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Japan Post Delivery Time Domestic: An Easy Guide

Japan Post

April 2nd, 2026

Japan Post Delivery Time Domestic: An Easy Guide

Wondering about Japan Post delivery time for domestic shipments? This easy guide is here for you.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Shipping from Japan to South Korea: Cost Table for Japan Post

Life in Japan Japan Post

April 2nd, 2026

Shipping from Japan to South Korea: Cost Table for Japan Post

Bookmark this page for Japan Post’s pricing charts for any time you need to know shipping costs from Japan to South Korea in a hurry.
MailMate Team
MailMate Team  Executive Updates
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. 
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.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan AI Regulation: A Business-Friendly Alternative to the EU AI Act

Japan AI Regulation: A Business-Friendly Alternative to the EU AI Act

Japan is the most AI-friendly major economy. This guide covers Japan's AI Promotion Act, METI guidelines, and what it means if you're expanding into the Japanese market.
John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
How to Make a Bank Transfer In Japan: An Easy Furikomi Guide

How to Make a Bank Transfer In Japan: An Easy Furikomi Guide

Need to make a bank transfer in Japan? This furikomi guide has your back.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
How To Side Hustle in Japan As A Foreigner: A Simple Guide

How To Side Hustle in Japan As A Foreigner: A Simple Guide

Learn how to successfully side hustle in Japan when you are living here as a foreigner.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
How to Create a Japanese Gift Basket For Your Business

Business in Japan

March 26th, 2026

How to Create a Japanese Gift Basket For Your Business

Learn why you should create a Japanese gift basket for your business clients.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Japanese Customer Service: Can You Compete? 

Customer Service in Japan

March 19th, 2026

Japanese Customer Service: Can You Compete? 

3 key strategies—backed by data—that will help you maximize customer satisfaction and minimize the risk of offense in Japan.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Unemployment Insurance in Japan, Explained

Business in Japan Life in Japan

March 19th, 2026

Unemployment Insurance in Japan, Explained

Thinking of hiring your first employee? For the majority of businesses in Japan, your next step involves enrolling your employees in labor insurance, 労働保険 = roudou hoken.  
John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
How to Pay Bills in Japan

Life in Japan

March 19th, 2026

How to Pay Bills in Japan

Learn the various methods of paying utility bills in Japan and how to set up bill payments online.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
What Is Furusato Nozei? A Guide for Company Employees

What Is Furusato Nozei? A Guide for Company Employees

Find out how to benefit and what to do.
John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
The Real Cost of Starting a Business in Japan in 2026

The Real Cost of Starting a Business in Japan in 2026

Wondering how much it costs to start a company or branch office in Japan? This guide breaks down incorporation fees, taxes, and setup tips for foreign entrepreneurs
John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
Japan’s Housing Depreciation: Understanding the Unique Real Estate Market

Japan’s Housing Depreciation: Understanding the Unique Real Estate Market

Japan’s housing depreciates quickly, impacting tax benefits and investment value. Learn why and how it affects property owners and investors.
Aguri Osada
Aguri Osada ライター
Property Management Systems in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide

Business in Japan

March 13th, 2026

Property Management Systems in Japan: A Comprehensive Guide

Find out how property management systems in Japan can help you manage your properties.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
.jp Domains: A Comprehensive Guide for Foreign Businesses

.jp Domains: A Comprehensive Guide for Foreign Businesses

Understand what you need to do to obtain a .jp domain.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Top Japanese Keigo Mistakes to Avoid

Top Japanese Keigo Mistakes to Avoid

Are you making these keigo mistakes? You don’t need to know the ins and outs of keigo grammar construction to improve how you sound, starting from today.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Working with Japanese Colleagues: 5 Cultural Insights

Working with Japanese Colleagues: 5 Cultural Insights

Understanding how Japanese employees are taught to behave can provide insight when directly managing Japanese employees or working with Japanese colleagues.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan Business Hours: When Shops, Banks, and Services Open

Business in Japan

March 6th, 2026

Japan Business Hours: When Shops, Banks, and Services Open

Get all the information about Japan’s business hours.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Koseki Tohon: What Is Japan’s Family Register System?

Life in Japan

February 27th, 2026

Koseki Tohon: What Is Japan’s Family Register System?

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

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