Looking for Experienced Freelance Writers in Japan

We are looking for talented and experienced writers with a passion for Japanese history, culture, nature, and travel. If this sounds like you, please get in touch.

About FunkyCorp

We are a digital agency based in Tokyo. We produce websites for overseas visitors to Japan and work with high-profile clients to create engaging, practical English content with an emphasis on detail and accuracy. Much of our work focuses on historical sites, cultural properties, national parks, and in-depth aspects of Japanese culture.

More about us: https://www.funkycorp.com/en/

Ideal candidates:

Native English writers with experience writing about Japan, and ideally based in Japan.

Impeccable grammar and a keen eye for detail.

A strong understanding of Japanese culture.

A proven track record of producing high-quality written work.

Responsible, reliable, and able to meet deadlines.

Familiar with The Chicago Manual of Style.

Fluency in spoken and written Japanese is desirable, but not essential.

Please send your resume and provide links to a selection of published work, preferably on Japan-related topics. Successful candidates may be asked to write a trial piece on an assigned topic (approximately 250 words).

We receive a large number of applications, so we may not be able to respond to inquiries immediately. Please make sure you meet the above criteria before submitting your application.