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 Bikeman
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Osaka City)
Japanese
English
Hey there, Im Japanese who love the guitars,motorcyc les and learning English.I have Russian friends and Spanish friends in Japan, but I don't have native English speakers friends in Japan. I'm 45 and now a practicing psychiatrist in Osaka C..... translate

person souther
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Osaka)
Japanese
English
Hello,everyone. I live in Osaka, Japan. I'm an introvert but open minded person. I like cycling, reading detective stories,playing guitar while singing,travelin g,etc. Anyone who wants to learn Japanese or wants to know more about Japanese cult..... translate

person Ayu
February 12, 2026
United States
(Lansing)
Japanese
English
はじめまして! 私はアメリカ ミシガン州住みの日本人女性、30代 半ばです。 文通仲間がほしくてこ のアプリを始めました。 趣味 はポケモンのゲーム、言語学習、洋画 、恋愛リアリティーショー鑑賞、犬猫 鳥、外国の料理を食べたり作ることで す。 最近はフランス語の勉強を始 めました。 I'm japanese living in Michigan in the U.S. I'm learning english and french. I like playing P..... translate

person Tak
February 12, 2026
United States
(New York)
Japanese
English
Nice to meet you! I'm a native Japanese speaker living in New York. I want to improve my English speaking. I'm looking for language exchange partner. I'm interested in many things and such as movies, food, culture and history. Especial..... translate

person akira
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Kobe)
Japanese
English
I live in Japan. I used to live in the U.S. and Canada(Toronto)f or about one year. But it was long time ago. I would like to have opportunities to improve my English and build up English expressions. And I would like to make friends from all over th..... translate

person Eriko
February 12, 2026
Japan
(osaka)
Japanese
English
German
- Other -
Hello,I`m Eriko from Japan. I would like to improve my English and German. I am interested in Germany. Ich bin Eriko. Ich lebe derzeit in Osaka. I am not a Gold member. translate

person NR
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Portuguese
Arabic, other
- Other -
I am a designer working in Tokyo, originally from Osaka and grew up in Kyoto. In my free time, I love to enjoy outdoor activities. I also like to learn new languages and meet new people; I just started studying Portuguese! - Japanese: Native Engl.... . translate

person Nihon_otomo
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo 東京)
Japanese
English
Hello! Thank you very much for finding me!😃 If you would like to learn Japanese or practice it, I would be willing to support you. Please dont hestiate to contact me if you are serious about learning or making friends with me. Looking forw..... translate

person Menisan
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
German
French
Spanish
Hello. Konnichiwa, I am a native Japanese speaker who is interested in various culture and languages in the world. I have been to many countries as well. It will be nice to talk about Japanese culture and society.If you need help in Japanese, please..... translate

person RYOTA
February 12, 2026
Canada
(Calgary)
Japanese
English
Hi! I'm RYOTA. Im liking for language exchange partner. translate

person Toshiya
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Matsuyama)
Japanese
English
Hello! I'm Toshiya, and I live in Japan. I'm looking to improve my English skills. I'd like to connect with people from around the world, and exchange languages, and learn about different cultures. I work as a Japanese teacher for non-..... translate

person eunju
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Ibaraki)
Chinese, Mandarin
Korean
Japanese
English
Hi, I’m Eunju, I’m Chinese but I live in Japan now, and I lived in Korea for about 10 years before coming to Japan. So I can teach Chinese to others and speak Korean and Japanese very well. I worked for more than 10 years as a Chinese teacher. So if ..... translate

person Kaori
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Italian
Hello! I’d like to improve my English because I sometimes use it at work. I’m learning Italian as well. I love traveling and have visited sixty countries so far. I can help you with your Japanese. よろしくお 願いします。 translate

person beautiful sunday
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
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 Taiga
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Spanish
Russian
Chinese, Mandarin
I'd love to help you with your Japanese! I'd say my English is around intermediate. :) I love the UK so if you're from there we'd get along well haha. I've got an English accent (RP) translate

person Ryukou
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
I'm Ryukou.Nice to meet you! I'm Japanese native speaker. I'll help you with Japanese translate

person Akira
February 12, 2026
France
(Lyon)
Japanese
English
French
Salut. Je vais déménager a Paris. Je voudrais cherche quelqu'un qui m'a faire amitie. Même temps plus apprendre langue c'est super pour moi. Aussi je cherche partenaire de tennis n'importe genre 🎾😁🎾 Je cherche quelqu'..... translate

person y
February 12, 2026
Afghanistan
Japanese
English
🙈 translate

person NORI
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Saitama)
Japanese
English
I want to know more about foreigners' thinking and values. I'm looking for someone who can be friends if possible. translate

person Yu
February 12, 2026
Japan
(Japan)
Japanese
English
Korean
Chinese, Mandarin
Hi I am working in Japan now as engineer. I had worked in Singapore for 4 years so that I have basic skill about English. To improve my English skill more and more , I hope I can find good opportunities to lean language each other. I am also int..... translate

Click here to view all Japanese-speaking members.
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