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Remote translator / interpreter jobs in Japan

Looking for a remote translator / interpreter role? Current openings from companies hiring across timezones. Each listing links straight to the employer's application page, with optional filters by seniority and pay. New listings appear each day — recent jobs first. Remote roles open to applicants based in Japan. Companies hiring globally that welcome Japan time-zone overlap.

7 jobs available

Keywords StudiosJun 20

Freelance Translator, Japanese to English – Games, MMO, RPG

JP flagJapan OnlyFreelanceTranslator / Interpreter
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INTELEXJun 12

Freelance Japanese to English Interpreter – 100% Remote

JP flagJapan OnlyFull-timeTranslator / Interpreter
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Keywords StudiosMay 22

English to Japanese Translator – Basketball

JP flagJapan OnlyFreelanceTranslator / Interpreter
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Pixelogic MediaMay 20

Freelance Subtitling Translator/QCer, Japanese – English

JP flagJapan OnlyFull-timeTranslator / Interpreter
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AppComs Institute | Flexible Short Courses for ProfessionalsMay 20

Freelance Game Localization Specialist, Chinese to Japanese

JP flagJapan OnlyFreelanceTranslator / Interpreter
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TestronicMay 20

Video Game Translator, Japanese

JP flagJapan OnlyFreelanceTranslator / Interpreter
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INTELEXMay 11

Freelance Japanese-English Interpreters – OPI/VRI

JP flagJapan OnlyFull-timeTranslator / Interpreter
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Frequently asked questions

Are these remote translator / interpreter jobs in Japan truly remote?
Yes. Every listing on Remotery is a fully-remote translator / interpreter role. We exclude hybrid and "remote within X miles of HQ" listings — if it's on the site, you can do the job from home.
What does pay look like for remote translator / interpreter jobs in Japan?
Salaries vary by seniority and company. Junior roles typically start around $40–70k, mid roles $70–120k, senior roles $120–180k, and staff/principal $180k+. Use the salary filter to narrow listings to your range.
How often are new translator / interpreter listings added in Japan?
New roles are added daily. The listing date is shown on every card and detail page so you can quickly identify the freshest postings.

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