Yamato Transport Airport TA-Q-BIN Luggage Delivery Service
Learn how to use Yamato Transport's luggage delivery service, available from all of Japan's international airports.
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Japan’s Luggage Delivery Services: A How-to Guide
Stop dragging your luggage through Japan. Here’s what to do instead.
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International Shipping from Japan: 2026 Prices, Speeds & Customs Rules
Finding the best way to ship something from Japan depends mostly on your budget and the type of goods you wish to send. This article covers the most popular and trusted options for sending items from Japan to your home country.
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Japanese Customer Service: Can You Compete?
3 key strategies—backed by data—that will help you maximize customer satisfaction and minimize the risk of offense in Japan.
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How to Pay Bills in Japan
Learn the various methods of paying utility bills in Japan and how to set up bill payments online.
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Working with Japanese Colleagues: 5 Cultural Insights
Understanding how Japanese employees are taught to behave can provide insight when directly managing Japanese employees or working with Japanese colleagues.
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Top Japanese Keigo Mistakes to Avoid
Are you making these keigo mistakes? You don’t need to know the ins and outs of keigo grammar construction to improve how you sound, starting from today.
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Koseki Tohon: What Is Japan’s Family Register System?
What should non-Japanese citizens know about Japan’s family register system (koseki tohon)? Do foreign residents need a koseki? And more!
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Car Insurance in Japan: A Guide to the Top Providers
What foreigners ought to know about applying for car insurance in Japan, good deals, how to enroll, and what to look out for.
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Starting a Business in Japan: The Essentialist's Guide
The 7-step guide for the essentialist. Find out the primary activities you will need to complete for your business to enter Japan’s market successfully.
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Japan Business Card Etiquette: What to Know and Do
Ready to expand your Japanese business etiquette? Master these moves, just in time for your next big pitch with your Japanese prospects.
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My Number Card for Foreigners in Japan: A Quick Start Guide
Learn how to apply for a My Number Card in English when living in Japan.
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What Is an Inkan Shomeisho? Why Do I Need One?
Learn what an inkan shomeisho is, why you might need one, and the various ways you can obtain this certificate. A super simple guide for busy people.
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The Total Guide to Company Formation in Japan
The key decisions to make pre-paperwork, common pitfalls to avoid, and a step-by-step checklist to guide you on your journey.
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Virtual Offices in Tokyo: A Guide to the Best Options in 2026
Here’s our shortlist of the very best virtual office options in Tokyo.
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How to Freelance in Japan [Your Paperwork Checklist]
Interested in how to freelance in Japan as a foreigner? Specifically, what paperwork do you need to complete to make it official?
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Japan Tax Representative Form + How to Appoint a Tax Agent
Learn who can be your tax representative in Japan, where to find the Japan tax representative form, and your FAQs about this role.
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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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Top 3 Virtual Mailbox Services for Japan
Did you know? Virtual office addresses can be used for Japanese company incorporation. Plus, with virtual mail software—no Japanese required.
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English-Speaking Therapists in Tokyo in 2026
During stressful times, knowing where to go for help is crucial.
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