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.
9 Common Paperwork Mistakes to Avoid in Japan

9 Common Paperwork Mistakes to Avoid in Japan

Nobody loves paperwork. But learning a couple of dos and don’ts could help you hate it less. Make life easier for yourself by reviewing these 9 common paperwork mistakes that foreigners—and even Japanese—frequently make. 
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
English Meditation Tokyo: Best Classes for 2025
Out and About, Life in Japan January 31st, 2025

English Meditation Tokyo: Best Classes for 2025

What we're all searching for—inner calm. Here's a list that might help.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Where to Play Squash in Tokyo: Squash Courts & Clubs
Out and About January 31st, 2025

Where to Play Squash in Tokyo: Squash Courts & Clubs

Looking for a squash court in Tokyo so you can play with your friends? We’ve got you covered.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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