Guide on your terms, meet curious travelers, and turn
your love for Japan into unforgettable experiences.
A flexible way to earn and inspire.
* 60% share + badge system
for increasing rewards
Join TOMOGO! and become part of our community of passionate locals. Work on your terms, share the places and culture you love, and help travelers experience Japan in a unique way.
Turn your knowledge into income by sharing your passion for food, history, nature, or pop culture, and make a real impact while guiding unforgettable tours.
Join our free seminar to find out about what being a TOMOGO! Tour Leader is all about.
In some cases, office-based training may be available depending on your experience and location.
Install the app and choose when you’re available.
Work on your own schedule.
Travelers can book you based on your profile, interests, and availability.
Show travelers your favorite local spots and share your knowledge and passion.
Receive payments for each tour, plus badges and perks based on your reviews and activity.
Here’s all it takes to get started on
your journey as a tour leader.
Enjoy meeting new people and showing off your local area!
(starting with Kanto and Kansai)
Help reshape tourism by guiding travelers off the beaten path and into real local life.
TOMOGO! was created to rethink tourism in Japan. By guiding travelers to lesser-known spots and offering more personal, meaningful tours, you help reduce overcrowding in popular areas while supporting local communities that are often overlooked.
Every tour you lead brings real impact, economically, culturally, and socially. You’ll offer guests a more authentic experience of Japan and become part of a more sustainable, people-focused way to travel.
More than just guiding. TOMOGO! gives you tools, freedom, and real support.
Get connected instantly with travelers looking for unique local experiences.
Set your own schedule. More availability means more earnings and connections.
Chat freely and share your favorite side of Japan, just like you would with a friend!
TOMOGO! provides guidance, resources, and a team to help you succeed.
Help travelers explore Japan differently. Authentic, local, and sustainable.
Get to know some of the amazing locals who make TOMOGO! special.
My name is Serdar and I am from Turkey. I have lived in Japan for 12...My name is Serdar and I am from Turkey. I have lived in Japan for 12 years and I love the country along with its culture, language, food, and people. I have primarily worked in the hospitality field as a receptionist at hotels, restaurants, and also worked as a language instructor for Turkish and English in Tokyo. I recently became a TOMOGO! tour leader in Tokyo because I love the idea of being outdoors, exploring more of Japan, meeting wonderful people from all around the world, and sharing experiences to make their visits even more special and meaningful. I am passionate about creating personalized tours tailored to my guests’ interests. Let’s go and explore with TOMOGO!
I discovered TOMOGO! on Instagram and loved their mission...I discovered TOMOGO! on Instagram and loved their mission, it’s similar to mine. As a guide, I enjoy connecting with people from around the world and showing them lesser-known spots in Tokyo. I also love exploring and learning about the places I visit, which I get to do while guiding others. TOMOGO! stood out to me because we share the same goal: helping tourists discover hidden places in Tokyo, especially in response to over-tourism in popular areas. The team is incredibly supportive, communicative, and kind, and I’m really glad I joined. I’ve already met so many people who share my interests and vision.
As a Tour Leader based in Tokyo, I’ve had the joy of meeting people...As a Tour Leader based in Tokyo, I’ve had the joy of meeting people from around the world and sharing the city’s rich culture, history, and hidden gems. Guests often appreciate my professionalism, flexibility, and deep knowledge of Japan. I joined TOMOGO! to help travelers experience Tokyo in a meaningful way. If you love connecting with people, guiding is an incredibly rewarding path.
Want to be part of the TOMOGO! journey too?
Join us today!
Sign up for a free seminar and join our growing
community of passionate tour leaders.
Your new adventure starts today!
*Limited capacity & regularly held events.
