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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  Japan
Female, 34

Hello!I live in Hiroshima, Japan, with my beloved husband, our three sons, and three cats.I've never travelled abroad, but I've always been curious about the world beyond Japan.Having lived all my life in Japan, a small island country, I'd love to le...

Languages: Japanese, English

nyrah

  Japan
Female, 27

I like watching movies and listening to music.I prefer calm people who respect personal space.I’m more into movies and general topics, so I don’t watch Japanese anime, so I’m not really into anime-related topics.

Languages: Japanese, English, Dutch

Mirai15

  南相馬市, Japan
Male, 18

I'm a quiet and introverted person. I enjoy movies, football, music, and learning about different countries and cultures. I usually spend my free time watching movies, listening to music, or studying English. I'd like to meet people from different ba...

Languages: English, Japanese

billrodgers

  中野区, Japan
Male, 68

my character is kind, gentle.because our mutual relation is based on such a good character. i suppose

Languages: English

Ayla 87

  Fukuoka, Japan
Female, 39

I am introverted yet friendly person who loves handicrafts, reading, and watching movies. Recently I’m reading the Miss Fortune Mystery series and am interested in the southern U.S culture.I don’t have one, but I love dogs.

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Kyoto, Japan
Female, 48

Hello. I live in Kyoto and work full-time on rotating shifts at a small women’s clothing store inside a shopping center in Osaka. Since we welcome many tourists from both Japan and abroad, I’d like to improve my English communication skills. I’...

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Wagashi, Japanese Confection

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  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 50

I am introverted but curious person. I enjoy spending time at home reading or watching movies, yet I also love traveling and learning about different cultures. I have a sweet tooth and one of my long time hobbies is baking. Also, I love being in natu...

Languages: English, Japanese

POMPOMPURIN3

  Kyoto, Japan
Female, 47

Hi! .I am married and we have two children.My hobbies are shopping, watching dramas and movies and writing letters.I like to write letters with cute stationery.I like collecting cute stationery, stickers and pens.It makes me happy feeling when I find...

Languages: Japanese, English, Korean

OHTAKI

  TOKYO, Japan
Male, 47

I live in the Tokyo metropolitan area. I love traveling, and although I used to visit many countries, I now mainly enjoy traveling within Japan. I grow various plants and vegetables in my garden. Because I like unusual plants, visiting botanical gard...

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Tokyo Sky Deck

TokyoGuy

  Shinagawa, Japan
Male, 66

Hello, my name is Toru. I live in Tokyo. I am retired. I like movies and music. I play the piano. I like to see musical at Broadway theatre. I like to go to beaches and mountains in summer. I like to travel overseas and make friends.

Languages: Japanese, English, German