Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka
Staff Writer
Yuriko Matsuoka is a writer for MailMate 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.
What is a 1K Apartment in Japan? Layout, Costs, and Everything You Need to Know
Life in Japan May 29th, 2026

What is a 1K Apartment in Japan? Layout, Costs, and Everything You Need to Know

What is a 1K apartment in Japan? Learn about the layout, rent costs, move-in fees, and how 1K compares to 1R, 1DK, and 1LDK apartments.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Japanese Document Translation Services: A Complete Guide

Japanese Document Translation Services: A Complete Guide

A complete guide to Japanese document translation services covering document types, certified vs. standard translation, pricing, how to choose a provider, and how MailMate helps with ongoing Japanese mail translation.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Japan Departure Tax: Everything Travelers Need to Know in 2026
Out and About May 27th, 2026

Japan Departure Tax: Everything Travelers Need to Know in 2026

Japan's departure tax triples to 3,000 yen from July 2026. Learn who pays, who's exempt, how it's collected, and what it means for your travel budget, plus updated hotel tax rates and tax-free shopping changes.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer

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