# Localization Specialist \(Japanese to English\)

## Details

- **Company:** [Side](https://hitmarker.net/companies/side.md)
- **Location:** Shinjuku-ku, Japan
- **Contract type:** Full Time
- **Level:** Junior \(1–2 years\)
- **Tags:** Localization, Editorial
- **Posted:** 2026-05-13
- **Apply:** [View and apply on Hitmarker](https://hitmarker.net/jobs/side-localization-specialist-japanese-to-english-2319674)

## Description

**About the role**

Side is currently recruiting a **Localization specialist (Japanese to English)** for our global translation operation. We're looking for candidates with advanced language skills and in-depth cultural knowledge**.**

You will be responsible for correctly translating video game content and acting as an interpreter to change other associated text into **Japanese to English**. You will follow product-specific guidelines to ensure the maximum linguist quality and adherence to all relevant conventions. You will be working as part of a team of language specialists to produce high-quality translations, either by translating yourself or reviewing documentation.

**Key Responsibilities:**

- Create or helps create glossaries and style guides following pre-defined guidelines from the client.
- Create or helps create characterisation documents
- Carry out translation work following provided guidelines and instructions, including First Party terminology.
- Carry out revision work following provided guidelines and instructions, including First Party terminology
- Work as part of a larger team of translators or revisers
- Provide linguistic feedback for work carried out externally.
- All work is carried out by meeting the outlined deadlines and industry-standard productivity figures.