MATCHA is Seeking Content Writers and Editors! Share Your Creativity with Travelers

Have you been living in Japan for a while and got to know and to love this country and its culture? Would you like to contribute to promoting Japan as a travel destination?

If your answer was yes to both questions, please read on to find out more about a work opportunity available at MATCHA, a platform specialized in travel information for visitors to Japan.

MATCHA is seeking to hire content editors, as well as content writers to join our Inbound Strategy Department.

Content Editor: Position Details
Content Writer: Position Details

MATCHA's Philosophy

Our vision is to "Help Preserve Japan's Valuable Cultures."

Japan has many beautiful cultures such as Japanese cuisine, sake, traditional crafts, architecture, and others, each with its unique features. Due to issues like commercialization and a shortage of manpower in some regions, traditional Japanese culture is rapidly declining.

Moreover, many Japanese people are unaware of their own traditional culture. MATCHA took as its mission to convey the charm of every region in Japan to people from all around Japan and the world. We are committed to exploring and discovering the wonders within Japanese culture and spreading these values through the ages.

About MATCHA's Founding Anniversary

MATCHA Inc. was born on December 3, 2013. The reason for choosing this day is that on the same day in 1888, Japan transitioned from using the old lunar calendar to the Gregorian calendar, marking the country's move towards global standards.

This aligns with what we want to achieve, namely spreading information about Japan to the world!

MATCHA's Current Status

Currently, our company has nearly 20 employees, among whom four are non-Japanese nationals.

Among the Japanese staff, our president and business executives have traveled around the world, while our COO has studied in New York.

Because everyone has a different background, we understand and respect each other's cultures and habits. At MATCHA, everyone has the right to express their opinions and ideas, and individual thoughts can be realized through teamwork.

Content Editor: Position Details

- We are seeking contract-based English content editors.
- The successful candidate can work remotely.
- The main task of content editors is to ensure the quality of articles promoting the products of MATCHA's clients.
- The editor is expected to deliver good-quality articles and to respect deadlines and publishing schedules.
- Some projects might require that the content editor accompany the writer and the photographer to a designated destination to gather information for a sponsored article. In this case, travel and accommodation expenses are covered by MATCHA.

Compensation

Ranging from 10,000 to 30,000 yen per article (*full reimbursement for transportation, meals, and accommodation)

*Job interviews for this position can be held mainly on weekdays, and candidates available on weekdays will be given priority.
*Please note that this position cannot assist with visa applications.

Requirements

1. A good command of written and spoken English.
2. Japanese language skills that correspond to levels N1 or N2 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The editors use Japanese to communicate with project managers and other staff, as well as during interviews and coverages.
3. A good knowledge of Japanese culture and history, as well as of Japan's geography.
4. Relevant editorial experience in the field of content and web media.
5. The candidate should reside in Japan and should possess a valid working visa or another visa that allows them to work in Japan.

How to Apply for the Content Editor Position

Step 1. Please send us your resume and a short letter explaining the reasons why you decided to apply for this position at general@matcha-jp.com

Step 2. The candidates who pass the first screening will be contacted and invited to an interview.

Step 3. The candidates who pass the first interview will be asked to submit a series of assignments related to the content editor position.

Step 4. The successful candidates will be invited to a second interview.

Content Writer: Position Details

- The English content writer position is also contract job.
- The ideal candidate is a freelance English language writer residing in Japan, a person with a flexible schedule and available to travel for several days within Japan for coverages.
- The task of the content writer is to create articles promoting the products of MATCHA's clients in cooperation with the content editors in charge of the project.
- Content writers perform the necessary coverages themselves, conducting interviews and gathering the necessary information for writing the articles they were requested. In many cases, they are also in charge of taking photographs at the coverage locations.
- The writer is expected to deliver good-quality articles and to respect deadlines.

Compensation

Ranging from 20,000 to 30,000 yen per article (*full reimbursement for transportation, meals, and accommodation)

*Job interviews for this position can be held mainly on weekdays, and candidates available on weekdays will be given priority.
*Please note that this position cannot assist with visa applications.

Requirements

1. A good command of written and spoken English.
2. Japanese language skills that correspond to at least level N2 of the Japanese Language Proficiency Test. The writers will use Japanese to conduct interviews during official coverages.
3. A good knowledge of Japanese culture and history, as well as of Japan's geography.
4. Relevant writing experience, knowledge of SEO, and web marketing experience.
5. The candidate should reside in Japan and should possess a valid visa that allows them to work in Japan.

How to Apply for the Content Writer Position

Step 1. Please send us your resume and a short letter explaining the reasons why you decided to apply for this position at general@matcha-jp.com
Step 2. The candidates who pass the first screening will be contacted and invited to an interview.
Step 3. The candidates who pass the first interview will be asked to submit a series of assignments related to the content editor position.
Step 4. The successful candidates will be invited to a second interview.

We look forward to your applications.