Haruka M.

Expert JP–EN Translator & Simultaneous Interpreter | Legal, Esports, Pop Culture Hi! I’m a bilingual Japanese–English translator MC and interpreter with over 10 years of experience in: ・Legal translation & contract interpretation ・Esports tournament support, MC and live interviews ・Localization for games, pop culture content, and international media ・On-site and remote interpreting for global teams/businessman visiting Japan Whether you're preparing for a tournament, finalizing a bilingual agreement, or localizing your game, website or media for a Japanese audience, I bring the right mix of speed, accuracy, and cultural insight. What I bring to your project: ・Native-level fluency in both Japanese and English ・Legal training and professional experience in corporate law ・Interpretation lead for international esports tournaments (including Pokémon World Championships) ・Real-time and subtitled translation for YouTube, social media, and digital content ・Proven ability to handle urgent, high-pressure, or confidential projects ・Deep knowledge of both Western and Japanese pop culture Recent projects include: ・Live interpretation for esports teams at World Championships ・Subtitling and localizing game trailers & interviews (JP↔EN) ・Legal document translation (NDAs, contracts, policies, magazine articles) ・Full support for international visitors: hotels, logistics, cultural liaison ・Creating and managing translation teams for fast-paced events Background: ・Trained in law (civil and property law specialization) ・Lived and studied in the UK; fluent in British and American English ・Currently based in Tokyo, working with clients globally ・Conversational Mandarin (2 years of study + field experience with Chinese-speaking clients) Why clients work with me: I blend professional discipline with cultural fluency. I'm easy to work with, quick to respond, and always committed to delivering high-quality work—on time, and with care. Let’s make your message clear, confident, and culturally accurate. Looking forward to working with you!