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

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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!

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 Aya
May 6, 2024
Japan
(Nagoya)
Japanese
English
Hi. I’ve been teaching English in Japan for over 25 years. I’m looking for someone who I can talk about life, travel, music, movies etc. I enjoy baking/cooking, reading, photography, taking an early morning walk. I also do yoga and meditation..... translate

person Tak
May 6, 2024
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
- Other -
Hello, I'm eager to improve my English skills through language exchange with English speaking people. (I don't care where you are from) I once used English for my work but currently I have less opportunities to talk with foreign people i..... translate

person Anna
May 6, 2024
Japan
(Kitakyushu)
Japanese
English
I am a Japanese woman living in Japan. I've been studying English by myself for a long time, and I think I need to practice speaking or writing in English with native English speakers. My personality is a bit shy and serious, but I'll be ..... translate

person Mei
May 6, 2024
Japan
(大阪)
Japanese
English
英会話の練習をしたい translate

person haruka
May 6, 2024
Japan
(osaka)
Japanese
Spanish
English
Hola! Quiero tener amigos hispano hablantes. Hace 20 años tomé unas clases del español en universidad y aprendí poco a poco en viaje. Soy osaqueña pero hace 2 años me casé y moví a Hyogo. Estoy buscando amigos que tomamos juntos un cafe(o cerveza, v..... translate

person Yuri
May 6, 2024
Japan
(Saitama)
Japanese
English
Swedish
Hi, I'm Yuri from Japan. I work for a publisher in Tokyo. I currently study Swedish and English by myself. It will be great to get to know someone who wants to learn Japanese, and help each other out. My interest: hiking/walking, sports, rea..... translate

person ryoko
May 6, 2024
Japan
(大阪)
Japanese
Russian
English
I am Grandmother of one daughter and five grandchildren. My interests are health, ballet, travel, hot spring, etc. I want to learn the languages because I'd love to visit the countries where those languages are spoken. translate

person Hitomi
May 6, 2024
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hi! I’m Hitomi from Japan. I’ve been learning English. I like to watch football games every weekend. Especially, I’m a fan of Brighton and Hove Albion FC, which is one of the football clubs in English premier league. I went to the UK for watching fo..... translate

person Gumay
May 6, 2024
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
French
German
Spanish
Hi, Konnichiwa. こんにちは。I am Japanese born in Tokyo. Japan. It is nice to talk about the cultures in the world. I have been to some Asian and European countries. But, I wish I could visit many countries. Please feel free to contact me. どうぞよろしくね。 translate

person Suzy
May 6, 2024
Japan
(Kagoshima)
Japanese
English
Korean
Hello, everyone!My name is Suzy. I am Japanese. I am an English teacher for children at school. I would love to make friends in the world also I would love to help your studying of Japanese. I am looking after two children so maybe it's not so e..... translate

person Ryo
May 5, 2024
Japan
(Chiba)
Japanese
English
Hi! I am Japanese and living Japan. I'm learning English. I work as a software engineer and often use English, so I want to improve my English skills. I can help you with learning Japanese. Let's talk! My hobbies are movies, comics and g..... translate

person Ya
May 5, 2024
Japan
(Kobe)
Japanese
English
German
Finnish
Estonian
I AM NOT A GOLD MEMBER! Hi there! :) I live in Japan and I’m really interested in other countries and the culture. I’ve been studying English and I used to study German at university. So, I’d like to improve the skills. In addition, I’d like to s..... translate

person Rina
May 5, 2024
Japan
(Osaka)
Japanese
English
Hello, I'm Rina:) I studied Japanese language teaching at university and also taught Japanese cuisine to people from overseas🌍Nice to meet you! translate

person Kota
May 5, 2024
Japan
(Okinawa)
Japanese
English
Hey there! I'm looking to improve my English, so I'm really hoping we can help each other out. I used to travel as a backpacker across about 16 countries, so I can manage some basic conversations in English. As for Japanese, I'm a nati..... translate

person Katsu
May 5, 2024
Japan
(東京)
Japanese
English
Spanish
I like going short trips. I’d love to chat, have conversations in English and Japanese. translate

person Sakura
May 5, 2024
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Chinese, Mandarin
Korean
Hice to meet you! I'm from Japan. I work for a local government. I'm looking for a language exchange partner and new friend. I like traveling, cooking, music, and learning foreign languages. I love wearing Kimono!I hope I can share our tr..... translate

person Beach
May 5, 2024
Japan
(Sapporo)
Japanese
English
Hi there, I'd like to make new friends and improve my English while having fun. I’m vegetarian, (420)friendly, open-minded and a bit introvert. I stopped eating meat due to animal rights. 🐷🐮🐓☀️ I adopted four cats. They make me happy and ..... translate

person moco
May 5, 2024
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hello! Nice to meet you from Japan 🇯🇵 I’m interested in English communication.I went to study abroad for 7months about 5years ago.It was good time. Now I’m working as a spa therapist at the hotel. Many foreigner guests come to our spa but my ..... translate

person Olive
May 5, 2024
Japan
(BeautifulCity)
Japanese
Chinese, Mandarin
您好 我是學中文的日本人,學中文 學了一年半了。 我喜歡做飯,聽音 樂,看YouTube。我想跟你交朋 友。 如果你對日本或日文學習的話 ,一起聊天吧! 謝謝。 translate

person TOMOKO
May 5, 2024
Japan
(Kanagawa JAPAN)
Japanese
English
My hobby is traveling abroad. I have two cats. I like traveling abroad, so I'm studying English so I can converse and enjoy my travels. I'm also interested in manga and anime. I hope we can have fun communicating about each other's cul..... translate

Click here to view all Japanese-speaking members.
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