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

kiyon

  Morioka, Japan
Female, 49

Hello. I think that I'm a quiet and introverted person. I like cakes, donuts, tea & coffee, blue, letters, old movies, reading, travel. I enjoy mystery novels and science fiction novels. I'd like to make friends with people all over the world.

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

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

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

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

Sikisiki

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 27

Hello, I'm Siki, university student studying veterinary medicine. I would like to improve English ability and get to know people all over the world:D I love animals, cycling, watching horror movies. Um, I am not good at introducing myself. Just ask m...

Languages: Japanese, English, French

charo1212

  sakado, Japan
Female, 50

My hobby is playing the cello. I used to be in an amateur orchestra.Now I find songs I like on YouTube and play the cello alone in my room.I like traveling to Europe.I have a calm personality.

Languages: Japanese, German, English

Inspector34

  Minato, Japan
Male, 48

Thanks for checking out my profile! Born and raised on the East Coast of the U.S., I've been living in Tokyo for nearly twenty years. When not working, I spend entire days exploring Tokyo on foot, sketching for hours, playing video games when I can't...

Languages: English, Japanese

LoveParis

  Kobe, Japan
Male, 29

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

shaketabeyo

  Hirosaki, Japan
Female, 30

I'm Yuki. I have a curious and active personality.I feel joy in trying something and learning new things in my daily life.I like to go to aquariums, and I often go there on holidays to look at fish and seals. I can have a relaxing time there.I like t...

Languages: Japanese, English