At Juniper Communications, I offer a range of language services, including editing and proofreading of English-language content, Japanese-to-English translation, and checking or translation quality assurance (TQA) for AI-generated translations from Japanese to English.
Based in Tokyo, I bring over 20 years of experience delivering high-quality bilingual (Japanese-English) communication and English editing services to Japan-based organizations and global clients with teams in Japan. My long-standing clients include a top-tier global strategy firm (MBB), government and non-governmental organizations, leading Japanese banks and telecommunications companies, and distinguished academics.
Please find descriptions of the main types of language services I offer below as well as a rate table for easy reference. For a custom quote, please write to me at info@juniper-communications.com.
Proofreading eliminates grammatical, typographical, and formatting errors, resolves inconsistencies, and enhances flow. Editing takes it further and refines the structure of your document, sharpening its impact and amplifying your message.
I offer meticulous proofreading and editing to enhance clarity, consistency, tone, and grammatical precision while preserving your style and intent. My clients, in both business and academia, have consistently relied on me to produce documents that meet the highest standards of professionalism.
I hold a master’s degree in Japanese-to-English translation, a field in which I have built a career spanning more than two decades. My long-term clients have included a leading consulting firm (MBB), for whom I translated client presentations across a remarkable variety of industries for over 15 years, as well as a major Japanese bank, for whom I have translated a detailed monthly financial analysis report for nearly twenty years.
Beyond corporate translation, my experience also spans a wide range of fields, from music and literature (see The Red Star of Cadiz) to highly technical fields such as fintech (see The Economics of Fintech, my uncredited English translation of a comprehensive textbook exploring the economic implications of blockchains, crypto assets, AI, and financial systems by Keio University economic faculty and leading experts in policy and industry, published by Springer).
Translation is far more than a word-for-word transfer. It requires sensitivity to meaning, tone, audience, and intent. I specialize in transforming complex Japanese content into clear and engaging English, whether for internal use, global distribution, or public-facing communication. My work reads as if it were originally written in English, while remaining faithful to the source.
Over the course of my career, I have learned that documents requiring translation are not always written by professional communicators. Many are drafted by subject-matter experts who may not express their ideas with clarity. Effective translation therefore often involves research, inference, and problem-solving, areas where AI still struggles to perform consistently. I take pride in discerning the intended meaning behind unclear or poorly written text and producing a final document that is not only accurate but often clearer and of higher quality than the original.
With the rapid advancement of AI, it is inevitable that human translators will be used more selectively, particularly in situations where speed and cost take priority. While AI-generated translations continue to improve, most projects still benefit from a human expert who can review the output for accuracy, nuance, and context.
I take a practical view of these industry changes and tailor my services to what clients now need most. Drawing on more than 20 years of translation and editing experience, I provide high-quality translation quality assurance (TQA) services to Japan-based companies and global firms that require flawless bilingual output.
My TQA services include reviewing AI-generated translations, in-house drafts, and third-party work for accuracy, tone, terminology, and cultural appropriateness. This ensures that your translated content is consistent, error-free, and professionally polished.
Note 1: The rates below are reasonable estimates, but depending on the complexity of a project, special rates may apply. Please write to info@juniper-communications.com for custom quotes.
Note 2: Rates include up to two rounds of reasonable revisions. Additional revisions billed at ¥8,000/hour.
| Service | Unit | Rate/Unit (¥) | Rush rates* | Per-day capacity | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Proofreading (English) |
200 words (1 page) |
¥3,000/ page |
+50% | 15 pages |
Eliminating grammar, typo, formatting errors and enhancing flow |
| Editing (English) |
200 words (1 page) |
¥4,000/ page |
+50% | 15 pages |
Refining structure and internal consistency to sharpen impact |
| Translation (Japanese → English) |
Per character (Japanese) |
¥14-¥16/ character |
+50% | 3000 characters |
Fields include e-commerce, corporate, business, marketing, finance, entertainment, lifestyle, etc. |
| Book Translation (Japanese → English) |
Per project | Quoted per project | - | Project-dependent | Open to flat-fee or advance + royalty arrangement; Email me for a custom quote; |
| AI Translation Checks (Japanese → English) |
400 Japanese characters (1 page) |
¥4,500/ page |
+50% | 10 pages |
Ensuring accuracy, style, terminology, and cultural appropriateness of AI-generated translations |
Rush rates (+50%) apply to:
1. Rush deliveries - within 1 business day or overnight/weekend schedules)
2. Portions exceeding standard daily capacity - any volume over 3,000 Japanese characters (translation), 15 pages (proofreading), or 10 pages (TQA) per day of turnaround time
Rates include up to two rounds of reasonable revisions. Additional revisions: ¥8,000/hour.