Learn to Speak Japanese : Language Exchange via Email, Text Chat and Voice and Video Chat

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Language Exchange via Email, Text Chat and Voice and Video Chat

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Learn to Speak Japanese

Language Exchange via Email, Text Chat and Voice and Video Chat


Learn Japanese online by practicing with a native speaker who is learning your language. Write or speak Japanese online to improve grammar or conversation.

A language exchange complements other forms of learning such as classroom, cultural immersion and multimedia, because you get to practice all that you have learned with native speakers in a safe and supportive environment.

The Basics
What is a language exchange?
Why do a language exchange?
How to do a language exchange?
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...one of  "the best ways to learn a foreign language."

- The Wall Street Journal

Advantages of language exchange learning include:
  • Learning the real Japanese language (slang, expressions, etc.) used by ordinary native speakers
  • Getting accustomed to the way native speakers speak in real (casual) Japanese conversation
  • Making a friend in the Japanese-speaking culture.
Language exchange learning is also inexpensive because we provide free tips and conversation lesson plans that allow you to do a language exchange on your own.

For more advantages, please see why do a language exchange.

What You Can Do Here

Here at MyLanguageExchange.com, you can
  • Find Japanese-speaking language exchange partners.
  • Practice your Japanese by writing emails (pen pals).
  • Practice written conversation using text chat.
  • Practice speaking using voice and video chat.
We provide free, helpful guidelines and tips on how to do a language exchange, as well as free lesson plans designed by an expert in language exchange learning. The activities are fun so you can easily "break the ice" with your new learning partner and get effective practice.

In short, you have everything you need to practice and learn Japanese via a language exchange.


Email, Text Chat or Voice and Video Chat?

The type of exchange that is right for you depends on your proficiency level in Japanese and your learning goals. Find out which type of language exchange is right for you.


Before Practicing

Before you begin practicing, please read the free guideline, How To Do A Language Exchange for hints on doing an effective language exchange.


Find a Partner Now

Find a Japanese language exchange partner now, and have fun!

Find a  Japanese-speaking Partner
Your native language:

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Our Newest Japanese-speaking Members

Here are 20 of our most recent Japanese-speaking members that could become your partner.

To view all registered Japanese native speakers, please click here.
Click on a name for more information or to contact the member.
Name Country
(City)
Native Language Practicing Language Description

person Tomo
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Japan)
Japanese
English
I have worked in American corporation since last year. I would like to improve my English skills for communicating with my colleagues and customers smoothly. I like reading and watching movies. I am interested in about politics and philosophy. translate

person Kotomi
February 27, 2026
United States
(Wichita Falls, Texas)
Japanese
English
Hi, my name is Kotomi. I grew up beautiful island in Okinawa, Japan where people call there as Japan’s Hawaii. I describe myself, such as friendly and happy person. I had an opportunity to do a Japanese volunteer teacher for a few years and I rea..... translate

person yutaro
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Kobe)
Japanese
English
English
Russian
German
こんにちは、私は日本に住む大学生で す。 獣医師を目指しています。将 来的に留学して、海外の医療現場で経 験を積みたいと思っていて、そのため にもっと上手く外国語を扱えるように 勉強しています。 また、サッカー もフォワードとキーパーとしてプレー していて海外の選手と交流したいです 。 I want to be a veterinarian. A nd my first-choice college emphasizes foreign language. So I need to study lang..... translate

person Mariko
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Fukuoka)
Japanese
English
Chinese, Mandarin
French
Hello, I am Mariko. I have worked in Fukuoka for a long time. I was in Canada for 5 years as a student.It was 20 years ago,so I wanna brush up English skill. Meeting new people expand my own world. translate

person Saki
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Saitama)
Japanese
English
Hi. I’m married and have two kids. I’m learning English because I want to use it in my work someday. When I was a student of a university I learned Japanese education for foreigners, I quit it in the middle of the way though, but I’m interested in it..... translate

person Yu
February 27, 2026
United Kingdom
(Oxford)
Japanese
English
French
Hi! I’m a 24-year-old native Japanese speaker, currently in my second year living in Oxford. I speak English fluently (thanks to daily life and academic chaos), but I’d still love to keep practicing—there ’s always room to sound more natural, right? ..... translate

person MeNa
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
German
French
Spanish
Hola! and Hello ,Konnichiwa, I am a Japanese man who is interested in various culture in the world. I have been to many countries as well. It will be nice to talk about Japanese culture and society. I am interested in some languages as well. If you ..... translate

person Kana
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Korean
- Other -
- Other -
【Gold member until October 17】 Hi! I’m Kana, a woman in my late 30s from Tokyo, Japan. I’m learning English and Korean, and I’m looking for native speakers to practice speaking with. I’d also be happy to help anyone learning Japanese. I’m working..... translate

person Yukino
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Saitama (next to Tokyo))
Japanese
English
German
I’ve only studied for exams up until now, so I want to learn casual English that native speakers use through a penpal. I would also like to hear your stories, from small things to your dreams. Please tell me all about you! translate

person Miki
February 27, 2026
Japan
(九州)
Japanese
English
I have been learning English for five years but I don't have opportunity to use it I want to speak and lern it more and I can help you about Japanese if you want Please feel free to talk to me translate

person Taku
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Yokohama)
Japanese
English
Hello. I'm taku,37year old. I'm living in Yokohama. Pleas e someone teach me English.I can teach you Japanese. i’m not gold member translate

person たあこ taaaako
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Utsunomiya)
Japanese
English
Korean
やっぴー✩°。⋆⸜(ू。•ω•。) 안녕하세요! 저는 한국어를 공부중이에요! “””I’ m not going to go to Ireland。゚(。pдq。) ゚。 !!!!””” I want to practice English!! I want friends!!!! Hel lo I'm Japanese girl, 35 years old already and I’d lived in Nagano, Gunma, Tokyo and Hokkaid..... translate

person Amy
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Korean
Chinese, other
Chinese, Cantonese
Japanese female looking for a language exchange partner 🌏 Love traveling and watching international dramas on Netflix. I want to practice English and learn some Asian languages while sharing cultures and stories! translate

person Akihiro
February 27, 2026
Japan
(osaka)
Japanese
Russian
少し会話が出来る程度のロシア語を学 びたい。 translate

person Yuki
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
German
Swedish
I'm a gold member.I'm currently a medical student in Japan. My hobbies include making matcha and taking walks that are over 20,000 steps! My friends often tell me I'm like a 70-year-old grandpa. Even if you don't speak English, G..... translate

person yoshi
February 27, 2026
Japan
(tokyo)
Japanese
English
German
Norwegian
Hi, I am Yoshi, and from Tokyo, Japan. I'm studying English. I would like to improve my English skills. I'm also interested in Germanic languages, and I especially like the Scandinavian languages. I hope I can find nice language exchange ..... translate

person Kani
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Kobe)
Japanese
English
Hi there. I'm Kani. I'm Japanese and learning English! I want to improve my speaking skills. I can help you learn Japanese, but I'm not a teacher so I might not explain that. I wanna understand contents in English and talk fluently ..... translate

person Yoshi
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Osaka)
Japanese
English
Korean
Spanish
Hello, My name is Yoshi, studying English, Spanish and Korean. I’m interested in other country’s cultures, foods and languages. I’m a Japanese native speaker so if any of you interested in Japanese, I can help you. I look forward to hearing from yo..... translate

person Mocha
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Saitama)
Japanese
English
Polish
Russian
German
😊 I've joined as a Gold Member for one year✌️ Nice to meet you 🐱ᩚ😺 🐾 I'm mainly hoping to make friends with people from Europe 🏰 Of course, anyone from anywhere in the world is more than welcome! Age, gender, nationality, and..... translate

person Neco
February 27, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Spanish
Italian
Swiss German
I was originally a secretary to the Government. I then switched jobs to a human resources position in the private sector, and now I work in the private sector as a human resources professional. I 'm open minded person, and very social. I want ..... translate

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