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.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Starter~Business,Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
Use Japanese, not just learn it 🇯🇵✨ | English support | 6+ years experience | Personalized lessons for kids and adults
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
日本語講師20年歴、中国語(中)、
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let’s learn Japanese and share stories about the world with a teacher who has traveled to 60 countries!
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
✈️Travel🌟Pronunciation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
Certified Language Expert | Personalized Lessons | Talk a Lot & Master Practical Japanese | Top 5% Tutor
1:1 lessons with hand-picked SpeakDuo teachers at fair prices, built around real speaking practice. Join the waitlist for early access.
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
経験5年、会話、長文読解、作文
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
NativePreply · Japan
I've been teaching Japanese for 14 years. I think you will become more interested in Japanese than you are now! I was studying Korean. I still enjoy watching K…
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kids👦All Levels📕Conversation
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
🌸 Japanese Teacher | 10+ Years Experience Fun Lessons for Kids of All Ages ♥️
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Kids 3-5y old/ Adults/ group
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Japanese Tutor Specializing in Beginners and Children｜Former Elementary School Teacher with 20 Years of Experience｜Fun, Effective Lessons with Conversation, Pi…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Conversation|Travel|Basic
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
🏅Japanese Elementary School Teacher – Fun Lessons That Keep Kids Engaged!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–A2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
🗣️JLPT | Travel | Animation 😊
Teaches A1–C2
NativePreply · Japan
Let's Learn Japanese in a Fun Way! 🌼/Certified Nursery Teacher & Kindergarten Instructor 🌷 Everyone is Welcome, Kids and Adults Alike! ✨ I’ll Help You Achieve…
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
Professional teacher
Japanese (KS) · Teaches A1–B2
NativePreply · Japan
🏫Licensed Ex-Elementary Teacher (7 yrs exp) 🐣Beginner Friendly & English Support! 🌸 Kids & Adults welcome!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
AmazingTalker · Taiwan
Anime/Easy-going/customized
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
grammar🔥conversation
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
For travel, beginner and oral
Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
🗣️Speak Japanese Now!
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
💎2000⁺ lessons | all levels💎
Japanese (Japan) · likely · Teaches A1–C2
NativeAmazingTalker · Japan
日本語基礎、日本語会話 専門
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 / 1,326
South Korea20 / 1,326
Hong 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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