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.

Life in Japan August 1st, 2023

Japanese Neighborhood Associations: A Guide for Expats

Should you join one? What will happen if you don’t? We cover what to know as a renter or property owner in Japan.

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

Life in Japan August 1st, 2023

What Is Japan’s Family Register System (Koseki Tohon)?

What should non-Japanese citizens know about Japan’s family register system (koseki tohon)? Do foreign residents need a koseki? And more!

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

Out and About, Life in Japan August 1st, 2023

Car Insurance in Japan: A Guide to the Top Providers

What foreigners ought to know about applying for car insurance in Japan, good deals, how to enroll, and what to look out for.

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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