
Tómoko

Tómoko

Native (likely)

Tusclasesparticulares

Japonés con profesora nativa. Más de 8 años experiencia

Native (likely)
8 years teaching
None listed
No other language listed
No reviews yet
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

  • Exam prep
$23/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Tusclasesparticulares(opens in a new tab)
Takashi

Takashi

Native (likely)

Tusclases

clase japones online desde nivel 0 hasta avanzado con profe nativo

Native (likely)
10 years teaching
None listed
Spanish
No reviews yet
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2

  • Beginners
$15/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Tusclases(opens in a new tab)
Nazuki

Nazuki

Native (likely)

Nachhilfeunterricht

Japanisch von Null – Grundlagen für Anfänger Kinder

Native (likely)
New tutor
None listed
No other language listed
No reviews yet
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2

  • Kids
  • Beginners
$44/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Nachhilfeunterricht(opens in a new tab)
Kanako

Kanako

Native

Nachhilfeunterricht

Japanisch Muttersprechende Lehrerin. Unterricht auf Englisch, Deutsch und Spanisch möglich.

Native
10 years teaching
None listed
German +2
No reviews yet
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

  • Speaks your language
$22/h
Book on Nachhilfeunterricht(opens in a new tab)
Yoshimasa

Yoshimasa

Native

Nachhilfeunterricht

Japanisch lernen für Reise und Alltag – mit Muttersprachler und Englisch Unterstützung

Native
New tutor
Teaching degree
English
No reviews yet
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

  • Speaks your language
$23/h
Book on Nachhilfeunterricht(opens in a new tab)
Miki

Miki

Native (likely)

Nachhilfeunterricht

Japanese Lehrer, Freundlich und Sorgfältig unterrichten. Lasst uns zusammen lernen.

Native (likely)
New tutor
None listed
German
No reviews yet
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

$17/h
Book on Nachhilfeunterricht(opens in a new tab)
Sonoko

Sonoko

Native (likely)

Nachhilfeunterricht

Unterricht der Japanischen Sprache und Kultur in Englisch

Native (likely)
New tutor
None listed
No other language listed
No reviews yet
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

$18/h
Book on Nachhilfeunterricht(opens in a new tab)
Kazuki

Kazuki

Native (likely)

Nachhilfepro

Möchten Sie die japanische Sprache und Kultur mit mir lernen?

Native (likely)
New tutor
Other certificate
No other language listed
No reviews yet
Not shown

Japanese (Japan) · likely

$23/h
Free trial lesson
Book on Nachhilfepro(opens in a new tab)

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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.

Tutors, prices and trial lessons by platform
PlatformTutorsMedian / hMiddle 50%Avg. ratingTrial lessonLesson length
AmazingTalker413$26$20–$325.0★Discounted trial (25 min)25 / 50 min
Engoo284from $67/month—5.0★Free trial (25 min)25 min
Preply228$36$30–$455.0★Discounted trial (25 min)50 min
Tusclases / FindTutors164$17$9.85–$245.0★First class free with many tutors60 min
Cafetalk73$10$6.32–$15—Discounted trial (25 min)Set by each tutor
italki40$15$12–$225.0★Discounted trial (30 min)30 / 45 / 60 / 90 min
Wyzant31$55$43–$755.0★No trial; money-back guarantee on the first hour60 min
Classgap29$24$17–$295.0★Free trial (20 min)60 min
Verbling27$30$25–$365.0★Free or discounted trial (30 min)60 min
LanguaTalk16$30$26–$335.0★Free or discounted trial (30 min)55 min
Apprentus14$38$29–$515.0★No trial lessons60 min
Tutor Hunt7$56$45–$655.0★No trial lessons60 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
10th–90th percentileMiddle 50%Median

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
10th–90th percentileMiddle 50%Median

Where Japanese tutors are from

  • JapanJapan966 / 1,326
  • TaiwanTaiwan43 / 1,326
  • ChinaChina28 / 1,326
  • South KoreaSouth Korea20 / 1,326
  • Hong Kong SAR ChinaHong Kong SAR China12 / 1,326
  • BrazilBrazil6 / 1,326
  • United StatesUnited States6 / 1,326
  • ItalyItaly4 / 1,326

Popular Japanese lesson types

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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