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

masaki880109

  Japan
Male, 38

Hello.I am a Japanese man. My hobbies are watching movies, listening to music, and playing the guitar. I registered here to make friends. My English is not very good, so I would be happy if I can improve it by talking. If you are interested in learni...

Languages: Japanese, English

Bunkyo

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 25

Hi, I am university student living in Japan. I have leaned English for years but it's not perfect especially conversational English but I'll do my best. I'd like to make friends from all over the world and share cultures. I love watching films, cycli...

Languages: Japanese, English

okadaa

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 28

HI, I've graduated from univ and work as IT engineer! I have a great interest in history and literature of foreign countries. Also I love animals. I don't know how to describe myself but we will get to know each other while talking. Feel free to writ...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Yoshioka, Japan
Male, 54

Hello World! I'm here to find long-term international friends. I'm quiet, easy going, open-minded and thoughtful. I am a father of three kids. I like walking in nature, cycling, reading, learning English. My interests include astronomy, science, mat...

Languages: Japanese, English

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PenguinPenguin

  Japan, Japan
Female, 34

Hello,everyone! I want to make friends from all over the world. Just like the name, I love penguins. I collect penguin books, plushies, trinkets… basically anything penguin-related. I like watching movies and international dramas, reading books, an...

Languages: Japanese, English

Gog

  SOKA, Japan
Male, 26

i spend my day, traveling, working, going to the gym, running, playing games, and watching movies. im also interested to learn new hobbies. im a very straight forward person. and says what's on my mind. im in the path where i want to be a better pers...

Languages: English, Tagalog, Japanese

Shin4649

  Joyo, Japan
Male, 50

My name is Shin. I'm a man. I live in Kyoto. My hobbies are cars, listening to music, fishing and travelling. I am especially interested in restomods of old cars (JDM). I would like to exchange information with people who like cars overseas.

Languages: Japanese, English

Tomato Kev

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 43

Living in Japan for more than 10 years.Nothing please me more than traveling to those “power spot” like shrine and temple. Love: Tarot reading,Starry sky,Hot spring,Rainy days,Japanese food,Games, Music, Books.Dislike:Liars,Impolite people,Tororo...

Languages: English, Japanese, Cantonese

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

J.Katie

  Shiojiri-shi, Japan
Female, 54

I try to stay positive and enjoy learning new things. Even as a senior, I spent several months studying English in the UK in 2024. Learning English is something I can't give up because it helps me connect with people from around the world. I'm inter...

Languages: Japanese, English