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.

Life in Japan October 16th, 2023

Converting a Driving License in Japan? Here's What to Do

Two types of international driving permits, countries with bilateral driver's license agreements with Japan, plus how to convert your foreign driver's license to a Japanese driver's license.

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

Life in Japan October 16th, 2023

Top 10 Japanese YouTubers in 2023

Want to understand the kind of content the top Japanese YouTubers make? Start here.

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

Business in Japan, Life in Japan October 4th, 2023

Half-Width vs. Full-Width: A Tale of Two Characters

The origin story of Japan’s half-width 半角 and full-width 全角 characters, the current state of affairs, and where to go from here. Hold on for a wild ride.

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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