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.
The Cost of Living in Japan: Updated 2026
Life in Japan June 25th, 2026

The Cost of Living in Japan: Updated 2026

Discover the latest figures for the cost of living in Japan, based on data from the government of Japan’s Family Income and Expenditure Survey.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
The Wild World of Japanese Ads: Celebs, Halos & Context

The Wild World of Japanese Ads: Celebs, Halos & Context

Japanese ad strategy—what the heck is going on? Here’s what you ought to know about launching a successful ad campaign that appeals to the Japanese audience.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan's Advertising Laws: What You Ought to Know

Japan's Advertising Laws: What You Ought to Know

Selling anything in Japan? Here's what all business owners and marketers should know about Japan’s advertising laws and legal grey zones.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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