John Cross
John Cross
Expat at Mailmate
Canadian Expat living in Japan. I ended up at Mailmate after I forgot to pay my electricity bill once and they turned off the electricity in my apartment. They probably sent a warning in the mail but I don't think I would have recognized it.
Forgot to Pay Electricity Bill in Japan? What to Know & Do
Life in Japan October 23rd, 2023

Forgot to Pay Electricity Bill in Japan? What to Know & Do

In Japan, paying utility bills can be a hassle. But it doesn’t have to be.
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John Cross
John Cross Expat at Mailmate
Unemployment Insurance in Japan, Explained
Business in Japan, Life in Japan September 12th, 2023

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
Workers Accident Compensation Insurance Japan, Explained
Business in Japan, Life in Japan September 11th, 2023

Workers Accident Compensation Insurance Japan, Explained

The essentials of workers' accident insurance in Japan for business owners: what it is, who it's for, how to enroll, and more.
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John Cross
John Cross Expat at Mailmate

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