Share Your World. Inspire a Generation.

International students in Japan — this one's for you! Join Tomoni International's Global Buddy Network. Share your culture, earn an honorarium, and add something meaningful to your resume.

What Is a Global Buddy?

A Global Buddy is an international university student living in Japan who joins Tomoni International programs at Japanese schools. You don't need to be a teacher — you just need to be yourself. You'll have real conversations with Japanese students, share your experiences, and show them that the world is friendly, interesting, and within reach. Your story is enough.

Buddy Profile
You! Global Buddy
Share your culture & language
💰 Earn a competitive daily honorarium
📝 Add a unique global experience to your resume
No teaching qualification needed — just your story & energy

Why Join Our Network?

Honorarium

Receive a daily honorarium for your participation in programs.

Meaningful Experience

Make a real difference in a young person's life. The impact of one genuine conversation can last a lifetime.

Build Your Network

Connect with other international students from around Japan and become part of a growing community.

Who Can Be a Global Buddy?

We welcome international university students from any country, any field of study, and any background. No teaching qualification needed — just confidence communicating in English, a warm personality, your story, and energy. 共に — together.

Quick 5-Minute Application

Ready to Join?

Register here via our Google Form. Fill in our short registration form and we'll be in touch when a program opportunity comes up near you. Registration takes less than five minutes.

Register as a Global Buddy

Have questions? Contact us at buddies@tomoniinternational.com