What is the age limit for TOKYO Besties?

Applicants must be between 13 and 22 years old and either reside in or attend school in Tokyo.

What skills are required for the activity?

The ability to communicate in Japanese and the skills to post content in English on Instagram and YouTube are required.

Is there any support during the program?

Yes. Workshops to discover Tokyo's charms and learn tips for social media posting will be provided for skill-up.

Recruitment for FY2026 'TOKYO Besties' - Tokyo Tourism PR Team for Global Youth

Published May 20, 2026 12:08 AM ・ Updated Jun 14, 2026 5:08 AM ・ 4 min read ・ Source: PR TIMES

Tokyo Metropolitan Government is recruiting approximately 15 members for the 'TOKYO Besties' PR team for fiscal year 2026. This team of youth aged 13-22, who live or study in Tokyo, will discover and share Tokyo's charms with their global peers through Instagram and YouTube in English and Japanese. The activity runs from late June 2026 to March 2027, including skill-up workshops. Applications close June 5, 2026.

Would you like to join your fellow 'TOKYO Besties' to discover new charms of Tokyo that you may have never noticed before, and act as a leader to share them with your peers overseas? We sincerely look forward to receiving applications from all eligible candidates.

1. Recruitment Guide

- Number of participants: Approximately 15 - Eligibility: - Individuals aged 13 to 22 who reside in or commute to school in Tokyo. - Individuals capable of communicating in Japanese and posting on social media in English. *Please check the URL below for details on application requirements.

- Activity Period: From late June 2026 to the end of March 2027. - Participation Fee: No fee for participation; no honorarium or rewards provided. - How to Apply: Please check the necessary details and apply through the URL below.

- Schedule until participant selection: - Recruitment period: May 18 (Mon) to June 5 (Fri), 2026 - 1st screening (Document screening): June 8 (Mon) to June 15 (Mon), 2026 - Notice to successful 1st screening candidates: June 16 (Tue), 2026 - 2nd screening (Face-to-face / Online interview): One day between June 19 (Fri) and June 24 (Wed), 2026 - Announcement of selected participants: June 26 (Fri), 2026

2. Participant Activities Participants will distribute videos and photos showcasing the charm of Tokyo through dedicated TOKYO Besties Instagram and YouTube accounts, targeting youth overseas.

- Content: Introduction of Tokyo's charms from the participants' perspectives, posts leveraging interaction among participants, etc. - Languages: English and Japanese - Support: Workshops aimed at improving participants' skills, such as discovering local/cultural charms of Tokyo and tips for social media posting. - Contact: TOKYO Besties Secretariat Email: [email protected]

*For further details regarding recruitment, application methods, and activity details, please check the site below. https://tokyobesties.tokyotokyo.jp/

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