JapaNabor
Earn Money by Guiding Tourists from Your Home Country!
JapaNabor
From ¥2,000/hour - A new way to work using your native language
Matching service exclusively for international students in Japan
ABOUT
JapaNabor is a new travel support service that matches you with tourists from your home country to guide them through Japan as a 'local friend'. Would you like to provide a comfortable and reassuring experience, just like traveling with a friend?
PERFECT FOR YOU
Wouldn't you like to make your study abroad life more fulfilling? It's a new way of working that allows you to earn income efficiently while securing study time.
For those who want to do this
Want to earn efficiently at 2000 yen per hour or more
Want to maximize income within the 28-hour weekly limit
Want practical work that helps improve Japanese language skills
Want specialized work that utilizes your native language
Want to work while securing study time
That's why JapaNabor is perfect for you
High Hourly Wage & Efficient
Starting at 2000 yen/hour with skill-based increases. Earn efficiently in short time
Secure Study Time
Flexible shifts only when needed. Balance with studies is possible
Practical Japanese Learning
Learn tourism industry Japanese through practice. Develop skills useful for job hunting
LOOKING FOR
You can participate if you meet the following requirements
We are looking for people like this
From China, Korea, Vietnam, Taiwan, or America
Able to work in Tokyo
International students living in Japan (Japanese N3 level or higher)
Valid work permit (part-time job permit)
BE A LOCAL FRIEND
It's not about being a tour guide, but about supporting 'fellow countrymen' visiting Japan and introducing Japan from your perspective. Because of native language support, you can deliver peace of mind and emotional connection.
Translation Support
Support conversations at tourist spots and shops. A simple 'thank you' becomes a memorable experience.
Cultural Bridge
For travelers confused by differences from their home country, provide reassurance and understanding in your own words.
Memory Making Support
Present beautiful photos that color the pages of their journey with your unique sense of style.
Guide Your Japan
Walk together through your favorite places. There's a 'real Japan' that can only be conveyed from a local perspective.
HOW TO
In 5 steps, you too can become a local friend supporting tourists!
1
Register through the application form
2
Verify residence card and other documents in an interview
3
When requests come from tourists, management will contact you
4
If the activity is OK, fill in the consent form including contract details
5
Guide designated tourist spots and shops on the day and receive compensation
FAQ
We answer frequently asked questions from international students.
Yes. You can receive a set reward for each activity.<br />Starting at 2000 yen per hour, it's possible to increase based on your skills.
You cannot exceed the scope of permission to engage in activities other than those permitted under the status of residence (within 28 hours per week) for a student visa, so please participate while observing this limit.
During activities, you may interact with staff at tourist spots and shops. Therefore, N3 level or higher Japanese proficiency is required.<br />However, tourists speak your native language, so you can communicate with confidence during guiding!
You will be matched with tourists from your home country.<br />For example, if you're from China, you'll be matched with tourists from China.<br />Because you share language and culture, it becomes a reassuring experience for both tourists and you.
SUPPORT
About Our Company
Sakasa LLC values your feedback and operates this service with care. Please share your opinions with us. Your feedback helps us create a better experience for everyone.
Comprehensive Support System
Careful follow-up from initial consultation to the activity day
Full compliance with legal requirements
Accessible support system when you need help