日本語ネイティブ
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
初級日本語 会話力
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- Chinese
- ★ 5.0 (261)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
$17/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.40
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
1,326 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
Native
明香 中.
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Tutor Specializing in Beginners and Children｜Former Elementary School Teacher with 20 Years of Experience｜Fun, Effective Lessons with Conversation, Pi…
- Native
- 23 yrs · 200+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (11)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Kids
- Beginners
$41/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $17
Hiro
NativeEngoo · Japan
Although I am Japanese, I have a very neutral accent.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (810)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
Maria
NativeAmazingTalker · Brazil
🗣️ Portuguese with confidence
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- Other certificate
- Portuguese +4
- ★ 5.0 (263)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Business
- Kids
- Beginners
$34/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.50
Shota U.
NativePreply · Japan
Speak Japanese with Confidence | Beginner-Friendly & Conversational Japanese
- Native
- 2 yrs · 100+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English
- ★ 5.0 (11)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Beginners
$16/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.50
Ryan
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hi! I am half Japanese and half New Zealander.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (749)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
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Hisashi
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Biz JP/Interview/News Focus/N1
- Native
- 2,000+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (259)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches B1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
$40/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.50
Reia N.
NativePreply · Japan
Fun & Active Japanese! 🗣️ Focus on Speaking with English Support ✨ Travel & Culture Tips ✈️ Lessons are adapted to your level using English and Japanese！
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (11)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$25/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $11
Yuki
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! My name is Yuki.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (769)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
kumi@台湾12年目の人
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
初級の日本語、中級の日本語
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Not listed
- Chinese
- ★ 5.0 (259)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$21/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.50
Noriko K.
NativePreply · Japan
Practical, Personalized Lessons with a Trilingual Tutor ^_^
- Native
- 3 yrs · 500+ lessons
- TEFL/TESOL certificate · verified
- German +1
- ★ 5.0 (11)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
$48/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $20
Sae
NativeEngoo · Japan
I specialized in International Studies and have a strong interest in the fields of language learning and bilingualism.
- Native
- 3 years teaching
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (754)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
Thomas
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🌟Daily Japanese🌟Conversations🎯
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English +1
- ★ 5.0 (267)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$28/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $6.60
Makoto M.
NativePreply · Japan
Certified Japanese Teacher & 420-Hour Training Course Graduate
- Native
- 5 yrs · 200+ lessons
- Teaching degree
- No other language listed
- ★ 5.0 (10)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
- Beginners
$17/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.00
Tomoki
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I'm Tomoki. I was born and raised in Japan, and I have experience living and studying in Toronto, Canada.
- Native
- Not listed
- None listed
- English
- ★ 5.0 (720)
- Not shown
Japanese (Japan) · likely
- Speaks your language
Subscription
on Engoo
TBeee
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
会話🗣️ / ビジネス💼 / アニメ/ 旅行✈️ / 文化🗼
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- Chinese +1
- ★ 5.0 (258)
- Not shown
Teaches A1 –C2
- Exam prep
- Business
- Kids
$25/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $4.40
Moeko N.
NativePreply · Japan
🌸 Licensed Japanese Teacher (Japan & U.S.) | 8+ Years Experience | Beginners to JLPT N2 | Fun & Motivating Lessons
- Native
- 500+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- English
- ★ 5.0 (10)
- Not shown
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Beginners
$36/h
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $15
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
Teacher Tamika
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Trilingual JP・CN・EN
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Not listed
- English +3
- ★ 5.0 (258)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–B2
- Speaks your language
- Exam prep
- Kids
- Beginners
$30/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.50
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
Book on Preply(opens in a new tab)Trial $7.50
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
Komomo
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Speak Japanese Now!
- Native
- 1,000+ lessons
- Professional teacher
- Chinese
- ★ 5.0 (256)
- Not shown
Teaches A1–C2
- Business
- Beginners
$26/h
Book on AmazingTalker(opens in a new tab)Trial $5.50
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
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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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- Brazil6 / 1,326
United States6 / 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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