Business in Japan
Discover the latest hacks, news, tips, and resources on doing business in Japan. Grow your business with help from this one-stop resource hub.
Are Virtual Offices Legal? 9 Industries That Can’t Use Them

Are Virtual Offices Legal? 9 Industries That Can’t Use Them

We explain 9 business industries in Japan that make it difficult to use a virtual office.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Finding WeWork Alternatives If You Were At WeWork Japan
Business in Japan August 2nd, 2024

Finding WeWork Alternatives If You Were At WeWork Japan

Look for your new WeWork Japan location with these 3 WeWork alternatives.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
The Latest Remote Work Statistics in Japan

The Latest Remote Work Statistics in Japan

Unveiling the current state of remote work in Japan. A comprehensive survey reveals the preferences, challenges, and future of telework among Japanese professionals.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
How to Get a Loan in Japan for Foreigners in 2026
Business in Japan March 30th, 2024

How to Get a Loan in Japan for Foreigners in 2026

Getting a loan in Japan for foreigners is a struggling process. We have the how-to guide for you.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Top 8 Largest BPOS And Startups In Japan List
Business in Japan February 29th, 2024

Top 8 Largest BPOS And Startups In Japan List

Boost your business performance by using one of these largest BPOs and startups in Japan.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Japanese Business Trip Checklist: What To Know Before You Go
Business in Japan February 21st, 2024

Japanese Business Trip Checklist: What To Know Before You Go

Make sure you take a look at this checklist so that you are ready for your Japanese business trip.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
4 Virtual Receptionist Service Features for Small Businesses
Business in Japan January 31st, 2024

4 Virtual Receptionist Service Features for Small Businesses

Find out why a virtual receptionist service is the best thing your business can invest in.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
How to Bring Your SaaS Product to Japan

How to Bring Your SaaS Product to Japan

Thinking of bringing your software as a service (SaaS) business to Japan? Today, we take a brief look at key concerns when considering entry into Japan’s SaaS marketplace.
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John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
10 Japanese Marketing Strategy Case Studies to Study & Steal
Business in Japan, Marketing in Japan December 14th, 2023

10 Japanese Marketing Strategy Case Studies to Study & Steal

Discover case studies of successful Japanese marketing campaigns. Find out how to get your business in front of audiences who haven't yet heard of you. 
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Successful Foreign Companies in Japan: 3 Case Studies

Successful Foreign Companies in Japan: 3 Case Studies

What does an effective business strategy for Japan look like? Foreign brands must be courageous, determined, and highly adaptable.
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John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
Japan Startup Visa 2026: 2-Year Stay, Cities & How to Apply
Business in Japan August 21st, 2023

Japan Startup Visa 2026: 2-Year Stay, Cities & How to Apply

Thinking of bringing your startup to Japan? Here’s what to know about Japan’s startup visa.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japanese Seating Arrangement Etiquette: Who Sits Where?

Japanese Seating Arrangement Etiquette: Who Sits Where?

You don’t want to sabotage your opportunity by sitting in the wrong spot. So what should you know about seating protocol when meeting with your Japanese clients?
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
What Social Media Do Japanese Use? A Marketer's Guide

What Social Media Do Japanese Use? A Marketer's Guide

What social media posts prompt in-store visits? Which social media platforms did the best at converting users to make first-time purchases? These statistics might surprise you.
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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
31 Best Books on Japan, Recommended by BIJ Community 

31 Best Books on Japan, Recommended by BIJ Community 

From 5-star fiction to serious examinations of Japan’s politics and governance, here are 31 book recommendations to fill out your summer reading list.
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
Top English Speaking Accountants in Tokyo: A Short List

Top English Speaking Accountants in Tokyo: A Short List

A shortlist of trusted bilingual accounting firms and English-speaking accountants in Tokyo, selected from word-of-mouth referrals. 
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John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
Discover Our Must-Reads of 2021 

Discover Our Must-Reads of 2021 

These are the articles we shortlisted out of the 137 features we published in 2021.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Best of 2021: Your Best Books, Buys, and Big News in 2021

Best of 2021: Your Best Books, Buys, and Big News in 2021

We asked you for your thoughts on lessons learned, books recommended, best buys, and big news of 2021. Here’s part 2 of what you said.
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
11 Useful Manga for Anyone Preparing to Work in Japan
Life in Japan, Business in Japan November 15th, 2021

11 Useful Manga for Anyone Preparing to Work in Japan

Here are 11 manga loved by Japanese for their depiction of Japanese work life. 
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
3 Lessons from Teruo Kise: Former Chairman of TOTO

3 Lessons from Teruo Kise: Former Chairman of TOTO

TOTO’s former chairman on the philosophies and key strategies that helped create the cult-like devotion that TOTO’s toilets inspire today.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer