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

markW86

  Kyoto, Japan
Male, 39

Hi! I'm British guy originally from the UK, now happily settled in Japan. I've been here for over a decade, so I've gone from wide-eyed newcomer to someone who can navigate konbini queues and onsen etiquette without panicking.Life here is a great mix...

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

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

Kei

  Toyonaka, Japan
Female, 66

I'm keiko.My nature of a person is friendly and scatty.My faivorite things are driving,wachinh movei,travering, writing Japanese calligraphy….I quiet the job this May so I sarch the next job.

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Japanese calligraphy

Yuko123456789

  sendai, Japan
Female, 50

I love anime, games, cheese, cheesecake, and old towns in Europe. If you're interested in Japanese culture, please let's become friends.

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

Abcaiueo

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 38

Hello. I’m looking for someone I can become close with while sharing our cultures and everyday life. I enjoy visiting new places, getting inspired by them, and trying new things. It would be great if we could encourage and inspire each other.

Languages: Japanese, English

Plum Shadow

  Yokohama, Japan
Female, 50

I’m a reflective and curious person with a strong interest in English , British culture and literature. I used to travel a lot in UK.I enjoy exploring ney new stage of my life. In my free time, I find calm in nature — gardening and observing smal...

Languages: Japanese, English

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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

POMPOMPURIN3

  Kyoto, Japan
Female, 46

Hi! .I am married and we have two children.My hobbies are shopping, watching dramas and movies and writing letters.I like to write letters with cute stationery.I like collecting cute stationery, stickers and pens.It makes me happy feeling when I find...

Languages: Japanese, English, Korean