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.
Japanese Neighborhood Associations: A Guide for Expats
Life in Japan August 1st, 2023

Japanese Neighborhood Associations: A Guide for Expats

Should you join one? What will happen if you don’t? We cover what to know as a renter or property owner in Japan.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
How to Change Your Address in Japan: A Step-by-Step Guide
Life in Japan July 27th, 2023

How to Change Your Address in Japan: A Step-by-Step Guide

Start right. We guide you through your first visit to city office.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
PO Boxes in Japan: What to Know & How to Use
Business in Japan, Life in Japan July 20th, 2023

PO Boxes in Japan: What to Know & How to Use

In Japan, one of the most efficient ways to manage your mail is through the use of a PO box, or "shishobako" as it's locally known.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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