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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  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

Sidare

  Hokkaido, Japan
Female, 19

I am Japanere.I want to talk to foreign speaker.But,I can only speak English a little.My hobby is watching Japanere anime.Especially,Haikyu and Detective Conan.But,I like minor anime.Addition,I like playing piano.I've been learning piano since I was ...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Oita, Japan
Male, 66

My work is to support the procedure of entrance of foreigner and inheritance Everyday I run.My family is my wife,me and a turtle.I think that I'm kind.

Languages: Japanese, English, German

yoneko

  Japan
Female, 36

Hello! Lately, I’ve been spending my evenings playing *Ghost of Tsushima* or *Nightreign* on my PS5. I’m looking forward to exchanging postcards. Please note that as a free member, there will be a significant delay in providing my address. I also...

Languages: Japanese, English, Czech

Kinari

  Kawasaki-shi, Japan
Female, 25

I’m a laid-back person who likes to go at my own pace.I’m introverted, but I love meeting people from different countries and learning about their cultures.I love dogs, F1, movies, cooking, and listening to music.I’m a graphic designer, and I a...

Languages: Japanese, English

aya3

  fukuoka, Japan
Female, 36

I am friendly and enjoy cooking. My hobby is playing the piano; I started learning it again as an adult.

Languages: Javanese

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  Kobe, Japan
Male, 30

Hello, everyone. I am Japanese who is interested in East Asian culture and foods.Currently I am living in Kobe, Japan, but I used to live in the United Kingdom and France, as a student and a language lecturer respectively.I like reading books, cookin...

Languages: English, Japanese, French

OHTAKI

  TOKYO, Japan
Male, 47

I live in the Tokyo metropolitan area. I love traveling, and although I used to visit many countries, I now mainly enjoy traveling within Japan. I grow various plants and vegetables in my garden. Because I like unusual plants, visiting botanical gard...

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Tokyo Sky Deck

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  Kyoto, Japan
Female, 48

Hello. I live in Kyoto and work full-time on rotating shifts at a small women’s clothing store inside a shopping center in Osaka. Since we welcome many tourists from both Japan and abroad, I’d like to improve my English communication skills. I’...

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Typical Japanese lunch

SmileMJ

  Ishigaki city, Japan
Unspecified, 52

I am happy person- I’d like to have penpal friends all over the world . I love dogs and cats.my free time I love to play guitar and ukulele. It makes me happy. Plants and farm. I don’t seeking boy or girl. Just good friends. Also I’d like to im...

Languages: Japanese, English