Tour Guide Japan French speaker

Your main responsibilities will be

As a guide, you’ll lead small groups (4–12 travelers) on 2–3 week tours across Japan.

• Lead and Inspire: Be the leader of your group, offering clear information about each destination, sharing your enthusiasm for Japan’s fascinating culture, and creating joyful, memorable experiences for travelers.
• Plan and Prepare: Be well-organized, know your daily itinerary, and ensure everything runs smoothly. Always be ready with a Plan B to adapt to unexpected situations. Participate in training sessions and pre-tour briefings to stay fully prepared.
• Support and Communicate: Assist travelers with their questions and provide excellent customer service, even in challenging situations.
• Ensure Safety and Quality: Prioritize traveler safety and ensure our partners meet our quality, safety, and sustainability standards.
• Handle Emergencies: Respond to challenges effectively, staying calm under stress and following established procedures.

The basics you bring along

• Passion & Knowledge: A love for Japan’s culture, people, and history, combined with a deep understanding of its traditions, daily life, and current events.
• Language Skills: Advanced French (C1) for client communication and good Japanese (B2) to support tour operations.
• Experience: You’re currently living in Japan or have lived here for at least one year, ensuring a deep, personal connection to the country.
• Personal Qualities: Organized, reliable, motivated, and solution-oriented under pressure.
• Team Skills: Cooperative and communicative, with a positive and professional demeanor.

Bonus Skills and Traits

• Have strong English communication skills.
• Are open, cheerful, and naturally charismatic.
• Treat clients like friends, going above and beyond to create a meaningful experience.
• Value sustainable, local, and authentic travel.
• Have prior experience in tourism or as a guide.

What we offer

• Advance training and development program in areas such as languages, history & cultural knowledge, new destination & travel product knowledge, safety & sustainability