Mochiwa Mochiya Blogs

Welcome to our blog page where we muse about life as a Japanese translator, what to look for in good Japanese translation and interpreting agencies, and interesting facts about the Japanese language, culture, and people

Jason Khoh

May 14, 20202 min read

Day 4: Tokushima Prefecture

The fourth day of our quiz transports us to Kochi’s neighbour: Tokushima. Tokushima is the easternmost prefecture of Shikoku and its capita

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Jason Khoh

May 13, 20201 min read

Day 3: Kochi Prefecture

Day Three in Kochi (hey, it rhymes!) Our first foray into the island of Shikoku...

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Jason Khoh

May 12, 20202 min read

Day 2: Shimane Prefecture

Day 2 of our online pub quiz has us visiting Shimane prefecture!

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The Great "I wish I was in Japan" Pub Quiz

Jason Khoh

May 8, 20203 min read

The Great "I wish I was in Japan" Pub Quiz

Bummed 'cause COVID-19 means you can't go to the pub or visit Japan? Do the next best thing by taking part in our virtual pub quiz on Japan!

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The Japanese translator's favourite books — Noraneko Gundan

Jason Khoh

Mar 14, 20202 min read

The Japanese translator's favourite books — Noraneko Gundan

Yes, I'm a Japanese translator. Yes, I'm a small business owner. But I'm also a father who only wants the best for my kids, like many of you

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How a Japanese translator celebrates the launch of the new Toyota Supra...

Jason Khoh

Mar 14, 20204 min read

How a Japanese translator celebrates the launch of the new Toyota Supra...

Check out our first blog where we do a JP-to-ENG translation in honour of one of Japan's finest exports — the legendary Toyota Supra!

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