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.
Owning a Dog in Japan: A Guide for Expats
Life in Japan June 18th, 2026

Owning a Dog in Japan: A Guide for Expats

Japan's new microchip registration for pets, what to do if your dog has hurt others, dog run etiquette, and more.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan Market Segmentation: A Guide to Japan's Consumers

Japan Market Segmentation: A Guide to Japan's Consumers

Who should you be selling to in Japan? A mismatch or misunderstanding of your target market in Japan could be holding you back from clinching sales.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Real Estate Investment in Japan: Benefits, Risks, Considerations
Properties & Akiyas June 11th, 2026

Real Estate Investment in Japan: Benefits, Risks, Considerations

A quick look at why Japanese real estate has become increasingly popular with overseas investors.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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