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 N
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Russian
German
Hello! I’ve learned English, Russian and German recently, but my language skills are not so good. So I want to improve my English, Russian and German and make some friends through this site. I can help you if you want to improve your Japanese! translate

person Maki
September 3, 2025
Japan
(東北)
Japanese
English
Korean
Hi, my name is Maki. I’m Japanese female :) Im studying English and sometimes Korean. My Korean is so bad tho… so I wanna try to exchange messages with someone who can speak Japanese. pleas e message me when you have time! translate

person S
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hi! I want to have a friend to learn languages together and exchange our culture each other. Let’s have a talk at a cafe or on the phone and enjoy! (Though my English is not fluent…so I need your help!) translate

person Yukie
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Yokohama)
Japanese
English
Hi! I’m a mother of 2 children. I have been learning English for a long time. It is really difficult for me to speak English fluently:( I like reading books and my favorite author is Jojo Moyes. I would like to live in a foreign country someday, afte..... translate

person Masako
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hello, I'm a Japanese woman in my early thirties, newly married, and planning to stay in Vancouver for six months or a year to study marketing. I'm looking for female friends there. My hobby is yoga, and I have my teacher certification from..... translate

person Tak
September 3, 2025
United States
(Bethesda)
Japanese
Chinese, Mandarin
Spanish
English
Hi. I am Taku and Japanese native speaker. I would like to improve my Chinese and Spanish which are still at the basic level. Especially, I want to learn conversational phrases. It also welcome to learn those languages with anyone who also try to lea..... translate

person koro
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Osaka)
Japanese
English
Hello, I'm from Japan. Are you willing to communicate and learn with Japanese girls? I want to come here to learn English for work and improve my English writing skills. Can we have a healthy and sincere friendship? translate

person Taka
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
English
Hi - I'm Taka, living in Tokyo. I want to improve my English. I'm looking for a language exchange partner. I can teach and help you Japanese and Japanese culture. I am interested in history, culture, museums, travel, and reading. translate

person Jun
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Fukuoka)
Japanese
English
French
Hello I am Jun. I lived in Paris, France for over 10 years. I currently live in Fukuoka, Japan. I am working as a Freelancer. I would like to do the language and worship exchange. I await your response and see you soon. Bonjour Je suis Jun...... translate

person Holly
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Chinese, Mandarin
Japanese
English
Looking to improve your Japanese or Mandarin Chinese conversation skills? I'm living in Japan, and I'm fluent in Japanese and Mandarin Chinese. I'm looking for a language exchange partner to practice my English with! In exchange for ..... translate

person Emiko
September 3, 2025
Japan
(kyoto-shi)
Japanese
English
my English is very beginner. I would like to practis and learn to british English. translate

person Taku
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Yokohama)
Japanese
English
Hello. I'm taku,37year old. I'm living in Yokohama. Pleas e someone teach me English.I can teach you Japanese. i’m goldmember. translate

person Jamie
September 3, 2025
United States
(San Diego)
Japanese
Japanese
English
I love cooking and baking. I want to improve my English skills. I'm looking for someone who help me with my conversation skills. I can also speak in Japanese. translate

person Osamu
September 3, 2025
United States
(Princeton)
Japanese
English
I moved with my family from Japan to Princeton, New Jersey for work starting in April 2024. I and my family want to not only learn English but also connect with local people. If you really want friends or opportunities to speak Japanese or know Japan..... translate

person Mina
September 3, 2025
Japan
(青森)
Japanese
English
私は日本人です。英語を学びたいです 。とても外国人が好きです。気軽にメ ールしてください translate

person yuzumikan
September 3, 2025
Japan
(tokyo)
Japanese
English
Italian
French
hi, I'm an ordinary student from Japan. I joined this site because i wanna improve my English skills- I'm relatively good at reading and listening, but I don't have a confidence in writing and speaking. Also, I'd like to learn Fre..... translate

person
September 3, 2025
Japan
(東京)
Japanese
English
Chinese, Mandarin
趣味は映画を観る事と旅行 趣味が 合う人と話せたらいいな。と思う translate

person Chiha
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Takamatsu)
Japanese
English
Hi there.This is Chiha.I live in Japan of countryside.I don't have an opportunity to use English here so I decided to apply this.I want to improve my English skill.Please help me.Thanks for reading.Have a great day. translate

person hiro
September 3, 2025
Japan
(Tokyo)
Japanese
Spanish
Chinese, Mandarin
- Other -
English
こんにちは I am Hiro. I would like to exchange language with someone who can speak English, Chinese(Mandarin e), Spanish, french, German, Russian, italian, and Portuguese. 大家好 、我 叫 裕朗. 我 是 日本人. Hola, Mucho gusto. Me llamo Hiro. Yo soy Japones y soy de Ja..... translate

person yuko
September 3, 2025
Japan
(nagoya)
Japanese
English
German
Hi, I'm a married Japanese woman, working as interpreter at IT company. I'm so interested in having conversation with people and sharing thoughts.I've stayed in Australia and Canada for a each year to learn Engilsh, so I can have norma..... translate

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