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Shipping from Japan to Germany: Cost Table for Japan Post
Life in Japan, Japan Post April 3rd, 2026

Shipping from Japan to Germany: Cost Table for Japan Post

Bookmark this page for Japan Post’s pricing charts for any time you need to know shipping costs from Japan to Germany in a hurry.
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
Shipping from Japan to Canada: Cost Table for Japan Post
Life in Japan, Japan Post April 3rd, 2026

Shipping from Japan to Canada: Cost Table for Japan Post

Bookmark this page for Japan Post’s pricing charts for any time you need to know shipping costs from Japan to Canada in a hurry.
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MailMate Team  Executive Updates
Top Japan Address Rental Services in 2026
Business in Japan April 3rd, 2026

Top Japan Address Rental Services in 2026

Discover the top Japanese rental address services that you can use for company incorporation, your online store, and other business or personal needs.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan Post International Parcel Rates [Chart]
Japan Post, Life in Japan April 3rd, 2026

Japan Post International Parcel Rates [Chart]

Finding the information you need on the Japan Post website can be time consuming and confusing. Bookmark this page to quickly access the international parcel post rates for shipping packages.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Shipping from Japan to the US: Cost Table for Japan Post
Life in Japan, Japan Post April 3rd, 2026

Shipping from Japan to the US: Cost Table for Japan Post

Bookmark this page for Japan Post’s pricing charts for any time you need to know shipping costs from Japan to the US in a hurry.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Yamato Transport Airport TA-Q-BIN Luggage Delivery Service
Out and About April 3rd, 2026

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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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan Post Delivery Time Domestic: An Easy Guide
Japan Post April 2nd, 2026

Japan Post Delivery Time Domestic: An Easy Guide

Wondering about Japan Post delivery time for domestic shipments? This easy guide is here for you.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Shipping from Japan to South Korea: Cost Table for Japan Post
Life in Japan, Japan Post April 2nd, 2026

Shipping from Japan to South Korea: Cost Table for Japan Post

Bookmark this page for Japan Post’s pricing charts for any time you need to know shipping costs from Japan to South Korea in a hurry.
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MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
International Shipping from Japan: 2026 Prices, Speeds & Customs Rules
Life in Japan, Japan Post April 2nd, 2026

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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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan’s Luggage Delivery Services: A How-to Guide
Life in Japan, Out and About April 2nd, 2026

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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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan AI Regulation: A Business-Friendly Alternative to the EU AI Act

Japan AI Regulation: A Business-Friendly Alternative to the EU AI Act

Japan is the most AI-friendly major economy. This guide covers Japan's AI Promotion Act, METI guidelines, and what it means if you're expanding into the Japanese market.
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John Cross
John Cross Expat at Mailmate
How to Make a Bank Transfer In Japan: An Easy Furikomi Guide

How to Make a Bank Transfer In Japan: An Easy Furikomi Guide

Need to make a bank transfer in Japan? This furikomi guide has your back.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Maternity Leave in Japan: An Easy Guide For Working Parents
Life in Japan March 26th, 2026

Maternity Leave in Japan: An Easy Guide For Working Parents

Learn everything you need to know about maternity and childcare leave in Japan.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
How To Side Hustle in Japan As A Foreigner: A Simple Guide

How To Side Hustle in Japan As A Foreigner: A Simple Guide

Learn how to successfully side hustle in Japan when you are living here as a foreigner.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Dependent Visa In Japan: A Comprehensive Guide
Life in Japan March 26th, 2026

Dependent Visa In Japan: A Comprehensive Guide

Everything you need to know about the dependent visa in Japan is here.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
How to Create a Japanese Gift Basket For Your Business
Business in Japan March 26th, 2026

How to Create a Japanese Gift Basket For Your Business

Learn why you should create a Japanese gift basket for your business clients.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Japanese Customer Service: Can You Compete? 
Customer Service in Japan March 19th, 2026

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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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Unemployment Insurance in Japan, Explained
Business in Japan, Life in Japan March 19th, 2026

Unemployment Insurance in Japan, Explained

Thinking of hiring your first employee? For the majority of businesses in Japan, your next step involves enrolling your employees in labor insurance, 労働保険 = roudou hoken.  
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John Cross
John Cross Expat at Mailmate
What Is Furusato Nozei? A Guide for Company Employees

What Is Furusato Nozei? A Guide for Company Employees

Find out how to benefit and what to do.
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John Cross
John Cross Expat at Mailmate
How to Pay Bills in Japan
Life in Japan March 19th, 2026

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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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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