PR Manager
On-site · Tokyo, Tokyo, Japan
Job Summary
As PR Manager for Japan based in Tokyo, you will own the local communications strategy across consumer, product, and corporate, partnering with regional leaders and global teams to tell bold stories that shape culture and grow the business. Lead media relations with tech, lifestyle, business, and design outlets; drive integrated campaign moments for product launches and brand storytelling; manage the local PR agency; and act as the go-to comms partner for the Japan leadership team. The role requires deep knowledge of the Japan media landscape, strong storytelling and influencer engagement skills, data-informed decision making, and bilingual fluency in Japanese and English. You will collaborate cross-functionally with marketing, community, and commercial teams to drive impact, monitor reputation and issues, and track coverage and performance.
Required Qualifications
- Experience in consumer tech PR with direct media pitching
- Agency collaboration experience
- Data analysis and marketing analytics understanding
- Knowledge of pop culture, internet culture, and social media trends
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
- Results-driven with KPI focus
- Bilingual in Japanese and English
Apply with one swipe on Sorce. We auto-fill applications and apply on your behalf — no cover letters, no 40-minute forms.
Hiring someone like this?
Get your role in front of qualified candidates on Sorce.