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.
442 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeCafetalk · Japan
たくさん話して、もっと自然な日本語へ！間違いを丁寧に直しながら、伝わる日本語と会話力を伸ばしましょう
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have experience working as a Purser on a cruise ship for an American company and as a receptionist at a 5-star hotel in Australia.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
１０ years of experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Experienced Japanese Tutor 🌸| 3+ Years Teaching | 100+ Students Worldwide🌍
NativeCafetalk · Japan
カナダ現役保育士が現地のPreschoolのサークルタイムを完全再現！
NativeEngoo · Japan
Since I was a student, I have tutored mainly English and mathematics to junior high school students as a cram school tutor and private tutor.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · 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
Ex. 8years / Basic~Business
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌟English support available🌟Speak Japanese with confidence🇯🇵Not just language-the culture behind it🪷Beginner welcome🤗More than 2500 lessons👨🏫 3yrs teaching exp…
NativeCafetalk · Japan
◎未経験OK◎楽しく日本語ではなしましょう！♪
NativeEngoo · Japan
I studied at Manchester University in the UK for one year.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation / Free Talk /JLPT
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Tutor
NativeCafetalk · Japan
What kind of person am I? What kind of materials do I use? What's your level? Which lesson should you choose? Let's answer these questions here.
NativeEngoo · Japan
I lived in Canada for a while during my childhood and later lived in Germany for many years as an adult.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
子供日本語/ORG教材/N2対策
Teaches A2
NativePreply · Japan
✅Tutor with over 8,000 lesson experience ✅doubling as a friend and motivator✅ a comfortable environment for effective communication 🌟Let’s Take It Step by Step!
NativeCafetalk · Japan
語彙力UP ! （入門・超初級者の方も大歓迎！）クイズ形式。語彙やフレーズを テンポよくどんどんアウトプットしながら確認していきます。
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a Bachelor of Science degree in Interior Design.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Waseda Univ. Love traveling!
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Have fun with Japanese! A Certified Teacher.✨Beginner-friendly ✨Easy to understand ✨JLPT ✨Anime
NativeCafetalk · Japan
Let's start leaning spanish! little by little and enjoy conversation (^-^)
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello! I'm Emmy. I'm half Japanese and half Bangladeshi.
Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Hong Kong SAR China
Travel|Conversation|Beginner
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let's enjoy Japanese with me!
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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 / 1,326Hong Kong SAR China12 / 1,326
Brazil6 / 1,326
United States6 / 1,326
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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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