Weekly Online Language Exchange / 週1オンライン
Practice English and Japanese, relaxed and free, once a week online
International people who want to practice Japanese and Japanese people who want to practice English talk together online. No perfect grammar needed.
- Once a week (dates on Meetup)
- About 45 minutes
- Free
- Google Meet
- Beginners welcome
Who it's for
For anyone who wants a place to actually talk
Practice Japanese and make friends
International people looking for someone to speak Japanese with, or to make friends in Japan.
Get speaking practice in English
Japanese people who study English but rarely get to speak it.
Build a career across borders
People who want to work in Japan or abroad. Meet others with the same goal.
What happens
About 45 minutes. The basic flow looks like this
Topics and format change from session to session depending on the staff host. Besides free talk, some sessions cover skills such as AI and LinkedIn, or careers.
- 1
Hello and introductions
Join the Google Meet and briefly introduce yourself.
- 2
Talk about a topic
Talk in small groups about a topic such as the news, in English and Japanese.
- 3
Share one takeaway
At the end, everyone shares one thing they talked about or noticed.
How to join
Join in three steps on Meetup
- 1
Join our Meetup group
Open Red Look's Meetup group page and become a member (free).
- 2
RSVP for the next event
On the event page for the session you want, click the attend button.
- 3
Join at the start time
Enter through the Google Meet link shown on the event page.
Feel at ease
A place to make mistakes and improve together
No perfect grammar needed
Mistakes are part of learning. We keep the atmosphere relaxed and pressure-free.
Small groups
You talk in small groups, not in front of a big audience.
No sales pitch
Red Look is a non-profit (NPO). We do not push paid services.
Rating on Meetup
4.8/ 5
77 ratings, 550 members
As of October 2026
FAQ
Common questions before joining
My Japanese (or English) isn't good. Can I still join?
Yes. No perfect grammar is needed. This is a place to talk and make mistakes, and first-timers are welcome.
Is it free?
Yes, it is free. There is no sales pitch.
Do I have to join every week?
No. Just RSVP for the sessions you want to join.
Do I need to turn on my camera?
We recommend it, because conversation is easier when you can see each other. If you have a reason not to, just let us know.
Do I need a Meetup account?
Yes. We use Meetup for RSVPs and to share the Google Meet link. Signing up is free.
Can I join from outside Japan?
Yes, it is online, so you can join from anywhere. Times are announced in Japan Standard Time (JST).
Is every session the same?
No. Topics and format depend on the staff host: free talk, topics such as the news, skills such as AI and LinkedIn, or careers.
Want to go further?
Once you feel comfortable talking
Why not try talking just once?
You can check the next date on Meetup.