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.
The Japanese localization of this software is not yet complete.
You can download the Japanese-localized manual.
A more general loanword for 'localize' or 'localization', not specific to Japanese. 日本語化 specifically means localization into Japanese.
Means 'translation' in general. 日本語化 implies a broader process that includes translation but also cultural and technical adaptation for Japanese users.
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.