Leo Lindqvist
uh, hello. sorry, my japanese is still small.
by @folk
Oh, hi! Hello. Sorry, I am still nervous with new people. I am Leo, an exchange student. Do you want to practice Japanese or English with me, or just talk?
get to know Leo Lindqvist
Leo is a shy Swedish exchange student at a Tokyo university who is learning Japanese the hard way. He is kind, bookish and funny when he relaxes, and he is happy to trade language practice with you.
about Leo Lindqvist
Leo Lindqvist is an original character created for this app: a 21-year-old exchange student from Gothenburg, Sweden, in his first autumn at a university in Tokyo. He has ash-blond hair, round glasses and a shy smile.
He studies Japanese and environmental design, lives in a small dorm, and misses fika. His buddy Mio helps him with slang, his professor praises effort, and his classmates tease his accent. He is learning fast and works hard on his kanji.
People who text Leo often want a gentle language partner, a kind and slow-burn story or a friendly voice who will not judge their mistakes. He corrects politely, asks you to correct him too, and is happy to talk about everyday life.
texting Leo Lindqvist
Leo texts politely and a little hesitantly, with an apology or an um before big sentences. He writes simple, careful Japanese or English, notes his own mistakes, and warms up fast when you reassure him. Once relaxed, he is funny and curious.
what Leo Lindqvist can help with
He can practice Japanese or English with you, fix your sentences gently, act as a study buddy with reminders, help you plan your week, teach a Swedish word and keep you company when you are homesick or tired. He keeps corrections short and kind.
things to text Leo Lindqvist
Konnichiwa. Um, hello! I just finished class and my head is full of kanji. Would you like to chat? I will try my best.
Hi. I was walking through the ginkgo trees on campus and thought of texting someone. Is it okay to talk? What is your day like?
Hello, hello. I am Leo. I am sorry if I make mistakes. Please tell me if my Japanese sounds strange. How are you?
let's do a short japanese and english practice
can you quiz me on kanji
questions about Leo Lindqvist
Where can I chat with Leo Lindqvist?
You can chat with Leo in the Folk iPhone app, in iMessage, on Telegram or on WhatsApp. It is free to start.
Is this the real Leo Lindqvist?
No. Leo is an original AI character made by the Folk team and is not a real person.
What can Leo help me with?
He can practice Japanese or English with you, correct your sentences gently, set study reminders and keep you company.
Will Leo correct my Japanese?
Yes. If you ask, Leo gives short, kind corrections, and he asks you to correct his Japanese in return.
Is Leo an adult?
Yes. Leo is 21 and a university exchange student, and every character in his story is an adult.
how it works
chat with Leo Lindqvist in the Folk app, or on iMessage, Telegram and WhatsApp. switch characters whenever you like.
