To all foreigners
living in Japan

Let’s receive an incentive by
giving your opinion to
the
companies. Just only your
thinking!

e-gaikokujin

New registration (For free)

What is
“e-gaikokujin”?

In a wide range of fields, including private companies, research institutes, universities, and municipalities, it is
essential to conduct “research” on changing markets. As the number of foreigners in Japan has increased in
recent years, more people want to know more about the thoughts and opinions of foreigners who live in Japan.
In response to these wishes, e-gaikokujin conducts surveys and interviews with foreigners in Japan for which
they can register and participate for free, and contribute to society in form of marketing research.

In a wide range of fields, including private
companies, research institutes, universities,
and municipalities, it is essential to conduct
“research” on changing markets. As the
number of foreigners in Japan has increased in
recent years, more people want to know more
about the thoughts and opinions of foreigners
who live in Japan. In response to these
wishes, e-gaikokujin conducts surveys and
interviews with foreigners in Japan for which
they can register and participate for free, and
contribute to society in form of marketing research.

  • You can get cash, a gift code, or a Quo Card after answering a survey.

    There are various kinds of
    incentives. From 100 yen incentive
    for Web survey to 40,000 yen
    incentive for more complex
    researches, or even free tours
    within Japan.

    There are various kinds of incentives.
    From 100 yen incentive for Web survey
    to 40,000 yen incentive for more
    complex researches, or even free tours
    within Japan.

  • Your opinions will be used for product development!

    Your opinions from the survey, will
    be sent to the companies as data,
    so it’s easy for you to make a
    contribution! Your voice will be
    used for products and services!

Case

  • Research type: Focus group interview Length of interview: about 60 to 120 minutes Incentive: 10,000 to 15,000 yen in cash Outline of the survey: About 4 to 8 participants gather at the venue to discuss about their everyday feelings and honest opinions.

  • Research type: WEB survey Length of interview: about 5 to 20 minutes Incentive: 100 to 1,000 yen Amazon Gift code. Outline of the survey: You can get the incentive by answering an online survey. You can also answer the survey via your smartphone during your free time.

  • Research type: Respondent tour Length of interview: About half a day to several days Incentive: compensation of total travel expenses + about 10,000 yen in cash Outline of the survey: This is a survey in which you can experience sightseeing at designated tourist spots and commercial facilities in Japan, and we ask you to what you feel there through an interview, or a WEB survey.

  • Research type: Central Location Test Length of interview: about 30 to 60 minutes Incentive: 3,000 to 5,000 yen in cash Outline of the survey: This is a method in which participants gather at a designated venue, try new products, and answer the survey on the spot after tasting or tasting.

  • Research type: Home Use Testing Length of interview: 2 days to 1 week Incentive: 3,000 to 5,000 yen Amazon gift code Outline of the survey: This is a survey in which respondents tries the sample and tests new products such as food and cosmetics at their home, and answer the WEB survey.

Voices

  • I can answer the survey anytime and anywhere. And I participate in interviews during my spare time to get some pocket money.

    American female in her 30s,
    company employee

  • I can express my opinion briefly in a short time. The longer the length of the research, the bigger the incentive.

    Irish male in his 30s, Self-
    employed / Freelance

  • The interview is conducted on time, which makes it easy for me to confirm my schedule before and after the interview. It is very helpful for me.

    Korean male in his 30s,
    company employee

  • I think it’s a good opportunity as a part-time job because it’s a high return in a short time. Also, I can expand my vision because I will be surveyed about fairly new things.

    Taiwanese female in her 50s,
    part-time worker

  • I live in Saitama prefecture. The interviews became a good reason to go to Tokyo, and I can also get an incentive, so I am excited for every interview. It’s also an experience I usually don’t have so I can learn something from it.

    Chinese female in her 30s,
    company employee

  • I am very pleased with the incentive for the survey. Even if I go to the venue and participate in the interview or answer a web survey, I can get the incentive on time, so I can use it at ease. The customers are mostly major companies, so I feel at ease when participating. I’m very pleased with the incentive, of course.

    Chinese female in her 40s,
    company employee.

FAQ

Q. What types of surveys are there
and how do I answer?

A.
You can answer or apply for the
following the surveys on your
computer or
smartphone.

WEB survey : This is a survey which you can answer on your computer or smartphone. Group interview : This is a survey for which participants come to a designated time and place, and have a conversation. It takes about 120 minutes. Personal interview : This is a survey in which the participants comes to designated place and time, and participate in a one-on-one interview. It takes about 60 minutes. Respondent tour : This is a survey in which the participants join a tour planned by a company and answer how they feel about the trip. The company compensates a part of the trip expenses or total cost of the trip expenses. Central Location Test : This is a survey in which the participants go to a designated place and time, and answer the survey by testing sample and trial products. It takes about 20 to 40 minutes. Home Visit : 2 to 5 staff visit your home to listen to you on an appointed date and time. Product Monitor (Home Use Test) : This is the survey in which samples are sent to your home by mail, and after using them, you will answer a survey on your computer or your smartphone.

Once you have registered for e-gaikokujin, you will receive a survey invitation at your registered e-mail address.
If you answered the WEB survey from the URL that we provide you by email and match our criteria, you might be able to join an interview!

Q. What kind of incentive do I get?

A.
By answering the survey or
participating in the interview, you
can receive either of
the following
incentives written in the survey
request email.

▼ Types of incentive ・ Cash
・ Amazon gift code
・ Quo card
・ Gift certificates

Example : -Interview survey (individual interview about traveling)
-10,000 yen (including transportation expenses)
* After the survey, we will hand over the incentive to you.

Web survey (The survey is about yourself)
* After the survey, we will send you an Amazon gift code of 500 yen within 3 months.

Q. Who uses the collected data and
how they use them?

A.
Comments from the surveys or the interviews are sent as data to manufacturers,
research institutes, and other research contractors, and used in different ways,
including the development and improvement of products and services. There are many
products and services on the market you can usually see in the stores, that are a
result of the e-gaikokujin surveys. Snacks which you buy at convenience stores, or
your mobile phone, these are reflected by the e-gaikokujin’s data.

A.
Comments from the surveys or the
interviews are sent as data to
manufacturers, research institutes,
and other research contractors,
and used in different ways,
including the development and
improvement of products and
services. There are many products
and services on the market you
can usually see in the stores, that
are a result of the e-gaikokujin
surveys. Snacks which you buy at
convenience stores, or your mobile
phone, these are reflected by the
e-gaikokujin’s data.

All we need is your voice. (Just only your opinions!) All personal information is well-protected, so you can participate at ease.
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Q. How do I participate and register for the survey?

A.
1. To register for e-gaikokujin, at first, please click “the new registration Form”.
2. Put your profile information for creating your account.
3. Once you have registered for e-gaikokujin, you will receive a survey invitation (we will send it to your registered email address.)
4. You can answer the WEB survey from the URL in the email.
5. There is a chance you can participate in the survey or interview if you match our criteria!

A.
1. To register for e-gaikokujin, at
first, please click “the new
registration Form”.
2. Put your profile information for creating your account.
3. Once you have registered for e-
gaikokujin, you will receive a
survey invitation (we will send it
to your registered email address.)
4. You can answer the WEB survey
from the URL in the email.
5. There is a chance you can
participate in the survey or
interview if you match our criteria!