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PROMOTION STAFF

A 10-language audio guide service for visitors to Japan

Turn sharing the best of Tokyo
into results and rewards.

A partner program where you introduce GuideTunes to travelers, helping them enjoy Tokyo's history, culture and food more deeply. Qualifying first purchases made via your dedicated QR code or referral link are measured, and you receive performance-based rewards according to your results. Within the rules, you choose the way of working that suits you — in person, on social media, on the web, or at partner venues and events.

Review the activities and reward terms, then applySee what the activity involves
Independent-contractor styleDedicated QR codesResults in your dashboardClear activity rules
This program is not recruitment for part-time employment. It is activity based on a partner agreement defining the activities and performance-reward terms. There are no fixed shifts, hourly wages or minimum rewards.
Guiding travelers who showed interestConcept image

Bring travelers a valuable experience, and have the results rewarded fairly.

This is not mere advertising — it is activity that helps travelers understand and enjoy the appeal of each area more deeply. Accesses and first purchases via your dedicated QR code and referral link are measured and reflected in performance rewards under the defined terms.

Introducing GuideTunes to travelers

When a conversation starts near a sight, or a traveler shows interest, you introduce the guide by showing it on your smartphone screen.

Showing cards with your dedicated QR code

Hand over a card with your personal QR code, and travelers can listen to the first free track on the spot.

Sharing your dedicated URL on social media and the web

Post your dedicated link on Instagram, X, blogs, travel forums and similar places.

Guiding at stores and events with permission

Guide visitors at pre-approved locations such as partner storefronts and event venues.

Reporting user feedback

Share the impressions and requests you hear from travelers, so the guides can improve.

Joining designated campaigns

Take part in limited-time referral campaigns organized by GuideTunes.

Indiscriminate street flyering and aggressive solicitation are prohibited by the activity rules. The basis of this activity is polite guidance for travelers who show interest.

Who this suits

People who want to share the appeal of Tokyo and Japan with travelers

People who want to use their experience or interest in tourism, hospitality, languages or social media

People who follow the activity rules and can guide without causing misunderstandings

People who understand a performance-based reward system rather than a fixed salary

People who want to keep active in a way that suits them

Experience is not required — following the activity rules matters most.

Ways to be active

Guide in personConcept image

Guide in person

When travelers show interest, introduce GuideTunes using your QR card or your smartphone screen.

Share on social & webConcept image

Share on social & web

Introduce GuideTunes with your dedicated URL, alongside your own posts and travel information.

At partner venues & eventsConcept image

At partner venues & events

Guide visitors at pre-approved stores, facilities and events, following the defined rules.

Some activities require permission or a check of the activity rules beforehand.

The more results you build up, the higher next month's reward rate.

Rewards are paid on the eligible net sales of qualifying first purchases, at the rate of your current rank. Last month's results determine next month's rank, so sustained activity is reflected in your reward rate.

STARTER
30%

Last month under ¥30,000

Applies to next month's rate

PRO
35%

Last month ¥30,000 to under ¥70,000

Applies to next month's rate

ELITE
40%

Last month ¥70,000 or more

Applies to next month's rate

How it works

  • New promotion staff start at 30% (STARTER).
  • Rank upgrades take effect the following month.
  • Downgrades occur only after two consecutive months below the threshold.
  • Only qualifying first purchases are eligible.
  • Automatic renewals are generally not eligible.
  • Refunds, cancellations and fraudulent transactions are excluded.
  • Attribution: the first QR code scanned, valid for 7 days, never overwritten (first touch).

Example (one case)

Last month's eligible net sales: ¥40,000 → next month you are PRO (35%). If next month's eligible net sales are also ¥40,000, the reward is ¥14,000. Actual rewards follow finalized statements.

How results are attributed

First-touch attribution — the first QR code or URL scanned, valid for 7 days, never overwritten

  • Results attribute to the promotion staff whose dedicated QR code or URL was scanned first (first touch).
  • The attribution window is 7 days; scanning another QR within it does not overwrite the attribution.
  • Only purchases via a valid partner code are eligible.
  • Refunds, cancellations and fraud are excluded; self-purchases are detected and excluded.
  • If cookies or similar technologies are unavailable, attribution may not be possible.

So you can be active with confidence

So that your guidance earns the trust of travelers, local communities and venues, we set rules on where you are active, how you approach people, the materials you use and how information is handled.

Activity rules

  • Use approved materials and copy
  • Be active only in permitted places and ways
  • Introduce yourself accurately as a GuideTunes partner
  • Answer questions honestly; escalate what you don't know
  • Never use information learned in activity for other purposes

Prohibited

  • Distributing in places without permission
  • Blocking foot traffic
  • Aggressive solicitation
  • Claiming to be a GuideTunes employee
  • Implying official partnerships with non-partner venues
  • Altering promo materials without approval
  • False discount claims
  • Self-purchases or soliciting fraudulent purchases
  • Collecting personal data on your own

An example of activity

  1. 13:00Check the location and rules
  2. 13:15Start guiding (travelers who show interest)
  3. 15:00Finish and report
  4. LaterCheck results in your dashboard

This is only an example. It does not represent fixed shifts or working hours.

See your referral results for yourself.

Check accesses via your dedicated QR code and referral link, first purchases, eligible net sales, estimated rewards, your current rank and progress to the next rank. Reviewing your results helps you improve how you guide and what you post.

Dedicated QRSocial share linksAccesses per QRFirst purchasesEligible net salesEstimated rewardsCurrent rankAmount to next rankFinalized rewardsPayment statusMaterialsActivity rulesSupport

From application to your first activity

  1. Apply
  2. Review & contract
  3. Dedicated QR issued
  4. Introduce appropriately
  5. Results tracked
  6. Rewards paid

Frequently asked questions

Is this a part-time job or employment?
No. This program is not recruitment for part-time employment. It is activity based on a partner agreement (independent-contractor style) that defines the activities and performance-reward terms. There are no fixed shifts, hourly wages or minimum rewards.
How are rewards calculated?
Your rank's rate (STARTER 30% / PRO 35% / ELITE 40%) applies to the eligible net sales of qualifying first purchases made via your dedicated QR code or referral link. Your rank is set by last month's eligible net sales and takes effect the following month. Automatic renewals are generally not eligible; refunds, cancellations and fraud are excluded.
When are rewards paid?
Payments are based on finalized statements reflecting refunds and fraud checks. Payment dates, methods and transfer terms are explained at contract time.
Where can I do this?
Mainly at stores and events with permission, and by sharing your dedicated URL on social media and the web. Distributing without permission and blocking foot traffic are prohibited. Please review the activity rules before starting.
Are there any fees?
No participation or registration fees. Expenses such as transportation are your own responsibility.
Do I need experience?
Not required. Experience or interest in tourism, hospitality, languages or social media all helps — what matters most is following the activity rules.
Is there an age requirement?
You must be old enough to be a party to the agreement. Details of the age requirement are provided at contract time after you apply.

Adopting or partnering with GuideTunes does not guarantee an increase in sales, purchases or usage. Results vary depending on placement, guidance methods, visitor numbers, usage and content.

Before you apply

  • You can understand the contract terms
  • You can follow the activity rules
  • You can complete identity verification
  • You can provide a bank account for rewards
  • You can check any tax procedures you may need

Join us as a partner in bringing the best of Tokyo to travelers.

Before applying, please review the contract type, performance-reward terms, activity rules and prohibited conduct.

Promotion Staff application

Four steps. You confirm each key term individually. Progress is saved on this device for seven days.

STEP 1 / 4 — Basic information

Basic information

ABOUT THE OPERATOR

About the operator

GuideTunes is planned, developed and operated by Tsurunomaru BASE. We run everything end to end — planning and producing multilingual audio guides, partnering with stores and venues, issuing dedicated QR codes, measuring usage and purchases, and managing partner payouts and rewards. Our aim is to raise the value of travelers' experiences while generating business results for the stores, venues, regions and partners we work with, through a system built for continuous improvement.

Trade name
Tsurunomaru BASE
Representative
Genki Mori
Service
GuideTunes
Location
Tokyo, Japan
Business
Planning, production and operation of multilingual audio guides
Contact
partner@guidetunes.com
Operator info
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