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

Jotaroo2

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 24

Hi, I'm a univ student from Japan and later going to graduate school near the future. I am in life science field but now interested in an engineering. I am not so active but energitic about things I am interested in. My hobbies are watching films and...

Languages: Japanese, English, German

masaki880109

  Japan
Male, 38

Hello.I am a Japanese man. My hobbies are watching movies, listening to music, and playing the guitar. I registered here to make friends. My English is not very good, so I would be happy if I can improve it by talking. If you are interested in learni...

Languages: Japanese, English

I am not AI

  Osaka, Japan
Female, 50

I am not AI, but I’d like to help you with your Japanese learning. I didn’t join this site for any romantic purposes. I’m a rather reserved person and a good listener. I enjoy pottery and love all kinds of music. I’ve forgotten much of my Eng...

Languages: Japanese, English

zousuu

  Kita city, Japan
Male, 19

I’m a fairly calm and reflective person, and I usually enjoy quieter things like books, films, and TV series. I’m currently studying in Japan and still getting used to life here, so even ordinary days can feel a little new to me.Most days, I stud...

Languages: Mandarin, Japanese, English

nekomaruke

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 22

Hi, I'm a veteriary student from Japan and I am dreamd of studying bioinformatics abroad. Desirable countries are west countries but I haven't decided yet. Anyway, I'd like to study French or German in addition to English. My hobby is to watch horror...

Languages: Japanese, English, German

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

tawashi3

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 35

Nice to meet you.I am Japanese. I have a wife and children. I'm starting to work on programming for mobile app production. I'm planning to learn to play some musical instrument. I like reading and small exercise. I am interested in child culture. The...

Languages: Japanese, English, Spanish

okadaa

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 28

HI, I've graduated from univ and work as IT engineer! I have a great interest in history and literature of foreign countries. Also I love animals. I don't know how to describe myself but we will get to know each other while talking. Feel free to writ...

Languages: Japanese, English

Kuts

  Sasebo, Japan
Male, 50

Hello, world from Japan! In 2010, I was a grad student in the UK. I joined this site to keep up my English and to meet people I would never have met if it weren't for the internet. Actually, I had registered here before and I met someone truly wonder...

Languages: Japanese, English, Italian

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  Saiki city, Japan
Female, 71

I am Japanese living in a small lovely town near the sea in the south of Japan.My town is very beautiful with many lovely cherry blossoms in spring, and autumn is an another beautiful season.I like to make many friends from all over the world.I like ...

Languages: Japanese, English