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

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yoneko

  Japan
Female, 36

I used to exchange postcards, but I stopped doing so due to life changes, such as moving.I often spend my evenings playing games, but I would like to have other hobbies as well.I occasionally go through periods of persistent insomnia.Between work and...

Languages: Japanese, English, Czech

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  熊本市新町, Japan
Female, 43

My personality is cheerful, and I laugh a lot. My hobbies are penpalling, collecting stickers, traveling, and airplanes (watching and flying). I also love sweet foods and coffee.I work in an office on weekdays, so I enjoy taking walks to stay healthy...

Languages: Japanese, English

citrus48

  Nagoya, Japan
Female, 32

Hello! I live with my husband, two Shiba Inu dogs, and one cat. I'm always looking forward to fun things and trying new things! I love observing animals, watching baseball, and K-POP! I want to connect with lots of people! I'm looking for people to e...

Languages: Japanese

Takuro

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 29

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

Melody1224

  yokohama, Japan
Female, 63

Independent, positive, friendly. I’m interested in different culture, food. I like cooking, hiking, snorkeling, and exploring new places. Spending time and walking in the nature is the most comforting to me.

Languages: English, Japanese, French

Sidare

  Hokkaido, Japan
Female, 19

I am Japanere.I want to talk to foreign speaker.But,I can only speak English a little.My hobby is watching Japanere anime.Especially,Haikyu and Detective Conan.But,I like minor anime.Addition,I like playing piano.I've been learning piano since I was ...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  hikone, Japan
Female, 48

Nice to meet you. Hello. My name is yomogi.I am a Japanese living in Japan. I can only speak Japanese.I would like to exchange not only digitally, but also send postcards and paper letters to each other.His personality is optimistic and rather seriou...

Languages: Japanese

zousuu

  Kita city, Japan
Male, 20

I’m a fairly calm and reflective person, and I usually enjoy quieter things like books, films, and TV series. I’m currently studying in Japan and still getting used to life here, so even ordinary days can feel a little new to me.Most days, I stud...

Languages: Mandarin, Japanese, English

Ake

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 56

Hello. I'm married, no children, working at bakery as a part time. Love walking at the countryside, green & flowers,learning about froreign cultures. Primary interest is traveling(abroad & domestic)and lots more.

Languages: Japanese, English

Huimei

  Kobe, Japan
Female, 30

I'm from Japan and have a rather introverted personality. I enjoy shopping, working out, cycling, golf, guitar, tennis, and badminton, but my biggest passion is traveling. My dream is to travel around the world.

Languages: Japanese, English