Find someone to talk with
Find someone to speak Japanese with
Choose a language exchange, a tutor, a group or a host, then plan a first chat around something you both want to talk about.
Explore the guides
Guides to real conversation
Find people to practice with and prepare for the first conversation.
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Guide
How to practice Japanese conversation online
Choose a format based on what you need from the next conversation: more time speaking, useful feedback or a topic you both care about.
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Alternatives
HelloTalk alternatives for Japanese conversation
If HelloTalk isn’t getting you the speaking time you want, choose an alternative that changes how you meet or what happens once you’re talking.
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Practice
Plan your first Japanese conversation
Bring three questions, one short story and a phrase you can use when you miss a word.
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Guide
How to find real people to talk to online
Look for a shared reason to talk, then choose whether you want a group, a recurring exchange or a scheduled one-to-one conversation.
Hanashi early access
Hanashi’s learner signup is open in early access. The service focuses on one-to-one conversations with Japanese hosts, with captions and translation.