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

S...H

  Tottori, Japan
Female, 38

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

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

Yuna_Oboe

  Anywhere, Japan
Female, 18

Hi! I'm Yuna from Japan. MBTI: INFJ-T I play the Oboe, English Horn, Piano and Kalimba. I love classical music! Shostakovich,Saens,Ravel,Debussy:D I'm planning to go to a music college. I really love to draw girls with watercolor and sketch. I'm in...

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Japanese temples

Tessa150

  Nogata, Japan
Female, 29

I am mildly autistic, and communication — not just verbal, but in general — isn’t my strongest point. I often find it hard to express what I feel in words, but I do my best, and I’ve found that drawing helps me say what I can’t easily put i...

Languages: Japanese, English, Italian, Polish

Sssw

  Morigayamacho1, Yokkaichi city, Japan
Female, 30

Hi! Nice to meet you. My name is Sakura.I’m from Japan.I enjoy crochet, cooking, and taking walks.I’m looking for pen pals for language exchange and cultural sharing.I would love to write about daily life, hobbies, and anything we find interestin...

Languages: Japanese, English, Finnish

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  Naha, Japan
Female, 31

Hi! I'm from Japan. Japanese is my native language but I also know English. I have two cats and two dogs. I love exchanging letters!I'm working most of the time but on my free time, I love reading letters, looking at photography and listening to ...

Languages: Japanese, English

Xkdlzl_s2

  Oita, Japan
Female, 18

Hi! I am student from Japan. I am interested in music especially in J-POP and K-POP!I like to eat. If you have favorite foods of your area, I would like to hear! I want to talk with many people with fun!I have been studying in English. So please talk...

Languages: Japanese

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  Naha, 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

f400k87

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 56

I'm hoping to find a friendly chat partner to share thoughts, stories, and just talk about life. I enjoy open and relaxed conversations on all kinds of topics.

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