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Super-Human Translators: The Finest Translators Are Also Great Writers
There are few aspects of life which have remained untouched by Artificial Intelligence (AI). Indeed, AI has become so sophisticated, and...
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Obon Japan: Honouring Ancestors
Obon (お盆) is one of Japan’s most cherished traditional holidays and has been celebrated for more than 500 years. It’s a time when...
Aug 113 min read


Beyond Translation: A successful Basque export to Japan
Helping clients to grow and reach their goals is what drives us to do what we do. Of course, our translation services assist our clients...
Jul 164 min read


How to Obtain a Japanese Work Visa
Any foreign national entering Japan for the purpose of taking up paid employment will require a work visa. This includes any person who...
Jul 115 min read


Medical Device Translation Requirement for EU MDRCompliance
The EU MDR was adopted to modernize and strengthen the regulatory framework for medical devices in the European market.
Jul 24 min read


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


Dynamic equivalence in translation
Dynamic equivalence in translation In his book Toward a Science of Translating , published in 1964, the American linguist Eugene Nida ...
Apr 305 min read


What is a Notarised Translation?
A notarised translation is a translation of a document that has been authenticated by a notary public. This additional legal authentication may be required when submitting official documents overseas.
Apr 164 min read


A Guide to Patent Translation
If you have developed a new, innovative or even groundbreaking product, you may require a patent to protect your invention both in your...
Apr 95 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


Certified Translation
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Mar 194 min read


Literary Translation Specialism
Any field of translation delivers numerous challenges. Translators should boast both language skills and knowledge of the concepts...
Feb 274 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


Specialising in Technical translation
Translation is always a complex, multifaceted undertaking that demands diverse skills. In addition, every industry or field boasts its...
Jan 293 min read


Specialization in the Translation Industry
Translation is a complex undertaking and so translation professionals require multiple skills. Language skills alone are not enough to...
Jan 146 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...
Dec 3, 20245 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 18, 20243 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 22, 20247 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 13, 20245 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 9, 20246 min read
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