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

chloemeow

  yokohama, Japan
Female, 57

I consider myself a positive-thinking and sociable person. I work full-time and often go to the cinema after work.I love stationery, beautiful paper, and cats. I'm currently enjoying Post Crossing. There's something romantic about receiving a letter ...

Languages: Japanese, English, Korean

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

harup

  Wako, Japan
Female, 24

Hi!I'm university student in Japan.I like writing,drawing(just doodles)and listening to music(electronic,dance,techno,indie..)I was in New Zealand for six months, but my English is still not good.If you don't mind,Let's do penpal!I would be happy if ...

Languages: Japanese, 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

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  Kawasaki-shi, Japan
Female, 35

Hi! Thank you for visiting my page. I am a mom with two lovely children and two cats, and I love Disney. I am interested in snail mail and snack exchanges, and I would love to learn about your life, culture, and where you live, while sharing about mi...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Machida, Narusegaoka, Japan
Female, 50

I have a deep affection for art and literature. I am particularly interested in classical Western art and am studying oil painting and drawing. I love animals and plants, and currently live with two cats. I have an introverted personality and often s...

Languages: Japanese

Cultural Keepsake: A birthday spent enjoying Enoshima with friends

Nishimura

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 29

I don't have any specific hobbies.I just enjoy reading books and playing games when I have time, and I'm interested in architecture. I'm a software engineer, but as artificial intelligence advances, I hope to pursue a career in architecture.I hope to...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Saiki city, Japan
Female, 71

Hi!I am Japanese living in a small lovely town in the south of Japan.I live near the sea.I like to make many friends from all over the world.I like to exchange emails and the snail mails.My hobbies are films (movies), reading books, listening to musi...

Languages: Japanese, English

Rikki_japan

  Sapporo, Japan
Male, 21

I’m a curious and easygoing person who enjoys staying active and positive. I love listening to music, whether it helps me relax or boosts my energy during the day. Exercising is also important to me because it keeps both my body and mind strong. Ba...

Languages: Japanese, English

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