Hi, I’m a Japan-based virtual assistant with experience in customer support, administrative work, and Japanese-English communication.
I previously worked in the airline and medical industries, supporting both Japanese and international customers in fast-paced environments where clear communication and attention to detail were important every day.
My background includes customer service experience at ANA Group and administrative support at a medical clinic for international patients. My work included email communication, scheduling, translation support, and general administrative tasks.
✅ Services
・Japanese customer support
・Email and chat support
・Virtual assistant services
・ Administrative support
・Japanese-English translation support
・Japanese localization and proofreading
・ Online research and data entry
✍️ I Can Help With
・ Responding to customer inquiries in natural Japanese
・ Managing emails, schedules, and administrative tasks
・Supporting e-commerce and online store operations
・Communicating with Japanese customers and users
・Reviewing Japanese content for clarity and natural wording
・Supporting international teams with Japan-related tasks
💬 Why Clients Choose Me
・Native Japanese speaker
・ Professional and friendly communication
・Strong customer service background
・Detail-oriented and reliable
・Comfortable working with international teams
I’m available for both short-term and long-term projects.
Feel free to send me a message anytime — I’d be happy to discuss how I can support your business.
English to Japanese Translation
Japanese to English Translation
Localization
Copywriting
Content Writing
Instagram Post
Ecommerce
Customer Support
Audio Transcription
Data Annotation
Content Analysis
Editing & Proofreading
Social Media Advertising Analytics
Etsuko W.
Tokyo, Japan
$25/hr
4.7
25 jobs
Bridging the Gap Between Japan and the World through Language, Video, and Professional Support
Looking for a native Japanese partner who understands both the nuances of language and the demands of modern digital content? With over 20 years of experience in global business administration and 4+ years as an online language expert, I provide high-quality solutions for your Japan-related projects.
My Core Services:
🎬 Video Editing & Content Creation: Proficient in Adobe Premiere Pro, DaVinci Resolve, and CapCut. I specialize in creating engaging social media content (9:16 vertical videos), subtitling, and raw footage production.
✍️ Localization & SEO Writing: Experienced in translating English to natural, high-converting Japanese. I’ve supported numerous brands on Lancers with keyword-optimized articles.
🗣️ Professional Japanese Instruction: Practical, conversation-focused lessons tailored for business professionals and travelers. No textbook? No problem.
📊 Business Admin & Data Collection: With 10+ years in international trading and investment firms, I handle complex administrative tasks, transcription, and linguistic data evaluation with precision.
Video Editing
YouTube Thumbnail
YouTube Shorts
Translation
Teaching Japanese
Adobe Premiere Pro
CapCut
English to Japanese Translation
Linguistics
Social Media Content Creation
Data Collection
Audio Services
Natural Language Processing
Fumio L.
Akita, Japan
$30/hr
4.9
123 jobs
I am a highly experienced English to Japanese translator and localization specialist with over 20 years of professional translation experience. I help businesses, law firms, and organizations communicate clearly and effectively with Japanese audiences through accurate, culturally appropriate, and natural translations.
My expertise lies in translating complex documents that require precise terminology and deep subject-matter understanding. I specialize in legal and technical translation, where accuracy, clarity, and consistency are essential.
Areas of specialization:
• Legal Translation
Contracts, agreements, compliance documents, corporate policies, court filings, and legal correspondence.
• Technical Translation
Engineering documentation, user manuals, product specifications, patents, and technical reports.
• Medical Translation
Healthcare materials, pharmaceutical documentation, and medical reports.
• Business & Corporate Translation
Business documents, presentations, reports, and professional communications.
• Website Localization
Adapting website and digital content for Japanese audiences while maintaining cultural and linguistic accuracy.
What you can expect when working with me:
• 20+ years of professional translation experience
• Expert knowledge of legal and technical terminology
• 100% human translation — never machine translated
• Natural, fluent Japanese suitable for professional use
• Strict confidentiality and attention to detail
• Reliable communication and on-time delivery
Throughout my career, I have supported multinational companies, law firms, technology providers, and startups by providing accurate and dependable translations that help them succeed in international markets.
If you are looking for a reliable English to Japanese translator who understands the importance of precision, professionalism, and cultural nuance, I would be happy to assist with your project.
I look forward to the opportunity to work with you.
Japanese
Translation
Proofreading
English to Japanese Translation
Japanese to English Translation
Japanese Sign Language
Teaching Japanese
Legal Translation
Medical Translation
Technical Translation
Writing
Hoshun M.
Tokyo, Japan
$40/hr
5.0
233 jobs
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
- Pushscroll: Fitness motivation app replacing doomscrolling with workouts
**<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)
Japanese
Subtitles
Transcription Timestamping
General Transcription
Microsoft Word
Translation
Japanese to English Translation
English to Japanese Translation
Localization
Website Localization
Subtitling
Software Localization
Translation & Localization Software
Mobile App Localization
Marketing Localization
Kenta M.
Ina, Japan
$12/hr
5.0
2 jobs
🇯🇵 Native Japanese speaker (born and raised in Japan), ready to help with your Japanese language and data tasks — accurate, natural, and delivered on time.
About me
I'm a native Japanese speaker based in Japan (JST). I can help you with:
• Japanese transcription — audio/video to clean Japanese text
• English→Japanese translation & proofreading — natural, native Japanese
• Subtitles / captions (SRT) — timed to your video
• AI data — Japanese annotation, evaluation, and data labeling
Why work with me
• Truly native Japanese — natural phrasing a non-native or machine can't match
• Detail-oriented and reliable — I follow your guidelines exactly and double-check my work
• Responsive and deadline-driven — clear communication and on-time delivery
• Available 20–40 hrs/week for steady, ongoing work
(Bonus: I also have a software-engineering and data background, so I'm comfortable with technical content, spreadsheets, and structured files when a task needs it.)
How I work
I read your guidelines carefully, confirm anything unclear instead of guessing, and deliver clean, consistent results. I treat every task as the start of a reliable, long-term working relationship.
Send me a message with your task — I'd be glad to help and earn your trust.
Japanese
Translation
AI Content Editing
AI Content Writing
Data Annotation
Proofreading
Data Entry
General Transcription
AI Fact-Checking
AI Classifier
English to Japanese Translation
Subtitles
Caption
Nobu H.
Sagamihara, Japan
$18/hr
5.0
24 jobs
I have been working as a nurse for more than 20 years and have been in charge of English speaking patients for 6 years. In addition to my normal jobs, I also have experience in health counseling through a doctor via email.
I also produce music with a producer from the UK. In addition I also make album covers, stickers and flyers. I disseminate my music works to the world in English on social media.
English to Japanese Translation
Japanese to English Translation
Proofreading
Localization
General Transcription
SRT
Subtitle Edit
Website Translation
Figma
Notion
Medical Translation
Medical Transcription
Health
Music Composition
Travel Planning
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