Japanese language students are needed to fill 150 volunteer translator positions for the 37th Honolulu Marathon. which will take place Dec. 13.

Translators work closely with doctors and nurses in helping Japanese runners at medical stations on the 26.2-mile course.

Last year more than 14,400 runners from Japan took part in the Marathon. This year 14,500 to 15,000 Japanese runners are expected.

The need is for advanced Japanese language students from colleges and prep schools.

Please call Michelle Hashimoto at 741-5854. Translators are needed to work from 4 to 9:30 a.m. and from 9 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.