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JLPP International Translation Competition

We hold a multilingual translation competition to discover and foster outstanding translators of Japanese literary works.
Winners are provided with opportunities to participate in translation workshops and receive other forms of support, with the aim of nurturing translators who will bring Japanese literary works to audiences around the world.

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Event Overview

Details regarding the JLPP International Translation Competition.

11th JLPP International Translation Competition

11th JLPP International Translation Competition

Modern Literature Category

Languages: English/French

Classical Literature Category

Language: English

Entries

  • The submission period has passed.

May 1, 2026 (Fri) - May 31, 2026 (Sun) (JST)

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Past Winners

Visit this page to view the list of winners of the 1st through 10th translation competitions.

Past Winners Archive (1st - 10th)

Visit this page for details of translation competitions held up to the 10th JLPP International Translation Competition.