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You know your neighborhood better than any guidebook. MATCHS connects you with travelers who want the real Japan — through a friend, not a company.
Share Your Japan. Your Way.
No minimums, no schedules, no experience required. Just your love for where you live.
Set Your Own Rate
You decide what your time is worth. No bidding, no haggling — set your price and keep most of it.
Meet Travelers from Everywhere
Practice languages, share stories, make friends across borders. Every hangout is a cultural exchange.
Share What You Love
Hiking trails, hidden bars, family-run ramen shops — your passion is your expertise. There is no wrong answer.
From Zero to Local Friend in 30 Seconds
No interview. No approval queue. No waiting.
Fill in 4 Lines
Name, email, your area, and one hidden gem only you know. That is it.
Instant Profile Preview
See exactly what travelers will see. Add a photo and tags later at your own pace.
You Are In — First in Line
When travelers search your area, you will be the first to know. No waiting for approval.
Create Your Local Friend Profile
4 fields. 30 seconds. No commitment.
Quick Questions
Not at all. The best MATCHS "local friends" are everyday people who love their area. If you can show someone your favorite ramen spot, you are qualified.
Zero commitment. Set your availability whenever you want. One hangout a month is fine.
Conversational English helps, but we have travelers who speak Japanese, Chinese, Korean, Spanish, and more.
Travelers pay through Stripe at booking. Your earnings (minus commission) are transferred weekly. No chasing invoices.