The older generation in Japan expects to understand the local media without the need of professional translation for Japanese. To their disappointment recently many shows have excessively used words and slangs that are borrowed from other languages, upsetting those who reject the Americanization of Japanese media. Elderly TV viewers have sued NHK, the Japanese public broadcaster, for using foreign terms. They are trying to collect damages for “mental and emotional distress”, which was caused by the English words that they heard in the programs.
According to the plaintiff, NHK overlooked its responsibility to replace English words with their Japanese translations. The broadcaster failed to consider the senior citizens when it was developing shows. A faculty member at the National Institute for Japanese Language and Linguistics believes that although this lawsuit is frivolous, it does address a problem. The Japanese government as well as the media has increasingly been pressured to reduce their usage of loanwords. California Center for Translation & Interpretation notes that many politicians in Japan have embraced English words to create the impression that they are offering something new. Likewise, the Japanese media have extensively integrated foreign words into their language.
Although they can render Japanese translation services to find equivalent terms, media and politicians choose to stick with foreign words. Our professional Japanese translation and interpretation services are designed to help you overcome language barriers whether you are in San Jose or Sacramento. If you have heard a word on the Japanese media or if you have a document in a foreign language you can simply ask us for assistance. Our Japanese translators are very dependable and always try to achieve high level of accuracy in their translations. They can assist you if you need professional translation for Japanese. Please speak with a representative about your translation or interpretation project. Reaching us is very simple. You can call or email us.
