General on-site interpretation
Bank, city office, real estate viewing, airport, hotel, tourism, shopping and ordinary daily communication.
Half day, up to 4 hoursJPY 16,000
Full day, up to 8 hoursJPY 30,000
OvertimeJPY 3,500 / hour
OSAKA / KYOTO / KANSAI
Chinese-Japanese Interpretation and Local Support in Osaka, Kyoto and Kansai
HI BAGS supports Chinese-speaking clients who need Japanese communication in Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe and other parts of Kansai. We provide on-site, phone and online interpretation for city office procedures, bank account opening, hospitals, health checkups, real estate viewing and contracts, immigration-related communication, business meetings, exhibitions, airport arrival, tourism and shopping.
This English page is for companies, coordinators and non-Chinese decision makers arranging support for Chinese-speaking guests, employees, students, business partners or family members. The main service is Chinese-Japanese communication; English can also be used for preliminary coordination when needed.
SERVICE / PRICE
Daily life
Business
Specialized
Online
Services and reference prices
Common service categories and reference prices are shown below so that you can quickly judge whether the service fits your situation. For other cases, please send the details first and we will confirm the best category.
Business / exhibition interpretation
Trade shows, booth reception, client visits, factory tours, product explanation and business meetings.
Half day, up to 4 hoursJPY 20,000
Full day, up to 8 hoursJPY 36,000
OvertimeJPY 4,000 / hour
Medical / professional procedures
Hospitals, health checkups, beauty clinics, immigration counters, notary office, legal affairs bureau and real estate contracts.
Half day, up to 4 hoursJPY 25,000
Full day, up to 8 hoursJPY 46,000
OvertimeJPY 5,500 / hour
Online / phone support
Online meetings, phone reservation, simple consultation, Japanese emails, screenshots or document explanation.
First hourJPY 6,000
DocumentsQuoted separately
Advance checkSend details first
Fee note: The above are reference prices for Osaka city and common scenarios. Japanese consumption tax of 10% is added. Transportation, urgent requests, early morning or late night schedules, multi-city travel, document preparation and highly specialized content may be quoted separately.
Payment: Bank transfer, Alipay and WeChat Pay are available. Please tell us in advance if you need a receipt, invoice or RMB payment arrangement.
ISSUES
Situations where Japanese communication often becomes difficult
City office and bank counters
Address registration, My Number, national health insurance, bank account opening and identity checks often require precise answers.
Hospital and clinic visits
Questionnaire forms, symptoms, examination flow, treatment explanations, cost explanations and aftercare instructions can be difficult without Japanese.
Real estate and contracts
Viewing, guarantor company screening, initial costs, important matters explanation, move-in rules and cancellation terms need careful confirmation.
Business meetings and exhibitions
Product explanation, client questions, factory visits, booth reception, price discussion and follow-up require accurate interpretation.
Airport, hotel and shopping
Kansai Airport, hotel check-in, transport, tax-free shopping and family travel can be supported when Japanese communication is needed.
Online or phone communication
Phone reservation, online meeting, schedule confirmation and Japanese emails or screenshots can also be explained or interpreted.
FLOW
How to request interpretation
01 Contact
Send the date, time, location, purpose and expected duration.
02 Check scope
We confirm whether on-site, online or phone support is suitable.
03 Estimate
We explain the service category, reference fee and possible extra costs.
04 Confirm booking
The booking is confirmed after date, place, content and payment conditions are agreed.
05 Preparation
For medical, real estate, business or immigration-related cases, send documents in advance.
06 Service day
The interpreter supports communication according to the agreed scope.
AREA
Service areas
We mainly support Osaka city and the Kansai area. Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe, Nara, Wakayama, Shiga, Kansai International Airport and Itami Airport can be discussed depending on schedule and travel distance. Online and phone support can also be arranged.
Need Chinese-Japanese interpretation in Japan?
Send your schedule, location and purpose. We will confirm availability and the most suitable service category.
Contact HI BAGS
FAQ
Frequently asked questions
Can you support bank account opening or city office procedures?
Yes. We can interpret at counters and help the client understand questions about address, residence card, purpose of account opening, national health insurance, certificates and related procedures.
Can you provide medical advice or legal advice?
No. HI BAGS provides language interpretation only. Medical decisions, legal judgments, residence status decisions and contract reviews must be confirmed with the relevant institution or licensed professional.
How early should I book?
For hospitals, real estate contracts, exhibitions, business meetings and immigration-related visits, earlier booking is recommended because preparation improves accuracy. Urgent requests can be checked if schedules match.
What information should I send first?
Please send date, start time, location, purpose, expected duration, number of people, documents or screenshots and any questions you want to confirm on the day.
WHY US
Why choose HI BAGS
We focus on clear communication, practical preparation and transparent fees for Chinese-speaking clients visiting or living in Japan.
Osaka-based company
Operated by HI BAGS Co., Ltd. in Osaka, with support mainly in Osaka, Kyoto, Kobe and the wider Kansai area.
Chinese-friendly communication
You can explain the situation in Chinese first. We confirm the date, place, purpose and suitable support method before arranging.
Transparent fee categories
Half-day, full-day and hourly references are shown clearly. Transportation, urgent requests and special preparation are confirmed in advance.
WeChat / LINE / email
Contact us by WeChat, LINE, WhatsApp, email or form depending on what is easiest for you.
SCENES
Specific situations you can ask about
Many real situations require more than word-for-word translation. We help you understand questions, explain your intention and confirm what the other side says.
Bank and city office
Residence card checks, address registration, national health insurance, My Number, certificates and bank account opening questions.
Hospital and clinic
Reception, questionnaires, symptoms, examination explanations, payment, follow-up appointments and prescription guidance.
Real estate and rental contracts
Viewing, guarantor company, key money, deposit, important matter explanations and move-in rules.
Business and exhibitions
Booth communication, client visits, factory visits, meeting interpretation and post-event follow-up.
CONTACT
Send your request first
Please send your date, location, purpose and expected duration. We will confirm whether on-site, online or phone support is suitable.
Contact Options
You can contact us by WeChat, LINE or WhatsApp. Please include your preferred date, place, service type and estimated duration.
Suitable for Chinese inquiries and document sharing.
LINE
Suitable for local communication in Japan.
Suitable for overseas and business inquiries.
FORM
Inquiry Form
Please send the basic details first. We will check whether we can arrange support and reply with a fee reference.