I am currently working as a Japanese actress and aspire to become an international actress in the future. To that end, I continue to focus intensely on studying English and acting, and I value communication with people from diverse backgrounds!
I will perform my work with the meticulousness characteristic of Japanese craftsmanship!!
Japanese
Proofreading
Localization
Voice Recording
Voice Acting
Voice Talent
Voice-Over
Singing
Data Entry
Tetsuji M.
Chofu, Japan
$55/hr
5.0
2 jobs
Japanese Actor, Voice Actor & Filmmaker | Scriptwriting & Storytelling
I am a professional actor, voice actor, and filmmaker with over 20 years of experience in theatre, film, and media. I hold a Ph.D. in Theatre and Media Studies and a Bachelor's degree in Religious Folklore Studies. My work as a filmmaker has received numerous awards and official selections both in Japan and internationally. I specialize in creating compelling stories, scripts, and performances that connect with audiences, and I can provide high-quality Japanese voice recordings for AI training, narration, or creative projects.
Services I Offer:
Voice & Narration:
・Professional Japanese voice acting for AI training, narration, or commercials
Filmmaking:
・Directing, cinematography, and editing for short films, documentaries, and promotional videos
Script & Story Development:
・Scriptwriting and story development for films, theatre, and multimedia projects
Editing & Consulting:
・Editing and consulting for theatre scripts, essays, novels, and academic writing
Creative & Media Consulting:
・Creative storytelling and media consulting to enhance audience engagement
Achievements as a Filmmaker:
・2nd Prize, 24th Tateshina Highlands Film Festival – Short Film Competition, 2025
・Honorable Mention, Tijuana Vertical Film Festival (TJVEFF), 2025
・Special Award, Virtual Open District, 2021
I am committed to clear communication, punctual delivery, and producing work that meets your vision. Let’s bring your project to life!
Acting
Performing Arts
Voice Acting
Narration
Film Direction
Film Editing
Film Screenplay
Screenwriting
Video Editing
Creative Writing
Academic Writing
Content Writing
Japanese
Teaching Japanese
Workshop
Tohru F.
Matsumoto, Japan
$45/hr
5.0
6 jobs
One-stop solution for Japanese cultural content: JTF-certified translator with 15 years
in education, delivering translation + professional narration for museums, cultural
institutions, and educational platforms.
MY UNIQUE SPECIALTY
I'm not just a translator or voice artist—I'm a cultural content specialist who bridges
languages, voices, and artistic contexts. With JTF certification, 15 years of English
education experience, and 120+ voice projects completed in 2024 alone, I offer
something rare: end-to-end cultural content creation.
What makes me different:
- Translation + Narration in one professional (no coordination headaches)
- Deep cultural and artistic knowledge (museum audio guides specialty)
- JTF-certified translator (politics, economics, culture)
- 15 years teaching English = perfect understanding of how learners absorb content
- Member of NextLiber Talent Agency & Matsumoto City Artist Bank
SPECIALIZED SERVICES
Complete Cultural Content Solutions:
- Museum Audio Guides (translation + recording + cultural adaptation)
- Art Exhibition Materials (catalogs, wall texts, audio tours)
- Tourism Content (destination guides for major hotel chains)
- Educational Platform Narration (e-learning with translation)
- Corporate Culture Training (cross-cultural content)
- Documentary Subtitles + Narration
Voice-Only Services:
- Corporate Videos & Presentations
- E-Learning Modules
- Meditation & Wellness Content
- Character Voices (YouTube anime, entertainment)
- Cultural Awareness Videos
Translation-Only Services:
- Tourism and hospitality content
- Arts and culture materials
- Corporate communications
- Educational content
IDEAL FOR
Cultural Institutions:
- Museums expanding internationally
- Art galleries creating multilingual content
- Cultural foundations needing authentic Japanese voices
Educational Organizations:
- E-learning platforms targeting Japanese markets
- Universities with Japanese programs
- Corporate training on Japanese culture/business
Tourism & Hospitality:
- Hotels creating guest experience content
- Tourism boards developing destination guides
- Travel companies needing culturally nuanced materials
PROVEN TRACK RECORD
- 300+ voice-over projects completed in 2024
- JTF-certified translator (Japanese Translation Federation)
- 15 years of English education experience
- Monthly translation output: 32,000 JP characters (JA→EN), 17,000 words (EN→JA)
- Portfolio: Major hotel chains, museum exhibitions, virtual art galleries,
educational platforms
Recent Notable Projects:
- Audio guides for overseas museum exhibitions
- Virtual art gallery narration for international audiences
- Corporate VP narration for educational platforms
- Multilingual cultural awareness video series
- E-learning courses combining translation and voice work
WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME
Save Time & Money:
- One professional = one point of contact for translation + voice
- No need to brief separate translators and voice actors
- Consistent quality across both services
Cultural Authenticity:
- Not just linguistic accuracy—true cultural resonance
- Deep understanding of Japanese arts and traditions
- Context-appropriate tone and delivery
Educational Background:
- 15 years teaching English = expert at clear, learner-friendly delivery
- Perfect for e-learning and instructional content
- Understanding of how people process information
VOICE CHARACTERISTICS
Versatile range suited for:
- Warm and calming: Museum tours, meditation, cultural content
- Clear and authoritative: Corporate presentations, e-learning
- Energetic and engaging: Entertainment, character work
- Nuanced and artistic: Art descriptions, documentary narration
PROFESSIONAL SETUP
Studio Equipment:
- Microphone: SHURE MV7+ (hybrid dynamic/USB)
- Audio Interface: MOTU M2 (studio-grade)
- Environment: Dedicated soundproof booth
- Quality: Broadcast-ready audio with professional editing
Translation Tools:
- CAT tools for consistency
- Specialized terminology databases for arts/culture
- Regular CPD in both translation and voice work
PROFESSIONAL CREDENTIALS
- JTF Certification: Politics & Economics specialization
- NextLiber Talent Agency: Professional voice talent member (Sept 2025)
- Matsumoto City Artist Bank: Registered cultural professional (Oct 2025)
- 15 years: English education and cross-cultural communication
- 5 years: Professional translation (tourism, arts, corporate)
LET'S DISCUSS YOUR PROJECT
Whether you need a complete cultural content solution (translation + voice) or
specialized services in either area, I bring cultural authenticity and professional
quality to every project.
Perfect for: Museums, art institutions, educational platforms, tourism organizations,
and companies creating culturally nuanced Japanese content.
Send me your project details for a custom quote. I respond within 24 hours and
would love to help your content resonate authentically with Japanese audiences.
Translation
Transcript
Writing
English to Japanese Translation
AI Model Training
Voice-Over Recording
Ai Y.
Tokyo, Japan
$15/hr
5.0
13 jobs
Hello! Konnichiwa (こんにちは)🌸
I am a native Japanese speaker with a background in education and experience in AI training, transcription, voice recording, and language content creation.
I have worked on multiple AI-related projects involving:
• Japanese audio transcription and quality review
• AI training and evaluation tasks
• Voice recording and narration
• Annotation and structured data workflows
In addition, I have over 20 years of experience in education at public high schools, which has strengthened my ability to deliver clear, accurate, and listener-friendly language support.
🔹 What I Bring to Projects
① Clear Communication & Language Support
Through teaching English to over 4,000 students, I developed strong communication and listening skills, with a focus on clarity, accuracy, and learner-friendly language use.
② Accuracy & Detail-Oriented Work
I have extensive experience handling high-responsibility administrative tasks requiring careful attention to detail. Over the past year, I completed 50+ official document submissions to the Tokyo Metropolitan Government with zero errors, while also managing accounting-related work accurately and consistently.
③ Experience with AI & Structured Workflow-Based Tasks
I have worked on multiple AI-related projects through platforms such as Appen, WeloData, and Aurora Studio. These projects required strict adherence to detailed guidelines, consistency across repetitive workflows, and reliable quality control.
④ Educational Content Creation
I also create beginner-friendly Japanese learning content, including short educational videos and visual flashcards for language learners. This experience has strengthened my ability to organize information clearly and create user-friendly materials.
🔹 Work Environment
• Quiet workspace
• Stable high-speed internet connection
• Flexible schedule
• Able to maintain focus and accuracy during long tasks
I value clear communication, reliability, and consistent quality, and I would be happy to contribute to your project.
Data Entry
General Transcription
Virtual Assistance
Data Annotation
Data Labeling
Japanese
English
Voice Talent
Voice-Over
English to Japanese Translation
Katsuya S.
Tokyo, Japan
$40/hr
5.0
4 jobs
High-Quality Japanese Voiceover Available for Your Project!
Hi! I’m RUM, a professional Japanese voice actor with 14 years of experience in anime, dubbing, and narration. I’ve voiced lead roles in foreign films and appeared in TV commercials.
I offer fast, high-quality voiceovers for various projects, from national commercials to YouTube videos. Now, I’m excited to expand my work with clients around the world through this platform.
Looking forward to collaborating with you!
Professional Background
2011 – Present: Affiliated with a major voice acting agency.
Actively involved in foreign film dubbing, anime, narration, and stage performances with multiple lead roles.
2018 – Present: Established an acting workshop certified by the Agency for Cultural Affairs (Japan), having trained over 1,000 students to date.
2020 – Present: Engaged in live streaming, audiobook direction, and voice drama production.
Current Services
Focused on foreign drama dubbing, anime voice acting, and narration.
Regularly host workshops and provide casting and direction services for individual projects.
Services Offered
Voiceover and narration: From energetic anime-style performances to natural, lifelike acting.
Flexible vocal range: Capable of voicing characters from young boys to elderly men.
Specialties: Teen and middle-aged male voices with a natural, neutral tone.
Selected Equipment
Microphone: Aston Microphones Spirit
Audio Interface: Focusrite Scarlett Solo
Software: Pro Tools
Audio Cleanup: iZotope RX 8
Recording Environment: TroyStudio Portable Vocal Booth to minimize echo and noise.
Delivery Time
Up to 3,000 words: Within 2 days
3,000–6,000 words: Within 4 days
6,000–10,000 words: Within 7 days
Selected Achievements
Foreign Films & TV Dramas
Big Time Adolescence – Lead Role
The Lord of the Rings: The Rings of Power (Season 1 & 2) – Valandil
La Brea – Main Cast
Thai Cave Rescue – Adul (Main Cast)
Mr. Mercedes – Jerome (Main Cast)
MUTE – Nikki (Main Cast)
Tale of Tales – Jonah (Main Cast)
Genius: Einstein – Julius (Main Cast)
Liv and Maddie – Finch (Main Cast)
Good Girls Revolt – Ned (Main Cast)
Top Wing / Baby Shark / Captain Underpants / Pyeonggang – Main Cast
Shades of Blue: Brooklyn Police – Manny
Additional roles in Hawaii Five-O, NCIS: New Orleans, MA, Queen's Gambit, Chicago Fire, and more.
Anime
Alice & Zouroku – Subordinate
Ninja Hattori-kun – Various roles (Pizza delivery, customers, students)
Lostorage Incited WIXOSS – Male student
Alderamin on the Sky / Crayon Shin-chan / Nintama Rantaro / My Neighbor Seki – Multiple supporting roles
Ultraman Neos – (Key Voice)
Video Games
Hunter's Arena / DIABOLIK LOVERS / Super Robot Wars / Puyo Puyo Quest – Multiple roles
Samurai Tactics / Tower of Aion
Narrations
FamilyMart (Okinawa) – In-store narration
Western League Baseball – Hanshin vs Hiroshima – TV Commercial
Takara Tomy (Zoids Wild / Big Ring Tetsubou-kun) – TVCM Narration
Avabel Online / Ultraman Official YouTube Channel – Regular Narration
Numerous other narrations for Tsuburaya Productions, real estate companies, and legal firms.
Audible Audiobooks
"Gun Barrel" & "The Wind Rises" by Ayako Miura – Lead Narrator
"The War of the Worlds" & "The Fall of the House of Usher" – Main Narrator
"Around the World in 80 Days" / "The Phantom of the Opera" / "Don Quixote" – Lead Roles
Narration for over 100 Audible productions, including manga videos, company VP narrations, and competitions.
Compensation Details for Voiceover Projects
Non-Broadcast Projects (Corporate Videos, eLearning, Podcasts, etc.):
1–2 minutes: $100–$499
3–4 minutes: $250–$749
5–14 minutes: $400–$999
15–29 minutes: $650–$1,749
30–60 minutes: $800–$2,499
Broadcast Projects (TV, Radio, and Online Advertisements):
Local TV Ads (13 weeks): $500–$900
National TV Ads (1 year): $2,000–$5,000
Online Ads (13 weeks): $300–$1,000
Voice Acting
Narration
Audiobook Narration
Podcast Editing
Audio Editing
Voice Recording
Male Voice
Masataka I.
Ota, Japan
$45/hr
5.0
2 jobs
14 Years Experience & Fortune 1400 Clients
Versatile Japanese voice talent with scriptwriting expertise—trusted by major brands like Brother Industries, Nomura Real Estate, and Mazda.
🏆 WHY CLIENTS CHOOSE ME
• 14 years of professional voice acting & stage experience
• Scriptwriting background—I can write AND voice your content
• Exceptional vocal range: high-energy commercials to authoritative corporate
• Impersonation & style-matching specialist ("sound like X" requests)
• Major corporate clients: Brother Industries, Nomura Real Estate, Mazda, Daikyo
• Film & YouTube experience (channels with millions of views)
✅ SERVICES
Voice Work:
• TV/Web Commercials
• Corporate Videos
• E-Learning • Character Voices (games, anime, audiobooks)
• YouTube Voice-Over
• Documentary Work
• IVR Systems
Bonus: Script consultation & writing available
🎙️ MY SPECIALTY
One voice actor who sounds like many—perfect for:
• Projects needing multiple characters (without multiple actors)
• "Sound-alike" style matching
• Dynamic range from energetic variety-show to calm corporate
🔧 STUDIO
• NEUMANN TLM 103
• RME Babyface Pro FS
• iZotope RX11
• Dedicated soundproof booth
• Same-day/next-day delivery standard
• Live directed sessions available (Zoom/Google Meet)
🎬 PROFESSIONAL BACKGROUND
Voice & Performance:
• 14 years as professional voice actor
• Film appearances: "Drowning Knife", "Itsukushimi Fukaki"
• Stage productions across Tokyo & Osaka
• YouTube voice work (millions of views)
Writing & Creative:
• Professional scriptwriter (drama CDs, corporate content)
• Deep understanding of narrative flow
📊 WHY CLIENTS RETURN
• Complete package: Voice + script expertise
• Versatility: One actor who can sound like many
• Reliability: Same-day/next-day delivery
• Quality: Broadcast-grade audio
📬 READY TO START?
Send your script (or project concept—I can help write it!) for a custom quote. I respond within 12 hours. Let's create something exceptional!
Your project deserves a voice professional who understands the full creative process.
Voice Acting
Video Narration
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