Learn to Speak Japanese : 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 miya
December 25, 2025
United States
(Boston)
Japanese
English
French
I am a native Japanese living in USA for a long time. I am a reasonably educated individual, also I am considerate and kind. Japanese is my genuine native language but I think I am fairly good in English too. I am trying to learn French but if you w..... translate

person Mocha
December 25, 2025
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 mon
December 25, 2025
Japan
(tokyo)
Japanese
English
I play ow2, and sometimes make bad music. I can read most easy English on the internet, but I have never spoken in English. I want to learn English for everyday life, especially. 日本語 はちゃんと話せます! translate

person Yuuta
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Nagoya)
Japanese
Korean
English
Hello! I am Yuuta. 15 years old. I am practicing English,, but also just want a foreign friend! Feel free to message me. translate

person YUTO
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Osaka City)
Japanese
English
English
German
- Other -
- Other -
First of all, thank you for reading my profile. Please feel to contact to me as I'm gold. Making some friend is my focuses to be here I cherish any possibility to learn different cultures and customs with local sense. Along with it, I'd..... translate

person Erica
December 25, 2025
United States
(Los Angeles)
English
Japanese
Italian
Japanese
I used to live in Italy for a few years, but still didn’t learn to speak Italian fluently. I just know A2 level. My interests are cooking, baking, yoga, boxing for fitness, hiking, traveling, animals and nature, having deep conversations…I am not a g..... translate

person Yuki
December 25, 2025
United Kingdom
(London)
Japanese
English
Hello. My name is Yuki. I'm originally from Japan and working in London. I'm looking for a language exchange partner to help me improve my English speaking fluency and confidence, especially for daily conversations. In return, I’d be happy..... translate

person souther
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Osaka)
Japanese
English
Hello,everyone. I live in Osaka, Japan. I'm an introvert but open minded person. I like cycling, reading detective stories,playing guitar while singing,travelin g,etc. Anyone who wants to learn Japanese or wants to know more about Japanese cult..... translate

person NR
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Portuguese
Arabic, other
Japanese
I am a designer working in Tokyo, originally from Osaka and grew up in Kyoto. In my free time, I love to enjoy outdoor activities. I also like to learn new languages and meet new people; I just started studying Portuguese! - Japanese: Native Engl.... . translate

person Hazuki
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Kobe)
Japanese
English
Hi :) My name is Hazuki and I'm 23 years old. I’m learning English (especially British English) as a native Japanese speaker. I'm looking forward to seeing someone to improve our target languages through sharing our daily lives with. Pl..... translate

person Naimi
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
German
Spanish
Italian
Hello. こんにちは。My native language is Japanese. I like traveling, reading books like history and watching sports. I am interested in various culture and languages in the word . Please send me your message. Thank you and どうもありがとう translate

person HIRO
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Kanagawa)
Japanese
Italian
Ciao. Sto studiando italiano. Sono stato in Italia diverse volte e sono interessato alla cultura, al cibo, alla musica e alla gente italiana. Sto studiando italiano perché mi piacerebbe visitare di nuovo le città italiane un giorno. Apprezz erei i..... translate

person beautiful sunday
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
French
English
- Other -
Hi, nice to meet you! I lived in several countries, but now I live in Tokyo, Japan. I like music, movies, having nice meals with wine, reading, playing the piano, swimming, pilates, travel, etc. I plan to have a trip to Paris this September. ... .. translate

person Ryosuke
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hi! I live in Tokyo and my hobby is going to the gym. I’m a total beginner in English, but I’m looking for someone to study with. I’m also happy to help you practice Japanese! Let’s learn together! By the way, I usually use the name ryosuke.1108 ..... translate

person Yuki
December 25, 2025
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 Ema
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
French
- Other -
J’aimerais communiquer avec des Français qui s’intéressent à la culture Japonaise et à l’esprit Japonais uniques qui se distinguent clairement des autres pays Asiatiques, , et qui étaient très longtemps préservés dans l'archipel isolé par la m..... translate

person Daisuke
December 25, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hi there, my name is Daisuke. I am a Japanese, born and raised in Osaka, currently living in Tokyo. I love watching movies, playing squash, and walking scenic trails such as shoreline in Japan. I also like taking friends for a small tour around T..... translate

person ルカの福音書: 二十二:三十四
December 25, 2025
United Kingdom
(Jerusalem)
English
Japanese
Japanese
English
「残念ですが、はっきり言います。明 日の朝、鶏が鳴くまでに、あなたは三 度、わたしを知らないと言うでしょう 。」 ただし、愛する友よ、君 はすでに許されています。 translate

person Andrew
December 25, 2025
Japan
(東京)
Spanish
English
Japanese
Swedish
Chinese, Mandarin
French
Japanese
Korean
Hello :) I would love to continue learning new languages ​​to be able to communicate with more amazing people around the world! A little background story about my life. I grew up speaking English, Spanish and Swedish from a very early age due..... translate

person L.
December 25, 2025
United Arab Emirates
(Abu Dhabi)
Japanese
Arabic, Middle Eastern
Interested in studying Khaleej Arabic! translate

Click here to view all Japanese-speaking members.
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