Focus Japan
Now Hiring Student Photographers

Turn passion
into pay.

Shoot memories. Earn real money.

Help inbound tourists create unforgettable memories in Japan with your photography.

¥5,000
30分
¥8,000
60分
¥12,000
90分
¥1,200
時給/hr
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About the Job

Createunforgettable memories for inbound tourists

Working as a photographer
¥8,000
60 min
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Meet the World
Communicate with inbound travelers and grow your language skills.
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Skills = Income
Better photography and stronger reviews lead to higher pay.
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Work Your Own Hours
Work during class breaks or weekends at your own pace.
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Boost Your Resume
Inbound support experience becomes a strong career story.
▤ Before You Apply

Everything you need to know before applying

Review the role, pay, support and international-student guidance before applying. Written terms are shared at hiring.

At a Glance

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Contract & pay

Freelance from ¥5,000 / 30 min. Part-time ¥1,200/hour plus transport.

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Locations

Kyoto, Osaka, Nara and Tokyo. Locations are set per booking.

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What the role includes

Meet clients, shoot, select/edit images and deliver them.

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Equipment

Bring your own DSLR or mirrorless camera. Rental is not available.

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Example: a 60-minute shoot

The role includes pre-shoot confirmation, editing and delivery as well as shooting. Travel and editing time vary by booking.

Focus Japan photographer editing photos
◷ 60 MIN SHOOT
✓
STEP 01

事前確認 / Before: client details

✓
STEP 02

撮影 / Shoot: 60 min client service

✓
STEP 03

編集 / Edit: select and retouch

✓
STEP 04

納品 / Deliver: send completed images

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Terms shared in writing before work

✓ Contract period, locations, availability windows, holidays and breaks.

✓ Part-time terms cover pay/travel/payroll; freelance terms cover fees, delivery and expenses.

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Support for your first shoots

Photographer supporting travelers
ONBOARDING SUPPORT

First shoot, never alone.

Online interview
Discuss the role and areas you can cover.

Training & first-shoot support
We share standards for service, shooting, editing and delivery.

◎ INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS

For international students

International students are welcome. Eligibility depends on visa status, work permission, contract type and hour tracking.

For part-time applicants

We confirm visa/permission status and total weekly hours at interview.

For freelance applicants

We individually check time records and work-permission eligibility.

◷ A Day in the Life

What a typicalshoot day looks like

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9:00Meet & Greet

Meet clients at the agreed spot and discuss locations and style.

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9:15Shooting Begins

Walk through sightseeing spots and capture natural smiles.

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10:15Wrap Up

The 60-minute shoot is complete. Clients thank you.

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〜夕方Edit & Deliver

Edit at home or on campus, then deliver finished images.

★ Reward

Maximum value.Earn in your free time.

¥8,000 for 60 minutes. Compare that to any other part-time job.

FreelancePer-shoot pay
¥5,000
30 min
¥8,000
60 min
¥12,000
90 min
¥16,000
120 min
  • ✓ Transport included
  • ✓ Basic retouching included
  • ★ Earn more with great reviews
Part-timeStable hourly pay
¥1,200/ hour
+ Transport allowance
  • ✓ Stable income
  • ✓ Flexible shifts
  • ✓ International students welcome
✓ Requirements

We're looking for you if...

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Own a camera (required)
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Hospitality mindset
✓
Integrity & reliability
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Physical stamina & drive
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Language skills (English welcome)
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Communication skills
⌖ Locations: Kyoto, Osaka, Nara, Tokyo (varies by job)
↗ How to Apply

Simple4-step process

01
Apply via Form
Fill out the application form below
02
Online Interview
A casual chat via Zoom or similar
03
Hired & Training
A senior photographer joins your first shoot
04
Start Shooting!
Create memories for inbound tourists
FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Answers to common questions before you apply.

📷 Equipment & Shooting
Yes, please bring your own DSLR or mirrorless camera. If you only have a smartphone, contact us to discuss. We do not currently offer equipment rental.
No specific model is required. We recommend a camera capable of RAW shooting.
We recommend Lightroom or Capture One, but free tools are also fine. Standards are shared during training.
📅 Schedule & Work Style
You can start with one shoot per week (from 30 minutes). Please prioritize your studies and activities.
We match customer requests with your availability.
If you are unwell, contact us immediately and we will arrange a replacement.
💰 Pay & Payment
Payment is processed at month-end and transferred on the 15th of the following month.
For freelancers, transport is included in the fee. For part-timers, actual costs are reimbursed.
When your average rating exceeds ★4.5 for a set number of reviews, your rate increases from the following month.
🌍 International Students & Language
Absolutely. At the interview, we confirm your visa/permission status and total weekly hours including other jobs.
We generally recommend part-time work because hours are easier to manage. Freelance work is checked individually.
Basic English communication is sufficient. We share common phrases during training.
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お名前 / Name / 姓名 / 이름

メールアドレス / Email / 邮箱 / 이메일

大学・学校名 / School / 学校名称 / 학교명

学年 / Year / 年级 / 학년

使用カメラ / Camera / 使用相机 / 사용 카메라

語学力 / Language skills / 语言能力 / 언어 능력

ポートフォリオURL / Portfolio URL / 作品集链接 / 포트폴리오 URL

過去の撮影実績 / Photography experience / 拍摄经验 / 촬영 경험

希望雇用形態 / Preferred work type / 希望雇用形式 / 희망 고용 형태

メッセージ / Message / 留言 / 메시지

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