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

Picton

  Saitama, Japan
Male, 34

I'm easygoing, open-minded, and enjoy getting to know people from different cultures. My biggest passion is photography and art and I also enjoy traveling, exploring new places, listening to music, and watching documentaries. In my free time, I like ...

Languages: English

S...H

  Tottori, Japan
Female, 39

Hi!I'm looking for snailmail friends. I have been liked writing letters and collecting postcards and cute stationery when I was a teenage. I have a daughter. I love animals. I have a boston terria. I go to shopping, watch movies on DVD, go to dog par...

Languages: Japanese, English

MI7W

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 50

Hi! I’m someone who enjoys observing the world. I like travelling abroad and learning about different cultures. In my free time, I enjoy learning English and going for walks. I’m always happy to chat and exchange ideas with people from different ...

Languages: Japanese, English

Rapunzel12

  Takashimadaira,Itabashi, Japan
Female, 33

I’m a very active Catholic who grew up in a countryside and a wannabe cowgirl :) A little about me:* MBTI: ENTP-A * I speak Japanese, English, Spanish, and German.* Favorite Bible verses: Isaiah 43:2, Mark 5:3, and Psalm 91:1–15.* I love taking c...

Languages: English, German, Spanish, Japanese

Cultural Keepsake: Beautiful Catholic churches in Tokyo

ko9m

  Suginami, Japan
Male, 20

I'm interested in daily life in foreign countries. And also taking pictures and sharing is really exiting to me.

Languages: Japanese, English

Yuki Ninja

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 23

Hi! I’m a simple and easygoing person who enjoys meeting new people and learning about different cultures. I like friendly conversations, sharing life experiences, and discovering what makes people unique.My interests include technology, music, mov...

Languages: Japanese, English

Lovegood

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 25

I am a very ordinary office worker in Tokyo Japan, but always curious about life around the world and daydreaming about it. I’m learning English. I love museums, movies, cooking and eating. I also love just being lazy in my bed. I'm a little shy, b...

Languages: Japanese, English, Korean, French

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  seijyo setagaya-ku, Japan
Female, 24

Hello! I am a graduate student in Japan, currently researching physical chemistry.I live in Tokyo, which is one of the largest and most vibrant cities in the country.In my free time, I enjoy a variety of hobbies, including watching movies, mountain c...

Languages: Japanese, English, German

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  Yawata, Japan
Female, 34

Hello, I’m Kana.I enjoy reading and writing, and I like spending quiet time in cafes or at home.I love journaling and letter writing, and I’m interested in creative activities.Recently, I’ve been working on a story, so I enjoy learning about hi...

Languages: Japanese, English

Liahchang

  Gumma, Japan
Female, 41

I am the occupational therapist in JAPAN.I do also give a treatment or session to the people who has problems about their physical and mental thealth or the daily life struggles.I can give a session to anyther person who wants to be relaxed.sometimes...

Languages: Japanese, English