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

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

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

charo1212

  sakado, Japan
Female, 50

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

WanderLearn

  Japan
Female, 38

Hi! It’s my first time using an international communication site. I didn’t start Penpal just to practice English, but because I’m curious about how people from different countries think — about life, culture, work, and values. I studied liter...

Languages: Japanese, English

wosawosa

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 22

Hello. I have an extroverted and an introverted side, and while I can communicate with people without being afraid, I also think too much about various things. My friends often say that I’m like a retired father. My hobbies are making Matcha and ta...

Languages: Japanese, English, German, Swedish

iamcoco

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 25

Hi there :)I like traveling, exploring new places and making friends from all around the world.Please feel free to contact me. I’d be happy to talk to you!

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Yoshioka, Japan
Male, 54

Hello World! I'm here to find long-term international friends. I'm quiet, easy going, open-minded and thoughtful. I am a father of three kids. I like walking in nature, cycling, reading, learning English. My interests include astronomy, science, mat...

Languages: Japanese, English

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Mimyyy

  Mitaka, Japan
Female, 20

Hi ! I'm currently an exange student living in Japan for a year. I love nature travelling, music, and so much more. My favorite artists are wave to earth, NCT (especially wish and 127), Snow strippers, Malice Mizer ! I usually do a lot of craft thing...

Languages: French, English, Japanese, Gujrati

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  Kita city, Japan
Male, 19

I’m a calm and gentle person who enjoys spending time with books, films and TV series. I’m currently studying in Japan and still getting used to life here, so every day feels a little new to me. Most days I study Japanese, watch movies or dramas,...

Languages: Mandarin, Japanese, English

Solinelle

  Suginami-ku, Japan
Female, 64

I’m often told I’m kind and lively. I adore nature and enjoy light hiking on my days off.While working at a company, I'm kept busy by three budgies and occasionally do graphic design work.Reading before bed is my blissful time.I wish to learn Eng...

Languages: Japanese, English, French