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My experience as a linguist started over 15 years ago, when I began my career as a language instructor while studying English (especially American) literature and related subjects at graduate school in Japan and the U.S.

During these years, I have developed a highly proficient command of English and deeper insight into my native language, Japanese, through scholarly research and writing and also through translation coursework and training. While I enjoyed teaching language and literature at universities and in adult education, I also found great satisfaction in being able to successfully launch my career as a freelance translator and editor/proofreader.

Having relocated from Japan to the U.S. at the end of 2012, I have chosen to focus my efforts on "full-time" translation and editing business. I am here to serve my clients with even doubled enthusiasm and with gratitude for this rewarding profession that allows me to continue learning every day.

Where I live

I was born and grew up in Osaka, Japan, and enjoyed the vibrant milieu of this uniquely exciting city throughout my adult life until I moved to the US in 2012.

Now I reside in Rochester, NY, a medium sized city with exceptional technological and cultural heritage as well as appealing natural attractions such as Finger Lakes and the Niagara Falls nearby. The city also has an historical importance in the struggle for justice - a Northern terminus of the Underground Railroad and home to Frederick Douglass and Susan B. Anthony.

Areas of Specialization

Education

Literature/Poetry

Sociology

Hospitality & Tourism

History

Business/Commerce

Advertising/Marketing

Religion & Spirituality

Psychology

Education

Harvard University

Faculty/Department: English and American Literature and Language

Years Attended: 2001 to 2003

Degree Obtained: Special Student, Visiting Fellow

Kobe College

Faculty/Department: English

Years Attended: 1997 to 2000

Degree Obtained: Ph.D. without dissertation