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.
Japan's My Number Card and Residence Card Are Merging: What You Need to Do
Life in Japan June 12th, 2026

Japan's My Number Card and Residence Card Are Merging: What You Need to Do

From June 2026, Japan's 4.12 million foreign residents can merge their residence card and My Number Card into one. Here's what you need to know.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Amazon FBA Japan: The Complete Guide for Foreign Sellers

Amazon FBA Japan: The Complete Guide for Foreign Sellers

Amazon Japan has 550 million monthly visitors and far less foreign competition than Amazon US. Here's how to use FBA to reach them.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Divorce Rate in Japan: Statistics, Causes, and What Foreigners Need to Know
Life in Japan June 10th, 2026

Divorce Rate in Japan: Statistics, Causes, and What Foreigners Need to Know

What the divorce rate in Japan really looks like in 2026 — plus a practical guide for foreigners navigating visa status, child custody, and what to do when a marriage ends in Japan.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
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