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Kyoko Arahata

@kyokoarahata

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Seasoned localization and international relations professional supporting Japanese startups globally.

Poland

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What I'm looking for

I seek roles enabling international market expansion for Japanese startups, emphasizing cross-cultural collaboration, strategic localization, and measurable growth.

I am a seasoned professional with 20+ years of cross-industry experience in HR consultancy, localization, event management, and client relations, focused on supporting Japanese startups with international ambitions.

I have built expertise in Japanese–European market liaison, localization project management, and client relationship development through roles at TransPerfect, Lionbridge, and corporate positions in finance and marketing.

My achievements include streamlining operational processes to reduce overtime, executing marketing campaigns that increased lead generation by 25%, and implementing SEO strategies that improved website traffic by 30%.

Guided by the motto “Increase the charm of attraction,” I prioritize intercultural collaboration, clear communication, and sustainable growth to help organizations expand internationally.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

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Project Officer

Current

Kopernik Japan Foundation

Oct 2024 - Present (11 months)

Managed projects and events supporting Japan–Europe cultural and business exchange, coordinating stakeholders and delivering programs that increased engagement and partnership activity.

Project Management Event Coordination Stakeholder Engagement Cross Cultural Communication Program Delivery Public Relations Budget Management

Localization Specialist

TransPerfect

Oct 2020 - Dec 2024 (4 years 2 months)

Delivered Japanese localization projects for software and content, improving quality and turnaround for global clients and coordinating cross-functional teams to meet deadlines.

Localization QA Testing Project Coordination Translation Cross Cultural Communication CAT Tools Vendor Management

Event Coordinator

Fundacja ChibiWaru

May 2015 - Aug 2020 (5 years 3 months)

Coordinated events and cultural programs to promote Japanese culture in Poland, managing logistics, outreach, and volunteer teams to increase participation.

Event Planning Volunteer coordination Logistics Outreach Budgeting Promotion Cross Cultural Communication

Business Coordinator

East Inc.

Jan 2019 - Apr 2020 (1 year 3 months)

Coordinated business operations and client support, streamlining processes to reduce overtime and improving communication between Japanese clients and European teams.

Operations Coordination client support Process Improvement Communication Time Management Relationship Management

Japanese Market Strategist

QMED Sp z o o

Apr 2013 - Sep 2014 (1 year 5 months)

Developed strategies for entering and growing in the Japanese market, advising on localization, client outreach, and partnerships to increase market traction.

Market Strategy Localization Client Relations Business Development Research

Japanese Tester & Localization

Lionbridge Poland

Nov 2012 - Sep 2013 (10 months)

Performed Japanese language testing and localization QA for software and content, ensuring linguistic accuracy and functional quality across releases.

Localization QA Bug Reporting CAT Tools Functional Testing L10n

Marketing Manager

Mitsui Sumitomo Trust Bank

Jan 2010 - Jan 2012 (2 years)

Led marketing and client relationship initiatives for European clients, launching campaigns that increased lead generation by 25% and improving digital visibility through SEO.

Marketing Strategy Client Relations SEO Campaign Management Content Creation Sales Enablement Analytics

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

University of Leicester

Master of Science, Management

Master of Science in Management completed with a focus on Japanese localization (Oct 2020 – Dec 2024 listed under TransPerfect; degree completion year 2013 indicated elsewhere).