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How to Freelance in Japan [Your Paperwork Checklist]

How to Freelance in Japan [Your Paperwork Checklist]

Interested in how to freelance in Japan as a foreigner? Specifically, what paperwork do you need to complete to make it official?
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan Tax Representative Form + How to Appoint a Tax Agent
Business in Japan, Properties & Akiyas December 25th, 2025

Japan Tax Representative Form + How to Appoint a Tax Agent

Learn who can be your tax representative in Japan, where to find the Japan tax representative form, and your FAQs about this role.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Virtual Offices in Japan, Explained [Updated 2026]

Virtual Offices in Japan, Explained [Updated 2026]

An A-to-Z guide of what to know up front before you make the switch.
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John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate
How To Pause Mail Delivery In Japan: A Fuzai Todoke Guide
Life in Japan, Japan Post December 11th, 2025

How To Pause Mail Delivery In Japan: A Fuzai Todoke Guide

Your fuzai todoke guide to pause your mail in Japan.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
How To Buy Land In Japan: What To Know To Build Your Home
Properties & Akiyas December 4th, 2025

How To Buy Land In Japan: What To Know To Build Your Home

Simplify how to buy land in Japan with his easy-to-understand guide.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Top 7 English-Speaking Real Estate Lawyers in Japan
Properties & Akiyas December 4th, 2025

Top 7 English-Speaking Real Estate Lawyers in Japan

Need help with all your real estate issues? These 7 English-speaking real estate lawyers have your back.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
How to Get Property Insurance in Japan for Foreigners
Properties & Akiyas November 21st, 2025

How to Get Property Insurance in Japan for Foreigners

Discover how non-resident foreign property owners can navigate Japan's property insurance system. Learn about fire and earthquake insurance, cost-saving tips, and more!
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Aguri Osada
Aguri Osada ライター
Can I Live In Japan If I Buy A House There? Residency Rules
Properties & Akiyas November 14th, 2025

Can I Live In Japan If I Buy A House There? Residency Rules

Can I live in Japan if I buy a house there? Learn about Japan’s visa requirements, residency rules, and tax obligations when buying a house.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Buying Real Estate in Japan: What to Know & Do
Business in Japan, Properties & Akiyas November 13th, 2025

Buying Real Estate in Japan: What to Know & Do

Can a non-Japanese purchase real estate in Japan? And more of your frequently asked questions.
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Tom Imura
Tom Imura Contributing Writer
Property Management Companies In Japan: A Quick Guide
Properties & Akiyas, Business in Japan November 13th, 2025

Property Management Companies In Japan: A Quick Guide

Find out which property management companies you should be using.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Top Subsidies for Startups in Japan: Essential Funding Opportunities (2026 Guide)
Money Matters in Japan November 13th, 2025

Top Subsidies for Startups in Japan: Essential Funding Opportunities (2026 Guide)

Discover Japan’s top startup subsidies in 2026, including grants, Tokyo subsidies, eligibility, how to apply, and essential FAQs.
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MailMate Japan
MailMate Japan MailMate Japan Team
Inaka Meaning: What 田舎 Means and What Life in Rural Japan Is Like (2026)
Life in Japan October 1st, 2025

Inaka Meaning: What 田舎 Means and What Life in Rural Japan Is Like (2026)

Explore the life charm and challenge of inaka Japan with this comprehensive guide.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Your Ultimate Guide To PayPay Japan For Going Cashless
Life in Japan August 25th, 2025

Your Ultimate Guide To PayPay Japan For Going Cashless

This PayPay Japan guide will teach you everything you need to know about this cashless payment option.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
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
Top 3 Virtual Mailbox Services for Japan

Top 3 Virtual Mailbox Services for Japan

Did you know? Virtual office addresses can be used for Japanese company incorporation. Plus, with virtual mail software—no Japanese required.  
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Finding The Best SIM Card For Japan As A Traveler & Resident
Life in Japan July 28th, 2025

Finding The Best SIM Card For Japan As A Traveler & Resident

Explore the best SIM card for Japan as a traveler or a resident.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
The 3 Best Pocket Wifi Japan Has to Offer and More
Out and About July 28th, 2025

The 3 Best Pocket Wifi Japan Has to Offer and More

Stay connected in Japan with any one of these best pocket wifi Japan has.
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
9 Best Online Business Ideas in Japan for 2026
Entrepreneurship in Japan July 7th, 2025

9 Best Online Business Ideas in Japan for 2026

Take a look at the top 9 online business ideas in Japan that you can start now!
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Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Best High-End Items in Japan You Didn’t Know You Needed
Out and About, Life in Japan June 10th, 2025

Best High-End Items in Japan You Didn’t Know You Needed

Discover the best high-end things to buy in Japan—from sweets and stationery to gadgets and skincare. Shop tax-free and explore the hidden gems!
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Aguri Osada
Aguri Osada ライター
Japanese Startups and Venture Companies to Watch in 2026

Japanese Startups and Venture Companies to Watch in 2026

A careful look at successful venture-backed companies and startups in Japan can help you grasp future industry trends and opportunities where markets are expected to grow. 
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John Cross
John Cross Founder of MailMate

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