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

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  Nara, Japan
Female, 32

Thank you for reading my profile. My name is Mayu and I am born and raised in Japan. I like traveling and learning new cultures so I have been to over 10 countries.

Languages: Japanese, English, German

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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

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  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 46

Hello, nice to meet you! I'm from Germany, living in Japan, and I feel at home in both countries. I enjoy time spent in scenic places, Japanese gardens, museums and exhibitions, listening to music, chatting with friends & family, and trying my hands ...

Languages: German, English, Japanese, French

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  AWA, Japan
Male, 41

I enjoy spending quiet time alone. During that time, I often read or reflect on how I'm feeling, and it has become an important part of my life. Recently, I've also been enjoying working in my small vegetable garden at home.I'm also interested in lea...

Languages: Japanese, English

Animals and Stationery

  Kanto Area, Japan
Female, 51

Hello! I'm married with no human children( have 1 dog, 2 cats ), living outside of Tokyo , Japan. I'm a very quiet person and enjoy my alone time. I love animals, nature, art , craft, stationery , movies , true crimes, walking and more. My love for s...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Hamamatsu City, Japan
Male, 57

My name is Francisco and I'm here to make foreign friends. I mind about global warming deeply. So as one of the things I can help I decided to stop using my car and to use public transportation like buses and trains.Japan has beautiful four seasons, ...

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

yukimaru

  大和高田, Japan
Male, 61

"I would love to have various conversations with you, drawing from your rich life experiences. I’m also interested in discussing our respective regions, cultures, and the changing seasons."

Languages: Japanese

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  Machida, Narusegaoka, Japan
Female, 50

I have a deep affection for art and literature. I am particularly interested in classical Western art and am studying oil painting and drawing. I love animals and plants, and currently live with two cats. I have an introverted personality and often s...

Languages: Japanese

Cultural Keepsake: A birthday spent enjoying Enoshima with friends

Koinobori

  sagamihara, Japan
Female, 43

Hello, nice to meet you.I am a Japanese woman living in Japan. My family consists of my husband, my son, and me. My hobbies include snail mail, journaling, stationery, stamps, crafts, reading, cooking, gardening, and enjoying tea at home.​I keep tw...

Languages: Japanese, English