When working in Japan as a IT professional, having a basic understanding of Japanese terminology can greatly enhance communication and collaboration with colleagues. In this article, we present a comprehensive list of essential Japanese words commonly used in IT companies. Whether you’re a programmer, project manager, or network engineer, this guide will help you navigate the Japanese IT industry more effectively.

No.	Terminology	Romaji reading	Meaning
1.	情報処理 (じょうほうしょり)	Jōhō shori	Information processing
2.	データベース管理 (でーたべーすかんり)	Dētabēsu kanri	Database management
3.	システム開発 (しすてむかいはつ)	Shisutemu kaihatsu	System development
4.	プログラム設計 (ぷろぐらむせっけい)	Puroguramu sekkei	Program design
5.	ソフトウェア開発 (そふとうぇあかいはつ	Sofutouea kaihatsu	Software development
6.	ネットワーク設計 (ねっとわーくせっけい	Nettowāku sekkei	Network design
7.	セキュリティ対策 (せきゅりてぃたいさく)	Sekyuriti taisaku	Security measures
8.	インフラストラクチャ管理 (いんふらすとらくちゃかんり)	Infurasutorakucha kanri	Infrastructure management
9.	サーバー運用 (さーばーうんよう)	Sābā unyō	Server operations
10.	バックアップ管理 (ばっくあっぷかんり)	Bakkappu kanri	Backup management
11.	インターネット接続 (いんたーねっとせつぞく)	Intānetto setsuzoku	Internet connectivity
12.	プロジェクト管理 (ぷろじぇくとかんり)	Purojekuto kanri	Project management
13.	インターフェース設計 (いんたーふぇーすせっけい)	Intāfēsu sekkei	Interface design
14.	クラウドサービス (くらうどさーびす)	Kuraudo sābisu	Cloud services
15.	インシデント対応 (いんしでんたいおう)	Inshidentaiō	Incident response
16.	アクセス制御 (あくせすせいぎょ)	Akusesu seigyo	Access control
17.	システム監査 (しすてむかんさ)	Shisutemu kansa	System auditing
18.	ユーザーサポート (ゆーざーさぽーと)	Yūzā sapōto	User support
19.	バグ修正 (ばぐしゅうせい)	Bagu shūsei	Bug fixing
20.	ソフトウェアテスト (そふとうぇあてすと)	Sofutouea tesuto	Software testing

In this table, we have compiled a selection of key Japanese words that are frequently used in IT companies in Japan. Now, let’s explore some of the terms in more detail.

1. 情報処理 (jōhō shori) – Information processing:
   Information processing involves the collection, manipulation, and dissemination of data within an organization’s IT systems.
2. データベース管理 (dētabēsu kanri) – Database management:
   Database management focuses on the administration and maintenance of databases, ensuring data integrity and availability.
3. システム開発 (shisutemu kaihatsu) – System development:
   System development refers to the process of creating and enhancing software systems to meet specific business requirements.
4. プログラム設計 (puroguramu sekkei) – Program design:
   Program design involves planning and structuring the logic and flow of a software program before its implementation.
5. ソフトウェア開発 (sofutouea kaihatsu) – Software development:
   Software development encompasses the creation, testing, and maintenance of computer programs and applications.

Example

Now let’s look at a sample conversation which uses these words. This conversation illustrates a project manager (PM) discussing the allocation of responsibilities for the upcoming phase of system development.

PM: 皆さん、お疲れ様です。今日は重要なお知らせがあります。次のフェーズでのシステム開発に入りますので、プログラム設計とインターフェース設計の担当者を決めましょう。情報処理とデータベース管理に詳しいAさん、お願いできますか？
Project Manager: Hey everyone! I have an important announcement to make today. We are going to start the next phase of system development, so let’s decide who will be in charge of program design and interface design. Can I ask Mr. A, who is familiar with information processing and database management, to do this for me?

Aさん: かしこまりました！ソフトウェア開発とネットワーク設計も担当しますので、バックアップ管理やセキュリティ対策にも注力します。
Mr. A: Understood! I will also be in charge of software development and network design, so I will focus on backup management and security measures.

PM: ありがとうございます、Aさん。ユーザーサポートとプロジェクト管理はBさんにお願いしたいと思います。クラウドサービスの導入も考えていますので、インフラストラクチャ管理とインターネット接続に詳しいCさん、協力お願いします。
Project Manager: Thank you, Mr. A. I would like to ask Mr. B to take care of user support and project management. We are also thinking of implementing cloud services, so we need your help with infrastructure management and Internet connectivity, Mr. C.

Cさん: 承知いたしました。また、アクセス制御やシステム監査もお手伝いします。
Mr. C: Got it. I can also help with access control and system auditing.

PM: ありがとうございます！バグ修正とソフトウェアテストはDさんにお願いしたいと思います。皆さんの協力で、スムーズなプロジェクト進行が期待できそうですのでよろしくお願いします！
Project Manager: Thank you very much! I would like to ask Mr. D to help with bug fixing and software testing. With your cooperation, we can expect a smooth project progress!

Take away

Mastering the foundational Japanese words used in IT companies can significantly enhance your professional interactions and understanding within the Japanese IT industry. By familiarizing yourself with these key terms, you’ll be better equipped to collaborate effectively with colleagues and contribute to successful IT projects in Japan.

Remember to bookmark this guide and refer to it whenever you encounter unfamiliar Japanese terminology in your IT career. As you continue to expand your language skills, you’ll gain a deeper appreciation for the rich technological landscape that Japan has to offer.

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