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Tokyo, Japan
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. # 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 **<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 **< 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)
- Localization
- Software Localization
- Subtitles
- Japanese
- Transcription Timestamping
- General Transcription
- Microsoft Word
- Translation
- Japanese to English Translation
- English to Japanese Translation
- Website Localization
- Subtitling
- Translation & Localization Software
- Mobile App Localization
- Marketing Localization
Hayama, Japan
What if you could handle even the most overwhelming translation tasks without stress—by partnering with someone you trust to deliver smooth, high-quality work and keep you updated every step of the way? Let me take that burden off your plate. I provide reliable, accurate translations between English and Japanese, with clear communication and fast turnaround you can count on. Skills ・English to Japanese Translation and vise versa - Business documents - Medical translations - Subtitle translations ・Japanese audio recording Education ・Student of Ritsumeikan Asia Pacific University (Japan) ・International Exchange Student at Florida International University (August 2024 - April 2025)
- Localization
- Translation
- Tutoring
- Transcript
- Japanese to English Translation
- English to Japanese Translation
- Proofreading
神戸市, Japan
👋 About Me Hello, and thank you for visiting my profile! I am a Japanese Proofreader with additional skills in translation and audio transcription. My main strength lies in making Japanese texts accurate, polished, and natural. Whether it is a business document, website content, or casual writing, I carefully check grammar, spelling, and style so that the text becomes clear and professional. My goal is to make your Japanese content easy to read and trustworthy for your audience. 🔍 What I Can Do for You ・Proofreading (main skill): Correcting grammar, spelling, punctuation, and word choice in Japanese documents. I also refine the flow and style to make the text natural and professional. ・Translation (support skill): English ⇄ Japanese translation that focuses on natural, easy-to-read wording. I avoid literal translations and aim for clear communication. ・Transcription (support skill): Accurate transcription of Japanese or English audio, with optional translation into the target language. ✅ Why Choose Me? ・Detail-oriented and careful proofreading work ・Natural and polished Japanese writing style ・Friendly and reliable communication with clients ・Flexible approach based on project needs I always respect deadlines and make sure to deliver work that meets your expectations. Even small projects are handled with the same care and attention. ✨ If you need your Japanese content to be clear, natural, and professional, I would be happy to support you with proofreading, translation, and transcription.
- Localization
- Proofreading
Tokyo, Japan
【Japanese Localization Specialist for AI & SaaS Companies | Bridging Language and Market Fit】 🟢 Overview Expanding into Japan requires more than accurate translation. It requires cultural alignment, clarity, and trust. I help overseas AI and SaaS companies localize their products, websites, and content for the Japanese market — not just linguistically, but strategically. With over 5 years of professional experience in business communication and localization, I have supported 100+ projects across AI, SaaS, hospitality, and digital platforms. With experience in business development and client communication, I understand how language directly impacts trust, negotiations, and decision-making in Japan. My work goes beyond word replacement. I consider: • How messaging influences perception in Japan • Whether tone builds trust with Japanese users • If product terminology aligns with local expectations • How clarity impacts conversion and usability In addition, I have provided on-site interpretation at exhibitions and business meetings, facilitating negotiations and partnership discussions between Japanese and overseas companies. This approach helps clients avoid common localization pitfalls and position their products effectively in Japan. 🟢 What I Support • Website & UI Localization • AI / SaaS Product Localization • Marketing Content Adaptation • Business & Sales Materials • Business Communication Support (Email, Pitch, Proposals) • Japanese–English Interpretation (Meetings & Negotiations) • Cross-Cultural Sales & Market Entry Support • Long-term Localization Partnerships
- Marketing Localization
- Content Localization
- Website Localization
- Technical Translation
- Translation
- Near-Native Fluency
- Japanese
- Japanese to English Translation
- English to Japanese Translation
- Adobe InDesign
- Adobe Illustrator
- Live Interpretation
- Translation & Localization Software
- SaaS
- Language Interpretation
Chiba, Japan
Are you looking for an authentic human touch in a world of AI-generated content? I am a native Japanese speaker and university student majoring in Arts and Humanities. I specialize in high-quality voice recording, cultural localization, and AI evaluation, focusing on absolute adherence to guidelines and clear, human-centric communication. 🎯 𝐖𝐡𝐲 𝐂𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐬𝐞 𝐌𝐞? (𝐈𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭𝐬 𝐟𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐌𝐲 𝐁𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐠𝐫𝐨𝐮𝐧𝐝) 𝟏𝟎𝟎% 𝐇𝐮𝐦𝐚𝐧 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: I do not use AI. I provide brave, honest, and manual Japanese input that reflects real-world nuances. 𝐐𝐮𝐢𝐞𝐭 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐄𝐧𝐯𝐢𝐫𝐨𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: My home is located in a quiet area with no noise from trains or animals, ensuring clean and professional audio data. 𝐀𝐜𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦𝐢𝐜 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐢𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐧𝐞: As a correspondence university student, I manage my own rigorous schedule and write 7,000+ words of reports monthly. I apply this same level of detail and discipline to your project. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠: 1 year of vocal training allows me to deliver clear intonation and stable, high-quality narration. 💼 𝐒𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐢𝐜𝐞𝐬 𝐈 𝐎𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫 1. 𝐕𝐨𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 & 𝐀𝐈 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐚 Natural Japanese speech recording for AI training and machine learning. Formal and informal narration for various media. Strict compliance with technical recording guidelines and file management. 2. 𝐀𝐈 𝐄𝐯𝐚𝐥𝐮𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫 & 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐥𝐢𝐳𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 Human-in-the-loop evaluation of AI-generated text for naturalness and accuracy. Cultural localization, ensuring content fits the Japanese "heart" and social norms. Data annotation and research with a focus on Art History and Japanese culture. 3. 𝐂𝐮𝐬𝐭𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐫-𝐂𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐫𝐢𝐜 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 Market research summaries that are organized and easy to digest. Insights from a consumer perspective, backed by 1 year of retail experience. 📈 𝐒𝐤𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐬 & 𝐓𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐑𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐕𝐨𝐢c𝐞 & 𝐋𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐮𝐚𝐠𝐞: 1 year of vocal music training + Native Japanese speaker. 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Confident face-to-face support experience at a high-traffic supermarket. 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐣𝐞𝐜𝐭 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐚𝐠𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: Self-funded and self-managed academic career with a 100% completion rate for unit requirements. 𝐄𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐢𝐬𝐡 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲: Eiken Grade 3. I follow English instructions accurately and provide honest feedback in my own words. 🛠 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐜𝐡 & 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐤 𝐓𝐨𝐨𝐥𝐬: Voice Recorder, Google Workspace, Microsoft Office. 𝐄𝐱𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐢𝐬𝐞: Art History, Vocal Music, and Cultural Localization. 𝐀𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲: Full commitment to your project with rapid response times. "I treat every rule as a promise." If you need a partner who values long-term quality and clear communication, click "Invite to Job" or message me today. Let's make your Japanese project shine!
- Customer Service
- Vocal Music
- Voice Recording
Sakai, Japan
I’m a native Japanese copywriter and localization specialist focused on turning English content into natural, engaging Japanese that resonates with local audiences. I don’t just translate — I adapt content so it feels intuitive, clear, and aligned with how Japanese users think and respond. My recent work includes: - Localization and adaptation of short-form ad scripts - Proofreading and localization of product labels for consumer goods I specialize in: - Making translated content sound natural and persuasive - Adjusting tone and flow for Japanese audiences - Maintaining consistent brand voice - Improving clarity, readability, and overall impact In addition, I have over 6 years of experience in SEO writing, with 150+ articles written for web media and e-commerce platforms. I understand search intent, keyword-based writing, and how to create content that performs in the Japanese market. I’m comfortable working with structured documents, fast turnaround tasks, and ongoing collaborations. If you’re looking for someone who can make your content not only correct, but effective in Japanese, I’d be happy to help.
- Localization
- Japanese
- Translation
- SEO Writing
- Writing
- Proofreading
- Copywriting
- Article Writing
- Blog Writing
- Website Content
- Product Description
- Creative Writing
- Editing & Proofreading
- Fashion Writing
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