Summary
I am a Japanese to English translator based in the UK, specialising in video games, light novels, and other forms of entertainment. I have been translating professionally since 2015, both in freelance and in-house positions. I studied Japanese at university, spent time living in Japan, and have passed the JLPT exam at the highest level. I mostly work in US English, but as a UK native speaker I am comfortable working in either variant. I pride myself on providing translations that are smooth and natural to give end users the most enjoyable experience possible.
Key Achievements
- Contributed to the localisation of video games across several different platforms, including PC, console, smartphone, and arcade machines. These titles have included a wide range of genres and audiences, from games for younger children to 18+ content.
- When required, I have taken on the role of lead translator, establishing and discussing creative decisions with the rest of the team to ensure consistent quality throughout the project. This also involved the creation and upkeep of communal resources, including glossaries, style guides, and change logs.
- I am familiar with multiple stages of the localisation process. As well as translation, I have worked on projects during proofreading, LQA, and voice over recording phases, flagging potential issues and providing additional support.
- Outside of video games, I have experience with manga and prose literature, both standalone stories and multi-volume series. I believe it is important to recognise and adjust to each medium’s unique challenges to deliver the best results.
- While my primary focus is fiction, I also handle non-fiction resources such as creator interviews, product descriptions, and tourist information.
- I am familiar with CAT, desktop publishing, and subtitle creation tools. Software I have worked with in the past includes: MemoQ, SmartCAT, Wordfast Anywhere, Wordbee, Aegisub, MOES, iVerse Comics+.
Credited Projects
Ayakashi a la Mode (Translator), 2026
Utawarerumono: Past and Present Rediscovered (Translator), 2026
Darwin's Paradox (Translator), 2026
Sasaki Agency Series: Pitch-Black Infatuation, Saint's Fallen Antlers (Translator), 2025 -
The Hundred Line -Last Defense Academy- (Translator, VO Support), 2025
The Hundred Line Novel: Hiruko Shizuhara's First Battle (Translator), 2025
Catalog of Wonders (Translator), 2024 - Present
Dragon Ball: Sparking! Zero (Translator), 2024
That Time I Got Reincarnated as a Slime ISEKAI Chronicles (Translator), 2024
Ginka (LQA), 2023
Grisaia Chronos Rebellion (LQA), 2023
Brigandine: The Legend of Runersia (Translator), 2020
Education
N1 Japanese Language Proficiency Test, Japan Foundation, 2015
BA Japanese, University of London School of Oriental and African Studies, 2012
Past Projects & Clients
Side International (UK & Japan Branches) – Video game translation, proofreading, LQA. Mar 2015 - Present
https://www.side.inc/
Active Gaming Media – Video game translation, proofreading, VO Support. Dec 2015 - Present
http://www.activegamingmedia.com/
Yen Press - Light novel translation. Feb 2024 - Present
https://yenpress.com/
Frontwing – Video game localisation QA. May 2023
http://en.frontwing.jp/
Catal Communications – Short story proofreading. Dec 2021
https://catal-comm.jp/
Alpha Games – Video game translation & proofreading. May-Nov 2019
https://games.alphacrc.com/
Transatlantic Translation Group - video game translation, Oct-Dec 2016 Survey response translation. Feb 2019
http://ttgtranslates.com/
Sublime Subtitling & Translation – text translation (music industry related). Feb 2018
http://www.sublimesubtitling.com/
Inlingo Game Localization Studio – text translation (video game related). Feb 2018
http://inlingogames.com/
Transfluent – manga translation. Mar 2015
http://www.transfluent.com/en/
Athelstan Militaria – translation and explanatory notes of signature on antique sword blade.
Memberships
Translators Café
LinkedIn
Translations for Progress
