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

Tomato Kev

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 43

Living in Japan for more than 10 years.Nothing please me more than traveling to those “power spot” like shrine and temple. Love: Tarot reading,Starry sky,Hot spring,Rainy days,Japanese food,Games, Music, Books.Dislike:Liars,Impolite people,Tororo...

Languages: English, Japanese, Cantonese

Peas

  Japan
Female, 49

I am calm, gentle and love animals and nature. I like to relax in the quiet nature such as a farm or going for a walk and find cute little flowers and beautiful birds.

Languages: Japanese, English

Takuro

  Tokyo, Japan
Male, 28

Hi! I’m TaK. I am interested in various cultures and want to know and understand different countries. I also like to hear the lifestyle and the story of people. On my days off I like to read, go to the gym, learn new things and watch football games...

Languages: Japanese, English

Solo_Pete

  Yokohama, Japan
Male, 56

Hi! I’m Pete. A British man from the south-west of England. I've been living in Japan for over 28 years. I love to travel around Japan in my car, camping, hiking, taking photos, and writing. I enjoy talking about my interests, about books, Britain,...

Languages: English, Japanese

Yokohama sunrise

  TOKYO, Japan
Male, 46

I live in a residential suburban city of Tokyo.I have various pleasures in my life.Above all,I like traveling and gardening.I have experienced a lot of activities in the past of my life.I have visited 43 prefectures of Japan and 12 overseas countries...

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Tokyo Sky Deck

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

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  Akita, Japan
Female, 43

I live in a rural town in Japan. I sometimes spend time relaxing in nature and sometimes go fishing.I am interested in Japanese manga and anime, and my hobby is drawing illustrations of them with my daughter.I want to communicate at our own pace and ...

Languages: Japanese, English

Cultural Keepsake: Protecting Cute Rabbit

Loudmouth

  Osaka, Japan
Male, 55

Positive for everything. I am believer of saying there is a will, there is a way. I love meeting new friends from all over the world.I believe I am introvert. So far no one admits so.

Languages: Japanese, English, Mandarin, Thai

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  Kakuda, Japan
Female, 24

Nice to meet you!:) My friends often tell me that I am very diligence , yet I am humorous and make people laugh a lot. And, 'Since when did you become a treasure hunter?' and that an eccentric with curiosity and energy to the point of being prodd...

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