
WE'RE HIRING
Share Miura's finest views with guests from around the world.
We're looking for tour guides to lead guests on small, open-air EVs. Conversational English is enough, and weekend or part-time shifts are welcome.
You drive. We guide. Together, let's help people discover the real Japan.
Conversational English is enough
It doesn't need to be perfect. You'll grow more confident by talking with guests.
Flexible shifts
From one day a week, including weekends only. Full-time is welcome too.
Full training provided
The vehicles are simple to drive. You'll train on the vehicle and route before your first tour.
What you'll do
- Lead tours on small open-air EVs and keep everyone safe
- Share Miura's history and culture at each stop
- Help guests take photos on their phones
- Light cleaning of vehicles and our base
If you're interested, you can also help with social media and drone filming.
A morning as a guide
9:00
Get ready: check bookings and inspect the EVs and batteries
9:45
Welcome guests and walk them through driving and safety
10:00
Head out: share views and local history over the intercom, and take photos at scenic stops
11:00
Back at base: share photos and recommend a spot for lunch
Three tours a day, up to six guests each, with guides at the front and back of the group. You can work just mornings or just afternoons.
What our guests say
"It felt like being a carefree kid again!"
"Like driving your own roller coaster!"
About us
We use the joy of exploration to raise the value of our region and welcome smiles from around the world.
Respect for our community comes first: farm vehicles always have priority, and we pause when passing. We're looking for people who value that too.
Because we work with guests from around the world and our local community, we value empathy above all.
About our company →What you'll gain
Your ideas shape the tours
Help plan new routes and rainy-day activities, not just follow a manual.
Real-world English
Share Miura with guests in your own words.
Local connections
Work with farmers, local businesses and partners like Keikyu to build the tours.
Job details
- Position
- Tour guide
- Employment
- Part-time / contract
- Pay
- From ¥1,300/hour From ¥1,750/hour if you take on management duties such as supporting staff and running operations
- Bonuses
- Safety bonus: ¥5,000 for every 30 tours completed without an accident Hospitality bonus: ¥5,000 for every 15 positive guest reviews
- Transportation
- Covered up to ¥1,000 per day
- Hours
- 9:00–11:30 / 12:30–14:30 / 15:30–17:30 (earlier in winter, following sunset) From one day a week
- Location
- 495 Shimomiyada, Hasse-machi, Miura City, Kanagawa (1 min walk from Keikyu Misakiguchi Station)
- Requirements
- A driver's license valid in Japan (automatic OK), such as a Japanese license, an International Driving Permit (IDP), or a license from Taiwan, Germany, etc. with an official Japanese translation Conversational English
- Nice to have
- Language or hospitality experience, people who enjoy meeting others and take safety seriously. Returning to work after a break is welcome Working holiday visa holders welcome
How to apply
- 1Apply via the form
- 2We'll get in touch
- 3Casual chat (online OK)
- 4Training
- 5Your first tour
We'll get back to you within 3 days.
FAQ
Q. How much English do I need?
Conversational English is enough. It doesn't have to be perfect. A smile and good hospitality go a long way.
Q. I'm not confident about driving.
The vehicles are simple and easy to drive, and you'll be trained before your first tour.
Q. Can students apply?
Yes. You can work weekends only or mornings only, around your studies.
Q. What happens on rainy days?
Tours don't run in bad weather. We decide by 6 p.m. the day before and let you know.
Q. Can I work with a foreign driver's license?
You need a license that is valid in Japan, such as an International Driving Permit (IDP), or a license from Taiwan, Germany, etc. with an official Japanese translation. We'll confirm your eligibility before you drive.
Q. Do you help with housing or visas?
We don't provide or arrange housing, and we don't sponsor visas. Please find your own place within commuting distance of Misakiguchi Station.
Help us build a new kind of travel in Miura.
Apply nowRecruitment inquiries: staff@radishride.com