Tour Leader- Japan

📍 Japan-Based | Recruitment Opens now for 2026.

Why Join Us?

Are you passionate about travel and ready to make the world your office?
If you’re a natural problem solver, calm under pressure, organised, and love delivering outstanding customer service, then a career as a Tour Leader could be your perfect fit!

We are expanding our team and seeking passionate, professional, and energetic Japan Tour Leaders to guide our passengers through this fascinating destination.

As a Tour Leader, you’ll be the heart and face of our brand, creating unforgettable moments for guests, from spontaneous laughs to awe-inspiring landscapes. This is more than a job, it’s a vocation for those passionate about travel and hosting.

What we’re looking for:

• Excellent customer service and communication skills


• Strong organisational and time management abilities


• Previous Tour Leader or Local Guide experience 


• Confident leadership and team management skills


• Solid accounting and money-handling foundations


• Strong research skills for destinations and itineraries


• Good knowledge of Japan — culture, geography, and travel logistics.


• High level of English proficiency (additional languages an advantage)


• Japanese language skills are highly advantageous, but not essential


• Ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team


• A proactive, “solutions-before-problems” mindset


• Ideally based in Japan or nearby, but not essential
  
  

You’ll Bring:

• Passion & Energy – Bring destinations to life with enthusiasm, warmth, and storytelling that sparks connection.


• Organisation & Calm – Juggle logistics, unexpected changes, and guest needs with poise and efficiency.


• Leadership & Empathy – Be a guide, friend, and problem-solver—turning groups of strangers into tight-knit travel families.


• Knowledge & Responsiveness – Know local gems, customs, transport, and cultural quirks. You'll also assist guests with practical needs like logistics or emergencies.


• Professionalism Under Pressure – Handle change with grace, while maintaining a fun, inclusive, and safe environment for everyone.
  
  

Responsibilities at a Glance:

• Deliver engaging narrative led introductions and destination insights.


• Manage on tour logistics, transport, accommodation, timings, liaising with suppliers to coordinate and reconfirm bookings on our multi day tours


• Serve as the go to support for guests - personally, socially, and operationally.


• Lead with energy, even under pressure, and resolve issues calmly and creatively.


• Maintain group morale and ensure every guest feels included and informed.


• Day to day accounting.
  
  What you’ll gain:

• Compensation - Competitive day rate along with additional earnable incentives and gratuities. Tipping is encouraged but not mandatory.


• Some living expenses are covered during a tour (accommodation, breakfast and some dinners)


• Get paid to explore exciting destinations and be part of the best road crew in Europe.


• Meet new people from around the world


• Tour Leader Accommodation is provided in private rooms on tour. We also provide one night of pre tour accommodation or an allowance to use towards this depending on the tour itinerary


• Daily allowance given for use of personal phone and data on tour


• Discounts on personal travel with the company.


• Uniform and training provided.


• Online support with tour slack channels to keep contact with the office and help support or answer any issues you may have on the road


• Emergency line to contact at any hour for support if needed

Recruitment Details:

Recruitment for Tour Leader positions based in the Japan open now for 2026.

Please attach your CV, a cover letter or description of why you would like to join our company as a Tour Leader