The Japanese Language Division provides information and services to its members in specific fields of interest related to translation and interpreting from and into the Japanese language.

Division Administrator

Hajime Soto

Division Assistant Administrator

Syra Morii

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Upcoming Division Events

Divisions provide specialized information and networking for ATA members.

ATA Medical Division

Medical Division Virtual Networking

January 8, 2025 / 9:00 pm - 10:00 pm EST

The ATA Medical Division is pleased to invite you to its upcoming networking event on Wednesday, January 8, at 9:00pm ET. Come kick off the new year with the Medical…

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ChatLTD Digital Social

January 14, 2025 / 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST

Join ATA’s Language Technology Division for an informal online happy hour to discuss the latest in technology as it affects translators and interpreters. LTD leader Bob Makovei will use prompts…

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CLD Happy Hour: New Year Celebration 2025

January 24, 2025 / 8:30 pm - 10:00 pm EST

Welcome the Year of the Snake with a special virtual gathering alongside the CLD family! Join us for a warm and engaging freestyle discussion and networking session.

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