Do I need permission from Borderless Visit to post about my visit?

No. As long as you and your host both agree, you are free to share your Borderless Visit experience on social media. We encourage it.

Can I mention that Borderless Visit collaborated with me?

If we are collaborating officially, please describe it in your own words as part of your own experience. What matters most is that your host hears about your filming plans directly from you, before the visit.

What if I forgot to mention filming in my request?

A: Ask your host as early as possible before the visit. If they prefer not to be filmed, please enjoy the meal camera-free. It will still be worth it.

My host asked to take photos of my children. Is that normal?

It is common and comes from genuine warmth. You are completely free to decline, and your host will understand. Mutual agreement applies to everyone.

Borderless Visit Guide

Sharing Your Borderless Visit on Social Media: Filming Guidelines

November 13, 2026 Borderless Visit

If you would like to film or post about your Borderless Visit, there is one simple rule: ask your host first. Filming, photos and posting are always based on mutual agreement between you and your host.

We love it when guests share their experience. Some of our favorite moments have been found through a guest’s photo of a shared meal, a short video of cooking together, or a simple post about an afternoon with a Japanese family. This guide explains how to share your visit so it stays genuine and comfortable for everyone, especially your hosts.

Our philosophy: real human connection

Borderless Visit is built on real human connection. When you join a meal with a Japanese family, you are not attending a show or a staged experience. You are being welcomed into someone’s everyday life.

That is exactly what makes it worth sharing, and exactly why we ask you to share it with care. We see everyone who posts about their visit as our partner, someone who helps spread this culture of connection. Not as advertising, but as friendship crossing borders, one story at a time.

The golden rule: ask first

Everything in this guide comes down to one principle: filming, photography and posting always need mutual agreement between you and your host.

Your host’s home is their private space. Their faces, their children and their daily life belong to them. Before you take photos or videos, make sure your host is comfortable with it.

The same goes the other way. If your host would like to take photos of you or your family, they will ask you first, too. You are always free to say no, and so are they.

If you plan to film or post, tell your host in advance

If you already know you would like to film your visit or share it on social media, please mention it when you send your request.

Step 1

Mention it in your request message

A simple, honest note works best. For example: “I share my travels on Instagram, and I would love to film parts of our meal together. Of course, I will only film what you are comfortable with. Please let me know if this is okay!”

Step 2

Hosts who are happy to be filmed will reply

Hosts who prefer privacy can simply not respond to your request. This way, there is no awkwardness on either side.

Step 3

Speak in your own words

You are the one building a relationship with your host, so all communication about filming should come directly from you. Even if you first heard about Borderless Visit through us, the visit is your own experience, and your host wants to get to know you.

What to keep in mind while filming

Faces only show your host’s face if they have clearly agreed to it. When in doubt, ask again on the day.
Children be extra careful. Do not show children’s faces without explicit permission from their parents. Blurring is always a safe choice.
The home avoid filming anything that could show your host’s address or the outside of their home, unless your host says it is fine.
The moment film a little, then put the camera down and enjoy the meal. Your host invited you, not your camera.

A note for content creators

If you create content professionally or semi-professionally, welcome! We are always happy to see creators share genuine stories about dining with a Japanese family. A few things to know:

Same process Your visit works exactly like any other guest’s visit. You send a request, explain your filming plans in your own words, and a host who is comfortable with it will respond.
Plans changed? If your plans change, for example the number of people joining or what you want to film, tell your host directly and as early as possible. Surprises on the day can make hosts uncomfortable.
Respect a no Hosts are individuals and families, not filming locations. If a host declines filming, please respect that fully.

After your visit: tag us

Feel free to share your story with us. We love reposting genuine guest stories, with your permission.

Tag @borderlessvisit.
Add #BorderlessVisit.
Invite @borderlessvisit as a Collaborator on Instagram, so your post also appears on our account.

Looking for ideas? See how other guests and creators have shared their visits in our Instagram Reels.

Questions?

If you have any questions about filming or posting, contact us at info@borderless-visit.com, or send us a message on Facebook or Instagram.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need permission from Borderless Visit to post about my visit?: No. As long as you and your host both agree, you are free to share your Borderless Visit experience on social media. We encourage it.
Can I mention that Borderless Visit collaborated with me?: If we are collaborating officially, please describe it in your own words as part of your own experience. What matters most is that your host hears about your filming plans directly from you, before the visit.
What if I forgot to mention filming in my request?: A: Ask your host as early as possible before the visit. If they prefer not to be filmed, please enjoy the meal camera-free. It will still be worth it.
My host asked to take photos of my children. Is that normal?: It is common and comes from genuine warmth. You are completely free to decline, and your host will understand. Mutual agreement applies to everyone.