JNTO is seeking to employ a Media & Marketing Assistant Manager to join the team. This is an exciting role to develop relationships with the media and industry partners and manage projects to enhance tourism to Japan. This position is based in Sydney.

Partners Information: The Azalea Festival at Tsutsujigaoka Park is held each year from around mid-April to mid-May. Marvel at over 10,000 azaleas, including one that is believed to be over 800 years old and another that was grown from seeds that have been to outer space! 

Partners Information: Take a step back in time to the Edo Period at Kawagoe in Saitama Prefecture. Experience Japan from a bygone time, and in the springtime enjoy a scenic boat ride down a sakura-lined river.  

Partners Information: Uminonakamichi Seaside Park in Fukuoka is known for its floral displays but also boasts plenty of activities and attractions to keep the whole family entertained. A new area including glamping-style accomodation and a bathhouse was launched last month. 

Partners Information: Amezaiku is the centuries-old craft of shaping candy into various forms. Learn how to create a kawaii (cute) rabbit from a ball of candy in a workshop under the guidance of experts, and take home a unique piece of edible art.