Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka
Managing Editor & Writer
Tomoko Matsuoka is a managing editor and writer for MailMate, Shoeboxed, 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.
How to Get Permanent Residency in Japan: The Total Guide

How to Get Permanent Residency in Japan: The Total Guide

Everything we could pack together on how to get a permanent resident visa for Japan: eligibility requirements, special clauses, documents to prepare, a step-by-step guide, and more!
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
When Is Obon? Japan's Obon Season, Explained
Life in Japan May 14th, 2026

When Is Obon? Japan's Obon Season, Explained

Japan’s obon = お盆: its origins, history, and how it is observed to increase your enjoyment and understanding of the upcoming season. 
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Undeliverable Item Notice from Japan Post? Here’s What to Do
Life in Japan, Japan Post April 17th, 2026

Undeliverable Item Notice from Japan Post? Here’s What to Do

If you've received an undeliverable item notice in the mail, don't worry. We break down the complicated pink slip into easy-to-follow steps.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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