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 friend
April 3, 2025
Japan
(名古屋)
Japanese
Chinese, Mandarin
Korean
Hello I am studying Chinese and Korean on my own. I am still immature Please tell me what I don't understand Thank you. 你好 在自学中文。 不知道的请告诉我。 请多关照 안녕하세요 한국어를 독학으로 공부합니다 아직 능력이 미숙합니다 모르는 것을 가르쳐 주세요 translate

person rin
April 3, 2025
Japan
(大阪)
Japanese
English
Chinese, Mandarin
Italian
Spanish
我是日本人,我学司汉语很长时间了, 但是我的汉语说得不太好,所以我想找 可以一起学习的人。请多多关照 I am Japanese. I’d like to learn English, Chinese and Spanish. If you want to do language exchange, please contact me. translate

person kei
April 3, 2025
Japan
(tokyo)
Japanese
English
- Other -
Italian
Hello! I’m Kei and Japanese living I love nature! I often to go mountain in Japan. I would like to speak English and looking for language partner. Is anyone there who wanna seriously exchange languages with English and Japanese 😊 I really ..... translate

person Chica
April 3, 2025
Japan
(Kobe)
Japanese
English
I'd like to improve my conversational English for my job. I'll help your Japanese practice in return. :) Perhaps exchanging language by Skype or Line would be great for me. I like watching dramas, eating, chatting at a cafe, hanging out..... translate

person Yoshi
April 3, 2025
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 akiko
April 3, 2025
Japan
(tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hello! My name is Akiko from Tokyo. I would like to learn English. My English level is still basic. Please help me with my English. I can help you with Japanese. I would like to spend time with international people. Let's exchange languages. Th..... translate

person Puipui
April 3, 2025
Japan
(kobe)
Japanese
English
First i am NOT GOLD member. Hi, I'm Japanese native speaker. I still have trouble understanding what someone is saying in English.😆😰💦😂 Would be nice to find language who speak (native) english exchange partner and make good friends with..... translate

person Yu
April 3, 2025
United States
(New York)
Japanese
English
はじめまして!現在アメリカで勉強し ている学生です!趣味は旅行で色々な 国に行きました! 英語をもっと練 習したいので、ペンパルを探していま す! 最近好きなこと:Netfl ix、ランニング、アメリカのお菓子 Nice to meet you! I'm a student currently studying in the US! My hobby is traveling and I've been to many countries! I want to practi..... translate

person Asuka
April 3, 2025
Germany
(Berlin)
Japanese
German
English
Hello Everyone,I’m Asuka from Japan 42 years old. Nice to meet you! I would like to improve my English and German. I’m looking for some friends who can practice with me. If you want to practice Japanese with me, please talk to me feel free! ..... translate

person Yayoi
April 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hi there! I would like to improve speaking and writing. But I hardly have opportunities to speak English! So, I'm looking for friends who give me chances to improve. Could you help me? Of course, I'm happy to study Japanese with you! ..... translate

person Kanae
April 3, 2025
Japan
(matsuyama)
Japanese
English
Italian
Spanish
Hi. I'm Kanae from Japan. I like connecting with people so I'm here :) Little introduction of myself; I'm 32 year-old Japanese who loves a lot of things ( such as meeting new people and culture, nature, cooking, eating delicious f..... translate

person Licca
April 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hello! I’m Licca, I was born and raised in Tokyo. I am looking for someone who can help me improve my English level. I would like to practice English regularly. Because I need to use it at work. My goals are as follows; 1, Learn logical thinki..... translate

person Nobu
April 3, 2025
Japan
(Yokosuka)
Japanese
English
[NOT a gold member] Hi, I'm Nobu, a 44-year-old guy from Japan. I used to teach Japanese at a university in the U.S. My interests include anime, retro games, gymnastics, professional wrestling, food, and more. I'm happy to help you study Ja..... translate

person Hitoshi
April 3, 2025
Japan
(Kagoshima pref.)
Japanese
English
I'm learning English in Japan. I want friends who are English speaker. I enjoy surfing at the beach. I want a zoom friend, too. translate

person Lana
April 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
Italian
French
English
I am a Russian who lived in Japan for a long time. I want to practice English, Italian. translate

person ☆Yun
April 3, 2025
Japan
(長野)
Japanese
English
こんにちは。英語を勉強しています。 英語を使ってたくさんの人と話し、友 だちになりたいです。 Hi friends , I'm Yun. I come from Japan. I'm married and my fiamily is three, husband and a daughter. I enjoy learning English. I like American dramas like ”NCIS”, ”This is us” and ”Devious Ma..... translate

person AK
April 3, 2025
Germany
(Bonn)
Japanese
- Other -
English
German
Hi, I'm AK from Japan. I sometimes visit Bonn, Germany for business. I would like to find friends who can language exchange. I can speak English but not so good. Looking forward to contact from you. translate

person beautiful sunday
April 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
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 Yuka
April 3, 2025
Japan
(Hokkaido)
Japanese
English
Spanish
Soy japonesa, hablo un poco de Español. Hace unos años vivía en Mexico. Me gusta aprender Español y no quiero olvidarlo. Quisiera ayudarme a practicar Español para que en algún día visitara a otro pais. translate

person Fumi
April 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokio)
Japanese
Chinese, other
Chinese, Mandarin
German
English
Danke, dass Sie sich mein Profil ansehen! Mein Name ist Fumi. Ich bin Japaner und lebe und arbeite in Tokio. Ich liebe die deutsche Sprache sehr:-) Neben Japanisch spreche ich auch Englisch (auf C1-Niveau / IELTS 7.5) und Chinesisch (auf C2-Niveau..... translate

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Click here for advanced search.

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