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.
Sole Proprietorship in Japan: Your Quickstart Guide
Business in Japan August 8th, 2025

Sole Proprietorship in Japan: Your Quickstart Guide

Here’s what to know about sole proprietorship in Japan.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Mail Forwarding Japan Post: How to Forward Mail Online
Life in Japan, Japan Post August 7th, 2025

Mail Forwarding Japan Post: How to Forward Mail Online

If you’re (1) getting ready to forward your mail to us for our virtual mail service, or (2) simply want to know how to use Japan Post’s forwarding service, we have you covered. 
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
How to Open a PO Box in Japan
Life in Japan, Japan Post August 7th, 2025

How to Open a PO Box in Japan

Here’s what to know to open a PO box in Japan.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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