IJET-33 (May 9–11, 2025)

IJET-33—JAT's annual professional development and networking event—will be held in Fukuoka on May 9 to 11, 2025.
The conference will start with fun activities and festivities on May 9 followed by two full days of presentations on May 10 and 11.
Registration is now open! You can register at the early-bird rate until 11:59 pm on February 8, 2025 JST.

Sessions

翻訳の本質と法律翻訳の特徴 [Remote Presentation]

TOC: 翻訳の本質は原文の作者が、読者に伝えたいと考えた「こと」を原文と異なる言語で伝達することである;法律文書の原作者が伝えたいと考える「こと」;逐語訳礼賛の問題;ローマ字訳;法律翻訳では不正確な翻訳が原語の理解をmisleadすることがある;翻訳学あるいは翻訳論(Translation Studies) *This session will be presented remotely. The speaker will be streaming his presentation to the IJET-33 venue.

Patent Translation: First Steps

An invention – an advancement in a technical field – can be protected by the government by a patent – a legal description of the invention. Protecting an invention worldwide means translating that description. Applying for a patent is a long process, and applying across borders involves a great deal of translation: the application itself, correspondence with the patent office, and litigation to...

Translating for Publication [presentation in Japanese]

My talk will have two sections. In the first half, I will use my experience translating dozens of works—including some by Dan Brown—to offer concrete examples in discussing what to watch out for when approaching a translation. I also plan to use translations by former translation class students and AI as springboards for explanation. In the second half, I will discuss the state of the...

News

Things to Do in Fukuoka

IJET-33 is right around the corner. But what a waste it would be to come all the way to Fukuoka without enjoying the sights! The city, the prefecture, and the whole of Kyushu have so much to offer. Here's a list of some of the IJET-33 Organizing Committee's favorites:Fukuoka Asian Art Museum (福岡アジア美術館)Contemporary and pop art exhibits featuring creators from locations all throughout...

IJET-33 Fukuoka Registration Open!

Registration is now open for IJET-33, May 9–11, 2025, at Hilton Fukuoka Sea Hawk! Early bird registration prices are available only until 11:59 pm JST on February 8, 2025. JAT members: JPY34,500 (Applied at checkout. Log into the JAT website first.)Non-members: JPY39,500 Standard registration is available from 12:00 am JST on February 9, 2025. JAT members: JPY39,500Non-members:...

IJET-33 Zenyasai

The Zenyasai is a great chance to meet people before the official start of the conference. Reconnect with old friends, make new ones. It goes without saying that IJET newbies are very welcome. And of course, bring your partner, family and friends, too. The Hilton Hotel is a bit removed from Fukuoka's vibrant Tenjin and Daimyo entertainment district, and we want you to experience some of the...