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.
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
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

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