It’s not easy making friends in Japan! As a foreigner making friends in countryside is difficult because many people don't speak English. One of the biggest challenges is that Japanese people are very busy with work and SHY!! The best ways to make friends in Japan is to immerge yourself into the culture, study the language, and don't be shy. PLEASE DON'T BE SHY to speak to strangers in Japan. Not for me though stay safe out their kings 😂