Looking for high quality manga localization service
at a very low price? We can help.
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Professional "Manga" Translators
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Premium Quality Typesetting
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Distribution to All Major Ebook Stores
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Conversions to all JP Epub Store Formats
Feel free to contact us about
1 Chapter or even just a few pages!
You can get a free estimate of price and schedule by contacting us from the form below. Please try to give us information about language, number of pages, and any other information you can think of about the work you wish to translate. We also welcome customers who just want a quick check on pricing.
After receiving information, our team will contact you asap.
Recruiting note: We are not currently accepting applications from freelance translators, typesetters, editors or localization partners through this form.
BPS specializes in localizing and selling international manga, comics, webtoons to the JP ebook market.
We specialize in translating your manga, comic, webtoon
into JP or localize specifically for the JP market.
If you wish to sell your product to the JP manga market, you need not only good translation quality, but also localization specific for Japanese manga readers.
With BPS, it is possible to translate according to the style and character, and to translate with a thorough knowledge of slang and manga-specific terminology. In addition, we will create a high-quality translated version that is easy to read for Japanese readers with typesetting that emphasizes the atmosphere of the original product but also easy to read for JP manga readers.
We support both localization (translation + typesetting) and JP market distribution (file conversion + ebook store registration)
In order to sell overseas works in the Japanese market, in addition to translation and typesetting, it is necessary to convert to EPUB and register at various ebook stores.
At BPS, we can not only translate and typeset manga, but also handle the entire work of selling your work on the market.
BPS has experience running a community site for translators and has been providing translations specializing in manga for many years.
We also develop ebook distribution software in-house.Various major bookstores in Japan use our software, our manga viewer in particular, and it is also recognized as one of the official viewers of major publishers.
With BPS, you can convert your work into the EPUB format adopted by all major bookstores and the format familiar to many domestic readers.
We also translate into languages other than Japanese! Please feel free to contact us
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About Manga Localization
(Translation + Typesetting)
Manga translation is not just a “translation” of characters.
You have to have a firm grasp of the manga's world view, story, and characters. In addition, it is necessary to match the tone to the gender, age, and personality of the character. Like dubbing a movie, it follows certain rules and unspoken rules.
In typesetting work, the translated text is replaced. (In addition to typesetting, it is also called DTP, lettering, and typesetting.)Typesetting is not just a replacement work in a speech bubble. It is done according to its own rules, such as devising word placement to make it easier to read, and placing translated text for sound effects (onomatopoeia, SFX).
For a more natural manga translation, both translation and typesetting require advanced techniques. BPS provides high-quality services with a wealth of experience in manga translation and typesetting and our unique quality control.
Common Issues in Manga Translation and Typesetting
Manga localization is not only about accurate language. It also needs to read naturally as manga, preserve the work's tone, and fit the translated text into speech bubbles, sound effects and page layouts.
Translation quality concerns
- The translated dialogue is correct, but the scene or character voice feels unnatural.
- The wording does not feel like manga, or readers point out that the character's tone is inconsistent.
- Long-running works lose consistency in terminology, tone or typesetting rules across chapters and volumes.
Project management concerns
- Choosing a very low-cost vendor led to many revisions and higher total effort.
- Translation and typesetting are handled by separate vendors, making review and correction management complicated.
- Small-volume projects are difficult to place, or large-volume projects require a stable production workflow.
Translation and Typesetting Process
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Number
Number all text (including dialogue and SFX) so that there will be no misalignment during translation.
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Translate
A professional "manga" translator designated to your product will translate everything necessary.
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Clean
Erase all text and redraw and/or refine the artwork in preparation for typesetting.
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Typeset
Perfectly replace all text in a manner suitable for readers of the target country.
Our Strengths and Values
Natural Translations from Pro
"Manga" Translators
"Manga Translations" not "Translations"
We specialize in "manga". If you ask a translator who is not a manga translation expert, you will get a correct translation, but you may not be able to transfer the lines and atmosphere of the scene well, and the overall flow may be ruined.Translating manga requires a high level of knowledge of the country's slang, modern fads and fanciful jargon.In addition, it is necessary to translate according to changes in the rhythm of dialogue, the size of balloons, the rhythm of the manga, the personality of the character, and the atmosphere. is.BPS's manga translation achieves natural translation by professionals who are familiar with manga.
Output languages include...
English Chinese (Simplified/Traditional) Korean Japanese French German Spanish Nepali
The Perfect Translator for your Product
Our translators have extensive but specific experience with reading and translating genres (fantasy, action, suspense, boys' love, etc.). We will match you with an appropriate manga translator according to your product.
Genres we support most include...
Comics, webtoons, boys' comics, girls' comics, youth comics, women's comics, teens love (TL), boys love (BL), comic magazines, adult, etc.
Top Quality Typesetting for
1,500 yen/page
Designed for an Enjoyable Read
The choice of one font when typesetting is an important factor that influences the quality read of manga. In order to create an attractive translated manga, in addition to the usual typesetting rules, it is necessary to select a font that matches the story and the tension of the characters, and add effects.
At BPS, we have accumulated the many techniques of typesetting while cherishing the atmosphere of the original work, using easy-to-read fonts and expressions according to the language to be translated. And above all, BPS phototypesetters have a love for manga, so they can provide readers with "enjoyable" localization.
We promise the Love and Quality that your product deserves
Top Quality at a very Low Price
We are a software development firm, therefore we have automated many routine operations that surround translation and typesetting work, so that our customers only need to pay for creativity. For example, a numbering system for accurately placing letters to text, machine learning for text and image recognition, and effective use of scripts in Adobe are just a few software that we've developed for this business. In addition, Japanese staff are very meticulous and love what they do, and had recieved many many thanks from all if not most of our customers.
Ebook Conversion and
Store Distribution
Support for various EPUB conversion formats - ALL Major JP formats
We specialize in software that allows JP domestic users to buy and read all most popular Manga (Japanese Comics) and protect the files for printing and publishing firms. We have been developing and providing ebook distribution solutions in-house since 2013. Our strength is that we can not only convert to the general EPUB format, but also support optimal conversion for major domestic bookstores and special specifications and designations by major publishers.
Manga Localization Knowledge from Our Own Past Service
Experience from MANGA REBORN
BPS previously operated MANGA REBORN, a community service created to help Japanese manga reach overseas readers. The service has now ended, but the experience helped us build practical knowledge in manga translation, typesetting and localization for international readers.
How that knowledge is used today
Today, we apply that experience to dialogue naturalness, readability inside speech bubbles, tone consistency, SFX and handwritten text handling, and the overall quality of translated and typeset manga pages.
Overview of Order ~ Delivery
Standard Flow
Details will vary depending on the number of products you wish to localize, the language, and the presence or absence of special touches to your work. Contact us for more details!
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Request for Quotation
Please provide us details of your product, how many pages you with to Translate, and any other thoughts or questions you may have. Click here to use our Contact Form, and our team will contact you asap.
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Order
After checking and confirming the price and scheduling of our services, please provide the book or data of your product to place a formal order. Upon receiving either the full book or data, we will start our localization work.
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Translate
A professional manga translator will translate your product. After translation, we'll send you our work so that you can check, and work out problems if any.
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Typeset
We will typeset the translated material. After the typesetting is completed, again we'll send you our work so that you can check to see for yourself, and to talk about possible improvements and brush ups.
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Delivery
After our work is done, we will send you your localized product in almost any format you need, such as PDF for printing or EPUB format for ebook distribution.
Schedule Sample
Here's an example schedule for when you order a 30 page black and white manga.
1,500 yen per page for Translation + Typesetting!
Prices may vary depending on your product and for special touches either desired or necessary.
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Full Localize
Translation + Typeset
1,500 yen/page〜
This is our most popular set plan, with both translation and typesetting service combined. We'll need your product data by book or data.
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Translation only
We translate from 1~ page
800 yen/page〜
This is a plan for just translation. You'll need to typeset on your own. Many Manga/Comic/Webtoon Artists use this plan.
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Typesetting only
Provided that you have translation
800 yen/page〜
This is a typesetting only plan. You'll need to provide us with translation data as well as your product original data.
All available for free
within the basic rates
- Convert data to a specified size.
- Adjust black and white shades
- Adjust the tilt of the manuscript
- Cut and optimize for ebooks
Optional fees for image processing, translation, and delivery format.
Image Data Processing
- Digitization of Paper Products
- Price50 yen/page〜
- Cover Design
- Price2,000 yen/volume
Translation
- Synopsis Translation
- Price20 yen/word〜
- Numbering Data
- Price50 yen/page
Delivery
- EPUB
- Price1,500 yen/file
- Layered File
- Price100 yen/page
- InDesign
- PricePlease Ask
Simulations
This is a reference fee for actual manga translation.
Prices do not include consumption tax.
When translating and typesetting only one manga episode (30 pages)
| Description | Price | Total |
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| Manga translation + typesetting | 1,500 yen x 30 pages | 45,000 yen |
| Subtotal45,000 yen | ||
When translating and typesetting a single manga (200 pages in total, including the cover)
| Description | Price | Total |
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| Manga translation + typesetting | 1,500 yen x 200 pages | 300,000 yen |
| Color page additional charge | 50 yen x 2 pages | 100 yen |
| Subtotal300,100 yen | ||
When converting paper product into all EPUB formats for selling in the JP market + translating and typesetting a full manga with 200 pages including cover options.
| Description | Price | Total |
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| Manga translation + typesetting | 1,500 yen x 200 pages | 300,000 yen |
| Color page additional charge | 50 yen x 2 pages | 100 yen |
| Synopsis translation | 20 yen x 100 words | 2,000 yen |
| Manga data conversion | 50 yen x 200 pages | 10,000 yen |
| Delivery in EPUB format | 1,500 yen x 1 book | 1,500 yen |
| Subtotal313,600 yen | ||
Cases where the price and delivery date fluctuate
Depending on the contents of the order, the price and delivery date may change. Below is an example.
- Cases where the price fluctuates
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- Works with an extremely large number of technical terms (e.g. medical, historical, etc.)
- Works with a particularly large amount of text (example: reasoning, etc.)
- Complete full-color work
- If you wish to translate from other than English or Chinese into Japanese
- If you wish to deliver data other than manga data
- When you wish to greatly alter pre-negotiated translation and typesetting guidelines.
- If the subtotal for each manga work (translation and typesetting) per language is less than 5,000 yen.
- Cases where the delivery date fluctuates
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- Orders exceeding 4000 pages per month
- When confirmation work is delayed due to customer circumstances
- When option is added
- If you wish to translate into Japanese from languages other than English, Chinese, and Korean
- When it greatly deviates from the guidelines decided in advance at the time of starting
If additional charges are required, we will provide an estimate in advance.
We will inform you of the official delivery date after the work process is confirmed.
Supported Languages and Delivery Formats
In addition to manga translation and typesetting, BPS can support manuscript data adjustment, EPUB conversion and delivery data preparation according to how the work will be distributed.
Languages
We mainly support Japanese, English, Chinese and Korean, and have experience with French, German, Spanish and Nepali. Please consult us for other languages based on work content, volume and schedule.
| Main languages | Japanese, English, Chinese, Korean |
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| Experience | French, German, Spanish, Nepali and more |
| Consultation | Multiple-language localization, Japanese-market localization, translator selection by genre |
Delivery formats and related work
Translated and typeset data can be delivered in formats that match your distribution or editing needs, including EPUB and layered image files.
| Basic delivery | Print-ready PDF, image data and other common formats |
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| Ebook delivery | EPUB, ebook-store data adjustment, margin trimming, monochrome/shade adjustment |
| Editable data | PSD, TIFF and other layered image files; InDesign on request |
| Related options | Digitization, cover design, synopsis translation, numbering |
Feel free to contact us about
1 Chapter or even just a few pages!
You can get a free estimate of price and schedule by contacting us from the form below. Please try to give us information about language, number of pages, and any other information you can think of about the work you wish to translate. We also welcome customers who just want a quick check on pricing.
After receiving information, our team will contact you asap.
Quality Management and Production Structure
For manga localization, quality management needs to cover more than language accuracy. We check reading rhythm, character personality, genre context and readability within the page layout.
Consistent translators and typesetters
When different people handle separate chapters or volumes, character voice, terminology and layout rules can drift. Whenever possible, BPS keeps translators and typesetters consistent for each work.
Genre-aware assignment
Fantasy, action, historical works, TL and BL all require different vocabulary and sensitivity. We assign people based on genre, target readers and project requirements.
Typesetting guidelines
Fonts, line breaks, SFX, handwritten text and bubble spacing all affect readability. We use language-specific rules and guidelines to reduce quality variation.
Support for large and recurring projects
For large or recurring orders, we help design a realistic production schedule and review flow based on page volume, language, deadline and confirmation process.
How to Choose a Manga Localization Partner
Manga localization is not only replacing text in another language. To help readers enjoy the work naturally, translation, typesetting, SFX and delivery formats should be checked together.
Can they handle manga dialogue and character voice?
Natural dialogue changes depending on character age, personality, relationships and genre. A partner should be able to check rhythm and emotion, not only grammar.
Can they handle typesetting, SFX and handwritten text?
Localization often includes not only speech bubbles but also SFX, handwritten text and text inside screens or signs. Managing translation and typesetting together reduces friction.
Can they assign people who fit the genre?
Different genres require different vocabulary and expression. Assignment based on genre and audience directly affects quality.
Can they keep quality stable for long series?
Long works require consistent terminology, character voice, fonts and layout rules. Fixed teams and guidelines are important for recurring or large-volume projects.
Are price, schedule and additional fees clear?
Check not only page rates but also color pages, technical terminology, multiple languages and special delivery formats. Clear estimates and revision policies are important.
Can they support EPUB and distribution data?
If you plan to sell the localized work as an ebook, EPUB conversion and store-ready data preparation may be needed after translation and typesetting.
FAQ
Questions about price, schedule, supported languages, SFX, delivery formats and business inquiries for manga localization.
- Q.Can I order translation only, typesetting only, or only selected options?
- Yes. You can order translation only or typesetting only, and paid options can be combined with the main plans. Free options cannot be ordered by themselves.
- Q.What languages do you support?
- We mainly support Japanese, English, Chinese and Korean, and we can consult on other languages depending on the work, schedule and volume.
- Q.Do you have a review process?
- Yes. Translation and typesetting include review steps. Native or language-appropriate checks are included depending on the project scope.
- Q.What is the minimum order size?
- BPS can support projects from one page. However, the minimum charge per work and per language is 5,000 yen.
- Q.Can you support monthly or recurring orders?
- Yes. We can adapt the order flow to recurring projects. After the initial estimate, we can also proceed based on page volume and agreed rules.
- Q.Do revisions cost extra?
- In principle, up to two rounds of revisions are included. We support quality improvement so the result meets the agreed requirements.
- Q.Can you handle legal checks or rating checks?
- For English and Chinese projects, we can check certain points during translation and typesetting. Strict legal or rating checks may require additional fees or a separate review process.
- Q.How should I request a large-volume project?
- Please share the number of works, page volume, language, schedule and budget. We will propose a realistic production structure and delivery schedule.
- Q.Can you provide delivery notes or follow our format?
- Yes. We can provide delivery notes including work title and page count, and can consult on customer-specific formats.
- Q.How much does manga translation and typesetting cost?
- The English page rate is 1,500 yen per page for translation plus typesetting. Translation only and typesetting only start from 800 yen per page. Prices may vary depending on language, color pages, source data and delivery format.
- Q.Can you handle 30-page chapters or 200-page books?
- Yes. We can support both short chapters and full-volume projects. Pricing examples are shown on this page, and we will estimate based on actual page count and requirements.
- Q.Can you translate and typeset SFX, handwritten text or text inside phones and signs?
- Yes. We can handle speech bubbles, SFX, handwritten text and text inside the artwork depending on the source data and requested finish. Additional fees may apply depending on complexity.
- Q.Can you deliver EPUB or ebook-ready data?
- Yes. We can support EPUB delivery, print-ready PDF, image data, layered image files such as PSD or TIFF, and InDesign format on request.
- Q.Do you support publishers, platforms and companies with large or recurring orders?
- Yes. For publishers, rights holders, platforms and production companies, we can design a production and review flow based on volume, schedule and required quality level.
- Q.Is this form for freelance translator or typesetter applications?
- No. This contact form is for business inquiries about manga localization, typesetting, EPUB conversion and related services. We are not currently accepting applications from freelance translators, typesetters, editors or localization partners through this form.
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