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  • Adobe Premiere Pro
  • Communication Skills
  • Communications Management
  • Retail Sales Management
  • Sales Management
  • Video Editing

Services

  • EN-JP Translation & Localization

    $12/hr Starting at $25 Ongoing

    Dedicated Resource

    Core Services That Drive Results  Expert EN-JP Translation & Localization - Market-ready content that resonates with Japanese consumers  Professional Consecutive Interpretation Services - Seamless cross-cultural...

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About

Japan Market Entry Specialist | EN-JP Translation, Interpretation & Retail Consulting | 20+ Years Experience

🎯 Open Doors to the Japanese Market with Proven Expertise
I specialize in helping international businesses succeed in Japan through a rare combination of expert-level English-Japanese translation, cultural interpretation, and strategic retail consulting. With over 20 years of professional experience in the Japanese and Asia-Pacific markets, I bring deep industry knowledge, cross-cultural sensitivity, and a results-driven mindset to every project.

💼 Professional Background at a Glance
- 20+ years in corporate business operations
- 15+ years in the retail industry (store & area management, staff leadership)
- 2+ years in wholesale logistics & operations
- 10+ years in multi-site retail leadership, managing teams of up to 80 staff
- APAC operations manager for 5+ years, collaborating with Australia-based teams
- Corporate trainer across 30+ nationwide retail locations
- Vintage buyer for 3+ years, sourcing globally (USA, Korea, China, Thailand, Cambodia)

🤝 Why Clients Trust Me
- Unique blend of language skill and market insight: I understand both the language and the business culture.
- Leadership & scale: Experience leading large-scale retail operations and teams across Japan
- Reliable communicator: I bridge cultural gaps for better collaboration and faster decision-making
- Business-oriented: Every deliverable supports your growth strategy, not just linguistic accuracy

Work Terms

- Available up to 20 hours/week
- Payment terms: Flexible, to be discussed based on project scope
- Communication: Prefer email and messaging through Guru; open to Zoom/Meet for key discussions
- Time zone: Japan Standard Time (GMT+9)
- Able to accommodate early morning or evening meetings for international clients

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