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

I am not AI

  Osaka, Japan
Female, 50

I am not AI, but I’d like to help you with your Japanese learning. I didn’t join this site for any romantic purposes. I’m a rather reserved person and a good listener. I enjoy pottery and love all kinds of music. I’ve forgotten much of my Eng...

Languages: Japanese, English

sasuke skb

  Miyazaki, Japan
Male, 18

Hello, my name is Sasuke. usually play Minecraft, but sometimes I also play typing game.!!!!!I have never watched NARUTO.!!!!!

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

Mitzi.Sun

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 54

Hello, My nickname is Mitzi. I was born and live in Tokyo. I think I am an easygoing person. I love animals ( especially cats) , music, comedy, a short trip and food! I used to have some pen friends when I was a teen-ager. I would like to have frien...

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Sensu - folding fan

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  Sapporo, Japan
Male, 22

I am currently living in Hokkaido, Japan. I enjoy quiet places where I can read books and relax. I also like traveling alone and discovering new places at my own pace.I am studying Japanese minority cultures at university, and I am especially interes...

Languages: Japanese, English

WanderLearn

  Japan
Female, 39

Hi! It’s my first time using an international communication site. I didn’t start Penpal just to practice English, but because I’m curious about how people from different countries think — about life, culture, work, and values. I studied liter...

Languages: Japanese, English

Hima 62

  Tsukuba, Japan
Female, 18

I am a cheerful and outgoing person who loves talking with people. I enjoy spending time with my friends, going out together, having sleepovers, and sharing fun moments. I also enjoy listening to music, going for walks, and occasionally baking. I rec...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Kawasaki-shi, Japan
Female, 35

Hi! Thank you for visiting my page. I am a mom with two lovely children and two cats, and I love Disney. I am interested in snail mail and snack exchanges, and I would love to learn about your life, culture, and where you live, while sharing about mi...

Languages: Japanese, English

usagi38

  南足柄市, Japan
Female, 59

My hobbies are watching movies at theater, or take walks in nature.I have many pen pals in Japan.I love animals, and currently have a rabbit.

Languages: Japanese

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  Kanazawa, Japan
Female, 44

Hi everyone! Thank you for reading my page! I love reading(especially mystery), scrapbooking, cooking and doing yoga/ meditation. I have two kids so I am into kids’ picture books as well. Recently scrapbooking is a thing for me, I love collecti...

Languages: Japanese, English