Translation guide
Expresses 'from this moment onward' or 'up to this moment.' The most common Japanese equivalent depends on whether you mean 'starting now' or 'so far.'
今から出かけます。
As of now, I'm leaving.
今のところ問題ありません。
As of now, no issues.
To indicate that something begins or changes from the present time.
Literally 'from now.' Used for actions starting now. Very common and natural.
今から出かけます。
I'm heading out now.
今から勉強を始めます。
I'll start studying now.
Literally 'from this.' Implies 'from now on' or 'from this point forward.' Often used for future plans or changes.
これから気をつけます。
I'll be careful from now on.
これからどうする？
What should we do now?
Formal expression meaning 'as of now' or 'effective immediately.' Used in official announcements.
今をもって閉店いたします。
We are closing as of now.
To indicate that something has been the case until now, often implying a change.
Literally 'until now.' Used for states or actions continuing up to the present.
今まで何をしていたの？
What have you been doing up to now?
今までありがとう。
Thank you for everything up to now.
Similar to 今まで, but can sound slightly more formal or emphatic about 'up to this point.'
Means 'as of now' or 'so far' when reporting a current status that may change. Very common.
To announce that a new rule, policy, or status takes effect at this moment.
Literally 'from today.' Used in formal announcements when a change starts today.
本日より新料金を適用いたします。
The new rates apply as of today.
Means 'on the same day' or 'immediately.' Often used in business contexts.
即日対応いたします。
We will handle it as of today.
Both mean 'from now,' but 今から focuses on the immediate moment, while これから implies a broader 'from now on.' Use 今から for actions starting right now, and これから for future intentions or changes.
今から電話します。
I'll call right now.
これからはもっと運動しよう。
From now on, let's exercise more.
Do not translate 'as of now' word-for-word into Japanese. Phrases like 今として or 今の時点で are not natural equivalents. Use the options above depending on the intended meaning.
I will explain the circumstances up to now.
As of now, there are no problems.
今のところ雨は降っていません。
It hasn't rained as of now.