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 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 96 min read
Translation memories and their significance
In today’s globalized world, content is increasingly being shared across languages and cultures. Translation is playing an ever-more...
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,...
May 214 min read
What is The Interpretive Theory of Translation?
What is The Interpretive Theory of Translation? Translation is a greatly misunderstood and underestimated discipline. It is a practice...
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....
Nov 11, 20218 min read
Skopos Theory in translation
Skopos Theory, emphasizes that the purpose of a translation should guide the translation process.
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