concept

DNA Media KK

A Bridge Between Cultures

Bringing the world to Japan,
while also conveying Japanese culture overseas.

transcreation

DNA Media KK

Transcreation

Send your message in language that transcends mere translation.

inbound

DNA Media KK

Inbound Business

Showcase Japan’s attractions via compelling multilingual video and SNS content, and provide inbound tourists with memories that will last a lifetime.

creation

DNA Media KK

Content Creation

Give form to your ideas; through writing, editing, video-production, web design, and even social media.

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About DNA

DNA was established in June 1999 as a joint venture with DNA Media Services of Canada. In the following quarter-century, during which support was received from numerous quarters, we developed and became the trusted partner of numerous global firms.

DNA Media’s 8 Services

Transcreation

Transcreation

Providing unparalleled top-quality translations

We offer top-quality translations that cannot be replicated by AI technology.

We aim to deliver natural language that avoids the awkwardness often encountered with machine-generated content. Our expert staff, each of whom appreciates the client perspective, can accurately capture the intent of a source text. Additionally, we select the right language so as to resoundingly resonate with target audiences.

Inbound Business

Inbound Business

Showcasing Japan’s attractions to the world through compelling multilingual content

Japan is admired internationally for its natural beauty, its rich culture, and extensive history. As inbound tourist numbers continue to climb, we hope to share with an ever-increasing overseas audience top-quality multilingual content.

Please check out the website of our EDO ADVENTURE Project, with its focus on Asakusa, a downtown district of old Edo (modern Tokyo), in which many long-established cultural traditions continue to thrive.

Video Production/ Narration Services

Video Production/ Narration Services

From scriptwriting to recording and through to editing, we’ve got you covered

We are a one-stop solution for your video production needs; from planning, interviewing, and script production, through to filming, editing, subtitling and narration. We can get the job done. With our own background in languages and content-creation, we also offer numerous multilingual options.

For Corporate Clients: In addition to product and service-description videos, we have extensive experience in preparing case-studies, the filming of interviews, and company promo shoots, etc.

For Local Municipalities & Tourism Businesses: We can also create video content that highlights regional lifestyles and rich natural environments, or which places a spotlight on native flora and fauna.

Creative Editing

Creative Editing

From the gathering of information for written content, through its editing and printing

With staff members who have conducted thousands of interviews, we can handle detailed research, precision writing, and content-editing tasks. We can also adapt plain text for both website and print publication through the addition of design elements. What is more, we stay abreast of the latest printing technologies.

Website Development and Other Content Rollouts

Website Development and Other Content Rollouts

Freely choose your own online presence

From the creation of an effective, standalone landing page; through to detailed project pages or personal and company websites, we have you covered.

We can cater to your needs and even collaborate on social media and shopping site projects. Not only are our sites fully responsive; they can also be multilingual.

Multilingual Instagram Management Service

Multilingual Instagram Management Service

Helping clients overcome language barriers

Do you need help gaining traction with non-Japanese audiences? Let our team of English-speaking experts be your voice! Our multilingual service is overseen by bilingual professionals from Australia and the United States, each with decades of Japan experience. We appreciate both language and culture; and can deliver optimized content to overseas audiences in general and to the English-speaking world in particular. From among our affordable monthly plans, choose the option best for you!

e-Learning Content Production

e-Learning Content Production

Education for consumers and corporate stakeholders

For e-Learning content required for the conducting of multilingual business, we offer comprehensive solutions, everything from translation through to elements related to systems instruction.

Additionally, we have our own proprietary quiz system that can be utilized in the daily training of both consumers and stakeholders. Likewise, we provide solutions for the initiation of e-learning programs among corporate assets.

Consultation Services for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Consultation Services for Small and Medium-Sized Enterprises

Applying for subsidies and assisting in the navigation of administrative processes

Knowing the ins-and-outs of government subsidies and grants is essential for SME survival.

Our experienced staff are well-versed in the latest policy initiatives of the Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry; the Ministry of Health, Labor and Welfare; and the Japan Tourism Agency, etc. Thus, we can recommend which programs are suitable for you. Likewise, we can assist in the time-consuming process of applying for grants under the auspices of the various frameworks.

Our History

DNA was established in June 1999 as a joint venture with DNA Media Services of Canada.

Almost immediately after the company’s establishment, we began working with both world-class IT companies and leading domestic publishers in Japan.

In 2001, we completely digitalized the records of the Uesugi, an influential family of the Muromachi period (approx. 1336 ~ 1573). The materials created represented a valuable primary source on the politics, culture, architecture, and customs of Kyoto at that time. The project was subsequently released as a coffee-table book by Shogakukan, a leading Japanese publisher.

In 2002, we translated and digitalized “The Louvre Virtual Museum,” from its original French into Japanese. What was originally one million words in French subsequently won the prestigious School Library Media Award when published in Japan by Shogakukan.

In 2006, our translation of the “Metzler Music Encyclopedia” (four million words from German into Japanese) was digitalized as the “Metzler Music Encyclopedia Japanese Digital Edition,” and released through Educational Arts, another leading Japanese publisher.

Likewise in 2006, we received approval from the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to be involved in a "Business Renovation Plan" that was based on a joint research project entitled the "Development of Multimedia English Teaching Materials for the Next Generation,” which was itself undertaken in collaboration with the University of Tokyo.

In 2010, DNA Media obtained Microsoft Preferred Vendor status from Microsoft Japan.

In 2016, Masaru Nakao (DNA Media’s Representative Director) was appointed Vice President of the Japanese Translation Federation. Furthermore, we were recognized within the industry as being the sole provider of transcreation services.

In 2019, DNA participated in the establishment of a joint-venture in Myanmar. However, it subsequently withdrew from the business in 2021 due to the country’s political turmoil.

In 2020, in response to the advent of COVID-19, DNA pivoted and introduced a company-wide telework system for all employees. It also further strengthened its online security measures through the introduction of VPN Wide technology.

In 2022, a full-scale inbound tourism business was initiated that aims to showcase aspects of Tokyo to an international audience. Both the DNA corporate website was expanded, and more tourism-themed multilingual content is constantly being developed. Please check out the website of our EDO ADVENTURE Project.