Join the team
Help run a third place for Japanese and international people
Red Look staff run the organization itself. Put your experience abroad — or at the forefront of your field — to work for the next person taking on a challenge.
- Pro bono (unpaid)
- About 5 hours a week
- Mostly online
- Sagamihara, Machida & Tama too
- Students and people abroad welcome
Who we're looking for
We're looking for people who
- Have experience abroad (study, work, working holiday, etc.)
- Are active at the forefront of their field
- Want to use that experience to help Japanese and international people take their next step
- Can join weekly activities (about 5 hours over two days a week) and regular meetings (2nd and 4th Thursdays, 21:00–22:00 JST)
No language requirement — you can work in English or Japanese.
Three teams
You'll join one of three teams
After joining, we'll place you on a team based on your interests and experience.
Marketing team
Share Red Look's work on social media and bring people to our events and community.
- Planning, posting, and analyzing social media
- Promoting events
- Creating web content, articles, and flyers
Social impact team
Plan and host events where Japanese and international people meet, and build ties with local government, companies, schools, and residents.
- Running in-person events in Shibuya and Sagamihara and the weekly online exchange
- Partnership projects with local government and schools
- Fundraising and sponsorship outreach
Program team
Use your experience working or studying abroad to teach and share know-how.
- Responding in free consultations and Red Hub
- Events and sessions sharing experience abroad and professional insight
- Creating language and career content
Staff vs. Red Supporters
Staff run the organization; Supporters help when they can
- Role
- StaffRun Red Look itselfRed SupportersHelp with events and more when you can
- Commitment
- StaffWeekly activities (about 5 hours over two days a week; submit your shifts)Red SupportersNo required attendance (once a month or every few months is fine)
- Regular meetings
- Staff2nd and 4th Thursdays, 21:00–22:00 JSTRed SupportersNo (reading Slack is enough)
- Goals & reviews
- StaffTeam roles, numeric goals, activity reports, and reviewsRed SupportersNone
- Cost
- StaffNone (pro bono, unpaid)Red Supporters¥1,500/month (¥1,000 is a donation)
- Best for
- StaffPeople with experience abroad or at the forefront of their fieldRed SupportersAnyone — no experience or language skills required
| Staff vs. Red Supporters | Staff | Red Supporters |
|---|---|---|
| Role | Run Red Look itself | Help with events and more when you can |
| Commitment | Weekly activities (about 5 hours over two days a week; submit your shifts) | No required attendance (once a month or every few months is fine) |
| Regular meetings | 2nd and 4th Thursdays, 21:00–22:00 JST | No (reading Slack is enough) |
| Goals & reviews | Team roles, numeric goals, activity reports, and reviews | None |
| Cost | None (pro bono, unpaid) | ¥1,500/month (¥1,000 is a donation) |
| Best for | People with experience abroad or at the forefront of their field | Anyone — no experience or language skills required |
If you'd like to start more casually, you can begin as a Red Supporter.
See Red SupportersSagamihara, Machida & Tama
We're also looking for members in the local area
Red Look is based in Sagamihara. If you'd like to plan and run events for Japanese and international people in the Sagamihara, Machida, or Tama area, we'd love to hear from you.
- You want to bring international exchange to your community
- You want to share your experience abroad with local people
- You want to use English or Japanese while you volunteer
Members
People you'll work with
Yutaro Akami (Eric)
Representative Director / Web Developer
Hayato Fujiwara
Personal Coach | Organizational Development
Zoey
Designer | Product Manager
Kevin
IT Support / PC Repair
Momo
Career Coach
How to apply
From application to your first activity
- 1
Send the application form
Tell us a little about yourself and why you'd like to join.
- 2
Online chat
We'll talk about activities, which team you'd like, and how often you can take part.
- 3
Slack invite and onboarding
Join your team and get started.
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FAQ
Questions about joining the staff
Is this a paid position?
No. In principle, staff take part on a pro bono (unpaid) basis.
How much time does it take?
About 5 hours a week, over two days. Regular meetings are on the 2nd and 4th Thursdays of each month, 21:00–22:00 JST. If your main job gets busy, let us know.
Do I need to speak English?
No. Most activities are in Japanese, and if Japanese isn't your strong language, you can work in English.
Can students apply?
Yes. We welcome anyone who can take on a role and goals, just like working professionals.
Can I join from outside Japan?
Yes. Most activities are online, and some members join across time zones. In-person events are mainly run by members near Shibuya and Sagamihara.
I can't commit every week. Can I still be involved?
Yes — as a Red Supporter, with no required attendance. Help with events once a month or once every few months.
Put your experience to work for the next person
Start with the application form. We'll have a relaxed chat online.