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

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Learn to Speak Japanese

Language Exchange via Email, Text Chat and Voice 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 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 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!

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Our Newest Japanese-speaking Members

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

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Click on a name for more information or to contact the member.
Name Country
(City)
Native Language Practicing Language Description

person Raita
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
I am a sixteen year old boy living in Tokyo . My mother tongue is Japanese, and I have been learning English for almost four years. I like watching anime, listening to music, and reading books. I am interested in other languages, and I hope to kno..... translate

person Taka
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Wakayama)
Japanese
Icelandic
Norwegian
Swedish
Danish
I'm Japanese man. I live in Japan.I want to learn foreign cultures and expand my view. I like traveling ,gardening ,nature. translate

person Maki
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Hyogo)
Japanese
English
I want to study English and make lots of friends! It will be able to gain my values ​​and more knowledge😊 My hobby is running, badminton, workout! I like watching movies and listen music I also like to discover new things and explore the city! ..... translate

person Yoshir0
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Shizuoka)
Japanese
English
English
Chinese, Mandarin
Hello, I'm Yoshiro. I'm a married 49-year-old design engineer. My hobbies are playing music instrument and traveling. I want to improve my English skills by teaching Japanese in English. Of course, we also chat about each other's lif..... translate

person Jimin
February 19, 2025
South Korea
(Sejong)
Korean
Japanese
English
German
Hi My name is Jimin (지민) and now I am 33 year's old in korea. My favorite things are Hiking, Walking, take photos, studying, cooking, eating, drawing.! I want to study English ! Could you please teach me English? And I wish make good friends..... translate

person Ayako
February 19, 2025
Japan
(東京)
Japanese
English
I live in Tokyo. I’ve been studying English for a long time but my speaking skill is not good. So I’d like to find friends who can practice speaking with me. I like exercising, watching series and YouTube, eating and drinking. Haha. translate

person janice
February 19, 2025
Singapore
(滨海湾地区)
Japanese
Malay (Bahasa Malaysia)
Chinese, Mandarin
Swedish
Japanese
Icelandic
English
Hello, my name is Janice. I hope to learn English, Belgian, Italian, Austrian, Danish, Norwegian, Swedish, Luxembourgish, French, German, etc. I can teach you Mandarin and Malay. I hope we can become friends or learn languages ​​as a teacher and stud..... translate

person Hannes
February 19, 2025
Germany
(Stuttgart)
Chinese, Mandarin
English
Japanese
German
Hallo! My name is Hannes, I move from Peking, China to Stuttgart recently and try to find a job in Germany. I used to be a Germanistik student from 2013-2017, then learned German again from March to July 2024 and reached level B2. After arriving in S..... translate

person Mocha
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Polish
Russian
German
😖I am not a gold member😔 🐱ᩚN ice to meet you😺 I would like to have a European friend🏰 I would like to build great friendships with each other🤝 Current ly I am especially interested in Slavic languages and cultures. But I want good friends ..... translate

person Miro
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
German
Hi.i am Miro.i live in Japan.i learn English and German.i am looking for language exchange friend and just frined.i am interested in culture and international food.i like cooking,reading ,traveling ,watching sports and learning new things.if you are ..... translate

person Yoshi
February 19, 2025
Australia
(Sydney)
Japanese
English
Hey I'm Yoshi, born in Kyoto, Japan. I'm unsuitable if you wanna learn standard Tokyo dialect. 京都生まれの ヨシです。もちろん標準語はヘタクソ です。 I've been in Sydney since 2016. 2016年ぐらいか らシドニーにいます。 I like watching sports, swimming, running, workout, tat..... translate

person Chika
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Fukuoka)
Japanese
English
Spanish
Hi! I'm Chika from Japan. I would like to improve my English and Spanish. I like Latin music and dance. translate

person Mika
February 19, 2025
Australia
(Perth)
Japanese
English
私は日本人でMikaと言います。ゴ ールドメンバーです。現在オーストラ リアに住んで6年になります。私は主 婦で、家族以外のネイティブの人たち と会う機会が少ないです。Certi ficate Ⅲ in EAL(English as an Additional Language)を修了しました 。今は家でもう一度英語の基礎から勉 強中です。中級の英語力だと思います が、ここから伸び悩んでいます。さら に自分の英語のスキルを磨くために誰 かと言語交換を通じて、お互いの文化 交流をしながら、英語の学習をしてい けたら嬉しい..... translate

person Moeka
February 19, 2025
United States
(Honolulu)
Japanese
English
Hi, I'm Moeka. I'd been staying in the U.S. and Australia before. Now I'm in Hawaii for my job.(back to the U.S.!) I'd like to improve and keep my English skill. Of course I can teach you Japanese instead, if you'd like to..... translate

person Takako
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hello, I’m Takako. l am practicing English for long time. I am not good at speaking English well yet, so l want to try to do it more. I am very happy someone teach me English conversion. Tha nk you for reading my message. translate

person Koichi
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Shiso)
Japanese
English
French
Hello, my name is Koichi. I was born and raised in Osaka City. I majored in British history at Osaka City University. I now live in Shiso City, Hyogo Prefecture. I like reading, watching movies, and traveling with my beloved wife. あなたの日本語学習のお手伝いをさ せてい..... translate

person Masa
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
Swiss German
French
Hi I would like to learn French or Swiss german. I'm looking forward to having new friends! j'appr ends le français! Je fais de la Capoeira aussi. 日本語の他、英語 、フランス語を話せます。 translate

person Hiroko
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Russian
Polish
Hi!My name is Hiroko. I am a pharmacist. I am here to brush up English and make many international friends. My big interset is travelling abroad and listening to classical music. I also like watching movies and hanging out with my friends in my s..... translate

person Miyu
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Nagoya)
Japanese
English
German
Thai
I’m Miyu, 41 Japanese. I’d like to improve my English skills. I started learning German, and I’d also like to study Thai. I’d be so happy if I can share Japanese culture and traditions with foreigners as well. translate

person Y
February 19, 2025
Japan
(Other)
Japanese
English
Arabic, Middle Eastern
Hebrew
Hi!! Firstly, I'm a gold member, so I can email you not just sending hi:-) I'm living in Japan. My interests are listening to music, reading books, traveling, watching American TV series and movies, and learning languages. I am also very ..... translate

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