Intercepting Insights in Tokyo: A Blossom of Volunteerism

by Jay Tye

Recently, I had the incredible opportunity to lead a stellar team of 10k Voices gig workers in Tokyo, tasked with a special mission for Hands On Tokyo .?

This non-profit has been a beacon of volunteerism in Tokyo, working tirelessly to engage the community in meaningful service since 2006. Volunteerism in Japan isn't as prevalent as in other parts of the world, but Hands On Tokyo is eager to change that.

We hit the bustling Arakawa River walking path and the vibrant scene of the annual Cherry Blossom Festival to conduct intercept interviews.?

Our goal??

To tap into the local pulse on volunteering. Armed with heaps of enthusiasm and our surveys, our team of 10k Voices gig workers spread out to chat with the festival-goers.

In just three hours, we gathered over 80 survey responses, each filled with insights about how residents perceive and engage with volunteer activities.?

To tap into the local pulse on volunteering. Armed with heaps of enthusiasm and our surveys, our team of 10k Voices gig workers spread out to chat with the festival-goers.

In just three hours, we gathered over 80 survey responses, each filled with insights about how residents perceive and engage with volunteer activities.?

The experience wasn't just productive; it was genuinely enjoyable! The team loved the interaction, and it was inspiring to hear so many positive perspectives on volunteering firsthand.

This exercise was more than just data collection — it was a testament to the power of community and the potential for the growth of volunteerism in Tokyo.?

The insights we gathered will help Hands On Tokyo tailor their initiatives to better meet the community's needs and hopefully inspire more people to get involved.

It's truly heartening to see how gathering simple, human insights can pave the way for significant community impact!

Check out the video to see our fantastic day of volunteering at the Arakawa River and more about the mission of Hands On Tokyo.