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Tatsuo K.

Osaka, Japan

$55/hr
5.0
2 jobs

Native Japanese speaker. Hands-on LLM practitioner. Deep knowledge of Japanese legal and regulatory language. Very few freelancers bring all three — and that intersection is where I work. ── AI & LLM Evaluation (Primary) ── I use Claude Code in production daily, building automation pipelines and evaluating LLM outputs across multiple projects. I've developed factual verification frameworks for Japanese AI-generated content — checking accuracy, coherence, cultural fit, and compliance-level terminology. I'm available for LLM evaluation, RLHF annotation, prompt engineering review, AI quality assurance, and red-teaming of Japanese outputs. Most Japanese-speaking freelancers don't have hands-on LLM development experience. Most LLM specialists aren't Japanese natives. I'm both — which means I can catch what neither group alone would catch. ── Regulatory & Legal Language (Secondary) ── I don't practice law. But I understand Japanese legal language at a depth most translators don't reach. I studied systematically through Japan's national Administrative Scrivener exam curriculum — covering civil law, administrative law, and regulatory procedure — which gave me precise command of the terminology used in contracts, compliance documents, government filings, and regulatory frameworks. For clients who need Japanese legal or regulatory content translated, reviewed, or localized with real terminological accuracy, I bridge the gap between linguist and subject-matter expert. ── Transcreation & Copywriting (Secondary) ── I've been writing English copy for BRODERIK, a New Zealand-based bag brand, on a continuous basis — email campaigns, product pages, and campaign concepts. This is live commercial work, not samples. It means I understand how English marketing language needs to be rebuilt — not just translated — to resonate with Japanese audiences, and vice versa. ── Availability ── Based in Osaka (JST). Available 30+ hours per week. I can cover both Japan business hours and overlap with US/EU morning slots. Share your project details and I'll respond the same day.

  • Legal Translation
  • Translation
  • Japanese
  • English to Japanese Translation
  • Compliance
  • LLM Prompt Engineering
  • Data Annotation
  • Natural Language Processing
  • Transcreation
  • Japanese to English Translation
  • Copywriting
  • Quality Assurance
  • RLHF
  • Machine Learning
  • Large Language Model
Haruka M.

Tokyo, Japan

$50/hr
4.7
15 jobs

Expert JP–EN Translator & Simultaneous Interpreter | Legal, Esports, Pop Culture Hi! I’m a bilingual Japanese–English translator MC and interpreter with over 10 years of experience in: ・Legal translation & contract interpretation ・Esports tournament support, MC and live interviews ・Localization for games, pop culture content, and international media ・On-site and remote interpreting for global teams/businessman visiting Japan Whether you're preparing for a tournament, finalizing a bilingual agreement, or localizing your game, website or media for a Japanese audience, I bring the right mix of speed, accuracy, and cultural insight. What I bring to your project: ・Native-level fluency in both Japanese and English ・Legal training and professional experience in corporate law ・Interpretation lead for international esports tournaments (including Pokémon World Championships) ・Real-time and subtitled translation for YouTube, social media, and digital content ・Proven ability to handle urgent, high-pressure, or confidential projects ・Deep knowledge of both Western and Japanese pop culture Recent projects include: ・Live interpretation for esports teams at World Championships ・Subtitling and localizing game trailers & interviews (JP↔EN) ・Legal document translation (NDAs, contracts, policies, magazine articles) ・Full support for international visitors: hotels, logistics, cultural liaison ・Creating and managing translation teams for fast-paced events Background: ・Trained in law (civil and property law specialization) ・Lived and studied in the UK; fluent in British and American English ・Currently based in Tokyo, working with clients globally ・Conversational Mandarin (2 years of study + field experience with Chinese-speaking clients) Why clients work with me: I blend professional discipline with cultural fluency. I'm easy to work with, quick to respond, and always committed to delivering high-quality work—on time, and with care. Let’s make your message clear, confident, and culturally accurate. Looking forward to working with you!

  • English
  • Translation
  • Live Interpretation
  • Legal Assistance
  • Legal Documentation
  • Online Game Website
  • Video Game
  • Language Interpretation
  • Japanese
  • Booking Services
  • Contract Negotiation
  • Price & Quote Negotiation
  • Legal Negotiation
  • Topic Research
  • Government & Public Sector
Jun O.

Toyonaka, Japan

$30/hr
5.0
37 jobs

Hello, thank you for your visiting my page. I am Japanese & native Japanese Speaker live in Japan. I am an expert in Legal Translation (English to Japanese) and Japanese Law Research, but I can also translate any kind of things from English to Japanese. J.D. Degree in Japan (2009). I work at the legal section for about 10 years. I translated various legal documents, for example, Contracts, Agreement, official documents...

  • Legal Translation
  • Contract Translation
  • Official Documents Translation
  • Translation
  • Japanese
Reina U.

Toshima-ku, Japan

$70/hr
5.0
10 jobs

I built my career as a Japanese English business interpreter, supporting executives in high level negotiations and cross border transactions. Having been present in numerous deal discussions, distributor negotiations, and partnership talks, I understand how decisions are actually made in the room and how to move them forward. With over 15 years of international business experience across Japan, Europe, and Singapore, I now focus on helping global companies enter and expand in the Japanese market through practical business development and execution. As a USCPA licensed in Washington State, I have also been involved in professional advocacy and lobbying related activities, which has given me a deep understanding of Western communication styles, stakeholder management, and strategic positioning in the US and European business environment. My work goes beyond advisory. I execute. I have personally conducted cold calls and cold email outreach to secure new clients, identify distributors, and open doors for cross border partnerships. I understand how to approach potential partners, structure outreach messages, follow up effectively, and convert conversations into business opportunities. What I Support Japan Market Entry -Market validation and opportunity assessment -Competitive landscape analysis Business Development and Partner Search -Distributor and local partner identification -B2B lead generation and outreach -Cold outreach and follow up execution Negotiation support -Sales channel development Cross Border Communication Support -Executive level negotiation interpretation -Business focused contract review -Investor and partner presentation support My background in interpretation strengthens complex negotiations, but my core expertise lies in business development and revenue driven expansion. I typically work with clients on structured engagements of 5 to 10 hours per week or monthly advisory retainers to ensure consistent progress and measurable results. If you are looking for a practical partner who understands both the boardroom and the execution phase, I would be pleased to explore how I can support your Japan expansion.

  • Legal Translation
  • Hindi to English Translation
  • Legal Assistance
  • Financial Accounting
  • Corporate Finance
  • English to Japanese Translation
Mai S.

Yokohama, Japan

$25/hr
5.0
1 jobs

Bilingual Legal Translator & Interpreter | English & Japanese | 3+ Years of Experience Accomplished bilingual professional with over three years of experience in translating legal documents and providing precise interpretation services between English and Japanese. Demonstrated expertise in managing client correspondence with the utmost confidentiality and cultural sensitivity. Known for a meticulous approach to translation and a commitment to accuracy and clarity. Core Skills & Experience: Legal Document Translation: Over three years of experience translating diverse legal documents, including contracts, agreements, and court documents, with strict adherence to legal standards and terminology. Client Communication: Skilled in handling client communications in Japanese and English, ensuring confidentiality and clarity to foster trust and maintain professional standards. Administrative & Organizational Support: Strong organizational skills in supporting administrative tasks such as scheduling, document management, and case file preparation. Legal Research & Analysis: Proven ability to conduct in-depth legal research to support case development and assist in preparing legal arguments within collaborative team settings.

  • Translation
  • Tutoring
  • Localization
  • Japanese
  • Teaching Japanese
Hideyuki G.

Kyoto, Japan

$30/hr
5.0
3 jobs

Hello! I'm a bilingual EN-JP translator with over 10 years of experience in visa and legal document translation. 🧭 I also help elite clients across Asia and the Middle East with: ・✨ Personal Legacy Design Programs ・📦 Customizable Digital Learning Kits ・🔁 SOP & Automation Templates (Notion + Zapier) I’ve worked with international students, business owners, and legal professionals, and I'm also the CEO of HideAway LLC. Let’s work together to make your next project successful!

  • Legal Translation
  • Translation
  • Website Translation
  • Editing & Proofreading
  • AI-Generated Code
  • Learning Management System
  • Notion
  • AI-Generated Image
  • Software Localization
  • Zapier

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