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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some books

  saitama, Japan
Male, 59

I'm interested in learning many kinds of language.and I’m currently trying beans from different countries. Coffee drinking makes me enjoy in my life. I want to learn Japanese more by learning other country's language.so I could understand each othe...

Languages: Japanese, English, Spanish, Basque

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  Asaka, Japan
Male, 52

Hi, I’m Ruga from Japan! I work at a local supermarket. In my free time, I love composing fictional video game soundtracks and writing sci-fi novels set in the near future. I’m here to practice English and enjoy casual chats. Tell me about yourse...

Languages: Japanese, English

TokyoGuy

  Shinagawa, Japan
Male, 66

Hello, my name is Toru. I live in Tokyo. I am retired. I like movies and music. I play the piano. I like to see musical at Broadway theatre. I like to go to beaches and mountains in summer. I like to travel overseas and make friends.

Languages: Japanese, English, German

zousuu

  Kita city, Japan
Male, 20

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

kkawai

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 41

Hi, I work as an IT engineer now. In the past years I have been interested in world history and learn/read/watch stuffs related to history. And I plan to travel abroad to see historical heritage all over the world! Anyway I'm looking for friends to d...

Languages: Japanese, English, French, German

Fuuka

  豊田市, Japan
Male, 54

I am a friendly and easygoing person from Japan. I enjoy walking with my dog, reading books, watching movies, photography, driving, and building model kits. I also enjoy spending quiet time at home and discovering new things. I am interested in learn...

Languages: English, Japanese

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  Osaka, Japan
Female, 51

I’m a very reserved person, and I deeply respect other people’s privacy because I believe that privacy is part of a person’s human rights.My hobby is pottery. I’ve forgotten most of the English I used to know, so I’m using this site because...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Sapporo, Japan
Female, 33

Hello!! My name is Natsumi. I’m from Japan. I’d love to have some pen pals from all over the world!I’m a quiet person who enjoys spending time at home, writing in my journal, reading, and thinking about all kinds of random things. Recently, I�...

Languages: English

Momorin

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 61

I like listening to different kinds of music and learning languages ( English and Chinese ).

Languages: Japanese, English, Mandarin

Nisha sakura

  磐田市 / iwata-shi, Japan
Female, 28

I’m a sensitive and warm-hearted person who finds it easy to make friends. I value genuine connections, but I also protect my peace.I love cooking and trying out new flavors in the kitchen, and I love dancing because it makes me feel free. I’m fl...

Languages: English, Japanese, Sinhalese