Tomoko Matsuoka

Managing Editor & Writer

Tomoko Matsuoka is a managing editor and writer for MailMate, Shoeboxed, 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.

Business in Japan, Life in Japan April 9th, 2026

Doda Report: Average Salary in Japan (2025 Update Based on Doda Data)

Think you know salaries in Japan? Find out if your hunch is right.

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

Life in Japan April 8th, 2026

How to Write a Japanese Address on an Envelope

Today, we’re covering just the essentials of what you need to know to confidently write to a colleague or mail in that form to the ward office.

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

Life in Japan, Japan Post April 3rd, 2026

Shipping from Japan to the US: 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 the US in a hurry.

Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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