Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka
Staff Writer
Yuriko Matsuoka is a writer for MailMate 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.
Rent in Tokyo: Prices by Area, Apartment Type, and What Foreigners Need to Know (2026)
Life in Japan July 10th, 2026

Rent in Tokyo: Prices by Area, Apartment Type, and What Foreigners Need to Know (2026)

Rent in Tokyo can run ¥60,000 to ¥300,000+ a month depending on where you look. Here's how to figure out what's realistic for you.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Best eSIM for Japan in 2026: Compared for Tourists, Digital Nomads, and Residents
Out and About July 9th, 2026

Best eSIM for Japan in 2026: Compared for Tourists, Digital Nomads, and Residents

An eSIM will get you online the moment you land in Japan, but it won't give you a real phone number. We compare Airalo, Saily, Ubigi, and Mobal for tourists, then break down what digital nomads and residents actually need instead.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Can an American Buy a House in Japan? A Complete Guide for US Buyers (2026)
Life in Japan July 3rd, 2026

Can an American Buy a House in Japan? A Complete Guide for US Buyers (2026)

Can an American Buy a House in Japan? Yes, and there's no visa or residency required. But the real challenges aren't legal. Here's what it actually takes to finance, buy, and own property in Japan as an American, from bank accounts to US tax rules.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer

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