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.
673 tutors match. Prices are per 60-minute lesson; you book directly on each platform.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
MIT Sloan, Waseda uni grad
Teaches A1–C2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A2–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🌈 Improve your conversation skills with fun, friendly lessons🌈 Enjoy talking about travel, culture, and hobbies ✨ I'm here to fully support your passion for sp…
Nativeitalki · Japan
【Mistakes Welcome】Japanese for part-time jobs| Beginners OK |Conversation| Reading| Writing Diaries|
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
こちらのレッスンはスウェーデン語の絵本を解読するレッスンになります♪お子さんへの読み聞かせは別のレッスンがるのでそちらにリクエストお願いいたします♪
NativeEngoo · Japan
Hello, I'm Tak! I have experience tutoring English at major Eikaiwa schools in Japan, as well as at high schools and universities.
Teaches A1–C2
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AmazingTalker · China
20 YEARS JP 😊
Teaches A1–B2
NativeVerbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
【message】 I am also learning a foreign language, so I understand how difficult language learning can be. The shortest way to learn a language is to continue st…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
フリートークで実際に使える日本語を教えます
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
Cafetalk · Türkiye
Structured JLPT lessons using Minna no Nihongo & Sou Matome
NativeEngoo · Japan
I studied English in the United States, which helped me start my tutoring career in Japan, working at a major language school.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
CONV. FOR ADULTS & KIDS (6+)
Teaches A1–C2
Verbling · Croatia
Teaches A1–B1
NativePreply · Japan
Not Just Japanese, Understand Japan! Build real skills through structured lessons & natural conversation. Explore history, food & culture beyond the textbook.…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
MA student in Japanese Language Education/ English OK
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
受講者のご要望に応じた英語のレッスンを致します。
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have a BA in International Relations. I have worked at an English conversation school and helped students improve their English skills to achieve their goals.
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
１０ years of experience
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
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Verbling · Japan
Teaches A1–C1
NativePreply · Japan
From Hiragana to real Japanese conversations 🌸 Learn Japanese with clear support in English! Beginners and advanced learners are all welcome 🌈 With a personali…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
Nativeitalki · Japan
日本語ネイティブ講師|初心者から気軽に日本語で話しましょう
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeCafetalk · Japan
一緒に朝活しませんか？？カメラOFFで朝の忙しい時間を有効活用！英語でゆるっと会話を楽しみましょう。
NativeEngoo · Japan
I have been a freelance English tutor for a long time, and tutoring is what I enjoy most in my whole career.
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 / 1,326
Taiwan43 / 1,326China28 / 1,326
South Korea20 / 1,326
Hong Kong SAR China12 / 1,326
Brazil6 / 1,326
United States6 / 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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