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 May
October 4, 2023
Japan
(Japan)
Japanese
English
Hello.I teach Japanese,math and English to Japanese students in my house,also teach piano.I am a kimono-dresser. I sometimes accept international students. I'm looking for conversation partners(native English speakers) to maintain my English sk..... translate

person Kazuma
October 4, 2023
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Italian
Spanish
Hebrew
Hello,My name is Kazuma I live in Tokyo I really like playing video games(I've been playing Monster Hunter RISE,ResisdentEv il,yakuza,animalc rossing,Minecraft ),Airsoft,martial arts(I learn Kravmaga) I want to make friends with the same interest..... translate

person Taishi
October 4, 2023
Japan
(Tochigi)
Japanese
English
Korean
Spanish
- Other -
I would like to talk or study with someone in English. Unfortunately, I can't speak English fluently though, hope to make friends who can keep in touch with me sometime. Of course other languages as well. I like manga,movies,gam es, running,and p..... translate

person Mark
October 4, 2023
United States
(Cincinnati)
Japanese
English
From Tokyo Japan. I came to Cincinnati for work. Learning English is always fun. Looking for a partner that intrested in Japanese culture. Costan tly Watching Animes. translate

person SHIZUKA
October 4, 2023
Japan
(tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hi! Hi! I'm looking for someone who wants to practice having a conversation in Japanese and is willing to teach me English in return. I'm not a gold member, so I can't send you a message if you only send me a 'Hi.' Feel free ..... translate

person Aki
October 4, 2023
Japan
(Osaka)
Japanese
English
***WARNINGS*** I don’t respond if your profile doesn’t show your own face photo. It’s not fair at all and I don’t think those accounts are real. I should have a right to choose people who I want to talk to, with that person’s own real photo. No ..... translate

person Maple
October 4, 2023
Japan
(Sapporo)
Japanese
English
French
Spanish
Chinese, other
I'm a not gold member. Hello everyone! I'm a native Japanese female. Live in Sapporo Hokkaido Japan. Here is snowing today. I like talk to Enlgish but still beginner level... So need to help! I enjoy travel, cooking, nice coffee, good ..... translate

person Ryoko
October 4, 2023
Japan
(Saitama)
Japanese
English
Hello. I am studying English so I can communicate people from all over the world. I like reading, watching YouTube videos, etc. I hope I can assist you learning Japanese, while making good friends with you. Hope to hear from you! translate

person Haruki
October 4, 2023
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
- Other -
I want to talk many things on mail together. My English skill is not good though. (; ・`д・´) I like traveling, talking with foreigners and knowing other culture. I had been to 10 countries. Some Balkan, Russia, Thailand, Australia, Guam, Taiwan...... translate

person Akko
October 4, 2023
Japan
(Okayama)
Japanese
English
French
Hello ☺︎ I'm Akiko 40 yo My reason for studying English is that in work or fun or to be able to communicate better generally in any situation I can teach you Japanese I like watching movies, reading, cooking, camping I'm peaceful ..... translate

person Hiroko
October 4, 2023
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
I am a happy housewife with 2 sons who have already left home. I’m learning English because I want to travel easily and enjoy communicating with people from other countries. I don't get a chance to speak to native speakers, so it would be gre..... translate

person YM
October 3, 2023
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hello, I am from Tokyo! I want to improve my English:D Any topic is fine. Since I reached 100 on TOEFLiBT, i’m wondering what the next target is. Let’s study languages together. If you are interested in travel, sports, shopping, nature, books, v..... translate

person umihei
October 3, 2023
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Nice to meet you. Could you tell me how good your Japanese is ? I am a good teacher for you since I have experience as a tutor for high school students in the past. In exchange, I want you to teach me English. For the past few months, I have ..... translate

person Sakura
October 3, 2023
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 Ryukou
October 3, 2023
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
German
I'm Ryukou.Nice to meet you! I'm Japanese native speaker. I'll help you with Japanese translate

person Masami
October 3, 2023
Mexico
(Ciudad de Mexico)
Japanese
Spanish
Hola! Mi nombre es Masami. Soy de Japón Llevo 5 años viviendo en Mexico (2 años en Leon GTO y 3 años en CDMX) Ahora estoy de vacaciones en Japón despues de 5 años sin ver a mi familia y amigos aca. Entiendo 80% de español pero me gustaría conocer n..... translate

person Hiroshi
October 3, 2023
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hi, I'm Hiroshi. Please call me Hiroshi. I live in Tokyo Japan. I'm an IT consultant. I work for an American company therefore I use English in my work. I had been Philippines to study English for 3 weeks. I want to study more so I'..... translate

person Yumi
October 3, 2023
Japan
(Fukuoka)
Japanese
English
Hungarian
Hi! I'm Yumi from Japan. I'm looking for someone to practice English with :) I would like to talk with people who are interested in learning Japanese. Feel free to contact me. Hungarian:I 'm really a beginner... translate

person Tigerlily
October 3, 2023
Japan
(Kyushu)
Japanese
English
Chinese, Cantonese
Chinese, Mandarin
Though I've studied English for a long time, my English doesn’t improve at all. Can you help me study English? I’m a qualified Japanese teacher. Let me know if you want to study Japanese. Besides I study Chinese (Cantonese & Mandarin). ..... translate

person Saya
October 3, 2023
Japan
(Okinawa)
Japanese
English
French
German
Hi there, I'm a glass work artist just moved in Okinawa from Tokyo. I lived in London for 3years and Paris for a year. I love traveling and often visit Europe for my glass work so I'm looking for new friends who can exchange English an..... translate

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How to do a language exchange?
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