Generate Japanese SEO Articles in Minutes
AI-powered content creation for overseas brands entering the Japanese market. English UI, Japanese output.
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Why you can't just translate
Japanese SEO is fundamentally different from English SEO. Translation alone will cost you rankings, traffic, and revenue.
Japanese search is different
90%
Google + Yahoo Japan
combined search market share
28-32
Max title characters
double-width chars use ~2x pixel width
3-4x
Ways to write one keyword
kanji, hiragana, katakana, romaji
Why this matters: one keyword, completely different results
English keyword
“organic skincare”
Optimized Japanese keyword
“オーガニック スキンケア 敏感肌 おすすめ”
= “organic skincare sensitive skin recommended”
Yahoo Japan has used Google's search engine since 2010. The same algorithm, but Japanese-specific ranking signals like character type, particle usage, and query formulation matter enormously.
Translation kills your SEO
Translation Approach
Input
“best sunscreen” (29K searches in US)
Direct translation: “最高の日焼け止め”
0 monthly searches — nobody searches this phrase
Generic article structure copied from English
No cultural context or local buying patterns
Sounds “machine-translated” to native readers
Yohaku Approach
Keyword research from Japanese data
“best face cream”
“日焼け止め おすすめ”
27,000 monthly searches — real Japanese demand
Optimized for Google.co.jp ranking signals
Japan-market messaging and cultural context
Native-level quality that builds trust
The data is clear
76%
prefer native language
Consumers prefer buying in their own language
40%
never buy English-only
Will not purchase from foreign-language sites
70%
higher conversions
Full localization vs basic translation
$258B
Japan e-commerce
3rd largest e-commerce market in the world
Source: CSA Research, StatCounter
Even big brands failed
Entering Japan without proper localization has tripped up some of the world's largest companies.
eBay
2002
Withdrew from Japan after just 2 years. Failed to adapt to local e-commerce norms and lost to Yahoo Auctions, which understood Japanese buying culture.
2010s
Japanese users found the platform's translated interface “awkward” and unnatural. LINE, with its Japan-native experience, dominates messaging instead.
Walmart
2002 — 2020
Spent 18 years trying to make Seiyu work. The low-cost strategy that succeeded globally didn't resonate with Japanese consumers who prioritize quality and trust.
| Based on analysis of 1,000+ Japanese search results | Translation Approach | Yohaku Approach |
|---|---|---|
| Keywords | Direct translation | Japanese search data optimized |
| Title | English structure translated | 28-32 char Japanese SEO optimized |
| Structure | Same as English article | Japanese reader preferences |
| Cultural context | None | Japan market-specific messaging |
| Competitor analysis | None | Top 10 Japanese SERP analysis |
| SEO performance | Low rankings | Optimized for Google.co.jp |
Sources: CSA Research, StatCounter, Google
How it works
Three simple steps to Japanese SEO content
Enter your keyword
Just type a keyword in English. Yohaku translates and researches Japanese search trends automatically.
AI generates your article
Our 8-step AI pipeline creates a fully optimized Japanese SEO article with proper structure, keywords, and CTAs.
Publish to your store
One-click publish to Shopify or WordPress. Track performance with Google Search Console integration.
Everything you need to succeed in Japan
Powerful features designed for overseas brands targeting the Japanese market
8-Step AI Pipeline
From a single English keyword, Yohaku researches, plans, and writes a fully optimized Japanese SEO article.
- Keyword research & translation
- Competitor analysis
- SEO-optimized structure & body
Edit, Review & Publish
Full article management with inline editing, SEO scoring, and one-click publishing.
- Inline editing with live preview
- SEO score with actionable insights
- HTML & Markdown export
Track Your Performance
Built-in SEO scoring and Google Search Console integration to track rankings and traffic.
- Real-time SEO scoring
- Google Search Console data
- Per-article performance metrics
Content That Sells
Upload product catalogs, select items, and generate articles that naturally feature your products.
- PDF document upload & extraction
- Product selection per article
- Natural product mentions in content
One-Click Publishing
Connect your Shopify blog or WordPress site and publish articles with a single click.
- Shopify Blog integration
- WordPress REST API
- Publication status sync
Beautiful by Default
A thoughtfully designed interface with full dark mode support for comfortable use any time.
- System preference detection
- Consistent theming throughout
- Optimized for long sessions
What's new
Latest updates and improvements
Founding 50 — Early Bird Pricing Live
First 50 users get permanent pricing: Starter $29/mo, Pro $99/mo, Enterprise $349/mo. Up to 40% off forever.
Help Center & Contact Page
Full help center with setup guides for Shopify, WordPress, GSC, and GA4. Contact form for support inquiries.
Welcome Email & Trial Reminders
Automated onboarding email with getting started guide. Trial expiry reminders at 3 days, 1 day, and day of expiry.
Dark Mode & CTA Selection
Full dark mode with system preference detection. Choose which CTAs to include per article during generation.
Yohaku Public Launch
8-step AI article generation, Shopify/WordPress publishing, SEO scoring, product-aware content, PDF uploads, and Google Search Console integration.
Simple, transparent pricing
Start free, upgrade when you're ready
Starter
- 15 articles/month
- 20 products
- 5 document uploads
- Shopify integration
- WordPress integration
- GSC & GA4 analytics
- HTML & Markdown export
- CSV & JSON export
- Email support
Pro
- 50 articles/month
- 100 products
- 30 document uploads
- Shopify integration
- WordPress integration
- GSC & GA4 analytics
- HTML & Markdown export
- CSV & JSON export
- Email support
Enterprise
- 200 articles/month
- Unlimited products
- Unlimited documents
- Shopify integration
- WordPress integration
- GSC & GA4 analytics
- HTML & Markdown export
- CSV & JSON export
- Email support
Frequently asked questions
Everything you need to know about Yohaku
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