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

KW 80

  Kyushu, Japan
Female, 45

I enjoy meeting new people and getting to know them—it is always interesting to hear their stories about how they got to where they are—but I prefer having a few deep, long-lasting friendships to just having millions of shallow, ephemeral connect...

Languages: Japanese, English, Russian

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  tokyo, Japan
Female, 37

I was born and raised in Tokyo, used to be a competitive swimmer. love outdoor activities, being the nature, and traveling.

Languages: Japanese, English

Ake

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 55

Hello. I'm married, no children, working at bakery as a part time. Love walking at the countryside, green & flowers,learning about froreign cultures. Primary interest is traveling(abroad & domestic)and lots more.

Languages: Japanese, English

masaki880109

  Japan
Male, 37

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

exuhezity

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 46

Hello there!I'm Japanese female.I'm interested in cultures, technology, music, watching movies, reading,etc.Let's talk about our everyday life and hobby!

Languages: Japanese, English, German

LoveParis

  Kobe, Japan
Male, 29

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

Nn6240

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 19

I’m a little shy person:)I like to listening to music, reading comic books, learning history and new languages, taking a walk, chattering with friends.

Languages: Japanese, English, German

WanderLearn

  Japan
Female, 38

Hi! It’s my first time registering on an international communication site.The reason I started Penpal is that I want to communicate with people from different countries and share knowledge and ideas in English.I studied literature at university, an...

Languages: Japanese, English

kyoro

  "shitamachi", Japan
Female, 40

Hi! I’m a serious and hardworking mom with an 11-year-old son, and we’re going through some challenges right now. He stopped going to school about a year and a half ago, so we’re doing homeschooling at the moment. I’d love to exchange ideas a...

Languages: Japanese, English

I am not AI

  Osaka, Japan
Female, 50

I am not AI, but I’d like to help you with your Japanese learning. I didn’t join this site for any romantic purposes. I’m a rather reserved person and a good listener. I enjoy pottery and love all kinds of music. I’ve forgotten much of my Eng...

Languages: Japanese, English