Japanese/English Translator

CultureAllLiteratureOn Screen in JapanJapanese FilmArtMusicFashionEventsUpcoming EventsEvents This WeekEvents Next WeekSubmit An EventBuy TicketsDiningAllRestaurantsBarsCafesLivingAllLife in JapanTokyo GuidesSocietyCollaborationsCommunityAllPet AdoptionSportsTravelAllHotelsHokkaidoTohokuKantoChubuKansaiChugoku and ShikokuKyushuOkinawa and Other IslandsMagazineMagazineAboutCareersClassifiedsAdvertise With Us / 広告募集Japan Partnership HoldingsContactNovember 24, 2025Japanese/English TranslatorWho We AreMetropolis Magazine is a part of Japan Partnership Holdings, a multimedia agency providing translation services for over 25 years.We pride ourselves on having a fast and efficient process for our clients, with high-quality translations that are native and captivating. We assist with translation projects for mediums such as articles, websites, blogs, social media and marketing pamphlets.Job DescriptionWe are looking to hire professional translators for freelance translator roles to work alongside our editorial and sales team, as well as our clients. Both English-to-Japanese language and Japanese-to-English roles are available.Your ResponsibilitiesResponsible for timely translation of client media.Translating all text from English to Japanese and/or vice versa.Proofreading final articles ahead of submission.Excellent creative writing skills to math the tone and purpose of the material for the client.Mandatory RequirementsProficient with proofreading, editing and copywriting.Excellent written communication skills who can connect with Japanese and English-speaking clients.Degree in Linguistics/Languages, Communications, Multi-media, or Arts & Social Sciences.Native or fluent in both Japanese and English.Proven work as a Translator, Interpreter or comparative job.Experience in Legal, IT and Marketing industries for translation work is a plus.How To ApplyPlease submit a translation sample (either English to Japanese or Japanese to English) along with a brief cover letter and your CV to jobs@metropolisjapan.com. Please include your standard rate per word in JPY, which language you are strongest at translating, and any specialities / your general availability to take on new projects.Latest articlesTokyo Comic Con 2025The world’s fandoms convergeR1, R2, R3 RoppongiBuilding a Community with R1, R2, R3 RoppongiWhere the Wild Wines Are: Discover Tokyo’s Natural Wine BarsA Guide to the Bars Keeping Wine Wild in the Heart of TokyoTravel Guide to the Charm of TomonouraLife in the Seto Inland Sea town of Tomo-no-UraThe Best Anime Songs of All TimeCertified bangers, no skipsIL LUPINO PRIME Christmas Dinner in Tokyo 2025A Tuscan winter feast in the heart of OmotesandoKanazawa Travel Guide: A Taste of Old JapanKyoto’s charms without the hordes of touristsBest Stollen in Tokyo for Christmas 2025The coziest winter dessert is back for Christmas