Marika R.

English ⇄ Japanese Interpreter & Translator Hello! I’m Marika, a bilingual English-Japanese interpreter and translator with over 15 years of experience supporting communication across cultures, languages, and industries. I specialize in creating smooth, accurate, and human-centered communication between English and Japanese speakers. Here’s what I do best: 🔹 Live Interpretation Live and Zoom-based interpretation for international meetings, interviews, and trainings Specialties: business meetings, legal/tax topics, education, coaching, and wellness Trusted by global teams to bridge language and cultural gaps with care and precision 🔹 Professional Translation Services Clear and culturally appropriate translations of documents, presentations, websites, and subtitles Fields: business, law, education, coaching, spirituality, psychology, and marketing High attention to nuance, honorifics, and tone – not just direct word-for-word translation 🔹 Cultural Communication & Soft Skills Strong cross-cultural understanding from living and working in the U.S., Japan, Southeast Asia, and Europe Empathetic, emotionally intelligent, and detail-oriented communication style Background in coaching, psychology, and education supports deep contextual awareness With my combined background in business (MBA), accounting (U.S. CPA), and psychology (PhD candidate), I bring both professionalism and heart to every project. Whether you need help in a high-stakes meeting, an accurate translation of sensitive material, or a warm cultural bridge between teams, I’m here to support you.