The Global Popularity of Japanese Creative Writing: From Haiku to Manga
Japanese creative writing has captured the world’s imagination and encompasses traditional literature, poetry, modern novels, video game...
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Nov 75 min read
Understanding the Nuances of Japanese Legal Translation: Challenges and Best Practices
Errors when translating legal document s can have serious consequences. Contracts may be invalidated or rendered non-binding. Depositions...
Oct 295 min read
The impact of an aging population on Japanese industry
Home to more centenarians than anywhere else, Japan boasts an aging population that is now the oldest in the world. Almost 29% of people...
Oct 227 min read
Localizing E-commerce for the Japanese Market
Japan boasts the third largest ecommerce market in the world together with an outstanding logistics infrastructure. The country clearly...
Oct 135 min read
Supōtsu no Hi: Japan’s Celebration of Health and Sports
Supōtsu no Hi (スポーツの日), or Sports Day , is an annual public holiday in Japan that celebrates the importance of physical health,...
Oct 25 min read
Transcreation vs. Translation: Which is More Effective for Japanese Marketing?
Marketing in any territory demands a carefully conceived and tailored approach. Japan presents specific challenges courtesy of the unique...
Sep 256 min read
The Impact of Japanese Minimalism on Global Design Trends
Japanese minimalism is deeply rooted in centuries-old cultural and philosophical traditions. It has had a profound influence on global...
Sep 185 min read
Challenges of Translating Traditional Japanese Medicine (Kampō) for Western Audiences
Any form of Japanese medical translation is extremely challenging. Medical texts and content are loaded with technical terminology,...
Sep 106 min read
Why Japanese Businesses Should Consider Local SEO
Japan is one of the most digital ly connected countries in the world. Japanese consumer s increasingly rely on online search es to find...
May 33 min read
Types of business in Japan
Types of business in Japan If you are considering starting a business in Japan, it is worth acquainting yourself with the types of...
Apr 246 min read
How to set up a business in Japan
How to set up a business in Japan Setting up a business in your own country can seem daunting and so establishing an operation overseas...
Apr 164 min read
What are the Rules of Japanese Haiku?
What are the Rules of Japanese Haiku? Short poems that originated in Japan, Haiku (俳句) are now written across the world and in many...
Mar 274 min read
Japanese Dialects: Kansai
As in many countries, numerous dialects are spoken in Japan. An island nation, the country was isolated from the rest of the world until...
Feb 224 min read
Anglicisms in Japanese
Anglicisms in Japanese Thousands of languages are spoken around the world. All are constantly evolving, and most have been influenced in...
Feb 124 min read
Valentine’s Day in Japan
Honouring love and affection, Valentine’s Day is celebrated annually on February 14 in many countries around the world. But the...
Nov 10, 20234 min read
Beyond translation: Website accessibility in Japan
If you are looking to expand your brand’s horizons and to market your products or services in Japan, your website will be crucial to your...
Jun 29, 20234 min read
Translation rates: Making sense of cents
Translation rates: Making sense of cents Most people probably believe that they are underpaid and that their work is undervalued....
Feb 17, 20236 min read
Cherry Blossom Season in Japan
Cherry Blossom Season in Japan A period of celebration, cherry blossom season in Japan is known as Hanami and sees locals and visitors...
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