noun
Japanese localization
Primarily used in computing and software contexts to refer to the process of adapting a product, interface, or content for the Japanese market, including translation and cultural adaptation.
このソフトウェアの日本語化はまだ完了していません。
The Japanese localization of this software is not yet complete.
日本語化されたマニュアルをダウンロードできます。
You can download the Japanese-localized manual.
Compound of 日本語 (Japanese language) + 化 (-ization, -ification). A straightforward modern coinage following the common pattern of noun + 化 to express transformation or adaptation.