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.
631 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Customized from zero to goal
Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
Beginner-friendly🔰 Learn with a current Japanese school teacher living in Canada 🇨🇦 Open to all levels, with conversation-focused lessons. Safe, fun, and full…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
💎2000⁺ lessons | all levels💎
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let's have fun learning Japanese! We also use "Minna no Nihongo" to provide beginner to intermediate level lessons and help with JLPT preparation.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
日本語基礎、日本語会話 専門
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
✨️🌞Start Simple. Speak Naturally. All Levels Welcome! 🌞✨
Japanese (Japan) · 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.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
advanced Japanese conversation
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Speak Natural Japanese with Confidence 👉| Osaka Native | 2,300+ Lessons | Real-Life Conversation & Subtle Nuances🎯
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Basic Japanese｜Conversation
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
From learning Hiragana to preparing for JLPT N1 — I can help you at any level!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · United Kingdom
British Pronunciation & IELTS
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Complete Beginners Welcome! 🇯🇵 | Practical Japanese for Life and Work in Japan
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
No more foreigner accent!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
I am here to help you learn and improve your Japanese language!
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
發音糾正,注重會話及口語流利度
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
✅Certified Pro Tutor Living in Sapporo☃️│💡Fluent English explanation for Beginners│Conversation・JLPT・Business│Productive Homework Provided
AmazingTalker · South Korea
💓JLPT N1 💓Academy instructor
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Founder of a Japanese-learning company (app · study-abroad support) | Beginner Specialist (English OK!)
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation/Fundamental
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Over 15 Years Experienced 🪭 Fun Native Japanese Teacher!🦸🏻♂️
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation / Grammar / JLPT
Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · United States
Japanese Tutor for Adults Seeking Long‑Term Fluency
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🌸9月下旬から1か月半、産休をいただきます🙇♀️🌸
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🔰 Beginners to Advanced Welcome! ✨ Let's Build Confidence in Japanese Conversation! Spanish and English OK 🌐
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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 / 1,326Taiwan43 / 1,326
China28 / 1,326South Korea20 / 1,326
Hong Kong SAR China12 / 1,326United 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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