I’m Yukari Nagata, a journalist-turned-communications strategist based in Kobe, Japan. I blend investigative reporting with brand storytelling to craft messages that resonate across B2B SaaS, government PR, and airline brands, leveraging media, LinkedIn, and narrative to build trust. Currently freelancing, I support corporate and personal branding, write for leading web media, and train AI models in Japanese language and tone. I fuse traditional reporting skills with modern, next-gen communication platforms to help brands connect with audiences.

Yukari Minai Nagata

I’m Yukari Nagata, a journalist-turned-communications strategist based in Kobe, Japan. I blend investigative reporting with brand storytelling to craft messages that resonate across B2B SaaS, government PR, and airline brands, leveraging media, LinkedIn, and narrative to build trust. Currently freelancing, I support corporate and personal branding, write for leading web media, and train AI models in Japanese language and tone. I fuse traditional reporting skills with modern, next-gen communication platforms to help brands connect with audiences.

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I’m Yukari Nagata, a journalist-turned-communications strategist based in Kobe, Japan. I blend investigative reporting with brand storytelling to craft messages that resonate across B2B SaaS, government PR, and airline brands, leveraging media, LinkedIn, and narrative to build trust.

Currently freelancing, I support corporate and personal branding, write for leading web media, and train AI models in Japanese language and tone. I fuse traditional reporting skills with modern, next-gen communication platforms to help brands connect with audiences.

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Experience Level

Expert
Intermediate

Language

Japanese
Fluent
English
Advanced

Work Experience

Web Writer at Freelance
August 1, 2024 - Present
Wrote contributing articles for major web media and produced articles for companies; edited articles for major web media in Japanese.
Social Media Support at Freelance
August 1, 2024 - Present
Supporting professionals and companies in using LinkedIn for branding; providing strategic advice, post content review, and writing support tailored to target audience.
Freelance Communications at Freelance
August 1, 2024 - Present
Work with Japanese startups on media relations, press release writing, and utilization case study articles.
AI Trainer at Voice, Inc.
November 1, 2020 - July 1, 2024
Provided and audited Japanese training data; corrected AI-generated sentences; performed voice acting to help AI learn natural Japanese tone and intonation.
PR Manager (Corporate Communications Specialist) at Voice, Inc.
November 1, 2020 - July 1, 2024
Led corporate communications and public relations initiatives, shaping messaging for stakeholders and coordinating media relations; collaborated on strategic branding and content across channels.
Brand Engagement Department Supervisor at Japan Airlines Co., Ltd
October 1, 2018 - January 1, 2021
In charge of renewal and updating of the corporate website (SDGs), content for in-flight magazines and integrated reports; prepared and checked text for publications, including CEO interviews and photography for reports.
Economic Research and Public Relations Specialist at Consulate-General of Japan in Chongqing
May 1, 2016 - June 1, 2018
Responsible for economic research in Southwest China; conducted interviews with media and local government and prepared reports; handled interviews for the Consul General and exhibited at events to raise presence of Japanese companies.
News Reporter at Shizuoka Shimbun
April 1, 2013 - August 1, 2015
Reported on a broad array of events; conducted interviews; produced English-language content.
News Reporter at The Yomiuri Shimbun
April 1, 2013 - August 1, 2015
Covered a wide range of events, including incidents and personalities; conducted interviews in English.

Education

Master of Anthropology at Graduate School of The University of Tokyo
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2016
Bachelor of Foreign Studies at Tokyo University of Foreign Studies
January 11, 2030 - January 1, 2011

Qualifications

1st Prize in the Chinese Bridge Competition (Hanyu Qiao) in East Japan Final
January 1, 2011 - March 3, 2026

Industry Experience

Media & Entertainment, Government, Professional Services, Education, Travel & Hospitality