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

Umi903

  Kyoto, Japan
Female, 30

Hi everyone! I live in Kyoto. Does anyone live in Kyoto? Even if you don't live in Kyoto, I hope to enjoy communicating with you in the world. If you want to learn the Japanese language and culture, I'll tell you as best I can.I like movies, drawing ...

Languages: Japanese, English

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

SatottiM

  Osaka, Japan
Male, 30

Hi! I'm Satoshi. I'm from Osaka, Japan.I've been learning English and French. I just started Spanish too.I love football, manga, video games, and my 2 dogs.If you are intersted in Japanese, I will help you!

Languages: Japanese, English, French, Spanish

maremareee

  Ishinomaki, Japan
Female, 23

Hi!I’m an introverted and shy person, but also very curious about the world.I love both deep conversations and small, everyday things like what you noticed on a walk or something that made you smile that day.I’m into fashion and thrift shopping, ...

Languages: Japanese, English, Mandarin, French

Ni99

  Ibaraki, Japan
Female, 19

Hello, nice to meet you:) I’m a little shy but I try my best to be honest and kind to everyone. I’m interesting in learning new languages, like German and Russian as well as English of course:) also I’d like to learn about their history, cultur...

Languages: Japanese, English, German

Minghui

  Japan
Female, 18

I love cooking and baking!I like to drawing/painting whenever I have some free time. I would be glad to get your painting if you want send me!And I love cute animals♡ I can use Chinese and Japanese fluent,but English is beginner…I' want to ...

Languages: Mandarin, Japanese, English

soramame08

  Nagano, Japan
Female, 50

Hi there! I'm working mom. I have a girl. I like to do Yoga, boxing exercise by youtube), walking in the nature, drink coffee or tea,sometimes stay in the quiet place, book,listen to music,baking, singing, cooking and watch drama or movies. Writing...

Languages: Japanese, English, Italian

sakuranbo

  tokorozawa, Japan
Female, 18

Hii! I'm a bit shy,but I like talking.My hobbies are listening to music,reading books and traveling.I sometimes go shopping in Tokyo on weekends because you can find a little of everything there.I'm a high school student now and I'll be a university ...

Languages: Japanese, English

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

K06

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 36

I am a very open-minded and friendly person who loves to learn language! As indicated in the Hobbies section, I like to watch films, cook, try foreign cuisines, play tennis. I used to play piano, so I still like to hear some music.

Languages: Japanese, English, Spanish