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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  Saiki city, Japan
Female, 71

I am Japanese living in a small lovely town near the sea in the south of Japan.My town is very beautiful with many lovely cherry blossoms in spring, and autumn is an another beautiful season.I like to make many friends from all over the world.I like ...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Hachinohe, Japan
Female, 66

I am a Japanese woman. I lived in Saitama, near Tokyo, for a long time, but several years ago I returned to my hometown Hachinohe City, Aomori Prefecture, to care for my parents. I currently run a franchise children's English school from my home and ...

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: My Hometown Hachinohe

RedRabbit

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 29

INTJ Japanese.I'm a language teacher in Japan for Japanese kids.I like Switzerland, Russia, Denmark, German, Italy, Belgium, France, UK, while Europe, but of course other countries especially China, Canada, etc.Language interest: English (British)Hob...

Languages: Japanese, English, Russian, Danish

gustave kun

  Shinmeidai, Hamura-shi, Japan
Unspecified, 53

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

YocchirollianMarya

  Iwakuni, Japan
Female, 47

I'm a fickle person ... But , once I become obsess in something , I become attached to it . I've been obsessing about Japanese history of World War II before , during and after World War IIever since I was a little girl . I'm interested in swap lette...

Languages: Japanese, English

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

Konomi

  天童市, Japan
Female, 45

I was born and raised in Japan and have never been abroad. I hope to travel someday. I usually do light tasks five days a week. I’m shy and quiet, but I become very talkative around people I’m close to. I’m also currently in a relationship. My ...

Languages: Japanese, English

Shadi24

  kitami, Japan
Female, 24

I consider myself a helpful and positive person. I enjoy trying out new foods, traveling, and taking photos of beautiful views. During my spare time, I like reading books, staying active, and chatting with friends. I am always happy to learn new thin...

Languages: Sinhalese, Japanese

sh1h0

  Kakuda, Japan
Female, 25

Hello :) My friends often tell me that I am very diligent, yet I am humorous and make people laugh a lot. They ask, "Since when did you become a treasure hunter?" and call me eccentric because of my curiosity and boundless energy. I teach children pr...

Languages: Japanese, English

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