Hire the Best English to Japanese Translators

AI is seen as a threat to professional translators. The recent advances in AI have significantly improved translation quality and made machine-generated text more natural than ever before. And yes, AI is still trying very hard to take my job. So far, I'm winning. *Here is why AI still cannot take my job:* That is because clients do not hire translators to translate words. They hire translators to communicate meaning. While AI has become remarkably good at generating fluent text, it still struggles to consistently understand the "real context", audience expectations, and cultural nuances. My job begins where literal translation ends. I help businesses communicate naturally and effectively with Japanese audiences through accurate translation and localization. Rather than translating word-for-word, I focus on preserving the original intent, tone, and message while adapting content for Japanese readers. My goal is simple: make your content feel as if it were originally written in Japanese. So,,, what sets me apart? • Native Japanese speaker with professional English proficiency (IELTS 8.0) • Experience supporting English–Japanese translation projects across business, academic, and customer-facing content • Strong attention to detail developed through accounting studies and analytical work Clients recommended who needs to: • English → Japanese Translation • Japanese → English Translation • Localization • Proofreading & Editing • Business & Academic Content AI can translate words. My job is to ensure your message sounds natural, culturally appropriate, and effective for your target audience. Feel free to reach out. I would be happy to discuss your project and suggest the best approach.

Hello! Thank you for checking my profile! I am a native Japanese living in the US 30 years. I am a self starter, needing very little direction and oversight. I finish projects on time, very detailed orientated and take great pride in a QUALITY product from my work. I also work well under pressure and willing to put in long hours if need be, to make changing deadlines. I have a very long tracked record of success and am confident in my abilities. I commit myself with all my abilities and resources to your project. Also I guaranteed that you will get what you need and expect. I will pay full attention to details and deliver accurate results. My goal is to make my client happy.  Project history: Software/Hardware manual translations Software/Hardware localizations Software/Hardware testing Software/Hardware technical support Advertising localizations Web localizations Subtitles for film/video Voice over for videos Consultant for digital audio/MIDI  

I’m Hoshun, a native professional Japanese translator and proofreader who turns large-scale Word (DOCX) / Excel (XLSX)/ PowerPoint (PPTX) / Google Document/Spreadsheet/Slide/XLIFF packages into flawless Japanese—often faster than average. I guarantee exceptional quality at unparalleled speed for tasks that other translators might deem impossible. When quick and meticulous translations are needed, you can rely on me as your steadfast ally. Field: General contents, Fintech, IT, etc. **＜My skills＞** - Translation, Localization (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, PDF, Google Docs, Google Spreadsheets, Google Slides, XLIFF, json, HTML, CSS, Texts, etc.) - Transcreation - Transcription of Japanese (Audio and video files, mp3, mp4) - Subtitling (SRT) - Proofreading, checking - Voice recording, narration, voice acting ＜The platform I'm familiar with＞ Crowdin Qualtrics Phrase **＜About subtitling＞** I can make SRT files or burn subtitles directly onto a video. - YouTube: Bodd x Disney (Japanese Subtitles) # Examples of my past translation projects **＜Apps＞** - Smart Meditation: A wellness app offering guided meditation sessions and mindfulness tools - POP guide: A digital guide app providing interactive information for events, museums, or exhibitions - 3D Modeling App: A creative tool for designing and visualizing 3D models - QuitSure: A health app designed to help users quit smoking through behavioral guidance - Toko: English leaning app - Donna: AI song and music maker - IRMO: An AI-powered art and avatar creation app for generating images and visual content - TradingKey: A finance app offering trading tools and resources for investors - Bodd: Automatic fitting app - 5 Minute Pilates: Daily Pilates guide app - Liven: Self-discovery companion app - Ruut: Personalized running & mobility training app **＜Websites＞** - QuitSure: Official website for the smoking cessation app, with resources and user support - Smart Meditation: Website for the meditation app, featuring program details and subscription options - Makkah Digital Coin: A cryptocurrency platform providing digital coin services and blockchain solutions - KOMOJU card: A payment gateway site offering online transaction and e-commerce solutions - INNO SUPPS: A nutrition and supplement brand website showcasing health products - Zact: A fintech website offering digital payment and financial management services - TradingKey: Online platform for trading education, tools, and financial resources - JMarkets: A financial services website focused on market analysis and trading solutions - NEBULA: A personality‑analysis platform providing AI‑driven insights - MyTraitsProfile: An online assessment site offering MBTI‑based personality tests **＜ Books ＞** - "Wonderful Day" # Publisher Kidkidos books - "The Traveling Caterpillar" # Publisher: Kidkidos books - "I Am Thankful" By Shelley Admont # Publisher: Kidkidos books - "Under the Stars" # Publisher: Kidkidos books - "Knowing Me, Knowing You - TAKE A WALK WITH ME" by Elizabeth Murphy, Ed.D. - "If You’re not Monitoring, You’re Not Protected" By Dr. James Dean Senger **＜ Games ＞** - Passion Eye - The Last Frame **＜ YouTube ＞** - Quantum Tech HD - Oscar Hunt: Scaling US Retail Operations with Bodd **＜ Opera ＞** - Curlew River by Benjamin Britten **＜Voice over, narration＞** - P3 Dokument (Swedish Broadcasting Corporation) **＜Medical＞** - Clinical tests - Charts - Surgery explanations - Cancer study - Discussion Guide for Physicians **＜Transportation＞** - Fly Lili airport announcement (Air port announcement) - TVM UI Translation - Haneda Airport Parking (Terms and Conditions)

I provide high‑quality, rigorous manual translation, with a focus on accuracy and attention to detail. My specialist areas include: Chinese and Japanese translation relating to calligraphy, classical literature, traditional medicine, history, painting, and other traditional visual arts. I have successfully completed consecutive Chinese localisation projects for the official website of the Hokkaido Tourism Association, and have worked with the governments of Victoria and New South Wales in Australia for the past six years. Language pairs I work with: ※ Japanese ↔ English ※ Mandarin (Simplified Chinese) ↔ English ※ Mandarin (Simplified Chinese) ↔ Japanese ※ Cantonese (Traditional Chinese) ↔ English ※ Cantonese (Traditional Chinese) ↔ Japanese I also translate to and from French, Italian, Spanish, German, and Korean, with the following target languages available: English, Japanese, Simplified Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese), and Traditional Chinese (Mandarin & Cantonese). ※ A note on Cantonese: Authentic Cantonese is natively spoken only in Guangzhou and Hong Kong. I advise caution when engaging non‑native speakers claiming to offer genuine Cantonese services. I also offer voice‑over services in Cantonese, Mandarin, Japanese, and English, as well as subtitle creation and video/audio editing. I bring deep cultural knowledge of Chinese and Japanese calligraphy, history, religion, and broader traditions. In addition, I am able to provide authentic Chinese calligraphy – my father is a certified Calligraphy Master of the Chinese Calligraphers Association, specialising in Seal, Cursive, Semi‑cursive, Regular, and Clerical scripts. My wider skill set includes voice recording, Photoshop editing, and information research.

Hello! I'm Mizuho, a Japanese-English bilingual Virtual Assistant based in Japan, with over 5 years of creative operations support as a freelancer. I've supported 30+ local and international clients, coordinating cross-functional teams of translators, writers, designers, and engineers, keeping everything on schedule and on budget. Freelance highlights • Manage 5+ simultaneous translation and localization projects end-to-end: translator assignment, quality review, and delivery • Coordinate web production projects, from creative briefs and timelines to go-live • Direct product listings and updates for a Japanese interior/lifestyle e-commerce site with 10,000+ SKUs • Support Rakuten marketplace operations for a skincare brand, driving a 140% increase in annual sales and 100 new subscribers through newsletters, banners, and seasonal campaigns How I can help you: • Digital project management and workflow coordination • Cross-functional team communication (clients and creatives) • Japanese ↔ English translation and localization • Freelancer and vendor sourcing • E-commerce operations • Administrative support (research, documentation, scheduling) Tools: • Projects: Asana, monday, Notion • Design: Figma, Adobe Photoshop, Canva • Web: WordPress, Wix • Analytics: Google Analytics My background • 4 years of living and working in the U.S. and Indonesia shaped my cross-cultural communication and adaptability. If you're looking for a detail-oriented, bilingual VA who keeps things moving, I'd love to work with you. Let's connect!

[ Are you looking to break into the Japanese market? ] Japan is probably one of the most challenging markets to enter. And that is probably why you’ve spent a good amount of time researching and looking for the right help, right? Well, no need to browse over hundreds of Japanese freelancer profiles cuz you’ve found the right person for the job! I am a Japanese native currently located in Japan with an extensive UpWork experience. I can help you with the following tasks: - Localize websites ( English -Japanese translation and vice versa) - Create content tailored for the Japanese audience (Japanese Copywriting) - Business idea creation - Provide invaluable insights into the enigmatic Japanese market As a Japanese translator, my mission is to CONNECT your business with the Japanese market in every possible way. Let me help you so you can spend your time on other aspects of the business. Please let me know if you need support on your project. Let’s make it successful.