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Understanding the Japanese Koseki System: History, Structure, and Modern Role
The koseki (戸籍), or Japanese family registry, is a unique and foundational element of Japan's civil administration system. Far more than...
Jun 194 min read


Client Feature: the ancient Japanese art of tsuiki copperware
Tsuiki copperware – an ancient Japanese art Table of contents Tsuiki copperware – an ancient Japanese art What is Tsuiki Copperware?...
Jun 105 min read


What is Golden Week in Japan?
Golden Week (ゴールデンウィーク) or Ōgon Shūkan (黄金週間) is a holiday period in Japan. It consists of several national holidays that are clustered...
May 13 min read


How is the cost of Japanese to English Translation calculated?
Translation costs are generally calculated according to the number of words in the source text. It is particularly important to bear this...
Apr 24 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...
Mar 56 min read


National Cat Day in Japan
National Cat Day is celebrated in several countries around the world and on different days. The occasion is often used to promote the...
Feb 135 min read


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 235 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...
Jan 84 min read


Safeguards Against Bad Translation
Word Connection’s Safeguards Against Bad Translation Poorly translated material will impact your business’s progress in Japan. Bad...
Dec 11, 20244 min read
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