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Translation, Copywriting, Transcription
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Specializes in:
Tourism & Travel
Cooking / Culinary
IT (Information Technology)
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Accounting
Religion
Education / Pedagogy
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Japanese to English - Rates: 0.08 - 0.12 USD per character / 20 - 25 USD per hour English to Japanese - Rates: 0.08 - 0.12 USD per word / 20 - 25 USD per hour
Translation - English The Gamberg Desert in eastern Afghanistan is now dominated by peaceful silence. The area, which was once a wilderness and a hell without water, is now covered by a deep forest and sounds of living creatures from a distance – voices of a bunch of children playing , the roar of cows, the shepherds’ voices can be heard in harmony with the sound of the wind crossing trees and the song of birds.
We tend to forget the rich culture rooted in the local areas as we were so obsessed with the importance of education. Economic poverty is not necessarily mental poverty. Literacy rate and education are not necessarily indicators of cultural richness. I can't help but think that confidence and pride should have been put into the exclamation of relief "We can live with this."
English to Japanese: Visit Yame General field: Other Detailed field: Tourism & Travel
Source text - English Yame is an area located south of Fukuoka City that is rich in beautiful nature. Over the years it has developed a reputation as a leading tea producing region. The gyokuro green tea that is grown in Yame is regarded amongst the best in Japan. The terraced rice fields and tea plantations, which spread out between the local mountains create scenic views that look stunning in any season. Be sure to check out Yame Fukushima, a district known for its delightful white-walled townscapes. A host of new stores, restaurants, and small-scale accommodation facilities have recently opened in the local area. There is so much to see and do. Why not visit this spring!
This cafe overlooks the terraced rice fields and tea plantations in the charming mountain village of Hoshino.
The eatery serves a delicious lunch (¥1,300) made with seasonal vegetables, nuts, and wildflowers from the neighboring areas. Be sure to get a seat on the cafe’s terrace or at the counter by the window to enjoy a view of the wonderful scenery.
Their dessert sets, including tasty sweets as well as high-quality gyokuro green tea (¥800) produced in Hoshino is also highly recommended.
Operating inside a 130-year-old traditional house in Yame Fukushima’s white-walled district, Ebisu is a sake-specialist liquor shop and bar. They sell both local sake as well as other sake and shochu from the surrounding areas. People who do not drink alcohol can enjoy the non-alcoholic amazake there too.
Unagi no Nedoko is an antenna shop selling a range of local Chikugo goods. The store takes its name from the long narrow shape of the building, which also provides an insight into what the town may have looked like in a bygone era. This renovated property stocks all sorts of traditional handmade crafts, including pottery, clothes made from Kurume Kasuri fabrics, and household goods. The manufacturers have put a great deal of care into all the products. There is a unique history and story behind each piece just waiting to be discovered!
The home of Yame Traditional Hon-gyokuro. This brand is widely recognized as the highest grade of gyokuro green tea in Japan. For a unique experience, order a shizuku-cha set. Pour hot water over the leaves three times to enjoy a short shot of tea, and then use chopsticks to eat the leaves! It’s not bitter, but you’ll probably enjoy the included Japanese sweet.
There are exhibits about the cultivation and manufacturing of tea, or you can try your hand at grinding matcha (¥ 500), making hojicha (¥500), and rubbing green tea leaves (¥1,000).
Yame City’s Tourist Information Center offers a variety of services. The Tourist Product Center Tokimeki, which is located on the same premises, sells local specialties and delicacies. Make sure to sample their delicious dago soup! The site is also home to the Yame Traditional Crafts Museum, which exhibits items that are strongly associated with the local area, such as Buddhist altars and lanterns. Why take part in a paper-making demonstration inside the Yame Tesuki Washi Museum? The Yame Folk Museum is another facility open to visitors looking to learn more about this part of the prefecture.
From February 23 to March 20, approximately 100 private residences and shops dotted around the white-walled streets of the Yame Fukushima district will display hakobina doll cases. The dolls have been handed down through generations, with some dating back to the Edo Period. The local area has a wonderfully warm atmosphere. Keep an eye out for the buildings with pink paper lanterns hanging outside if you want to know which properties will be displaying dolls on their premises!
Translation - Japanese 八女は福岡市の南に位置し、美しい自然に恵まれた地域です。八女は日本一の玉露など高級茶の産地と言われ、地元の山々の間に広がる棚田と茶畑は、季節を問わず見事な景色を見せてくれます。 美しい白壁の町並みで知られる「八女福島」、最近多くの新しい店舗、レストラン、小規模な宿泊施設が地元にオープンし、とてもみどころのある地域です。春は八女に出かけてみませんか?
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Bio
I was
born in Malaysia, a multi-racial country living together harmoniously, and we
have learned each other's languages, cultures, traditions by recognizing and
respecting them. Through these life experiences, I believe that languages
should be an opportunity for everyone to communicate and understand more
meaningfully and be able to bring peace and harmony to people around the world.
I
am a Malaysian citizen and am a permanent residence in Japan and have been here
for more than 30 years.
I
attained a Diploma in Business Administration and worked in an Accountancy
company for more than 15 years, handling business documents, Balance Sheet,
Minutes of Company’s Meeting at all times.
I have
completed my translation study and training from “Home Translation
Entrepreneurship Community”, the online translation course.
Field
of expertise: Finance, Financial Accounting, General Business, IT, Articles,
Corporate Homepage, Travel.
I lived
in the UK and the United States for several years, so I am confident in English.
Through
my experience in translation I think it is important to choose the right words,
including the intention of the sender and the background.
I will
do my duty with sincerity and confidentiality until the end.
Please
feel free to call me first.We will
discuss the price and delivery date.