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

Takuro

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 28

Hi! I’m TaK. I am interested in various cultures and want to know and understand different countries. I also like to hear the lifestyle and the story of people. On my days off I like to read, go to the gym, learn new things and watch football games...

Languages: Japanese, English

WanderLearn

  Japan
Female, 38

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

f400k87

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 57

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

Escher

  Kawasaki, Japan
Female, 35

e4w5 on the never ending quest to make sense of everything - or at least something. As a teen, I had several pen-ships, now I miss the intimacy and personality of letters, and came to romanticize the idea of a far-away friendship. Definitely one of t...

Languages: German, English, Japanese

Linasan

  Kyoto, Japan
Female, 29

I am a very self conscious person and i dont talk to much people when face to face, a little shy and also i like being helpful to people, i spend my time watching some interesting movie or reading a book, I don’t like going out much i am a introver...

Languages: Nepalese, English, Japanese, Hindi

Lovegood

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 24

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

Nemophila

  Mihama, Japan
Female, 71

I always want to be cheerful and upbeat, but sometimes I feel anxious and depressed. At times like that, receiving someone's email cheers me up. I'm looking for an email friend who I can talk to about anything casually. I like gardening, reading, and...

Languages: Japanese, English

Solo_Pete

  Yokohama, Japan
Male, 56

Hi! I’m Pete. A British man from the south-west of England. I've been living in Japan for over 28 years. I love to travel around Japan in my car, camping, hiking, taking photos, and writing. I enjoy talking about my interests, about books, Britain,...

Languages: English, Japanese

Loudmouth

  Osaka, Japan
Male, 55

Positive for everything. I am believer of saying there is a will, there is a way. I love meeting new friends from all over the world.I believe I am introvert. So far no one admits so.

Languages: Japanese, English, Mandarin, Thai

neola

  Yokohama, Japan
Female, 19

I love talking about historical things, philosophical things that makes you wonder about human behaviours. But in general I love meeting new people and their new ideas!! Please let me know who you are and I believe we all have something in common!

Languages: English, Japanese