• Common Problems When Translating Games Into Japanese

  Translating your game into Japanese can be disastrous if it's only an afterthought.

• Encountering Japanese Ellipses in English Translations

  Play any Japanese game and you'll likely encounter an avalanche of ellipses.

• Examining Rhapsody’s Famous Line About “Direct Translations”

  The translator breaks etiquette to try to make a point for non-translators.

• Filler English Text in Japanese Entertainment

  Need a block of English text no one will read? Just copy it from something crazy.

• Highlighting “Deeper” Mistranslations in Tales of the Abyss’ Translation

  Even a basic word like "new" can dramatically transform a translation.

• How to Pronounce Ryu’s Name

  The language barrier has plagued Ryu's name for decades now.

• How to Tell the Difference Between Chinese and Japanese Writing

  Tip: If you see a round "の" character, it's Japanese or Japanese-connected.

• Japanese Numbers, Dates, and Wordplay

  Japan's number-based wordplay is often 100% lost in translation.

• Literary Translators Comment on Localization & Re-Translation

  The word "localization" may be new, but the idea has been around for centuries.

• Redundant Translations in Japanese Entertainment

  Redundant translations in Japanese entertainment.