Translation guide
A temporary group formed to accomplish a specific objective, often in business, government, or military contexts.
A temporary team assembled within a company or organization to address a specific issue or project.
Direct loanword from English, widely understood in business contexts. Refers to a temporary, cross-functional team.
A task force was set up to develop the new product.
Literally 'special team'. A more Japanese-sounding alternative, often used for ad-hoc groups.
A special team was formed for cost reduction.
Project team. Common in corporate settings, though it may imply a longer-term project rather than a temporary task force.
A project team for system renewal was launched.
An official committee or panel formed by a government agency to investigate or address a public issue.
Literally 'countermeasure headquarters'. Commonly used for government task forces, especially in crisis response (e.g., COVID-19).
The government set up a task force for the new virus.
Study committee or review committee. Often used for policy-oriented task forces.
A temporary military unit formed for a specific operation.
タスクフォース is a direct loanword and sounds modern/business-like. 対策本部 is more formal and often used in government or crisis contexts. For internal corporate teams, タスクフォース or 特別チーム is common.
Set up an internal task force
The government establishes a task force
A task force on education reform was launched.
Expert panel. Used for high-level advisory task forces comprising specialists.
The prime minister convened a task force of experts on economic policy.
The US military task force carried out the operation.