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Communicating across linguistic and cultural boundaries
Translation transcends mere interlingual communication; it embodies intercultural and cross-cultural exchange. It is a deliberate and thoughtful intervention in the communication process. As translators, our role goes beyond language conversion.

For LILA, translation is not just about converting words; it's about capturing the essence and nuances of the communication, enabling meaningful engagement with diverse audiences. Our goal is to help our clients connect with the world in their own voice, ensuring that their message resonates authentically across linguistic and cultural boundaries.
Noriko Oda
Noriko founded LILA in 2019, when she returned to her native Japan after staying abroad for 14 years.

Through her extensive career with international corporations across Japan, the US, France, and Brazil, Noriko has honed a notable cultural literacy. Renowned for her adeptness in accurate interpretation and her talent for bridging cultural divides, Noriko goes beyond language translation to convey the nuances of culture and tradition that shape each speaker's perspective.
Her clients consistently praise her for her ability to navigate cultural complexities.

Noriko's commitment to fostering cross-cultural understanding has not only enriched her professional endeavors but also enabled her to deliver exceptional results in diverse and multicultural settings.

Services

Interpretation Services

We offer on-site and remote interpretation services, allowing you to access professional language support whenever and wherever you need it, ensuring smooth and efficient communication in any setting.

Content Localization and Subtitling

Our content localization and subtitling service ensures that your website or media content can be understood and enjoyed by audiences around the world. Our strengths lie in our ability to translate subtle nuances that AI translation cannot capture, as well as our skill in selecting words based on a deep understanding of the speaker's background.

Document Translation

We provide professional and reliable document translation services for businesses and individuals, helping you bridge language barriers and expand your global reach.

Video production services

Are you a foreign production company looking to film in Japan? We offer comprehensive on-site production support, including location scouting, filming permit applications, equipment and crew preparation, interpretation and translation services, and filming arrangements.

Works

  • 2025 Expo Osaka Belgian Pavilion

    Language support for 2025 Expo Osaka's Belgian Pavilion during the pavilion design phase.

    BelExpo – Belgian Pavilion

  • Kyoto Prize Videos

    Production support, transcription, and subtitling for the Kyoto Prize videos since 2021.

    Kyoto Prize

  • 2025 Expo Osaka German Pavilion

    Language support for the 2025 Expo Osaka's German Pavilion Operation Management Team. © German Expo Pavilion / MIR_LAVA_facts and fiction

    German Pavilion

  • Curate Japan Videos

    Production of Curate Japan's immersive experience introduction videos.

    Curate Japan

  • Biocentrics

    Coordination for the filming in Japan for the documentary "Biocentric" produced by Aiuê Produções.

    Biocentrics english trailer

Contact

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