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.

Business in Japan, Life in Japan August 8th, 2025

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

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.

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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.

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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