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

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

YUSUKE1985

  Susono, Japan
Male, 40

Hello, I live in Japan.I have been studying English.I like to enhance my language skills. I’m looking forward to meet you.

Languages: Japanese, English

Sinobu

  Saijo-shi, Japan
Male, 38

I'm really interested in the culture, social, and lifestyle of the many countries. I would like to learn new cultures. I love to learn and discover new things.I would like to get to know new people who come from many other country. I’m good at call...

Languages: Japanese, English

manjyu

  Chichibu, Japan
Male, 66

Hi, I am a Japanese. I am interested in reading history and philosophy. I try to read them in English. I have been running from I was teenager till now, not all the time but ups and downs. I want to see the people who let me know the things I haven�...

Languages: Japanese, English

Penparu

  Kanazawa, Japan
Male, 21

Things I appreciate: Good music, books, and my cats. Things I do not appreciate: How my life is going, the state of our world, and all the chaos that my cats bring. I’m here to improve my English, social skills and most importantly, simply to enjoy...

Languages: Japanese, English

yukuko

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 38

Hello,everyone.I'm little shy.However,I'm interested in another country culture.I'm not familiar with pop-culture.I'm interesting to real life.I like reading books.I like mystery,history,andnon-fiction.I have little son and daughter.I start to study ...

Languages: Japanese, English, French

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  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 46

Hello, nice to meet you! I'm from Germany, living in Japan, and I feel at home in both countries. I enjoy time spent in scenic places, Japanese gardens, museums and exhibitions, listening to music, chatting with friends & family, and trying my hands ...

Languages: German, English, Japanese, French

Rosy.A

  Japan
Female, 51

Hi! I live in Japan. Traveling is my passion — I love exploring big cities and the countryside, both in Japan and abroad. I especially enjoy the countryside, where I feel I can learn more about each country’s traditions. My goal is to travel over...

Languages: Japanese, English, French

Mi385

  Kumamoto, Japan
Female, 35

I'm Japanese girl who loves cats, traveling, studying language and cultures of foreign countries. I like watching movie as well. I study English and Spanish.I've been to Hawaii, England, Finland, and Mexico. I love to have experiences a lot in my tri...

Languages: Japanese, English, Spanish

Inspector34

  Minato, Japan
Male, 48

Thanks for checking out my profile! Born and raised on the East Coast of the U.S., I've been living in Tokyo for nearly twenty years. When not working, I spend entire days exploring Tokyo on foot, sketching for hours, playing video games when I can't...

Languages: English, Japanese