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Miki Y.

Japanese Localization Specialist | Japanese Translator | LQA

Native Japanese localization specialist helping global brands connect naturally with Japanese audiences through translation, localization, subtitles, and culturally adapted content. As a native Japanese linguist from Osaka, Japan 🇯🇵 with over 4 years of experience and a Bachelor's degree in International Studies, I help international clients communicate more naturally and effectively with Japanese audiences through high-quality translation and localization services. I specialize in English-to-Japanese translation for websites, marketing content, subtitles, business communication, creative projects, and culturally adapted content. My goal is not only to translate accurately, but also to create natural Japanese that feels authentic and engaging to native audiences. ***What I can help you with*** ✔ English to Japanese Translation ✔ Website & App Localization ✔ Marketing & Social Media Localization ✔ Subtitle Translation & Proofreading ✔ Creative & Novel Translation ✔ Business Communication Support ✔ Resume & Professional Document Translation ***My Experience & Past Projects*** ✔ Translation and preparation of official documents including birth certificates (Japanese ↔ English) ✔ High-accuracy Japanese audio transcription with strong attention to detail ✔ Novel translation with natural storytelling and tone adaptation ✔ Resume and professional document translation for international job applications ✔ Business communication support including email correspondence with Japanese companies on behalf of overseas clients ✔ Localization support for websites, social media, and culturally adapted content for Japanese audiences Born and raised in Osaka, I also enjoy sharing local cultural insights, Osaka dialect expressions, and authentic perspectives that help international clients better connect with Japanese culture and audiences. おおきに!(Thank you!) Why clients work with me: ✓ Natural and fluent Japanese localization ✓ Cultural nuance and audience-focused adaptation ✓ Professional and reliable communication ✓ Detail-oriented workflow and quality-focused delivery ✓ Friendly, flexible, and easy collaboration I take full responsibility for every project from start to finish and always strive to provide high-quality work tailored to each client’s goals and audience. Thank you very much for visiting my profile. I would be happy to support your project and international growth.

🇯🇵Osaka, Japan$20/hr100% JSS4.94 (38)Since Dec 2023

Earnings and projects

MRR
$216

Last 6 months ÷ 6

World#110,604 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#312 / 1,269
Revenue, last 30 days
$0

Last 6 months: $1.3k

Total earnings
$6.4k

Billed in all: $6.7k

World#233,241 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#552 / 1,269
Per project
$91

$93 in the last 6 months

World#305,608 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#983 / 1,269
Projects, last 6 months
14

Across 18 contracts

78% fixed22% hourly
World#11,058 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#19 / 1,269
Projects in all
71

Across 96 contracts

60% fixed40% hourly
World#42,159 / 412k
🇯🇵Country#77 / 1,269

Earnings, last 30 days

$6.7kNothing earned in the last 30 daysBilled in all, before Upwork's fee · drag across the chart to see what was earned in any stretch
$6.6k$6.7k$6.8k$6.9kOct 8Oct 23Nov 7

Skill rankings: Top 16% in Female Voice

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