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Productive Playhouse

Japanese Transcriber

Orlando, FL · On-site

$19/hr

Fluent reading, writing, understanding, and typing in Japanese (ja_jp) With Productive Playhouse, native Japanese speakers can make extra money by working flexible hours! We are seeking a detail ...

Productive Playhouse

Japanese Transcriber

Glendale, CA · On-site

$21/hr

Fluent reading, writing, understanding, and typing in Japanese (ja_jp) With Productive Playhouse, native Japanese speakers can make extra money by working flexible hours! We are seeking a detail ...

ONEPOWER Consulting

Japanese English Translator

Rockmart, GA

$19.50 - $25.75/hr

The ideal candidate will have a native level of fluency in Japanese, and strong English language skills. * Previous experience in a production environment, particularly in the automotive industry is ...

Nintendo

CONTRACT - Translator (Japanese)

Redmond, WA · On-site +1

$24.75 - $32.50/hr

Native level in verbal and written communication in English and Japanese. * Intermediate to high level of proficiency in MS Office applications. * Excellent understanding of Japanese business culture ...

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As of May 29, 2026, the average hourly pay for native japanese in the United States is $25.65, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $21.15 and $27.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A Native Japanese job typically refers to positions that require native-level proficiency in the Japanese language, cultural understanding, and sometimes even nationality. These jobs are often in translation, interpretation, customer support, teaching, or roles requiring direct communication with Japanese-speaking clients. Employers may seek native speakers for accuracy, fluency, and cultural nuances in communication.

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Language teacher - Japanese | ID 1105703

Language Trainers

Lewis Center, OH • On-site

Contractor

Posted 6 days ago

Job description

About Us
Language Trainers is an international language training company working with freelance teachers of 99+ languages in hundreds of cities worldwide. Founded in 2004, our motto is Any Language, Anytime, Anywhere.
We provide customized language training to professionals and private students for work, family, and travel purposes.
📍 Position Details
We are currently looking for a Japanese Teacher for one of our clients in Columbus.
  • Reference ID: 1105703
  • Course Type: General
  • Format: three-to-one,
  • Total Hours: 30 (thirty) (15 x 2 hour sessions)
  • Session length: two-hour, 40 minute session for each student, back-to- back
  • Location: at the students home in Lewis Center, OH 43035
  • Student Level: Beginner, Elementary and Intermediate respectively
  • Students: three girls, 9, 10 and 13 years old.
  • Schedule: ideallyon Saturday between 12:30pm-3:30pm or 9:30am-12:30pm, or on Friday or Sunday between 4:30pm-7:30pm
  • Start Date: as soon as possible
  • Motivation: heritage language, they want to be able to communicat with relatives in Japan, who do not speak English.

🎯 Ideal Candidate
  • Be a native Japanese speaker and/or hold a relevant teaching qualification
  • Have experience as a language teacher, translator or interpreter
  • Have a valid work permit/visa
  • Live within 20 miles of the specified location

💼 Conditions
  • Schedule and location may be flexible based on availability
  • Hourly rate is negotiable depending on experience and qualifications
  • Freelance, part-time position
  • We are not able to sponsor visas

📩 How to Apply
If you meet the above requirements and are interested in joining our growing team, please submit:
  • Your CV (with references, if available)
  • Your availability
  • Your earliest possible start date

Please apply only if you meet the stated conditions.

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