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Creators from Malaysia: hosted trips in Japan
Malaysian travel creators with 150,000 or more followers on their primary channel can apply for a hosted Japan trip. Explera provides the hotel, transfers and activities; you arrange flights and insurance. For Malaysian audiences, the Malaysian Code of Advertising Practice and content-code rules expect sponsored content to be clearly disclosed.
What do audiences in Malaysia engage with?
Malaysian audiences tend to engage with Muslim-friendly food and prayer facilities, seasonal scenery such as autumn colour and snow, and value-for-money planning.
How do creators from Malaysia disclose a hosted trip?
For Malaysian audiences, the Malaysian Code of Advertising Practice and the industry content code for online media expect sponsored or hosted content to be identifiable as advertising. A clear label at the start, in the language of the post (for example "Ad" in English or "Iklan" in Malay), is the safe approach. Your agreement sets the exact wording.
The exact wording for your collaboration is written into your agreement. See deliverables and disclosure.
How do I get to Japan from Malaysia?
Kuala Lumpur has nonstop flights to Tokyo and Osaka, operated by full-service and low-cost carriers, with a flying time of roughly seven hours. Routes change — check current schedules. Explera does not provide flights.
Do creators from Malaysia need a visa for Japan?
Malaysian citizens have been eligible for a short-stay visa exemption, subject to conditions such as passport type. Check that your trip's purpose fits those conditions. Entry rules change, so check the official Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Japan pages before booking. Explera does not arrange visas and cannot advise on immigration. Official source.
Which language should I post in?
Malay, English and Chinese are all common. Disclose in the language of each post.
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The application saves as you go, and every applicant hears back within 5 business days.
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