Tokyo TransPerfect Games
Level Up Your Career with TransPerfect Games


Ready to take your love for gaming and knack for languages to the next level? TransPerfect Games is on the hunt for stellar Simplified Chinese to Japanese Gaming Translators (onsite in Tokyo or remote ) to join our high-score team From indie gems to blockbuster AAA adventures, you'll help bring amazing stories to life—making sure Japanese players get the most epic experience possible.

Who Are We Looking For?
Native-level Japanese—no lost-in-translation moments here
A strong command of Simplified Chinese (and a bonus XP if your English is great too)
Hardcore passion for gaming and you talk game lingo in your sleep
At least 3 years of hands-on gaming localization (Simplified Chinese Japanese)
Extra points if you're into Adventure, Strategy, or Fantasy games
CAT tool wizardry (memoQ is our spell of choice)
Detail-obsessed grammar stickler with a master's eye for spelling and terminology
Loves meeting deadlines (boss fights come on schedule)


You'll Need ONE of These Quest Items:
Degree in Translation, Linguistics, Language Studies, or similar with serious translation chops
3+ years translation experience plus a college degree
5+ years translation experience (no degree needed)
A translation certification from your local quest-giving authority


Perks and Details:
Contract-based gig (full-time, onsite or remote)
Compensation leveled up according to your experience points

Onsite heroes:
Must have work rights in Tokyo (and be ready to prove it)
Willing to commute? You'll join us onsite during core hours (Mon–Fri, 8 hours/day)
Working from afar? Remote role, but still rocking those core business hours
For onsite opportunity (Tokyo): score 1 day PTO per month to recharge, plus social insurance and actual transportation fees covered up to 30,000 JPY/month (no more wallet weeping on the train)
Confidentiality agreement & translation test required before you suit up
Only the most qualified warriors will be contacted

Ready to Play?
Hit "Apply" right here on LinkedIn OR send your latest CV to In your CV, make sure to press 'start' on your game localization adventures: gaming genres, clients you've helped, and your estimated translated word count all welcome

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