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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  平塚市, Japan
Female, 36

I'm a gentle and kind to amimals. I like watch movies reading very widely. And trip abroad, too.My job is nurse so irregular daily. I wantto improve my English and learn culture of overseas. So I want to friend of the world.

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Miki, Japan
Male, 25

Hi! I was born in Japan, and I studied abroad in Canada before. I really love the beautiful nature and friendly people there. Next year, I’m going back to there for the first time in 8 years, and I’m really excited about it! My hobby is working o...

Languages: Japanese, English

nomadfriend

  Kyoto, Japan
Male, 25

I’m a friendly and curious person who enjoys learning new things and meeting people from different cultures. I like technology, movies, music, gaming, and exploring interesting ideas. In my free time, I enjoy working on creative projects, improving...

Languages: Japanese, English

charo1212

  sakado, Japan
Female, 51

My hobby is playing the cello. I used to be in an amateur orchestra. I've played a lot of German symphonies. Now I find songs I like on YouTube and play the cello alone in my room. This also includes many classical pieces from Germany and Central Eur...

Languages: Japanese, German, English

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

Loudmouth

  Osaka, Japan
Male, 55

Positive for everything. I am believer of saying there is a will, there is a way. I love meeting new friends from all over the world.I believe I am introvert. So far no one admits so.

Languages: Japanese, English, Mandarin, Thai

Tanutanuki

  大阪府堺市, Japan
Female, 24

I’m a friendly and curious person who enjoys learning about different cultures and meeting new people. One of my favorite hobbies is cooking. I like trying new recipes, especially Japanese dishes, but I’m always interested in learning recipes fro...

Languages: Japanese, English

chiko28

  南城市, Japan
Female, 56

I live in Okinawa, Japan. I love animals and have cats, a dog, an axolotl, and medaka fish. I’m studying English because I hope to travel overseas someday. My English is not very good yet, but I’m doing my best. I would love to make friends with ...

Languages: Japanese

usagi38

  南足柄市, Japan
Female, 59

My hobbies are watching movies at theater, or take walks in nature.I have many pen pals in Japan.I love animals, and currently have a rabbit.

Languages: Japanese

sasane

  namerikawa, Japan
Female, 51

I'm mom of 3.and teacher of nursery school.im looking for some snailmail pals who love cute stationary cute letter papper.

Languages: Japanese, English