Professional Information

Profession

Translator

Source Language

Japanese

Target Language

English

Specialties

Japanese-to-English translator specializing in economics, business, law, international relations, public relations, energy, and social sciences.

Background

Extensive experience translating for Japan’s leading corporations, media outlets, business organizations, universities, and government organs. Received Master of Arts in Japanese/English Translation & Interpretation from Monterey Institute of International Studies in 1994. Translated on-site for Nihon Keizai Shimbun (Nikkei) (1984-1989), NHK TV and Radio Japan (1994-1995), Nippon Television (1994-1999), Bain & Company Japan (1995-2007), and Bank of Japan (1995-2010). Book translations include The US-Japan Alliance of Hope: Asia-Pacific Maritime Security (2020), Population and the Japanese Economy: Longevity, Innovation, and Economic Growth (2019), Business is People: The Matsushita Spirit (2009), and Japan’s Lost Decade (2002).