Japanese
Japanese has a reputation as a challenging language to learn, but potentially offers many rewards – from new insights into a wealth of culture to business ties with the world’s fourth-largest economy.
Occupations
Thanks to California’s connections with Japan, business demand is strong for Japanese translators and localization managers, as well as trade specialists. As a popular destination among Japanese visitors, the local hospitality industry also offers opportunities for Japanese speakers.
- Interpreters and translators
- Concierges
- Import/export managers
- Journalists and broadcasters
- Video game designers
Contact Information
Division
Language and Developmental Studies
Building 1000, Office 1031V
Phone: (707) 256-7726
Dean
Robert Van Der Velde
Senior Dean, Arts and Sciences
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: Robert.Vandervelde@napavalley.edu
Phone: (707) 256-7768
Program Coordinator
Nicole Carrier
Professor, Spanish
2277 Napa Vallejo Highway, 94558, Napa, CA
Email: Nicole.Carrier@napavalley.edu
Phone: (707) 256-7737