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

maremareee

  Ishinomaki, Japan
Female, 23

Hi!I’m an introverted and shy person, but also very curious about the world.I love both deep conversations and small, everyday things like what you noticed on a walk or something that made you smile that day.I’m into fashion and thrift shopping, ...

Languages: Japanese, English, Mandarin, French

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

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  Fujisawa, Japan
Female, 50

I am a quiet and stable person. I like reading. I also like music. I play the piano. Most of time I spend watching dramas or reading on weekends. Having coffee at a cafe makes me relaxed. I want to know different cultures and communicate with many pe...

Languages: Japanese, English

Minamo23

  Toyota-city, Japan
Female, 30

Hi there! I love reading books and exploring delicious food. I’ve also been studying Korean for about two years now. I have a huge soft spot for cute paper goods and stationery from all over the world. I’d be thrilled if we could exchange small g...

Languages: Japanese, Korean

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  Naha, Japan
Male, 50

Very open and outgoing! A positive person I love to smile! Love exploring izakaya, golf and driving. Into walking and swimming.

Languages: English

LoveParis

  Kobe, Japan
Male, 29

Hello, everyone. I am Japanese who is interested in East Asian culture and foods.Currently I am living in Kobe, Japan, but I used to live in the United Kingdom and France, as a student and a language lecturer respectively.I like reading books, cookin...

Languages: English, Japanese, French

mailetter

  Aichi, Japan
Female, 50

I'm interested in learning about different cultures, traditions, and lifestyles from around the world. I enjoy discovering local foods and cooking styles. I love learning new things and listen to most stories with interest. I enjoy sharing my thought...

Languages: Japanese, English

Lynn_JPN

  Ask me, Japan
Female, 38

Hello friends ! I'm japanese woman in my 30s and consider myself I'm pretty laid back and talkative. Born and raised in the USA , and now living in Japan. Love to watch drama , workout , dine out , language learning through drama and podcasts.seeking...

Languages: English, Japanese

skydivejp

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 40

I am bit introverted but not shy. Love nature and to enjoy life. On the other hand, I also enjoy reading.

Languages: German, English, Japanese

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  Saiki city, Japan
Female, 71

Hi!I am Japanese living in a small lovely town in the south of Japan.I live near the sea.I like to make many friends from all over the world.I like to exchange emails and the snail mails.My hobbies are films (movies), reading books, listening to musi...

Languages: Japanese, English