Japan Penpals

Japan Penpals — meet friends in a country of tradition and technology. Talk about school and university, anime and pop culture, food like sushi and ramen, seasonal festivals and everyday routines in cities and towns. Write letters or chat online and enjoy thoughtful cultural exchange.

Find penpals in Japan

Japan pairs tradition with modern life — festivals, shrines and technology, study and city bustle. With Japanese penfriends you can talk about school and university, anime and pop culture, food like sushi and ramen, and everyday routines in Tokyo, Osaka and regional towns.

Topics people often share

  • Study, exams and campus life
  • Music, anime and films
  • Food, cafés and neighbourhoods
  • Japanese or English language practice

Getting started

  • Send a polite introduction
  • Ask two or three easy questions
  • Share interests rather than contact details
  • Decide on online chat or letters

Connect with thoughtful Japanese penpals.

Penpals from Japan

Penparu

  Japan
Male, 21

Things I appreciate: Good music, books, and my cats. Things I do not appreciate: How my life is going, the state of our world, and all the chaos that my cats bring. I’m here to improve my English, social skills and most importantly, simply to enjoy...

Languages: Japanese, English

manjyu

  Chichibu, Japan
Male, 66

Hi, I am a Japanese. I am interested in reading history and philosophy. I try to read them in English. I have been running from I was teenager till now, not all the time but ups and downs. I want to see the people who let me know the things I haven�...

Languages: Japanese, English

KS

  tochigi, Japan
Female, 57

Hello! I have visited many countries in the world and often I stayed in France. I hope I can also learning French more!I hope we can talk about many things about Japan and your country!

Languages: Japanese, English

Autumn468

  Kobe, Japan
Female, 49

Hi there:) I'm here to meet new people and make friends with them . I've been interested in foreign culture and love traveling abroad as well . I hope I will be able to find some good friends on this site:)

Languages: Japanese, English

Loudmouth

  Osaka, Japan
Male, 55

Positive for everything. I am believer of saying there is a will, there is a way. I love meeting new friends from all over the world.I believe I am introvert. So far no one admits so.

Languages: Japanese, English, Mandarin, Thai

Mimyyy

  Mitaka, Japan
Female, 20

Hi ! I'm currently an exange student living in Japan for a year. I love nature travelling, music, and so much more. My favorite artists are wave to earth, NCT (especially wish and 127), Snow strippers, Malice Mizer ! I usually do a lot of craft thing...

Languages: French, English, Japanese, Gujrati

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  Sumida-ku, Japan
Female, 35

I have a one year old child and a black cat.I like music, internet, eating and drawing. I also like Japanese Kawaii characters (e.g. Chiikawa, sumikkogurashi) I take a walk along the river every day.

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: My cat

kamy7

  suzuka, Japan
Male, 59

Every conversation is a chance to grow. I’m excited to learn from you!I am looking for people who are interested in exchanging messages, introducing local culture, and sharing ways of life. Try exchanging three messages—you can evaluate reliabili...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Kita city, Japan
Male, 19

I’m a calm and gentle person who enjoys spending time with books, films and TV series. I’m currently studying in Japan and still getting used to life here, so every day feels a little new to me. Most days I study Japanese, watch movies or dramas,...

Languages: Mandarin, Japanese, English

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  Kobe, Japan
Female, 61

Hello. I am a woman living in Kobe, Japan. I live with my husband and a black cat. I work full time and am busy with work during the week, but on weekends I enjoy listening to music and reading books. I also like to travel abroad, either alone or wit...

Languages: Japanese, English