Japanese-language support for loneliness and isolation overseas
Free, anonymous Japanese-language chat support for people overseas, together with Australian crisis-support contacts.
If life is in immediate danger, call the Australian emergency number 000.
People living overseas who are experiencing loneliness, isolation or emotional distress can seek help in Japanese. Anata no Ibasho offers free and anonymous chat support, 24 hours a day, 365 days a year, regardless of age or gender.
- Anata no Ibasho — Japanese-language chat
- Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan — support services for Japanese people overseas
Support in Australia
- Lifeline: 13 11 14 (24 hours)
- Lifeline text: 0477 13 11 14 (24 hours)
- Kids Helpline: 1800 55 1800 (ages 5–25, 24 hours)
If you need a telephone interpreter, call TIS National on 13 14 50 and ask to be connected to Lifeline on 13 11 14.
These details were checked on 29 August 2026. Services and contact details can change.