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Mail Forwarding Service in Japan: Top Picks for 2026

Life in Japan

May 19th, 2025

Mail Forwarding Service in Japan: Top Picks for 2026

Mail forwarding services in Japan provide a convenient solution for individuals and businesses who want to shop from Japanese online stores or receive mail from Japan without having a physical address in the country.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Virtual Office Tools: A Shopper’s Guide for Going Remote

Virtual Offices

May 19th, 2025

Virtual Office Tools: A Shopper’s Guide for Going Remote

Shopping for a remote-work setup? Get the virtual office tools that every remote team needs to enhance teamwork and save on overhead costs.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
English-Speaking Business Lawyers in Japan in 2026

Business in Japan

May 14th, 2025

English-Speaking Business Lawyers in Japan in 2026

Looking for legal advice to help you set up your business in Japan? Check out our up-to-date list of English-speaking lawyers and law firms.
John Cross
John Cross Expat at Mailmate
English-Speaking Real Estate Companies in Japan for Renting and Buying a Property

English-Speaking Real Estate Companies in Japan for Renting and Buying a Property

Looking to rent or buy property in Japan? Explore the top English-speaking real estate companies that assist foreigners in navigating Japan’s housing market. Read more!
Aguri Osada
Aguri Osada ライター
Minshuku in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide for Property Owners

Properties & Akiyas

March 17th, 2025

Minshuku in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide for Property Owners

Starting a Minshuku in Japan? Learn the legal, licensing, and operational essentials!
Aguri Osada
Aguri Osada ライター
English Meditation Tokyo: Best Classes for 2026

Out and About Life in Japan

January 31st, 2025

English Meditation Tokyo: Best Classes for 2026

What we're all searching for—inner calm. Here's a list that might help.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
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. 
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Top Yoga Tokyo Studios with English Instructors in 2026

Life in Japan

January 31st, 2025

Top Yoga Tokyo Studios with English Instructors in 2026

From establishing a mindfulness practice to relieving anxiety and improving muscle tone, yoga’s benefits are manifold. If you have been curious about options for English-friendly yoga in Tokyo, we have a selection for you.  
Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
10 Best Instagram Accounts for #JapanLife Nerds

Out and About Life in Japan

January 31st, 2025

10 Best Instagram Accounts for #JapanLife Nerds

From Instagram accounts that offer a window into life in Japan to Instagrammers who provide comedic relief, we have you covered. Check out 10 of our faves!
Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Best Cafes to Work in Tokyo with Power + Free Wi-Fi

Out and About

January 31st, 2025

Best Cafes to Work in Tokyo with Power + Free Wi-Fi

You're waiting for someone or you're in between appointments. Where can you do some work, get online, and charge your phone downtown? Bookmark this page or save these locations to your Google Maps app for the next time you need a power outlet and free Wi-Fi in Tokyo.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Our Top Tokyo Wine Bar Picks in 2026

Out and About

January 31st, 2025

Our Top Tokyo Wine Bar Picks in 2026

Word-of-mouth referrals are often the best way to navigate the Tokyo wine bar scene. Another trusty method is through GuruNavi or Tabelog, Japan's Yelp-styled review sites for eateries and drinkeries nationwide. But to start you off in your hunt for the best wine bar in Tokyo, we’ve gathered our favorites for you to look over. 
Gregg Maxwell Parker
Gregg Maxwell Parker Food & Travel Journalist
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.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Your Guide to the Best Whisky Bars in Tokyo

Out and About

January 30th, 2025

Your Guide to the Best Whisky Bars in Tokyo

From finding a whisky bar for date night to locating the best whisky bar in Tokyo, this guide helps you uncover Japan's top whisky bars.
John Cross
John Cross Expat at Mailmate
23 Japan Blogs & Sites to Know in 2026

23 Japan Blogs & Sites to Know in 2026

For when you don’t want fluff. Discover meaningful reads and interesting commentary on Japan’s travel, culture, and business scene. 
MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
Reduce Your Japanese Junk Mail: 3 Methods To Use

Life in Japan

January 7th, 2025

Reduce Your Japanese Junk Mail: 3 Methods To Use

Tired of getting Japanese junk mail? Filter them out with these 3 methods.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Domestic Contact Person for Property Owners in Japan (Plus the Tax Representative Role)

Domestic Contact Person for Property Owners in Japan (Plus the Tax Representative Role)

Owning property in Japan as a non-resident foreigner requires understanding specific legal and administrative processes. From appointing a tax representative to designating a domestic contact person, these roles are crucial for managing taxes, ensuring compliance, and maintaining effective communication with Japanese authorities. Discover how these representatives simplify property ownership and why they are necessary.
Aguri Osada
Aguri Osada ライター
From YouTube Inspiration to Owning a Home in Japan: Javier Batista Santiago’s Journey

Properties & Akiyas

November 25th, 2024

From YouTube Inspiration to Owning a Home in Japan: Javier Batista Santiago’s Journey

Discover how one flight attendant fulfilled his desire to own a home in Japan by purchasing an akiya!
MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
PayPay for Business Transactions in Japan: A Setup Guide

Business in Japan

October 31st, 2024

PayPay for Business Transactions in Japan: A Setup Guide

Learn how to set up PayPay for business transactions.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Nengajo: Japanese New Year Cards Guide

Life in Japan Mail Trivia Japan Post

October 23rd, 2024

Nengajo: Japanese New Year Cards Guide

Here’s everything you need to know about Japan’s year-end greeting exchange: History, how-tos, and your FAQs answered. 
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
What To Do With A Misdelivered Mail in Japan? An Easy Guide

Life in Japan

October 7th, 2024

What To Do With A Misdelivered Mail in Japan? An Easy Guide

Here’s what you must do when receiving a misdelivered mail in Japan.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer

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