Sample Translation Rates

At NAIway Translation Service, we calculate our translation fees based primarily on character or word count of original documents, taking into account the source and target languages, the content, and your desired level of quality. We also carefully consider your preferred deadlines and budget, offering tailored solutions to best meet your needs.

Coordinator-Assisted Quotation

Upon receiving your materials, your assigned coordinator will carefully assess whether AI translation or human translation would deliver the best results, and provide you with a customized quotation accordingly. Should you prefer human translation, kindly indicate your preference in the quotation and inquiry form.

To help you estimate the cost, here are a few sample translation rates.

Please note that actual pricing may vary depending on the technical complexity of the content and the desired quality level. For an accurate quote, please contact us for a formal estimate. We are also happy to discuss your budget and preferred pricing options.

• To expedite the quotation process, please attach the source document when requesting an estimate.

“We chose a cheaper translation service, but ended up spending twice as much on revisions and wasted time fixing errors.”
We occasionally hear comments like this from new clients.

At NAIway Translation Service, we are committed to delivering high-quality translations—not just as a matter of professionalism, but to ensure your message fulfills its true purpose.
A simple word-for-word replacement often isn't enough. The essence can be lost if the language doesn't flow naturally or convey the intended nuance. That’s why we focus on refining every detail to make your message resonate in the target language.

Let us explain the value behind that quality.

Comparison of Translation Agencies

Just like in many other industries, the translation market includes both low-cost providers and companies that focus on delivering high-quality, premium translation services. To begin with, let's compare the pros and cons of each approach.

The comparison table below is based on publicly available information from several low-cost translation providers, including their websites, to represent typical market pricing in that segment. For the high-quality translation category, we have included examples of our own services and client feedback.

As NAIway specializes in delivering high-quality translations, our pricing tends to be above average compared to standard market rates.
The customer comments presented here are based on feedback from clients who initially used low-cost translation services but later turned to us for more reliable and accurate results.

As illustrated in the table above, utilizing a low-cost translation service is not inherently problematic, provided the selection is made with a clear understanding of the translation’s purpose. However, when the output fails to align with its intended use, particularly in widely understood languages such as English, even minor literal expressions or subtle lexical discrepancies may be perceived as mistranslations.

Conversely, in the case of less commonly spoken or rare languages, there may be no practical means of verifying the translation’s accuracy. In such situations, clients are left with no choice but to place full trust in the service provider.

Words have the power to establish trust and secure agreements—but they can just as easily undermine credibility and lead to the collapse of a business relationship. This is not an exaggeration; it is a reality that highlights the need for utmost care in handling language.

For this reason, selecting a translation company that can be relied upon is of critical importance. It is equally essential that clients themselves possess a clear understanding of what constitutes high-quality translation, and how to evaluate and select the right translation partner accordingly.

Translation That Delivers Value

Furthermore, in our ongoing commitment to excellence, NAIway Translation Service has obtained ISO 17100 certification—an international standard that defines the requirements for all aspects of the translation process directly affecting the quality and delivery of translation services (excerpted from the Japan Standards Association Certification Services website).
[Scope of Certification: Japanese–English and English–Japanese translation]

ISO 17100 mandates not only the implementation and maintenance of defined translation processes by the translation company, but also requires translators to meet specified qualifications and maintain them over time. Internal project managers are responsible for overseeing compliance and preparation for regular audits under this standard.

When comparing translation services based solely on price, it may seem more cost-effective to choose a low-cost provider using the simple formula of price × word (or character) count. However, as shown in our comparison table of pros and cons, such an approach does not capture the full picture of translation value.

At NAIway, we ask our clients at the time of request whether they would like their project handled in accordance with ISO 17100. Even if ISO-compliant service is not specifically requested, we still follow its standard, with no additional cost. This ensures the delivery of a translation you can trust, while also building a strong foundation for an ongoing client relationship.

We encourage you to experience the added value that cannot be captured by price alone, value that only a trusted multilingual translation service like NAIway can provide.