In Norway, the vast majority of people speak fluent English. While this is partly due to strong English education, it also stems from the need to access information—such as websites, books, and films—that are often not available in Norwegian due to its relatively small number of speakers.
Still, Norwegians live their daily lives in Norwegian and take pride in preserving their language and culture. There are concerns in academic circles, where a lack of Norwegian-language textbooks in specialized fields has led to university courses being taught exclusively using English materials.
Although the Norwegian translation market is relatively small, NAIway Translation Service handles projects such as survey questionnaires and SDS translations. We provide high-quality Norwegian translations, tailored to the content and purpose of each project, delivered by experienced and specialized translators.
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Norwegian Translation Rates (Japanese-Norwegian & Norwegian-Japanese)
Below are NAIway’s standard translation rates.
Our regular translation fees cover all of the following services, so you can rely on us with confidence.
Translation
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Native-Level Quality Check
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After-Support※
※ As part of our after-support, we handle revisions and inquiries within the post-delivery verification period (typically one week).
(Please note that changes or additions to the original document are not included.)
Japanese to Danish Translation
From 33 JPY per character
Danish to Japanese Translation
From 38.5 JPY per word
- The actual cost will be estimated based on the content and volume of the document. Please send us the document when requesting a quote.
- Minimum Charge Policy. Depending on the character/word count and other conditions, we have a two-tier minimum charge system of 5,500 Japanese Yen or 11,000 Japanese Yen (tax included). This ensures coverage of the essential costs involved in translation coordination and quality assurance.
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NAIway's Quality Assurance System
At NAIway Translation Service, we believe that quality management is our top priority as a professional translation company. To ensure the highest standards, we have developed our own Quality Assurance System (QAS) and implement strict quality control measures.
For high-quality Japanese-Norwegian and Norwegian-Japanese translations, every document undergoes a two-step review process: after the initial translation, a second translator conducts a thorough quality check.
We meticulously review each character and sentence, ensuring logical flow, terminology consistency, and appropriate expressions to deliver a refined translation tailored to your needs.
Multilingual Translation Support
At NAIway, we offer multilingual translation services. Along with Norwegian, we provide translations in English, German, Portuguese, Spanish, and more—all in one place.
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Introduction to Our Norwegian Translators
Here are some of the translators currently working with or registered at NAIway.
Initials: F.N.
- Origin: Japan
- Language Pairs: Japanese → Danish, English → Danish, Norwegian → Japanese, Japanese → Swedish
- Specializations: Law, Industry, Nuclear Energy, Welfare, Literature, Medicine, History, Education, Research
- Profile: Extensive experience in translation across various sectors, including government agencies, industry, pharmaceuticals, and finance.
- Comment: I studied in Sweden for four years and also offer translation services in both Danish and Norwegian.
Initials: W.K.
- Origin: Sweden
- Language Pairs: Japanese → Swedish, English → Swedish, Norwegian → English, English → Norwegian
- Specializations: Law, Politics, Economics & Finance
- Profile: Holds a Master’s degree from the Faculty of Law at the University of British Columbia. Previously worked as an economic analyst.
- Comment: My wife is Japanese, so I can also provide native-level proofreading in Japanese. I strive to deliver fast and accurate translations.
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What is the Norwegian language?
Norwegian is the official language of the Kingdom of Norway, spoken by approximately 4.6 million people.
There are two official written standards of Norwegian: Bokmål and Nynorsk. While both are recognized equally as official languages, over 90% of published materials are written in Bokmål. As a result, the term "Norwegian" typically refers to Bokmål in most contexts.
Bokmål and Nynorsk
Norway was under Danish rule for centuries, and its language was heavily influenced by Danish as a result. However, after gaining independence in the 19th century, a renewed sense of national identity sparked a movement to reclaim the Norwegian language as it existed before Danish influence.
This led to the development of two official written standards in Norway: Bokmål (“book language”), which closely resembles Danish and has been widely used over the years, and Nynorsk (“New Norwegian”), which was created based on older, traditional Norwegian dialects. Today, around 90% of the population uses Bokmål, while Nynorsk remains the minority standard. Nonetheless, both forms are officially recognized and treated equally in public administration, official documents, and broadcasting.
As a side note, Oslo is home to a unique institution called Det Norske Teatret (The Norwegian Theatre), which stages performances exclusively in Nynorsk. In 2018, the theater presented the first Norwegian-language stage adaptation of Haruki Murakami’s Kafka on the Shore.
Norwegian Script
Norwegian uses the Latin alphabet, consisting of the standard 26 letters plus three additional characters: æ, ø, and å.
How to Say “Hello” in Norwegian
God dag/ɡuː dɑːɡ/
Primary Regions of Use
Language Family: Indo-European → Germanic → North Germanic
Region Spoken: Norway
Norway is known for…
Surrounded by majestic fjords and deep taiga forests, Norway is a Nordic country renowned both for its high standard of social welfare and its leadership in environmental sustainability. While offshore oil and natural gas from the North Sea play a key role in the economy, Norway also relies heavily on its abundant natural resources—hydropower (accounting for over 95% of its electricity supply), fisheries, mining, and forestry. In fact, its seafood industry ranks among the best in the world, with Norwegian salmon and Atlantic mackerel being household names even in Japan. Like Japan, Norway is also one of the few countries that continues the tradition of whaling.
Norway has long maintained strong ties with Japan, particularly in the areas of science and technology cooperation, including energy and environmental research.
And of course, there's the iconic painting The Scream, known around the world. Its creator, Edvard Munch, was Norwegian. Multiple versions of The Scream exist in oil and lithograph, and all can be viewed in museums in Oslo, attracting art lovers from across the globe.
