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Mayuko Akimoto

@mayukoakimoto

English–Japanese translator with 10+ years working with Hearst Fujingaho. Specialized in editorial, lifestyle, and localization translation.

Japan

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What I'm looking for

I seek translation and localization projects that broaden the ways of thinking enabled by Japanese and deepen my understanding of language and culture.

I am an English-to-Japanese translator with over 10 years of experience working with Hearst Fujingaho, a leading Japanese magazine publisher. I specialize in editorial, lifestyle, and cultural content, offering translation, localization, and post-editing services. My focus is on producing natural and accurate Japanese while preserving the tone and nuance of the original text. I enjoy helping international content resonate with Japanese audiences.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Editorial Translation

Current

Hearst Fujingaho

Apr 2015 - Present (10 years 11 months)

Provided English-to-Japanese translation, localization, and post-editing for editorial and lifestyle content. Worked on multiple international magazine titles including 25ans and previously Cosmopolitan, covering fashion, culture, and lifestyle topics. Adapted global editorial content for Japanese readers while preserving tone and nuance.

Remote Localization Cultural Adaptation Editorial Standards Education

Translator (via agency)

Dorling Kindersley

Oct 2015 - Jun 2016 (8 months)

Co-translated the visual encyclopedia "Picturepedia," translating educational and reference content from English into clear and natural Japanese while maintaining accuracy and readability, via a Japanese translation agency for Dorling Kindersley (UK).

Translation Localization Education Cultural Adaptation Remote