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Langmate - Japan & World Chat

Skip the boring textbooks and match with locals who share your passion for anime, travel, and culture. Join 3 million people building real connections in Japan and beyond.

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Key Figures

Downloads

1M+

User Rating

4.4/5

Total Ratings

27K+

Publisher

Langmate Inc.

Your Direct Line to Real Japanese Culture

Skip the textbooks and start chatting with locals. With a community that's 65% Japanese, Langmate turns language learning into actual friendship.

Match with Real Locals

Connect with a community where 65% of users are based in Japan. Say goodbye to robotic phrases and hello to authentic friendships.

Teleport Before You Travel

Use Virtual Location to build a social circle in Tokyo or Osaka before you even board your flight. Arrive with an insider's guide.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Everything you need to know about Langmate - Japan & World Chat

What is Langmate?

Langmate is a language exchange and cultural exchange matching app designed to help users meet Japanese locals and Japan-lovers, practice Japanese, and build friendships. It connects people interested in Japanese culture worldwide.

Can I learn Japanese with Langmate?

Yes, Langmate helps users learn Japanese by practicing with real people. It focuses on conversational, 'living Japanese' used daily, providing context and cultural insights beyond textbook learning.

Are there many Japanese users on Langmate?

Yes, over 65% of Langmate's users are Japanese. This high percentage allows users to connect directly with native speakers and immerse themselves in the language and culture.

Does Langmate have filters to find specific users?

Yes, Langmate provides advanced filters. Users can find people by age, nationality, gender, country/city of residence, learning/speaking languages, and interests like anime or manga.

Can I find people near my location using Langmate?

Yes, Langmate includes an 'Around Me' feature. This functionality allows users to discover and connect with other users who are located near their current physical location.

What unique chat features does Langmate offer for language learning?

Langmate offers voice messages for pronunciation practice and a handwriting & drawing tool within the chat. This tool supports practicing kana/kanji or sending doodles for more dynamic communication.

How quickly do users find matches on Langmate?

Yes, 92% of Langmate users match with someone within one hour of using the app. This indicates a high rate of successful connections for new users.

Is Langmate a free app?

Langmate is free to download and offers free features. However, premium features or specific functionalities may require an in-app purchase or a subscription for access.

How do subscriptions work on Langmate?

Langmate subscriptions are charged to your iTunes account and auto-renew unless turned off. You can cancel anytime, but the current subscription period cannot be canceled mid-cycle.

Can I delete my Langmate account?

Yes, you can delete your Langmate account at any time. Deleting the account or the app, however, does not automatically cancel your ongoing subscription.

How does Langmate protect user safety and privacy?

Langmate ensures safety by moderating inappropriate behavior, allowing users to be reported or banned. Social login is only for the app, and personal information is used solely for Langmate services.

Where is the Langmate app developed?

Langmate is developed in Japan. This detail is prominently stated in the app's description and is also visible on the first screenshot.

The following screenshots and description are sourced directly from the app's official store listing and are the property of the app developer.

App Store

Screenshots

Langmate app screen showing a profile card of a Japanese user with swipe matching features.

Langmate - Japan & World Chat - Promotional image for Langmate app stating more than 65 percent of users are Japanese — Promotional image for Langmate app stating more than 65 percent of users are Japanese

Langmate - Japan & World Chat - Langmate app search filter interface allowing users to filter by nationality age languages and interest tags like manga — Langmate app search filter interface allowing users to filter by nationality age languages and interest tags like manga

Langmate - Japan & World Chat - Langmate app interface showing user profiles from Tokyo Japan using the virtual location feature. — Langmate app interface showing user profiles from Tokyo Japan using the virtual location feature.

Langmate - Japan & World Chat - Langmate app interface showing a list of international friends with filters for learning Japanese — Langmate app interface showing a list of international friends with filters for learning Japanese

Langmate - Japan & World Chat - Langmate app chat interface showing a conversation with a Japanese friend including text and a handwritten drawing — Langmate app chat interface showing a conversation with a Japanese friend including text and a handwritten drawing

Description

Make Japanese Friends & Learn Japanese — Langmate Language exchange, Japanese culture, and real friendships (yes, with actual humans). Love Japan? Learning Japanese? Into anime, manga, ramen, shrines, street fashion, or just the vibe? Langmate helps you meet Japanese locals and Japan-lovers worldwide, practice Japanese naturally, and build friendships that don’t feel like homework. Think of it as your pocket-sized “Japan connection” --- Connect with Japan, Anytime, Anywhere Over 3 million downloads 40+ million messages per year 2.5+ million matches per year TOP 10 (Education) in 80+ countries Cultural exchange matching app Made in Japan Create your profile and start meeting people who actually want to chat — not just collect “hello”s. --- Why Langmate Real conversations beat “perfect” conversations Textbook Japanese is great… until you meet a real Japanese person and they say something totally different. Langmate helps you learn the living Japanese people use every day — with context, personality, and culture included. A huge Japanese community More than 65% of Langmate users are Japanese, so you’re not just “learning Japanese” — you’re meeting the people who live it. Built for culture lovers Find people who love: Japanese culture, travel, food, festivals, J-pop, anime, manga, games, and more. Because “好きなアニメは？” is still one of the strongest icebreakers on Earth. --- KEY FEATURES Make Japanese friends by searching, swiping, and matching Practice Japanese with real people (beginner-friendly and advanced too) Advanced filters to find people by interests, language goals, and more 92% of users match within one hour (yes, really) See detailed profiles: photos, tags, languages, nationality, location Virtual location: explore connections in Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto… or wherever your heart is Around Me: find people near you (great for travelers and expats) Voice messages to improve pronunciation naturally Handwriting & drawing tool in chat to practice kana/kanji — or send cute doodles (we approve) Make friends before your trip to Japan — so you arrive with connections, not just a checklist --- FUNCTIONALITIES PROFILE FILTERS: Age, nationality, gender, country/city of residence, learning/speaking languages SWIPE & MATCH: A match happens when both users send friend requests LOCAL PEOPLE: Change your virtual location to see locals from a chosen place AROUND ME: Discover users near your current location REWIND: Undo a swipe if you accidentally passed FRIEND REQUESTS LIST: See who sent you a request BOOST: Get more views and matches for one hour (In-App Purchase) FREE AND BONUS SMILES: Earn Smiles by daily login or watching video ads RATING: Star Rating helps you recognize popular users and rewards highly rated users …and more! Premium features may require a one-time purchase or a subscription. --- SUBSCRIPTION INFORMATION Payment will be charged to your iTunes account at confirmation of purchase. Your account will be charged for renewal within 24 hours before the end of the current period. Auto-renewal may be turned off in your iTunes settings after purchase. You can cancel anytime (current subscription period cannot be canceled mid-cycle). Deleting your account or the app does not automatically cancel your subscription. --- SAFETY & SECURITY Social login is used only for logging into Langmate (we never post on your behalf). You can delete your account anytime. Your personal information is used only for Langmate services. Inappropriate behavior is moderated, and users may be reported or banned. Visit http://www.langmate.jp for FAQ and updates. Terms of Service: https://www.langmate.jp/terms-of-service/ Privacy Policy: https://www.langmate.jp/privacy-policy/