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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zousuu

  Kita city, Japan
Male, 20

I’m a fairly calm and reflective person, and I usually enjoy quieter things like books, films, and TV series. I’m currently studying in Japan and still getting used to life here, so even ordinary days can feel a little new to me.Most days, I stud...

Languages: Mandarin, Japanese, English

Satoru

  Kahoku, Japan
Male, 61

Hello everyone, I am Satoru, a 54 years old guy from Japan. And I am an amateur entomologist. I love to study insect form.

Languages: Japanese, English

Mikkey

  Izumo, Japan
Female, 52

I’d describe myself as happy, easy-going, and down-to-earth. I used to look for excitement when I was younger, but over time, I’ve learned to appreciate inner peace more. I enjoy watching movies, listening to EDM. I also try to cook healthy meals...

Languages: Japanese, English

Satsuki11

  Minato-ku, Japan
Female, 47

I have an introverted personality, but I am interested in various cultures and ways of thinking. I enjoy writing. I am currently studying English, so I would like to correspond with someone who doesn't mind if my English isn't perfect. If you are int...

Languages: Japanese, English

Konomi

  Japan
Female, 46

Hi! I’m looking for snail mail penpals to build genuine, long-lasting friendships (long and chatty letters are especially welcome!), but email-only communication is also fine. I was born and raised in Japan, and I've never been abroad. I usually do...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Kobe, Japan
Female, 62

Hello. I am a woman living in Kobe, Japan. I live with my husband and a black cat. I work full time and am busy with work during the week, but on weekends I enjoy listening to music and reading books. I also like to travel abroad, either alone or wit...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Kyoto, Japan
Female, 48

Hello. I live in Kyoto and work full-time on rotating shifts at a small women’s clothing store inside a shopping center in Osaka. Since we welcome many tourists from both Japan and abroad, I’d like to improve my English communication skills. I’...

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Typical Japanese lunch

Cuts

  Sasebo, Japan
Male, 51

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

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  Kobe, Japan
Male, 30

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

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