Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka
Managing Editor & Writer
Tomoko Matsuoka is a managing editor and writer for MailMate, Shoeboxed, and a number of online resource libraries. She writes guides on life in Japan and covers Japanese business news, digitalization, and productivity tools and software.
9 Common Paperwork Mistakes to Avoid in Japan

9 Common Paperwork Mistakes to Avoid in Japan

Nobody loves paperwork. But learning a couple of dos and don’ts could help you hate it less. Make life easier for yourself by reviewing these 9 common paperwork mistakes that foreigners—and even Japanese—frequently make. 
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
English Meditation Tokyo: Best Classes for 2026
Out and About, Life in Japan January 31st, 2025

English Meditation Tokyo: Best Classes for 2026

What we're all searching for—inner calm. Here's a list that might help.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Best Cafes to Work in Tokyo with Power + Free Wi-Fi
Out and About January 31st, 2025

Best Cafes to Work in Tokyo with Power + Free Wi-Fi

You're waiting for someone or you're in between appointments. Where can you do some work, get online, and charge your phone downtown? Bookmark this page or save these locations to your Google Maps app for the next time you need a power outlet and free Wi-Fi in Tokyo.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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