Speaker

Matthew Sueda

Panelist; Japanese-to-English Division winner, 21st contest: Matt is Destination Manager at the Hawaiʻi Tourism Authority, leading tourism stewardship programs and destination strategy initiatives for the State of Hawaiʻi. His interest in translation was shaped by his academic research and translation of literary works by Japanese immigrants in Hawaiʻi. He is currently involved in non-profit work focused on preserving and passing on the shared history and culture of Japan and Hawaiʻi to future generations.

Sessions

Inside a Winning Translation: A Panel with JAT Contest Winners

The Annual JAT Contest for New and Aspiring Japanese ⟨ ⟩ English Translators, launched in 2004 to commemorate the 20th anniversary of JAT's founding, celebrated its 22nd offering in 2025. This session will reflect on the history and development of the contest, highlighting its role in supporting emerging translators. The program will include a panel discussion featuring award winners from the...

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