We’re pleased to welcome a new professional Japanese🔁 English translator to the AND ASSIST KK. team.
During her interview, I asked her a question that often comes up in today’s AI driven world.With AI translation becoming faster and more accurate, what is the real value of human translation?
Her answer reflected something deeply rooted in Japanese culture. In Japan, communication is not only about words. It is about reading the air. The same is true for writing. Understanding intention, unspoken nuance, emotional tone, and context behind the text is still extremely difficult for AI.
AI translation is very useful for speed and efficiency. It works well for drafts, simple emails, and straightforward communication. However, when a message needs to truly resonate, when it affects trust, relationships, or business decisions, human judgment becomes essential.
A skilled Japanese translator can sense why a message sounds awkward, what the sender is actually trying to convey, and how to rewrite it so it feels natural and convincing to the reader. This level of interpretation is still something only people can do.
At AND ASSIST, we specialize in providing Japanese VAs and Japanese language professionals on an hourly basis. In a time when hiring full time staff can feel heavy, especially as AI rapidly evolves, many companies find it more effective to work with real people flexibly, only when needed.
If you are looking for translation, writing, or email support that goes beyond literal accuracy and reflects true Japanese communication, we would be happy to support you.
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