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The popularity of cheerleading in Japan
An activity that was first seen in America, cheerleading is now practised around the world, and most certainly in Japan. Cheerleading...
Jan 84 min read
How do we ensure the timely delivery of projects?
Translation can be a pressurised, fast-paced industry. One in which most projects have deadlines, and those deadlines can be...
Dec 3, 20245 min read
How Do Japanese Subtitles Differ from Those in the West?
Subtitling is crucial to bridging language and cultural divides. The right subtitles give viewers access to foreign media while...
Nov 27, 20243 min read
Human Powered Academy: Enabling Translators to Enhance Their Knowledge and Skills
Translation is an evolving and fluid industry that is continually impacted by new technology and ideas. Professional translators must...
Nov 18, 20243 min read
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...
Nov 7, 20245 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 29, 20245 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 22, 20247 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 13, 20245 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 2, 20245 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 25, 20246 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 18, 20245 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 10, 20246 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 3, 20243 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 24, 20246 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 16, 20244 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 27, 20244 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 22, 20244 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 12, 20244 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...
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