DLT LLCInterpretation Support
In Japan, where globalization is progressing, cultural barriers in business settings are unavoidable. Differences in greetings and business manners unique to overseas cultures versus Japan often become walls in communication.
We do not simply translate words; we deeply understand the business manners and cultural backgrounds of both sides. As interpreters and mediators (intermediaries), we fulfill the role of preventing cultural misunderstandings and smoothing the progress of international business.
Mediation Overcoming Language and Cultural Barriers
We deeply grasp the business manners and cultural backgrounds of both parties to resolve small misunderstandings or friction that occur on the spot. We provide support so that you and your counterpart can be truly satisfied and proceed with business on an equal footing.
Flow of Interpretation Service
Our interpretation service is an important process where we stay close to you from beginning to end so that your meetings and negotiations yield the best results.
Consultation
Hearing and AnalysisWe listen carefully and thoroughly to the purpose of the interpretation, concerns, and content you wish to speak about, either in person or online. This is an important time for our experienced interpreters to deeply understand the background of your business.
Quotation
Optimal Plan and QuotationBased on the content of the meeting, we propose the interpretation style that best suits you (consecutive, simultaneous, whispering, etc.). We also present the costs in an easy-to-understand manner to ensure your satisfaction.
Preparation
Contract and Information SharingAfter you sign the contract, we begin preparations. The interpreter carefully reads technical terms and background materials, preparing with heart to become your spokesperson.
Performance
Wholehearted Support On-SiteEven during service execution, such as during breaks, we regularly ask for feedback like “Was it easy to speak?” or “Does it match the flow?” We aim for success together with you, like a three-legged race.
Outcome Verification
Review ReportWe reflect on “what results were obtained through this interpretation.” We submit a Summary Report compiling insights and issues to be useful for future international activities, connecting to the next step.
Interpretation Achievements
- Sendai Biomass Plant Construction Site Interpretation (Japanese-Spanish, Japanese-English)
- In a large-scale plant construction project, we single-handedly took on high-level technical interpretation between Japanese, Spanish, and English, contributing to site safety and smooth process progression.
- Spanish Version Manga Publishing Business Mediation Consultant & Interpretation (Japanese-Spanish, Japanese-English)
- We mediated consistently from business strategy planning to expand Japanese content into the Spanish-speaking world, to negotiations with local publishers. We overcame language and cultural barriers, contributing to the success of the publishing business.
- Telephone Interpretation for Merchant Marine Companies (Central American Spanish)
- In highly urgent telephone conferences with client companies in Central America, where there are time differences and physical distances, we provided rapid and specialized remote interpretation, supporting the international operations of merchant marine companies.
Frequently Asked Questions
- QHow are interpretation fees determined?
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Interpretation fees are determined by travel time, level of expertise (technical, legal, etc.), and the type of interpretation (simultaneous or consecutive). First, please tell us the details of the meeting content and location. We will propose the optimal plan and present a clear estimate.
- QWhat information should I share with the interpreter in advance?
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For the success of the meeting, sharing materials in advance is the most important thing. If possible, providing the agenda, a list of technical terms, the titles of participants, and past materials will improve the quality on-site. We will handle this carefully after concluding a non-disclosure agreement (NDA).
- QCan you accommodate the number of interpreters needed (up to how many people)?
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For short meetings, one interpreter can handle it, but for highly specialized meetings or meetings lasting a long time (such as over 90 minutes), we recommend a two-person system (rotation system). We will propose the optimal number of people.
- QIs online remote interpretation (Web conference) possible?
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Yes, it is possible. We have abundant experience in online remote interpretation. We propose the optimal method tailored to the conference system you use, such as Zoom or Teams, and we also carefully conduct connection tests in advance.
- QWhat happens to the fee if there is a sudden schedule change or cancellation?
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Regarding changes or cancellations, we charge a prescribed cancellation fee, but first, we will listen flexibly to your circumstances. If you contact us promptly, we will consider keeping the burden to a minimum.