Translation guide
A person who arranges things, solves problems, or uses influence, often behind the scenes.
A person who resolves difficult situations or gets things done, often informally.
Loanword from English, widely understood in business and political contexts. Refers to a behind-the-scenes problem solver or influential mediator.
彼は政界のフィクサーとして知られている。
He is known as a fixer in political circles.
Literally 'coordinator' or 'adjuster'. Used for someone who mediates between parties or smooths over issues.
彼はプロジェクトの調整役を務めた。
He served as the fixer for the project.
Literally 'person who sets things up'. Often used for a mastermind or someone who orchestrates deals or schemes.
彼はその取引の仕掛け人だった。
He was the fixer behind that deal.
A person who uses connections to arrange deals, often in politics or business.
Literally 'black curtain'. Refers to a behind-the-scenes manipulator or power broker, often with a negative connotation.
彼がこの計画の黒幕だ。
He is the fixer behind this scheme.
Neutral term for an intermediary or go-between, often in negotiations.
彼は両者の仲介人として働いた。
He worked as a fixer between the two parties.
A person who uses influence to get things done, often in traditional or yakuza contexts. Can imply favoritism.
A person who fixes things physically, like a repairman or technician.
General term for a repair person or fixer of objects.
彼は腕のいい修理屋だ。
He is a skilled fixer.
More formal term for a repair technician or mechanic.
A chemical solution used to stabilize photographic images.
Standard term for photographic fixer.
定着液をフィルムに使う。
Use fixer on the film.
Loanword also used in photography contexts.
The English word 'fixer' covers many roles. In Japanese, the appropriate term depends heavily on context. Using フィクサー is safe for the 'behind-the-scenes problem solver' meaning, but for physical repairs, use 修理屋 or 修理工.
彼は地元の口利きとして知られている。
He is known as a local fixer.
修理工を呼んでください。
Please call a fixer.
I'm going to buy some fixer.