Life in Japan
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Mail Forwarding Japan Post: How to Forward Mail Online
Life in Japan, Japan Post August 7th, 2025

Mail Forwarding Japan Post: How to Forward Mail Online

If you’re (1) getting ready to forward your mail to us for our virtual mail service, or (2) simply want to know how to use Japan Post’s forwarding service, we have you covered. 
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
How to Open a PO Box in Japan
Life in Japan, Japan Post August 7th, 2025

How to Open a PO Box in Japan

Here’s what to know to open a PO box in Japan.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan’s Pension Refund for Foreigners in 2025
Life in Japan August 6th, 2025

Japan’s Pension Refund for Foreigners in 2025

Here’s the big picture and then 2 step-by-step guides to reclaiming your money after leaving Japan.
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John Cross
John Cross Expat at Mailmate