Translation guide
A preposition used to indicate the effective date or time from which something applies. In Japanese, this is expressed with time-related particles, adverbs, or set phrases rather than a single word.
To say that something takes effect or is true from a particular point in time.
The most common way to express 'as of' when stating a starting point. Attach to a date or time expression.
This rule applies as of April 1st.
The new rates are effective as of next month.
Used in formal or written contexts to mean 'as of (a specific time)'. Often follows a date or time word.
As of March 1, 2024, the population is approximately 1.25 million.
Means 'at the point of' and is used similarly to 'as of' for a specific moment, often in business or technical contexts.
As of yesterday, sales have reached the target.
To indicate that a statement is true up to the present or a specified time, often in reports or updates.
Also used for 'as of now' or 'as of (a date)' when reporting current status. Very common in news and official statements.
As of now, there are no reports of damage.
As of today, the number of applicants has exceeded 500.
Similar to 〜時点で, but with the possessive の, often used with nouns like 'now' or 'that time'.
〜から emphasizes the starting point and is used for future or ongoing validity. 〜現在 and 〜時点で focus on the state at a specific time, often used for reporting data or status. 〜現在 is more common in formal writing, while 〜時点で is slightly more technical.
The contract is effective as of next month. (starting point)
The contract is valid as of today. (current status)
Do not try to translate 'as of' word-for-word. Phrases like 〜としての or 〜に関して are incorrect here. Use the time expressions above.
Incorrect: 'rule as of April 1st'
As of next week, the office will be closed on Fridays.
As of the end of March, we had 200 members.
As of this moment, there are no plans for changes.