Build Your Own Community in Virtual Tokyo.
Become a District Founder. Bring people together, create experiences, grow your community, and share in its success.
- Up to 40% revenue share
- 100% remote / worldwide
- Creative freedom
- Founding leader opportunities
An independent, revenue-share partnership — not a salaried job.
What is a District Founder?
CollaboTokyo is a virtual Tokyo where creators, developers, entrepreneurs and brands meet and build things together. The city has nine districts, each with its own scene — and each needs someone to bring it to life.
We’re not looking for moderators who keep the lights on. We’re looking for people who want to build: the recognized leader of a district who grows participation, sparks conversations, organizes activities and turns a place into a community people want to come back to.
Your district. Your community. Your vision.
You lead the community
Set the tone, run the events, welcome new members and decide what your district is known for.
We run the platform
CollaboTokyo builds and operates the city, its infrastructure and its tools. You lead the community experience — the platform and district infrastructure stay ours.
You share in the upside
As your district grows and earns, you earn a share of its eligible revenue.
What could you build?
A few ideas to get you started. None of these are required — try different things, keep what works, and invent formats nobody has tried yet.
Weekly networking meetups
The same night every week, so people know where to find each other.
Creator collaboration events
Pair people up and watch collabs start in real time.
Startup pitch nights
A stage for founders and a room full of honest feedback.
Hackathons & competitions
A theme, a deadline and something shipped at the end.
Industry office hours
Experts answer questions in short, friendly slots.
Brand sponsorships
Bring in brands that genuinely fit your community.
Community challenges
30-day streaks, build-in-public sprints, themed prompts.
Workshops & learning sessions
Members teach members, from beginner to advanced.
Social media campaigns
Grow your district beyond the city walls.
Member-led projects
Give your most active members the keys to their own ideas.
How you earn
A simple revenue share on what your district earns. Clear terms, no surprises.
of eligible district revenue.
Grow your district and your share can grow with it.
Early founders may receive enhanced introductory revenue sharing.
Opportunities for separate referral commissions or event partnerships, subject to agreement.
Where district revenue can come from
- Brand booths
- Sponsorships
- Premium placements
- Paid events
- Community memberships
- Other district-specific monetization
The fine print, up front
- This is an independent, revenue-share-based opportunity — not a salaried position or employment.
- Revenue is not guaranteed. What a district earns depends on many things, including the community you build.
- Shares are calculated on eligible net platform revenue, as defined in your individual agreement.
- Leading a district doesn’t mean owning it: there is no permanent district ownership or perpetual revenue right. Terms are set in your agreement, starting with a 90-day pilot.
Earnings calculator
Illustrative onlyAn illustration, not a forecast or a guarantee. Actual revenue and earnings depend on your district’s performance and the terms of your individual agreement.
Why become a District Founder?
What you get out of it, beyond the revenue share.
Lead your own community
Not someone else’s server. A district with your name on the welcome sign.
Grow your network
Every event you host puts you at the center of the room.
Become a recognized leader
Build a public track record of bringing people together.
Build your personal brand
Your district, your formats, your voice.
Use CollaboTokyo’s infrastructure
Event spaces, booths, chat, profiles and AI tools — ready on day one.
Experiment freely
Try event formats and monetization ideas without building a platform.
Shape the platform
Founders have real influence on what we build next.
Work with the founding team
A direct line to the people building CollaboTokyo.
Reach the world
Your community isn’t limited by geography or time zone.
Explore the districts
Nine districts, each with its own scene. The themes are suggestions, not rules.
Recruiting now
Now recruiting渋谷ShibuyaCreatorsInfluencersContentSocial collabsShort-form videoBring together creators, influencers, streamers and the people who help them grow. Host collab nights, content challenges and creator–brand mixers — or invent a format nobody has tried yet.
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Now recruiting秋葉原AkihabaraDevelopersAI buildersGamingIndie hackersOpen sourceBring together developers, AI builders, gaming creators, and tech enthusiasts from around the world. Host hackathons, technical meetups, project showcases, and collaborations — or create something entirely new.
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Now recruiting新宿ShinjukuEntrepreneursStartupsNetworkingSmall businessProfessional servicesBring together entrepreneurs, startup teams, freelancers and small-business owners. Host pitch nights, founder circles and networking that actually leads somewhere — or design your own format.
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Future opportunities
Not open yet — but you can explore them and apply early. We keep every application on file.
Opening soon六本木RoppongiInternationalGlobal businessInvestorsInternational professionals and global connections.
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Opening soon恵比寿EbisuDesignFreelancersCreative workDesign, freelancers and creative work.
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Opening soon池袋IkebukuroAnimeEntertainmentFandomAnime, entertainment and fandom.
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Future opportunity銀座GinzaBrandsCommerceD2CBrands, business and commerce.
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Future opportunity上野UenoArtCultureLearningArt, culture and learning.
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Future opportunityお台場OdaibaFuture techInnovationExperimentsFuture technology, innovation and experimental projects.
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Who we’re looking for
Experience is helpful but not mandatory. No formal resume required.
You might be
- A community builder
- A Discord community founder or moderator
- An event or meetup organizer
- A micro-creator
- An indie hacker
- A startup community organizer
- A niche newsletter or online community operator
- Someone who loves connecting people
What matters
- Initiative
- Creativity
- Community-building instincts
- Ability to organize and execute
- Genuine interest in helping others connect
- Willingness to experiment
- Long-term thinking
How it works
- 1
Choose your district
Pick the community you want to develop.
- 2
Share your vision
Tell us what you would build and how you would attract early members.
- 3
Get started
Work with CollaboTokyo to launch your district.
- 4
Grow your community
Run events, build relationships, and experiment.
- 5
Share in the success
Earn from eligible revenue as the district develops.
Every founder starts with a 90-day pilot, so we can both see how it goes. Longer-term partnerships can follow.
Questions
Do I need to live in Tokyo?
No. CollaboTokyo is a virtual city and the program is 100% remote. Founders can be anywhere in the world.
Is this a paid job?
No. It’s an independent partnership, not employment and not a salaried role. Founders earn a share of eligible district revenue, so earnings depend on how the district performs and aren’t guaranteed.
How does revenue sharing work?
Founders receive a standard 30% of eligible net platform revenue from their district — things like brand booths, sponsorships, premium placements and paid events — with the opportunity to reach up to 40% through performance incentives. Exactly what counts as eligible revenue, and how it’s paid, is set out in your individual agreement.
Do I need an existing audience?
No. An audience can help, but what matters more is initiative and a clear idea of how you’d find your first members.
How much time do I need to commit?
There are no fixed hours. You decide how much time to invest; we’ll talk about what you have in mind during the pilot. More consistent activity usually means a livelier district.
Can I organize my own events?
Yes — that’s the point. You can design and run your own events and formats, within the community guidelines.
Can I bring existing community members?
Absolutely. Inviting people from your existing communities is one of the best ways to get a district going.
Can I recruit moderators or other organizers?
Yes. Many founders will want co-hosts and helpers. Formal roles for subdistrict leaders and moderators can be discussed as your district grows.
Can I lead multiple districts?
Start with one. If it goes well, leading more can be discussed. You can mention a second choice on the application.
Do I need prior community management experience?
No. It helps, but we care more about initiative, creativity and your instinct for bringing people together.
What happens after the 90-day pilot?
We review together how the pilot went. If it’s working for both sides, we can discuss a longer-term partnership and its terms. Either side can decide not to continue.
What happens if my district doesn’t generate revenue?
Then there’s no revenue to share. There’s no cost to you as a founder and no penalty — we’ll look at what was tried and decide together whether to continue.
Who owns the community and its content?
Members keep the rights to what they create, as set out in our Terms. The platform, district infrastructure and the district itself remain CollaboTokyo’s. Your own relationships and the reputation you build are yours. Specifics are covered in your agreement.
Help Build the First Communities of Virtual Tokyo.
Applying takes about 5 minutes. No account, no resume.
Apply to Become a District Founder