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What Foreign Owners Get Wrong About Akiya Tax in Japan, According to a Licensed Tax Accountant (2026)

Life in Japan

October 21st, 2026

What Foreign Owners Get Wrong About Akiya Tax in Japan, According to a Licensed Tax Accountant (2026)

Most foreign akiya owners lose money to missed tax notices, not tax rates. We asked a licensed Fukuoka accountant what actually trips people up.
Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Japan Payroll Guide For Foreign Companies: How It Works, What It Costs, And What You Must Do Every Month (2026)

Life in Japan

October 21st, 2026

Japan Payroll Guide For Foreign Companies: How It Works, What It Costs, And What You Must Do Every Month (2026)

Everything a foreign-owned KK or GK needs to know about running payroll in Japan, from the 10th of the month deadline to the new 2026 child rearing contribution.
Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Employer of record Japan: what it covers, what it doesn't & when to use it (2026)

Life in Japan

October 21st, 2026

Employer of record Japan: what it covers, what it doesn't & when to use it (2026)

An EOR gets you hiring in Japan in weeks, not months. But it won't get you a business address, a phone number, or a bank account. Here's what an employer of record actually covers, what it doesn't, and how to close the gap.
Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
How to Import to Japan: Licenses, Importer of Record and Customs Steps (2026)

How to Import to Japan: Licenses, Importer of Record and Customs Steps (2026)

Interested in importing goods for sale in Japan? Before you invest in inventory for your import business, find out the regulations governing the goods you wish to sell. 
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Branch Office in Japan: How to Register, Costs, and Tax (2026)

Branch Office in Japan: How to Register, Costs, and Tax (2026)

Thinking of expanding to Japan? Learn how to register a branch office, required documents, costs, and why it's a practical option for foreign companies.
John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
Company Incorporation in Japan: The 2026 Guide to Company Formation

Company Incorporation in Japan: The 2026 Guide to Company Formation

The key decisions to make pre-paperwork, common pitfalls to avoid, and a step-by-step checklist to guide you on your journey.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
GK vs KK in Japan: Godo Kaisha vs Kabushiki Kaisha Compared (2026)

Business in Japan

October 16th, 2026

GK vs KK in Japan: Godo Kaisha vs Kabushiki Kaisha Compared (2026)

When starting a business in Japan, entrepreneurs often find themselves facing a critical decision: whether to establish their company as a Kabushiki Kaisha (KK) or a Godo Kaisha (GK).
John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
Japan Airbnb Law (2026): Is Airbnb Legal in Japan and How to Host

Japan Airbnb Law (2026): Is Airbnb Legal in Japan and How to Host

Understand the ins and outs of Japan Airbnb Law.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Japan's Abandoned Houses: Why 9 Million Homes Sit Empty

Properties & Akiyas Life in Japan

October 15th, 2026

Japan's Abandoned Houses: Why 9 Million Homes Sit Empty

Discover what you need to know about Japan's abandoned houses and how to resolve it.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Japanese Convenience Stores: The Ultimate Guide to Konbini

Life in Japan

October 14th, 2026

Japanese Convenience Stores: The Ultimate Guide to Konbini

Discover all the things you can do at a Japanese convenience store.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Car Insurance in Japan (2026): Costs & English Options

Out and About Life in Japan

October 14th, 2026

Car Insurance in Japan (2026): Costs & English Options

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
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Cheap Houses in Japan: Prices, Real Costs & Where to Buy

Life in Japan

October 9th, 2026

Cheap Houses in Japan: Prices, Real Costs & Where to Buy

Discover where all the cheap houses in Japan are.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Proxy Forwarding in Japan: 8 Proxy Services Compared (2026)

Life in Japan

October 9th, 2026

Proxy Forwarding in Japan: 8 Proxy Services Compared (2026)

Explore the top 4 services that has proxy forwarding in Japan.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Maternity Leave in Japan: An Easy Guide For Working Parents

Life in Japan

October 9th, 2026

Maternity Leave in Japan: An Easy Guide For Working Parents

Learn everything you need to know about maternity and childcare leave in Japan.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Japan Pension Refund 2026: Lump-Sum Amounts & How to Claim

Life in Japan

October 8th, 2026

Japan Pension Refund 2026: Lump-Sum Amounts & How to Claim

Here’s the big picture and then 2 step-by-step guides to reclaiming your money after leaving Japan.
John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
Revenue Stamps in Japan (収入印紙): 2026 Costs & Where to Buy

Life in Japan

October 8th, 2026

Revenue Stamps in Japan (収入印紙): 2026 Costs & Where to Buy

Confused about revenue stamps in Japan? This beginner-friendly guide explains it all.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Japan Post Bank Branch Code: How to Find Yours (2026)

Business in Japan Life in Japan

October 8th, 2026

Japan Post Bank Branch Code: How to Find Yours (2026)

Need to send money through Japan Post Bank? Learn everything about branch codes, where to find them, and how to use them correctly to avoid transaction issues!
MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
Zairyu Card (Residence Card) Japan 2026: What It Is & New Rules

Life in Japan

October 2nd, 2026

Zairyu Card (Residence Card) Japan 2026: What It Is & New Rules

A must-read guide for foreigners living in Japan about their zairyu card.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Dependent Visa in Japan 2026: Requirements, Work Rules & Fees

Life in Japan

October 2nd, 2026

Dependent Visa in Japan 2026: Requirements, Work Rules & Fees

Everything you need to know about the dependent visa in Japan is here.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Residence Card Renewal Japan 2026: Fees, PR Cards & Online Steps

Residence Card Renewal Japan 2026: Fees, PR Cards & Online Steps

Get everything you need to know about the residence card renewal Japan process as a foreigner.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
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