Average Japanese Translator Salary in Japan

¥4,500,000
Avg. Base Salary (JPY)

The average salary for a Japanese Translator is ¥4,500,000 in 2025

Base Salary
¥0 - ¥5m
Total Pay
¥1m - ¥5m
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What Do Japanese Translators Do?

Japanese Translator Tasks
  • Translate documents and text from English to Japanese and vice versa.
  • Communicate about schedule, progress, and any obstacles.
  • Review and edit translated documents, data, and databases.
  • Participate in and interpret during meetings, ensuring understanding on all sides.
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FAQs About Japanese Translators

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How can Japanese Translators increase their salary?

Increasing your pay as a Japanese Translator is possible in different ways. Change of employer: Consider a career move to a new employer that is willing to pay higher for your skills. Level of Education: Gaining advanced degrees may allow this role to increase their income potential and qualify for promotions. Managing Experience: If you are a Japanese Translator that oversees more junior Japanese Translators, this experience can increase the likelihood to earn more.