Professional Translation &
Localization Services in Japan
Corporate Translation Services in 65+ Languages
Acima Corporation is a Japan-based translation and localization company providing professional language services to businesses, organizations, government agencies, universities, research institutions, and media companies.
Founded in 2007, we have supported more than 400 companies and organizations across over 2,400 projects.
Our global network includes more than 1,200 linguists and language specialists covering 65+ languages.
From contracts and corporate policies to marketing content, websites, manuals, presentations, and subtitles, we provide translation services designed for real-world business use.
We do more than replace words from one language with another. We consider context, purpose, industry terminology, cultural differences, local conventions, and the people who will ultimately read and use the translated content.
Founded in 2007 | 400+ Companies & Organizations | 2,400+ Projects | 1,200+ Linguists & Specialists | 65+ Languages | Japan Translation Federation Member
Why Companies Choose Acima
1. Expertise Built Through Corporate Translation
Since our founding in 2007, Acima has translated contracts, corporate policies, HR materials, marketing content, websites, manuals, video subtitles, and other documents used in day-to-day business.
Corporate translation requires more than language ability. We consider industry terminology, established practices, company-specific wording, and the culture, regulations, and business conventions of the target market so that the translation serves its intended purpose. See also how to identify a capable translation company.
2. A Translation Service Clients Continue to Trust
We value long-term relationships as well as one-time assignments. Some organizations have continued working with us for more than 15 years.
Over time, we learn each client’s industry, internal terminology, previous translations, brand voice, and document use. Our experience supporting more than 400 companies and organizations across over 2,400 projects informs both project decisions and specialist selection.
3. We Select People Who Understand the Subject—not Simply the Language
Our global network includes more than 1,200 translators, language professionals, and subject-matter specialists covering over 65 languages. The value of this network is not simply its size: it enables us to select professionals suited to each assignment.
We consider the target language and the translator’s native language, subject expertise, experience with similar assignments, document purpose, target market and readership, required quality level, review process, deadline, and project scale. See our guide to outsourcing translation effectively.
4. Quality Management Beyond the Individual Translator
Quality is managed across the project rather than left solely to an individual translator. Depending on the importance and intended use of the document, we combine translation and review; for highly specialized work, translator and reviewer roles are assigned separately.
We use glossaries and previous translations to maintain terminology and style. For ongoing, large-scale, and multilingual projects, we centrally manage consistency among translators, version control, questions for the client, and delivery schedules.
5. Translation and Localization Designed Around Purpose
A contract and an advertising headline require very different approaches. A contract demands close correspondence with the source text, while marketing content must also be evaluated for how it will be received in the target market.
Acima designs the appropriate workflow—including translation, localization, editing, and review—according to the document’s purpose.
6. Support for Urgent, Large-Scale, and Multilingual Projects
We build project teams according to need, including work shared among multiple translators, large-project coordination, and workflows that make use of time-zone differences. Please contact us about short deadlines, multilingual rollouts, or large document volumes.
For urgent assignments, we first review the volume, subject matter, and required delivery date, then propose a realistic workflow and quality-control process. See how to protect quality on urgent translation projects.
Translation by Area of Expertise
Business documents call for different expertise and workflows depending on their subject and purpose. Acima selects translators with relevant subject knowledge and, where needed, an appropriate review process for the document, intended use, and readership.
Contracts and Legal Translation
Contracts require careful treatment of defined terms, rights and obligations, consistency between clauses, and close correspondence with the source. We translate with the document’s overall structure and the relationship between the parties in mind. See key points when commissioning contract translation.
Corporate Policies and HR Materials
Employment rules, compliance policies, and training materials must remain consistent with established internal terminology and systems. For ongoing work, we use previous translations and glossaries to maintain consistent wording through later revisions. Read our guide to translating corporate policies.
IR and Financial Translation
Earnings materials, shareholder communications, and business reports require accurate handling of accounting terminology, figures, periods, comparisons, and forward-looking statements. Translator and reviewer roles can be separated, with figures checked against the surrounding text. See our guide to IR and financial translation.
IT and Software Translation
Apps, SaaS products, and system interfaces require an understanding of UI context, character limits, variables, tags, and error messages. We consider how the text will appear and function on screen while maintaining terminology and supporting efficient updates. Learn more about IT and software localization.
Manuals and Technical Documents
Operating manuals, procedures, and technical materials must communicate specialist terminology, step order, and safety information accurately. We also check the relationship between text, diagrams, part names, and warnings so users can act without misunderstanding. See what to consider when translating manuals.
Marketing and Presentation Materials
Company profiles, sales materials, advertising copy, and presentations must be accurate while preserving brand voice and communicating effectively in the target market. Depending on the purpose, we provide localization and adaptation rather than limiting the work to literal translation. Read about the importance of translation quality in marketing.
Website Translation and Localization
A website should be treated as a complete user experience, including navigation, calls to action, forms, search presentation, and interface text—not just page copy. We consider local search behavior and cultural expectations to balance readability, usability, and SEO. See how to avoid common website translation problems.
Multilingual Translation
Projects covering several languages require consistent terminology, quality across translators, version control, and coordinated schedules. Acima provides a single point of contact and centrally manages progress and quality for each target language. Read our guide to managing multilingual translation.
Video and Subtitle Translation
Subtitles for corporate videos, training content, programs, and online media must work within timing and character limits while reflecting the speaker’s meaning and the visuals. We check readability, timing, and terminology and can also support transcription and subtitle production. See key considerations for subtitle translation.
Languages
Our network supports more than 65 languages.
Languages include:
English, Simplified Chinese, Traditional Chinese, Korean, French, German, Spanish, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Arabic, Hebrew, Indonesian, Malay, Thai, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Hindi, Marathi, Turkish, Dutch, Polish, Swedish, Norwegian, Danish, Persian/Farsi, Dari, Pashto, Urdu, Kazakh, Greek, Burmese/Myanmar, Lao, Sinhala, Swahili, Somali, Ukrainian, Catalan, Maltese, Estonian, Luganda and many others.
If the language you need is not listed, please contact us. We may still be able to provide support through our international network.
Translation and Multilingual Services
Acima provides:
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Professional translation
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Corporate translation
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Localization
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Translation review and quality checking
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Editing and proofreading
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Translation project management
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Terminology management
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Multilingual content management
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AI translation review
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Consultation on AI-assisted translation workflows
Translation Experience
Since our founding in 2007, Acima has provided translation services for companies, government organizations, universities and research institutions, media organizations, and other clients.
2,400+ projects completed
400+ companies and organizations served
15+ years — longest continuous client relationship
Our experience includes contracts, internal corporate documents, marketing content, websites, video and subtitles, and multilingual localization projects.
How Our Translation Process Works
1. Contact Us
Send us the document you would like translated together with the language, intended use, and preferred deadline.
You can also contact us before deciding exactly how the project should be handled.
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“We are not sure whether we need translation or localization.”
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“We need someone to review an existing translation.”
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“We want to use AI translation but need professional quality control.”
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“We have several languages and need someone to manage the project.”
We can recommend an appropriate workflow.
2. Project Review and Quotation
We review factors including:
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Source material
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Language pair
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Word or character count
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Subject matter
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Intended use
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Required delivery date
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Required level of review
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Output format
Where relevant, we may also review existing translations, glossaries, terminology lists, or style guides.
We then recommend an appropriate approach and provide a quotation.
3. Translator and Team Selection
We select translators and reviewers based on the language, subject matter, intended use, and required level of specialization.
For large or multilingual assignments, we may establish a dedicated translation and project management team.
4. Translation and Quality Review
Translation is completed according to the agreed project requirements.
Depending on the project, quality assurance may include:
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Review against the source text
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Terminology checks
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Style review
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Consistency checks
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Editing
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Proofreading
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Native-language review
If ambiguities or problems are identified in the source material, we may contact the client for clarification.
Translation Pricing and Quotations
Translation fees vary according to the language pair, document type, character or word count, subject complexity, deadline, and the level of review required. For a general overview, see how translation company pricing and estimates work.
When a project also requires website or marketing localization, subtitle production, DTP, multilingual rollout, or translation project management, these services are included in the estimate according to scope.
To help us prepare an accurate estimate, please provide:
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The source files
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Source and target languages
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Intended use
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Required delivery date
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Preferred delivery format
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Any previous translations or glossaries
See how to request a translation estimate and our guide to the translation request process.
You are welcome to contact us even if you are still deciding which translation method is appropriate, or whether AI translation or human translation is needed. We will review the material and propose a suitable workflow and estimate.
Translation Projects Using Subsidies or Grants
Depending on the program, translation expenses for international expansion, multilingual content, overseas sales development, websites, videos, and product materials may be eligible for public funding. Acima has experience supporting translation projects that use subsidy or grant programs.
We can provide itemized estimates, cost breakdowns by language, coordinated ordering, delivery and invoicing schedules, and flexible support for required documents. Please consult us before placing an order if you plan to use a funding program.
Eligibility requirements and covered periods vary by program. We do not guarantee approval and do not submit applications on clients’ behalf. For details, see Can translation costs be covered by subsidies or grants?
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I request a quotation before placing an order?
Yes.
Send us the source material, required language, intended use, and preferred deadline. We can review the project and provide a quotation before you decide whether to proceed.
You can also contact us if you are not yet sure which translation approach is appropriate.
Do you accept small translation projects?
Yes.
We can handle short documents, individual pages, and other small translation assignments as well as large-scale projects.
Can you handle urgent translation projects?
Where possible, yes.
Availability depends on the language, volume, subject matter, and deadline.
For larger urgent projects, we may assign multiple translators and establish a dedicated project management workflow.
Do you provide languages other than English and Japanese?
Yes.
Acima supports more than 65 languages, including European, Asian, Middle Eastern, and other languages.
If you require a language that is not listed on this page, please contact us.
Can you review a translation produced by another translation company?
Yes.
We can review translations produced by another translation agency, freelance translator, or external vendor.
Depending on your requirements, we can check accuracy, terminology, consistency, naturalness, and suitability for the target market.
Can you review translations produced internally by our employees?
Yes.
We frequently assist companies that have bilingual employees or internal teams producing translations but need an independent professional review before publication or external use.
Can you manage communication with other translators or translation vendors?
Yes.
Acima can provide translation project management services.
This may include translator instructions, terminology management, queries, quality review, revisions, delivery management, and coordination between multiple vendors.
Can you review AI-generated translations?
Yes.
We can review content produced using AI translation tools or large language models.
The appropriate workflow depends on the type of document and its intended use.
Some content can be handled efficiently with AI-assisted translation followed by professional review, while legal, regulatory, confidential, highly technical, or brand-sensitive content may require a different approach.
Can you translate contracts and specialized corporate documents?
Yes.
We handle contracts, corporate policies, HR materials, compliance documentation, technical documents, manuals, marketing content, and other specialized business materials.
We select translators and reviewers according to the subject matter and intended use.
Can you handle confidential information?
Yes.
We work with corporate documents that may contain confidential or non-public information.
Non-disclosure agreements can be arranged when required.
Please contact us regarding any specific information-security requirements for your project.
Can you maintain consistent terminology across ongoing projects?
Yes.
We can use previous translations, terminology lists, glossaries, and style guides to maintain consistency across repeated projects.
For larger organizations involving multiple departments, translators, or languages, we can also assist with terminology management and translation asset organization.
Note:
First Translation has been integrated into Acima’s Multilingual Translation Services.
Translation Services
for Different Needs
Premium Translation
For projects where maximum quality is required, Acima offers a premium translation service using a multi-stage quality process.
Depending on the project, this may include translation, cross-checking, proofreading, native review, and editing.
This service is suitable for important documents, high-profile content, brand-sensitive materials, and projects where nuance and presentation are particularly important.
[Learn More About Premium Translation]
Business Email Translation
Our business email translation service provides fast, professional Japanese-English and English-Japanese translation for international business correspondence.
It is designed for companies that need reliable communication with overseas customers, suppliers, partners, or other business contacts without relying entirely on machine translation.
[Learn More About Business Email Translation]
TV, Video and Media Translation
Through our specialist media translation services, we provide multilingual support for television programs, corporate videos, online media, and other audiovisual content.
Services may include:
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Video translation
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Transcription
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Subtitling
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Voice-over and dubbing support
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International content research
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Rights and permission support
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Overseas production coordination
[Learn More About TV and Video Translation]
Acima's LPAC Method
Linguistic Precision & Adaptive Cognition
The LPAC Method — Linguistic Precision & Adaptive Cognition — is Acima's translation quality approach.
Professional translation requires more than linguistic correctness.
A translation must also function properly in its intended context.
Our approach therefore considers:
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Linguistic accuracy
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Context and nuance
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Subject matter
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Intended audience
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Cultural differences
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Local conventions
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Purpose of the document
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Brand voice
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Terminology consistency
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Real-world use
The goal is not simply to produce text that is technically correct.
It is to produce communication that works.
Feel Free to Contact Us About Translation and Multilingual Services
You are welcome to contact us even if you are still deciding which translation service you need, want an estimate first, or need advice on review and project management.
We can discuss specialist translation, multilingual projects, high-volume assignments, short deadlines, and projects that may use a subsidy or grant program. After reviewing the content and purpose, we will suggest a practical workflow.
Acima supports the entire project—from translation and localization to specialist selection, review, terminology management, and coordination. We aim to be a translation company you can consult before every detail has been decided.
Our Commitment to
Reliable Translation Services
Acima Corporation is a member of the Tokyo Chamber of Commerce and Industry (Membership No. C2560810) and the Japan Translation Federation (Membership No. C19082101).
We are also qualified to participate in unified government procurement bidding across Japanese ministries and agencies, and were registered as an approved vendor with the Procurement Department of the Planning and Finance Bureau of the Tokyo Organising Committee of the Olympic and Paralympic Games (Tokyo 2020).
