English to Japanese Translator – Basketball

Keywords Studios

. Combine the passion for games with your translation skills, a better gaming experience will be possible through your effort!

Posted 5/7/2026contractRemote • 🇯🇵 JapanMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Combine the passion for games with your translation skills, a better gaming experience will be possible through your effort!
We are calling for potential linguists to join our English into Japanese translators’ pool.
Our range of projects include collaboration with various well-known gaming publishers, in and outside Japan. Projects length might vary and be flexible according to your availability.
As this is a freelance position, the job can be done from your home, no matter where it is.
Apply and find out more!
ゲームへの情熱と翻訳スキルを活かして、よりよいゲーム体験をプレイヤーへお届けする。それが私たちゲーム翻訳者の使命であり、やりがいです。
現在、私たちと一緒にお仕事をして頂けるフリーランス（登録制）の英日翻訳者を募集しています。
社内で扱うプロジェクトは様々で、国内外の有名パブリッシャーからの依頼も多数あります。プロジェクトの規模や開発期間も様々なため、ご担当いただける翻訳の分量にあわせて柔軟な対応が可能です。
フリーランスなので作業はすべて自宅からでOK。どこにお住まいの方でも大丈夫です。
※詳細などは応募後に改めてご案内いたします。
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Requirements

What you’ll need

- Japanese as mother tongue (mandatory)
- Extensive knowledge of English
- Translation certificate and/or equivalent experience
- Passionate with video games
- Knowledge of translation tools or willingness to learn
- Interest in MTPE
- Passing the entry test

Benefits

Comp & perks

Working on top video game titles**Organizing work autonomously**Flexible time

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Hard Skills & Tools

translationMTPE

Soft Skills

passion for video games

Certifications

translation certificate