How can translators learn from others without taking a degree or class in translation? This is a question I have struggled with over the years. However, I’ve noticed that over time, one of the biggest impacts to improving my translation
I explained in part one of this series how experienced translators will tell aspiring translators that they need to practice. However, that can be easier said than done. How does one practice and improve their translation skills? Translation isn’t just
Translation is a highly skilled career, yet the majority of translators are self-taught. Perhaps a class at college or a seminar here and there, but the majority of translators don’t tend to go to school for formal training. Even those
I’ve been thinking a lot about how people go about translating lately. Everyone’s different, we all find our own ways to approach translation. Not just how we translate something but how we translate it; the process from being given a
Japanese – English translation competitions are a great way to improve your translation skills and get your name out there. They can be particularly great for people new to the industry for putting on resumes. If you win one you’re
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Emily Balistrieri Can you tell us about yourself? I’m Tristan, a nonbinary trans guy (he/him) from Wisconsin currently living in Tokyo; I’m in the process of coming
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Sarah Tangney Meet Sarah Tangney Hi! I’m a translator/editor/writer, and I’ve been fascinated by words and language for my whole life. My Japanese studies started because of anime
A manga translation can vary drastically when handled by different people. Not just the translator, but editors, adapters, and of course companies, have their own approaches and preferences (hence why styles guides are a thing). I (Jennifer) teamed up with
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Molly Rabbitt Can you tell us about yourself? Hi! I’m your friendly neighborhood translator, Molly. Sorry you haven’t seen me for a minute. I’m still alive, I’ve
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Lucile Danilov Can you tell us about yourself? Hello! I’m Lucile Danilov. I’ve been working in the games industry for about 12 years now… Which I guess
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Julie Goniwich Meet Julie Goniwich I’m a freelance translator currently living in Japan with my husband and 3-year-old daughter. I worked in-house briefly, but I’ve been freelance for
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Liz Bushouse Tell us about yourself! I’m Liz Bushouse, a freelance Japanese to English video game translator. I started translating professionally in 2016 when I was 26,
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Jenny McKeon Tell us about yourself! I’m Jenny McKeon, a Japanese to English translator of manga and light novels! I have a BA in Japanese and Linguistics from
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Michelle Deco Can you tell us about yourself? Hi! My name’s Michelle Deco and I’m a Localization Writer/Editor! I currently work as a Localization Editor/Coordinator at NIS America.
There is this strange nonchalant attitude towards the JLPT N1 that seems to hover around advanced learners. On the one hand it’s really not a big deal; it’s an exam that does not do the best job of showing your
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Meru Meet Meru Most people online know me as Meru! I translate and also own my own localization company. I discovered anime when I was around
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Brandon Bovia Hi! My name’s Brandon Bovia. I’m 26 years old and have been lettering manga as a freelancer for two years. I primarily work for Viz Media,
The first thing I heard about the Netflix’s re-release of the 1996 cult-classic anime Neon Genesis Evangelion was: “WTF? They’ve removed Fly Me To The Moon.” Shortly after my Twitter was full of angry and confused people talking about the new
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Molly Lee Tell us about yourself! My name is Molly Lee. I’m also known by my internet handle, VerdelishJP, or just Verde, if you’re cool. I’m a loudmouth
We don’t talk about failures enough. Translation is seen as this super competitive industry. It’s a dog-eat-dog world where only the best survive. If we show our weaknesses, our failures, then we’ll damage our job prospects forever. Don’t let you’re
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Nova Skipper Can you tell us about yourself? My name is Nova Skipper, and I’ve been a professional Japanese to English translator for four years now. I’ve
Earlier this year a friend said something along the lines of; “I’m too busy to take this translation job, but I don’t want to say “no” in case they never want to hire me again.” Obviously this friend is amazing
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Diana Taylor Meet Diana Taylor! My name is Diana Taylor, occasionally going by the internet handle of Laiska. I am a Japanese-to-English translator, currently working mainly in
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Jan Mitsuko Cash Can you tell us about yourself, Jan? I translate light novels, literary fiction, and manga from Japanese to English. I grew up in California
One of the best pieces of advice I received as a beginner translator was “never assume”. Never assume a kanji reading or a word meaning. Never assume you know what someone said. Basically, never assume the Japanese and never assume that’s
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Kaylyn Wylie Can you tell us about yourself? My name is Kaylyn Wylie. I’m a professional freelance JtoEN game translator/localizer and media localization community builder based out
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下記は気に入った翻訳・ローカリゼーション等についての記事です。 いつも英語に書いてある記事をリンクするけど、今回は日本語ができる方に面白い記事をシェアしたいと思いました。 英語もできるなら他の「リンク・ラウンドアップ」をご参考してください！ 2017年にヒットしたインディーズゲームの翻訳者による座談会をレポート。ゲーム翻訳の裏話や翻訳者の日常生活などあれこれを聞いた 2018年2月に3人の英日翻訳者が翻訳について講義を開催しました。 この記事はイベントの内容に関して、とても面白いことです！ ドラクエやモンハンの世界をどう訳す？ 「教会の十字架の形まで変える」ゲーム翻訳の奥深き世界 海外のゲーム翻訳についえ依田寛子さんとMatt Altさんのインタビューです。 依田寛子さんとMatt Altさんは「ドラゴンクエストVIII」と「仁王」などのゲームを翻訳した翻訳者です。 『Detroit』インタビュー SIEローカライズチームが語る、プレイヤーを没入させるためのローカライズ術【Quantic Dream特集その11】 「デトロイト」は去年海外ですごく流行したゲームですが、日本版はあっという間に日本語に翻訳した気がします。 この記事はローカライズチームとのインタビューです。 ローカライズのQA（品質保証）をマスターする7つの方法 ローカリゼーションは翻訳のことだけではないんです。 「翻訳者はミスしなかったか？」とか「プレーヤーはゲーム内のテキスト等を理解している？」とか「言語に面白いか？」等のことも大事です。だからローカライズの言語品質保証（LQA）はとても重要なことです。 この記事はLQAについてです。
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Jessica Chavez – Game Editor Please tell us about yourself! My name is Jessica Chavez, and I’m a former editor and localization manager at XSEED Games. I’ve
– Discussions with people in the Japanese media localization industry – Kristi Fernandez Please tell us about yourself! Hi, there! I’m Kristi, a NYC resident and Japanese to English translator. I’ve only been freelancing for about two years
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The following is a collection of interesting articles I found. These are not necessarily recent articles, some are a few years old. But they’re ones I’ve read recently. It’s been a little while since I’ve gathered my bookmarks of interesting