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.'
As of now, I'm leaving.
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.
I'm heading out now.
I'll start studying now.
Literally 'from this.' Implies 'from now on' or 'from this point forward.' Often used for future plans or changes.
Formal expression meaning 'as of now' or 'effective immediately.' Used in official announcements.
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.
What have you been doing up to now?
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.
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.
I'll call right now.
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.
これから気をつけます。
I'll be careful from now on.
What should we do now?
I will explain the circumstances up to now.
As of now, there are no problems.
It hasn't rained as of now.
即日対応いたします。
We will handle it as of today.