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For newcomers in Tokyo looking to find friends in one of the world biggest cities. Find izakaya companions, weekend exploration partners, and people who understand that navigating life in Japan is an adventure best not done alone
New in Tokyo on OctoSay is a community for people who just landed in Japan capital — but unlike Tokyo international groups where language barriers shut you out, here Octo helps you find the right companion first. You chat with Octo to sort out what you need — whether it is an izakaya buddy, a weekend exploration partner for hidden neighborhoods, someone to navigate konbini culture with, or just a friend who understands that Tokyo is overwhelming in the best way and doing it alone misses half the magic. Then Octo continuously finds the right person for you, not random strangers. When you connect, both of you already share the full conversation context, so there is no need to explain your Japanese level or why you moved here. No spam, no English teaching job ads, no posts left unanswered. Just real people in Tokyo, truly understood, finally found.
Group chat, but Octo clarifies your details and actively matches you.
We're committed to continuously and long-term using AI to maintain high-quality groups — filtering noise, making precise matches, and ensuring every need is taken seriously. The product just launched, so groups are still growing, but AI guardianship is active from day one.
We kindly ask you to spread the word and stay in the group. Be patient as we build something truly useful together. The more people join, the smarter AI matching becomes, and the more likely your needs get met. Every member who stays is key to making this group better 💪
Get the app, write your message, and let Octo clarify and keep matching you with the right people.
