Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita
Community Specialist
Amy Yamashita is a community specialist at Mailmate.jp.
Employees’ Health Insurance in Japan, Explained (2026)
Business in Japan, Life in Japan August 12th, 2026

Employees’ Health Insurance in Japan, Explained (2026)

Are you obligated to cover health insurance for your Japanese employees? Here’s what every business owner ought to know about employees’ health insurance in Japan. 
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Top Yoga Tokyo Studios with English Instructors in 2026
Life in Japan January 31st, 2025

Top Yoga Tokyo Studios with English Instructors in 2026

From establishing a mindfulness practice to relieving anxiety and improving muscle tone, yoga’s benefits are manifold. If you have been curious about options for English-friendly yoga in Tokyo, we have a selection for you.  
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
10 Best Instagram Accounts for #JapanLife Nerds
Out and About, Life in Japan January 31st, 2025

10 Best Instagram Accounts for #JapanLife Nerds

From Instagram accounts that offer a window into life in Japan to Instagrammers who provide comedic relief, we have you covered. Check out 10 of our faves!
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Trusted Bilingual Legal Offices for SME In Tokyo

Trusted Bilingual Legal Offices for SME In Tokyo

Finding trustworthy bilingual legal assistance is an essential step if you are setting up a company in Japan. If you are looking for legal help for your small-to-medium-sized business, this article lists trusted bilingual legal offices for SME in Tokyo. 
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
11 Useful Manga for Anyone Preparing to Work in Japan
Life in Japan, Business in Japan November 15th, 2021

11 Useful Manga for Anyone Preparing to Work in Japan

Here are 11 manga loved by Japanese for their depiction of Japanese work life. 
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Blockchain Startups and Companies in Japan to Watch

Blockchain Startups and Companies in Japan to Watch

Japan’s blockchain industry is thriving. So which blockchain startups and companies are experts paying attention to? 
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Notable Japanese on Strategic Thinking, Fighting Limitations, and More 
Life in Japan July 14th, 2021

Notable Japanese on Strategic Thinking, Fighting Limitations, and More 

Famous Japanese on thinking like a shogi player, fighting limitations, programming as a key to good communication, and other timeless themes.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Japanese Marketing Strategy from July to September

Japanese Marketing Strategy from July to September

So you want to run an online campaign like a Japanese marketing pro? Here are 5 case studies that might spark your next social media promo and get more engagement for your business.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Your Company's Phone Number: Who Answers It?  

Your Company's Phone Number: Who Answers It?  

In Japan, a recent survey shows customers have a distinct preference for speaking to a real person. Here's what that means for your Japan-based company or service.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
I Tried a VA Service—Here’s What Happened
Virtual Assistants in Japan January 18th, 2021

I Tried a VA Service—Here’s What Happened

Ever wonder what the virtual assistant experience is like? How does it feel to have all your to-dos being taken care of? Does it really make a difference to overall feelings of well-being? To better explain the experience, a member of our team hired an independent virtual assistant for research purposes and to help describe what it was like to outsource her to-do list. Here’s what happened... 
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
How to Open a Consultation Service in Japan: 2 Crucial Hurdles to Clear

How to Open a Consultation Service in Japan: 2 Crucial Hurdles to Clear

Thinking of opening a consultation service in Tokyo? The good news is there are no requirements outside of the regular procedures for opening a business in Japan. However, how successful your business will be will depend on some key factors.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
2020’s Subsidies to Support and Expand Your Business in Japan
Business in Japan December 9th, 2020

2020’s Subsidies to Support and Expand Your Business in Japan

Many foreign entrepreneurs with fledgling businesses in Japan are unaware of the business subsidy programs they could apply to because the information is primarily in Japanese on government websites. Today, we are listing the subsidies that are still open for applications—but pay attention because a few of these have deadlines that are fast approaching!
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Everything You Need to Know About the JR East Welcome Pass
Out and About October 30th, 2020

Everything You Need to Know About the JR East Welcome Pass

The JR Welcome Pass presents its most fabulous deal thus far, with its latest JR EAST Welcome Rail Pass 2020 campaign. This pass allows you to explore the Tohoku and Shinetsu regions of Japan at a fantastic price point of unlimited use for 3 consecutive days for ¥12,000.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Where to Get Your 2020 Flu Vaccine Shot in Tokyo
Life in Japan October 23rd, 2020

Where to Get Your 2020 Flu Vaccine Shot in Tokyo

We have compiled a list of places with English-speaking medical staff where you can get the flu vaccine shot in Tokyo.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
5 of Our Favorite COVID-Safe Halloween Ideas for Tokyo 2020
Life in Japan October 19th, 2020

5 of Our Favorite COVID-Safe Halloween Ideas for Tokyo 2020

We’ve gathered a selection of our favorite Halloween-themed dining, drinks, accommodations, and more for creating a memorable Halloween in Tokyo — all while staying safe yourself and keeping your party friends safe, too.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
What Is a Virtual Assistant? (And Why You Need One)
Virtual Assistants in Japan August 20th, 2020

What Is a Virtual Assistant? (And Why You Need One)

Can't afford to hire a full-time assistant or office manager for your business? Outsourcing to a virtual assistant can set your business up for success. Read more to discover how.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Tokyo Clinics Where You Can Take the COVID-19 Antibody Test
Life in Japan August 13th, 2020

Tokyo Clinics Where You Can Take the COVID-19 Antibody Test

In this article, we'll cover the certified and accredited clinics where you can conveniently take the COVID-19 antibody test if you're a foreigner residing in or visiting Tokyo.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist
Who We Are: The TokyoMate Story 
Virtual Assistants in Japan August 3rd, 2020

Who We Are: The TokyoMate Story 

We’re obsessed with customer service. We’re in love with tech solutions that push Japan into the future. Above all, we are whole-heartedly dedicated to making it easier for you to live, work, and do business in Japan.
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Amy Yamashita
Amy Yamashita Community Specialist

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