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

Maria Camille

  Kofu, Japan
Female, 26

Hey, I'm Millie. I will not say much in here until we get connected. If you want to know more about me. That depends...

Languages: Tagalog, English, Japanese

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

sakuranbo

  Japan
Female, 18

Hii! I'm a bit shy,but I like talking.My hobbies are listening to music,reading books and traveling.I sometimes go shopping in Tokyo on weekends because you can find a little of everything there.I'm a high school student now and I'll be a university ...

Languages: Japanese, English

Minamo23

  Ekakushinmachi 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

Yuki88

  Funabashi, Japan
Female, 30

I am not a sociable person and prefer being alone to being in a group. I like walking, listening to music, playing the piano and drinking tea in cafés or at home. I also like to write letters in this way, which is a healing process for me. I hope to...

Languages: Japanese, English

Lemonade NJ

  Kiyose, Japan
Female, 48

I'm writing this in search of some pen pals, or friends ( if possible ). I'm in my late 40s, and have had a great interest in penlaling since I was a child. I also love anything to do with art. I find joy in Japanese calligraphy, painting, drawing, k...

Languages: English, Japanese

kimchi_sausage

  Kobe, Japan
Male, 45

I am Korean, but I currently live in Japan. My personality is somewhat introverted, and I have a strong intellectual curiosity. I lean towards logical thinking and am also rational. My interests include basic math, gravity, brain science, and origins...

Languages: Japanese, Korean, English, German

gustave kun

  Shinmeidai, Hamura-shi, Japan
Unspecified, 52

I absolutely love mascot characters like Moomin, Pingu, and Shaun the Sheep. In my free time, I enjoy reading, especially fantasy, science fiction, and horror. I'm a big fan of Martha Wells's The Murderbot Diaries series. I'm also a great admirer of ...

Languages: Japanese, English

TokyoGuy

  Shinagawa, Japan
Male, 66

Hello, my name is Toru. I live in Tokyo. I am retired. I like movies and music. I play the piano. I like to see musical at Broadway theatre. I like to go to beaches and mountains in summer. I like to travel overseas and make friends.

Languages: Japanese, English, German

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