Tokyo TransPerfect Games ¥900,000 - ¥1,200,000 per year
Join TransPerfect Games


Are you passionate about gaming and experienced in translation? TransPerfect Games is looking for Simplified Chinese to Japanese gaming translators (onsite and remote opportunity) to collaborate on exciting localization projects.

You'll work on everything from indie games to AAA titles, ensuring the best gaming experience for Japanese players.


What We're Looking For:
Native-level proficiency in Japanese
Strong command of Simplified Chinese and English
Deep passion for gaming and familiarity with gaming terminology
Minimum 3 years of experience in gaming localization (Simplified Chinese >Japanese)
Expertise in Adventure, Strategy, and Fantasy games
Skilled in CAT tools (preferably in memoQ)
Detail-oriented with excellent grammar, spelling, and terminology skills
Ability to meet deadlines and work in a fast-paced, creative environment

Minimum Requirements (Must meet ONE of the following):
A Degree in Translation, Linguistics, or Language Studies (or equivalent with significant translation training)
3+ years of translation experience + a college degree
5+ years of translation experience (no degree required)
A translation certification issued by an appropriate government body


Important information:
This is a contract-based opportunity (full-time onsite or remote).
For onsite, as a mandatory requirement, you must have the right to work in Tokyo. You will be required to provide supporting documentation.
For the onsite position.

You are required to work onsite during core business hours (Mon – Fri, 8 hours per day) at our office in Tokyo.

So you shall be based in the Tokyo area or you are within commuting distance to our office.
For the remote position. You are required to work during core business hours (Mon – Fri, 8 hours per day).


How to Apply:
Apply directly via LinkedIn with your latest CV attached or send an email to


In your CV, please include:
Your Gaming Translation and Localization experience (gaming genres, partial client lists, estimated word count).

Applicants must sign a confidentiality agreement and complete a Translation test.

Only qualified applicants will be contacted.

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