Japan language exchange groups
Large, consistent language-exchange scene—especially in Tokyo with weekly multilingual mixers and focused small-group practice.
How to find a local language exchange
Start with the city pages below, then use directory searches to find more meetups near your neighborhood.
- Pick your nearest city and open the linked communities.
- Try Meetup and Eventbrite searches for this week’s events.
- Look for recurring groups on Facebook (they often post last-minute location changes).
Recommended resources
These directories and official pages help you find language exchange meetups across Japan.
- Meetup directory: Tokyo language exchange events
- Meetup: Language Exchange Tokyo
- Meetup: Tokyo Fun Language Exchange
- Meetup: TOKYO LANGUAGE LOVERS AND TRAVELLERS
- Meetup: Langroops Tokyo Language Exchange
- Meetup: Japanese & English language Cafe & Bar @ Asakusa
- Meetup: Language Exchange Lounge Tokyo (Omori)
- Meetup: Free Make Friends & Language Exchange Tokyo (Roppongi)
- Meetup: Tokyo Language EXchange (Shinjuku)
- Tokyo International Friends (Facebook)
- Meetup search: "language exchange Osaka"
- Osaka International Community (Facebook)
Tokyo
Japan’s biggest language-exchange hub with weekly in-person meetups and hybrid communities across Shinjuku, Ginza, Asakusa, Roppongi, and beyond.
- Meetup directory: Tokyo language exchange events
- Meetup: Language Exchange Tokyo
- Meetup: Tokyo Fun Language Exchange
- Meetup: TOKYO LANGUAGE LOVERS AND TRAVELLERS
- Meetup: Langroops Tokyo Language Exchange
- Meetup: Japanese & English language Cafe & Bar @ Asakusa
- Meetup: Language Exchange Lounge Tokyo (Omori)
- Meetup: Free Make Friends & Language Exchange Tokyo (Roppongi)
- Meetup: Tokyo Language EXchange (Shinjuku)
- Tokyo International Friends (Facebook)
Osaka
Relaxed language exchanges in Namba and Umeda with a focus on conversation practice.
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Map of Japan
Explore the main cities with in-person exchanges and community meetups.
FAQ
Common questions about language exchange meetups in Japan.
Practice with language partners in Japan
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