Marketing Sales,Influencer Marketing - MIHA, Inc. (Secondment)(A&M)

Job Description

This role supports influencer marketing and sales activities for MIHA, Inc., a Rakuten group company, with a focus on planning campaigns, developing relationships with influencers and brands, coordinating proposals, and delivering measurable results. Candidates are expected to have experience in marketing, sales, advertising, public relations, or influencer and social-media campaigns. Strong communication, negotiation, project coordination, and presentation skills are important, along with commercial awareness and an understanding of digital platforms and consumer trends. Business-level Japanese and English may be required or strongly preferred, as the role involves working with internal teams, clients, creators, and overseas stakeholders. The successful candidate should be proactive, organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing several campaigns in a fast-paced environment.

Company Info

Rakuten, Inc. is one of Japan’s largest internet services companies and operates a broad ecosystem covering e-commerce, fintech, mobile communications, travel, digital content, advertising, and professional sports. Founded in Tokyo in 1997, the company serves consumers and businesses in Japan and international markets through well-known services such as Rakuten Ichiba, Rakuten Card, Rakuten Mobile, and Rakuten Travel. Rakuten promotes an integrated membership and loyalty model, allowing customers to earn and use Rakuten Points across many services. MIHA, Inc. is associated with Rakuten’s influencer and digital marketing activities, helping brands connect with audiences through creators and social platforms. The company’s working environment is generally international and technology-oriented, with emphasis on innovation, collaboration, data-driven marketing, and expanding digital businesses.

Destination Guide

Japan offers strong opportunities in technology, e-commerce, advertising, marketing, finance, tourism, education, and customer support, especially in Tokyo, Osaka, Nagoya, and Fukuoka. The culture values punctuality, politeness, teamwork, reliability, and attention to detail. Workplaces can be structured, although international companies and startups often offer more flexible styles. Japan provides excellent public transport, convenient urban services, safe communities, rich food culture, and easy access to mountains, beaches, and historic towns. Living costs are highest in Tokyo, while regional cities may offer more affordable housing. Foreign professionals normally need an appropriate work visa sponsored by an employer; common options include the Engineer/Specialist in Humanities/International Services visa and Highly Skilled Professional visa. Applicants should prepare educational or employment documents and confirm eligibility before moving. Learning basic Japanese is highly recommended for daily life, administration, and broader career opportunities.