In-person Events / 対面イベント
Meet face to face in Shibuya and Sagamihara. English and Japanese exchange events
Japanese and international people sit at the same table and talk in English and Japanese. It is not a drinking party: it is a place to connect through language and careers.
- Shibuya & Sagamihara
- Usually free
- English / 日本語
- Beginners welcome
Many people come alone
Where
We meet in two areas
Dates and venues change from event to event. Please check Meetup for the latest details.
Shibuya, Tokyo
Language Exchange in Shibuya
A language exchange in English and Japanese. Students, working professionals, and international residents of Japan are all welcome.
See dates
Sagamihara, Kanagawa
Language Exchange & Topic Roulette
Spin the roulette and talk about the topic in English and Japanese. For anyone who wants international connections close to home.
See dates
What it's like
Small-group conversations on a topic
Small groups
You talk in small groups, not in front of a big audience.
Both English and Japanese
Japanese people practice English, international people practice Japanese, and everyone helps each other.
Talk about careers too
Japanese who want to work abroad and international people who want to work in Japan can talk about work and careers.
From a participant
That meeting was very good.
- Met new people
- Good setting
- I felt safe
- Welcoming host
In-person event, Kanagawa (Meetup)
A topic to start from
Slides and a topic roulette give everyone something to talk about.
Meet people from different backgrounds
Students, professionals, international residents, and people from companies and local government.
Connections that continue
After the event, you can meet again online or at the next event.
First time?
A little preparation makes the first 10 minutes easy
You don't need perfect English or Japanese. Many people come alone, so just come as you are.
A 30-second introduction
Your name, what you do, one thing you like, and why you are learning the language. That's enough to start.
Two or three easy questions
"What do you do on weekends?" "Any food you'd recommend?" Simple questions keep things going.
Swap contacts
If you want to meet someone again, swap LINE or Instagram, and maybe come to the next event together.
How to join
Join in three steps on Meetup
- 1
Join our Meetup group
Become a member of Red Look's Meetup group for in-person events (free).
- 2
RSVP for an event
Check the date and venue on the event page and click the attend button.
- 3
Come to the venue
When you arrive, say hello to our staff.
What we've done
Event reports and local activities
Event Report: Sagamihara Global Future Session 2026 — Government, Business, Universities, and Residents on Living Together
Connecting Junior High School Students with the World | Red Look Delivers an International Understanding Class in Sagamihara
Speaking in Sagamihara: NPO Red Look Advancing Intergenerational & Cross-Sector Exchange
[Event Report] Overseas x Tech Skill-up Meetup (Vol. 6) | Tokyo Developer Meetup
Not nearby? Start online
We also hold a weekly online language exchange in English and Japanese. Join from anywhere.
FAQ
Common questions before joining
Is there a fee?
Events are usually free. If an event has a fee, for example to cover the venue, it is stated on the Meetup event page.
My Japanese (or English) isn't good. Can I still join?
Yes. You do not need to be fluent. Everyone helps each other, and first-timers are welcome.
Can I come alone?
Of course. You talk in small groups, so it is easy to join the conversation even on your own.
Who joins?
Japanese people who want to speak English, international people who want to practice Japanese, and students and professionals who want to work in Japan or abroad.
Are there international events in Sagamihara?
Yes. Red Look holds language exchange events in Sagamihara. Check Meetup for dates.
We'd like to co-host an event or offer a venue.
We work with companies, organizations, and schools. Please see our page for organizations or contact us.
See you at the next event
Check dates and venues on Meetup.