To Those Looking for an English Version
I am very sorry, but for the time being, I have decided not to produce an official English version of this project.
This work is deeply rooted in Japanese society, language, and culture. While a direct translation into English is certainly possible, I do not believe that translating the words alone would faithfully convey the experience I intended to create.
Many of the characters’ thoughts, emotions, and actions are shaped by the social norms, everyday experiences, and cultural assumptions of Japanese society. Because of this, a high-quality English version would require careful localization that preserves not only the meaning of the words, but also the perspectives of the characters and the social context in which they live.
Creating that kind of localization would require considerable time, funding, and professional expertise.
If this project receives enough support in the future, I would love to explore the possibility of producing an official English version with the care it deserves.
If you would like to support this project, please consider joining the Subscription.
Your support will help make a professionally localized English version possible in the future.
For Those Considering a Translation
First of all, thank you very much for your interest in translating this project.
Please keep in mind that this work contains many original terms, character perspectives, and scenes whose emotional meaning depends not only on the language itself, but also on the context of Japanese society and culture.
When translating, I encourage you to look beyond the literal meaning of the words and consider the social background, cultural context, and the characters’ point of view.
I do not wish to discourage fan translations. However, if you choose to publish one, I kindly ask that you follow these rules:
- Do not monetize the translation.
- Include a link to this official website wherever the translation is published.
- Encourage readers of the translation to support the project by joining the Subscription.
You can find the full Guidelines here. You can also join the Subscription here.