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

ammonite2020

  Kanagawa, Japan
Male, 53

I am looking for some nice pen pals who can share hobbies or interests with me. I am, not so much hardcore, but a literature fan. My favorite writers are Camus, Dostoevsky, Tolstoy, Lagerkvist. I don't know so much about the contemporary literature, ...

Languages: Japanese, English, French, Russian

kamy7

  suzuka, Japan
Male, 60

Every conversation is a chance to grow. I’m excited to learn from you!I am looking for people who are interested in exchanging messages, introducing local culture, and sharing ways of life. Try exchanging three messages—you can evaluate reliabili...

Languages: Japanese, English

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  Kobe, Japan
Female, 31

I like to communicate with new people. I’m interested in history and culture all over the world. I love art, travel, crochet and Pokémon (especially Pokémon Go and pokopia).

Languages: Japanese, English

Hibiscus0001

  Tokyo, Japan
Female, 29

Hello everyone! I’m a Japanese woman. I’ve been lived in Japan since I was born so if you want, I can tell you about Japan and my language. I’ve been learning English, French and German and so on, so if you don’t mind, I’m really happy if y...

Languages: Japanese, English, French, German

Prashani Senanayake

  Matsudo-shi Shin-matsudo, Japan
Female, 33

I’m a friendly, warm and easygoing person who enjoys meaningful conversations and getting to know people from different cultures. I love teaching, travelling, photography, music, fashion, shopping and exploring new places. I also enjoy spending tim...

Languages: English, Sinhalese

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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: Typical Japanese lunch

Kohaku

  Sakae-ku,Yokohama, Japan
Female, 50

I am rather introverted person who cherish my own time.But in the other hand, sometimes I need someone who can share something lovely, delicious foods or breathtaking landscapes with me:)In my free time, I like writing letters, reading the books ,pla...

Languages: English

hawkfalconer

  Oita city, Japan
Male, 55

I'm a ordinary man and a roofer, so I tile top of roofs everyday. Recently I'm learning English language at my free time. I can understand English But my speak is like 5 year old kids.

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Traditional roofs

hike1der

  Shizuoka, Japan
Female, 50

Hi, I am hike from Japan. I have a shy, kinda quirky, but friendly and loving temperament. I'm curious and fascinated by different cultures. I would enjoy hearing and giving updates on daily life. Any topics of abroad are fun for me I love learning ...

Languages: Japanese, English

Bloom Sakura

  Sendai, Japan
Female, 65

Im cheerful and positive. I live with my husband and a dog. I like rock music.Especially, my favorite are The Eagles and Cheap Trick . I like sewing.sometimes I make my clothes.

Languages: Japanese, English