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

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

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  Japan
Male, 21

Things I appreciate: Good music, movies, tv shows, and the existence of my cat. Things I do not appreciate: How my life is going, the state of our world, and all the troubles my cats bring. I’m here to improve my English, social skills and most imp...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Chiba-city, Japan
Female, 34

I have a laid-back personality, but I'm also curious and proactive. I would like to make friends with people from all over the world.my hobbies...write a letter, reading, collage, collecting of masking tapes, painting, studying foreign languages, cof...

Languages: Japanese, English, Italian, Spanish

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  Suginami-ku, Japan
Female, 69

Hi! From Japan! I was born and brought up in the center of Tokyo. I am married and enjoy living with my two dogs and one turtle. My hobbies including playing tennis, piano, gardening ,traveling and learning other languages. I am very happy person and...

Languages: Japanese, English, Russian, French

Mia Onyx

  Tokyo, Japan
Unspecified, 42

Hello!I love exploring the world through both travel and books. I’ve been fortunate to visit many countries, and each journey inspires me to learn more about different cultures. Languages are a big passion of mine—I’m currently studying English...

Languages: Japanese, English, French, German

Yaaii

  Japan
Female, 50

Hi! My name is Yaaii. I’m from Japan. I love cooking and trying new recipes. I’m also a big fan of Morgan Wallen and his music. Someday, I really want to visit Texas and Tennessee to experience the places he sings about.

Languages: Japanese, English

Dawn at Dusk

  Kanto, Japan
Female, 52

Hello,I'm an introverted person. but I have a smile,sense of humor(Monty Python ish),compassion and kindness.My profession is helping for animals.I am a person who likes finding clouds between landscapes..such like this, I like finding adorable lil t...

Languages: Japanese, English

ELLIE251025

  Japan
Female, 34

I love nature, taking photos, and enjoying good food.I’m calm and curious by nature, and I like noticing small, beautiful moments in everyday life.I dream of visiting Switzerland and Tuscany someday — their scenery and peaceful atmosphere really ...

Languages: Japanese, English

hawkfalconer

  Oita city, Japan
Male, 55

I'm a ordinary man and a roofer, so I tile top of roofs everyday. Recently I'm learning English language at my free time. I can understand English But my speak is like 5 year old kids.

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Traditional roofs

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  Kakuda, Japan
Female, 24

Nice to meet you!:) My friends often tell me that I am very diligence , yet I am humorous and make people laugh a lot. And, 'Since when did you become a treasure hunter?' and that an eccentric with curiosity and energy to the point of being prodd...

Languages: Japanese, English