The Marketing Supervisor supports the hotel’s marketing and communications activities, including campaign planning, digital content, social media, partnerships, promotions, and brand initiatives. Candidates typically need experience in hotel marketing, communications, public relations, or a related field, along with strong writing, organization, and coordination skills. Fluency in Japanese and business-level English is highly desirable. The role requires confidence working with hotel departments, agencies, media contacts, and external partners. The successful candidate is expected to protect the Westin brand, meet deadlines, use digital marketing tools effectively, understand the Japanese hospitality market, and contribute creatively to increasing awareness, guest engagement, and revenue.
The Westin Yokohama is a luxury wellness-focused hotel in Minato Mirai, one of Yokohama’s most prominent waterfront business and entertainment districts. It is part of Westin Hotels & Resorts, a Marriott International brand known for its emphasis on well-being, restorative stays, and services such as the Heavenly Bed, nutritious dining, fitness facilities, and wellness programming. The hotel serves international leisure travelers, corporate guests, meetings, and events, and benefits from Yokohama’s strong tourism, convention, and business markets. Marriott International is one of the world’s largest hospitality companies, operating a broad portfolio of hotels and resorts across numerous countries. Employees can generally expect an international working environment, structured brand standards, training opportunities, and access to Marriott’s global hospitality network.
Japan offers varied hospitality opportunities in hotels, resorts, restaurants, tourism, events, wellness, and corporate marketing. Tokyo, Osaka, Kyoto, Yokohama, Okinawa, and Hokkaido are major employment destinations, with international hotels often seeking candidates who can communicate in both Japanese and English. Japanese workplaces value punctuality, respect, teamwork, attention to detail, and careful communication. Life in Japan is generally safe and convenient, with excellent public transport, reliable services, and a wide range of food and cultural experiences. Living costs are highest in Tokyo and major urban centers, while regional areas may offer a slower pace and lower rent. Foreign nationals normally need an appropriate work visa sponsored by an employer; a university degree or relevant professional experience may be required for marketing roles. Candidates should prepare translated documents, verify visa conditions, arrange accommodation, and budget for deposits, transport, health insurance, and daily expenses before relocating.
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