Creative Assistant: Social Media, Tokyo, Freelance part-time

Carey Finn

by Carey Finn

Position: Creative Assistant: Social Media
Type: Contract, part time
Start: Immediate (October, 2025)
Company: Fast Train Japan Goudougaisha
Website: https://fasttrain.co.jp
Location: Akasaka, Tokyo (daily place of work flexible)
Hours of work: 60 hours/month, flexitime
Compensation: 100,000JPY

Background

Fast Train Japan runs inbound tourism websites Tokyo Cheapo and Japan Cheapo. Established in 2012, Tokyo Cheapo is the most popular English language website about Tokyo and one of the fastest growing English language websites in Japan. Each month more than around about 5 million unique users see our website and social media content.

Besides our sites in Japan, we also have team members in 7 different countries working on sites such as London Cheapo and Hong Kong Cheapo.

As a leading resource for inbound tourists looking for information about Tokyo, we connect information hungry visitors with local and international businesses. Our sites also have a big influence on foreign residents in Japan. For many, our properties are the go-to sources on what to do and how to make buying decisions.

This is a great opportunity for someone with some practical content-creation experience to move up in their career.

Responsibilities

  • Photograph, film, edit, and produce reels, stories, and posts for Instagram and TikTok (includes advertising content)
  • Explore Tokyo for new and interesting sights, places, and attractions
  • Attend press trips as needed
  • Regular meetings/conference calls with the social-media team to plan future topics

Requirements:

  • Fluent in English, with conversational or better Japanese ability.
  • Experience working in the creative industry in Japan.
  • Based in or near Tokyo — applicants from other parts of Japan will not be considered.
  • Proficiency in camera work and reel production.
  • Have an existing social-media channel (subscriber count not a factor)
  • Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work with a high degree of autonomy.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Well-organized, adaptable, and eager to learn.
  • Valid work visa (if applicable).

Who would this position suit?

This position would suit someone with experience creating content for Instagram and/or TikTok, who is looking to take the next step in their career. You need to love exploring Tokyo and Japan, and be comfortable in front of the camera. If you want to shape your own work and make a real difference at a growing SME, this is your chance.

Application Process

Please go to this application link and provide the information requested.

Selection Procedure:

  • Suitable candidates will be invited for an interview.
  • Successful candidates from the first interview will be assigned a paid test task.
  • The final candidate will receive an offer of employment.
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