JapaNabor
JapaNabor
Journey through Japan with Students from Your Country
Tourism support like a local friend from $20 per hour
Share culture and language, feel safe even on your first trip to Japan
What is JapaNabor?
JapaNabor is a new travel style where you explore Japan together with international students from your country.
Since you share the same language and culture, you can feel at ease even on your first trip to Japan.
Your journey becomes a special time where you support students' dreams while discovering Japan's hidden charms not found in guidebooks.
Walking the City with Friends
Enjoy casual and comfortable time like strolling with local friends.
Connection Through Native Language
Speaking in your native language means even subtle nuances are understood.
Reliable Travel Partner
Someone you can always count on is by your side when you're in trouble or feeling anxious.
Why JapaNabor?
Solving traveler anxieties through connections with international students
Language anxiety → Peace of mind in your native language
I don't know what to order at restaurants...
International students from your country accurately convey your feelings as interpreters
Lonely solo travel → Like traveling with hometown friends
Being alone in an unfamiliar place feels somehow lonely and anxious...
With students who share the same culture, it feels like traveling with friends from home
Don't know where to go → Special routes only locals know
Want to have truly valuable experiences in limited time...
Guided to special routes including local spots students actually visit, unreachable for tourists
Guidebook tourism → Real Japan loved by students
Tourist spots are beautiful but can't feel real Japanese life and culture...
Experience authentic Japan at local places students use daily, not tourist-oriented
Experience Gallery
Amazing moments you can experience with JapaNabor
Urban Exploration
Cultural Experience
Gourmet Experience
Making Memories
How It Works
Get matched with international students in 4 simple steps
1
Apply
Enter your preferred date, area, and support content to submit your application
2
Matching
Our team will search for international students that meet your criteria and contact you within 2-3 days
3
Payment
Complete your payment through the payment link you received
4
Meet Up
Meet at the designated location on the day and enjoy a special Japan experience
Frequently Asked Questions
Answers to common questions from travelers
International students from your country studying at Japanese universities or vocational schools. We verify their identity and residence status to ensure your peace of mind.
Tourist attraction guidance, menu explanations at restaurants, transportation support, photography, and more are available.
Being from the same country, you can easily consult about small questions or concerns during your trip. Since you share culture and customs, nuances are easier to understand, enabling smoother communication.
*According to travel industry regulations, we cannot handle accommodation or transportation bookings.
Yes, you can use our service. If you prefer same-gender assistance, please consult with us when applying. For safety reasons, we do not accept requests for opposite-gender assistants.
Please submit your application with your preferred date and time. Our staff will search for a suitable student who meets your conditions and contact you within 2-3 days. If we cannot find a match, we will also notify you of this.
$20 per hour.
We will inform you of the total amount based on the required time in advance.
Fees for facilities and transportation used together with your assistant (admission fees, dining costs, transportation costs, etc.) will be your responsibility.
Free cancellation up to 48 hours before start. Specified cancellation fees apply after that.
For International Students Living in Japan
Use your experience to support travelers from your country
At JapaNabor, international students studying in Japan are actively working as assistants for travelers from their home countries.