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 Kaco
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Tochigi)
Japanese
English
l'm a free member l like English and it's songs and traveling abroad, going to the gym l'd like to make foregin friends translate

person shinji
April 13, 2026
Japan
(osaka)
Japanese
English
Hi there! I live in Osaka, Japan, and I’ve been studying English for about two years now. I’m really motivated to become a fluent speaker, but I don’t have many opportunities to practice speaking with friends.I’m looking for a language exchange partn..... translate

person YUU
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Aichi)
Japanese
English
hello! Im Japanese male i really want to improve my English(beginner ) if you are studying Japanese Or if you are interested in Japan feel free msg me! D!scord is have a nice day :D translate

person Nao
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hello everyone. I’d love to improve my English so I can enjoy conversations with my British friends more. I’m looking for someone who can help me with speaking practice or check my English writing. I’ve never taught Japanese before, but I’d be ver..... translate

person Yuko
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Hyogo Osaka)
Japanese
English
Chinese, Mandarin
I'm Yuko. I'm 42 years old. I live in Hyogo. And I work at Osaka. I'm beginner to study English and Chinese. Especially Chinese skill is really warse to English. I like temple and shrine. I like to go trip and reading books and mag..... translate

person takumi
April 13, 2026
Japan
(佐賀)
Japanese
English
- Other -
初めましてTAKUMIと言います。 日本の佐賀に住んでいます。 来年度オリンピックもありますし、何 か言語を学びたいと思い登録しました 。 私が提供できるのは日本語、そ して少しの英語です。 爬虫類・車 ・日曜大工・アウトドア・ゲーム・漫 画が趣味です。 日本に興味のある 方、日本語を学びたい方は連絡をいた だければ幸いです。 translate

person Mayo
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Fujisawa)
Japanese
French
English
Bonjour! Enchantée. Je m'appelle Mayo. J'habite à Kanagawa avec mon mari et mes deux enfants. I'm looking for the person around age 25-40 who speak French. My French is poor, but can speak English a little. I really like watching films..... translate

person Guni
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
German
French
Spanish
こんにちは。Hola! and Hello , I am a native Japanese speaker. I am interested in various culture in the world. It will be nice to talk about Japanese culture and society. Actually, I have been to many countries. I am interested in some languages as well. ..... translate

person Hiroko
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Aichi)
Japanese
English
Hello! I’m Hiroko. I’m interested in English language, and people, but NO romance. I’ve visited Australia, the USA and 20 more countries. This year we went to Cairns, Australia to do birdwatching. I plan to go abroad again sometime in the future..... translate

person Beth
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Osaka)
Japanese
English
I would love to meet new friend from over the world. I like travel around, sightseeing, walking, yoga and swimming. translate

person AIKO
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Hiroshima)
Japanese
English
初めまして、私はAIKOです。 英語が大好きですが、あまり話せませ ん。 日本語を勉強したい方と是非 話したいです! 好きな事は旅行、 ドラマ、映画etc.です。 一緒 に色んな話をしましょう! I no need romance. I’m not a gold member. translate

person Noe
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hi,everyone. I'v e been practicing conversational English for about one year. I was born and raised in Tokyo. I've lived other prefectures . It would be great if I had a language exchange once a week and make new friends. What I like to..... translate

person Naoko
April 13, 2026
Japan
(-Osaka)
Japanese
Swedish
English
- Other -
Hello! After I lived in England now live in Sweden. I`d like to ask about Sweden and language. Glad to tell about Japanese and Japanese language. Of course happy to hear about yourself. はじめまして。どうぞよろしく おねがいします。 translate

person Sayu
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Yamanashi Prefecture)
Japanese
Japanese
はじめまして😊 韓国出身で 、今は日本の山梨県に住んでいます。 去年の11月から日本に来て、ま だ慣れていないことも多いですが、少 しずつ楽しんでいます🌿 普 段はカフェに行ったり、散歩したりす るのが好きで、 歴史や文化にも興 味があります。 日本語はまだ 勉強中ですが、 ゆっくりお話しで きたら嬉しいです😊 よろしくお 願いします✨ translate

person Chimu
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Fukuoka)
Japanese
English
Hi! I’m Japanese and I live in Fukuoka. I want to practise daily English conversation in a fun and relaxed way. If you speak slowly, I can understand a little, but I’m not good at speaking English yet. I’d be happy to help you with Japanese too. ..... translate

person NeNe
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Kobe)
Japanese
English
I'm starting learn English for ages. but I don't think my English is improving. I need some help studying English.Is there anyone who can help me? ★I'm not a gold member★ translate

person DA
April 13, 2026
Japan
(TOKYO)
Japanese
English
Hello everyone! Nice to meet you! My dream is to travel around the world. So I would like to improve my Englsih:) Also I am able to help your japanese too. I am not gold member. I like soccer, nature and art! I am really happy if I reci..... translate

person Misa
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Kyoto, Osaka, Shiga)
Japanese
English
German
French
Hello, my name is Misa, living in Kyoto, Japan. I studied in the UK and got a master's degree there. But, after I backed to Japan, I’m forgetting English so rapidly! So, I want to find friends who speak English here. Also, I want to learn German..... translate

person Hi
April 13, 2026
Japan
(Sendai)
Japanese
English
I'd like to have good and intersting conversation with someone who speak English and also practice my English. I'm ok to talk in English if it's not complicated or difficult subject. translate

person miya
April 13, 2026
United States
(Boston)
Japanese
English
French
I am a native Japanese living in USA for many years. Japanese is my mother tongue and I am good in English as well. I am trying to learn French, -- but I am also looking for pen friends regardless your native language or the language you are trying ..... translate

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