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 Hina
May 27, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
​I want to use English in my daily life, so I'm looking for a language exchange partner. In return, I'd be happy to help you with your Japanese. I look forward to hearing from you! translate

person Megumi
May 26, 2026
Japan
(North)
Japanese
English
Hi.I'm Megumi.I study English.I'm interested in foreign cultures.I would like to travel the world.I'm a beginner.I want to become able to speak English fluently. I am not good at English, so I want to practice by writing and talking in..... translate

person Miyu
May 26, 2026
Japan
(Nagano)
Japanese
English
Hi, I'm Miyu and living at Nagano, where is famous for nature and wintersports in Japan. I have been studying English for nearly 15 years and had the experience of studying abroad in London for about one year. But there is no opportunity to talk..... translate

person Masa
May 26, 2026
Japan
(東京)
Japanese
Chinese, Mandarin
English
Spanish
Korean
Hi, Nice to meet you. I'm Masa. I reside in Yokohama, Japan, l'm working as an acoustical engineer in Tokyo. I like traveling. I'm studying English, Chinese, also would like to study Spanish, I'm seeking some language exchange par..... translate

person yossy
May 26, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
- Other -
German
こんにちは!私は英語を勉強していま す! 旅行をきっかけに様々な国の 人と交流を持ちたいと思いました。 日本が好きな方、日本語を勉強して いる方、是非友達になりましょう! よろしくお願いします! Hello! I am studying English! I wanted to have an interaction with people from various countries triggered by travel. If you like Japan or are ..... translate

person Rumi
May 26, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
INTP-T🗿/Made in Japan note: I'm currently a gold member, so if you are interested please just send me free Hi and then I'll send you an email :) translate

person Yusuke
May 26, 2026
United States
(NYC)
Japanese
English
Hi there! I’m Yusuke and I recently moved to NYC. I’m looking for a language exchange partner to practice my English and help you with your Japanese. If you’re serious about learning Japanese and want to have a friendly conversation, please feel free..... translate

person Emily
May 26, 2026
Japan
(Kyushu)
Japanese
English
Korean
Hi! I'm a female in Japan. I would like to improve my English skill and I also want to learn Korean. I want to make friends someone who is interested in Japanese culture , Japanese Language. Thank you for reading. translate

person Taro
May 26, 2026
Japan
(Kansai)
Japanese
French
Bonjour ! Je suis mariée et j'ai un enfant. J'ai habité longtemps en France. Je voudrais améliorer mon français en discutant avec vous. :) translate

person Wat
May 26, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
I want new friends translate

person Ryuta
May 26, 2026
Canada
(Vancouver)
Japanese
English
Hello. I’m from Japan and currently live in Canada. I want to improve my oral English. After coming here, I realized that my English pronunciation is terrible. Therefore I’m looking for people who can exchange our language without hesitation. Similar..... translate

person Reina
May 26, 2026
Japan
(千葉)
Japanese
English
Hi, I'm Reina. I'm Japanese. I' m currently studying abroad in Boston, United States, to learn English. My hobby is watching musicals, visiting Tokyo Disney Land, and playing sports. I am looking forward to talking with you as pen pa..... translate

person Welcome to Japan
May 26, 2026
Japan
(kyoto)
Japanese
English
- Other -
- Other -
- Other -
Hi, there ! I'm eager to improve my English skills So I'm looking for a language partner here to find a person who can have daily conversation with translate

person Mori
May 26, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo, Saitama)
Japanese
English
Hello, I'm Mori. I'm 29 years old and working around Japan nowadays doing resort part-time jobs to prepare for my working holiday in Ireland. My previous job was a web designer. I’m going to Ireland again this summer in 2026 :) I lo..... translate

person Kaori
May 26, 2026
United States
(Villa Rica)
Japanese
English
こんにちは、わたしは1年前にジョー ジアに家族と来ました。 英語を上 達して友達をたくさんつくりたいです 。 Hello everyone. I came to Georgia with my family a year ago. I want to improve my English and make lots of friends. translate

person Mika
May 26, 2026
Japan
(Kamakura)
Japanese
English
Hi. I'm Mika from Japan. Hi! I'm currently working as a computer engineer at an IT company. I lived in Canada for a while to improve my English, and continue enhancing my language skills to work abroad. I'm passionate about meeting peo..... translate

person Toshi
May 26, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Chinese, Mandarin
French
Vietnamese
Hi there, I am Toshi, I teach math to high school students. Now I'm studying English, Chinese, French, etc. and want to be more fluent, so I am looking for a language exchange partner. I can correct your Japanese, although I am not a professiona..... translate

person Haruki
May 26, 2026
Japan
(OSaka)
Japanese
English
Hi! I’m Haruki from Japan 🇯🇵 Currently living in Brisbane, Australia 🇦🇺 I studied at a language school here, and I’m continuing to improve my English, especially speaking and daily conversation. My English is still a work in progress, so I’m ha..... translate

person Yuan
May 26, 2026
United States
(Rochester)
Chinese, Mandarin
Japanese
English
I am looking for someone who is an American or a Canadian native speaker and interested in Chinese or Japanese, I would like to practice my English speaking skills. Learning another language is not easy, but it is not impossible. If you want to impro..... translate

person Yuki
May 26, 2026
South Korea
(Songdo)
Japanese
Korean
I'm a Japanese man in my 40s. I came to Korea in February and am currently studying Korean. I used to be an elementary school teacher in Japan, so I think I can tell you a lot about Japanese. My hobby is watching anime, but I'm interested i..... translate

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