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

Hsiaojiiia

  Ogori Shi, Japan
Female, 35

Something about me * love traveling * embroidery, sewing beginner * antiques hunting at flea market * vintage clothes lover * horse lover *Impressionist art lover *reading books

Languages: Mandarin, Taiwanese, English, Japanese

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  Sapporo, Japan
Male, 22

I am currently living in Hokkaido, Japan. I enjoy quiet places where I can read books and relax. I also like traveling alone and discovering new places at my own pace.I am studying Japanese minority cultures at university, and I am especially interes...

Languages: Japanese, English

sasuke skb

  Miyazaki, Japan
Male, 18

Hello, my name is Sasuke!. I love electronic music -especially electronica, ambient, and dance music. My favorite artists are Aphex Twin and Daft Punk.I'm also really into computers and technology.I'm not very good at English, so I use a translator s...

Languages: Japanese, English

DoremiSakura

  Kasukabe, Japan
Female, 65

Hello!I am a friendly and curious person who enjoys meeting people from different cultures.My hobbies include writing letters with a fountain pen, reading books, watching movies, watching baseball, and listening to bird songs.In my free time, I enjoy...

Languages: Japanese, English, German

charo1212

  sakado, Japan
Female, 51

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

ballad

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 26

Hi! I was brought up in both England and Japan. I'm a constantly curious person who loves to learn. I’m dedicated to music, although not as a profession. I couldn’t live without the greatest masterpieces; often I'm moved by simply hearing my fav...

Languages: English, Japanese, Swedish, Spanish

Risa Y

  Mure, ​Mitaka-shi, Japan
Female, 21

Hi, I’m Risa! Currently I live in TokyoLearning English & loving the journey.Always curious, always exploring!Give me everything colorful and cuteI love romance movies and horror movies!Lately, I love watching Drew Barrymore movies the most!

Languages: Japanese

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

Itsmee

  藤沢市, Japan
Female, 32

Hello! I’m from Japan and I enjoy learning about different cultures and everyday life around the world.I’m a calm person who likes peaceful and genuine conversations. I enjoy comedy, funny stories, and people who can laugh about small everyday th...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Japan
Female, 30

I’m a quiet person and usually prefer being alone to being in groups. I enjoy walks, music, piano, and tea time, whether at a café or at home. Letter-writing is healing for me and gives me time to reflect. I want to keep my heart sincere, pure, an...

Languages: Japanese, English