Tomoko Matsuoka
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.
Virtual Offices in Tokyo: A Guide to the Best Options in 2026
Business in Japan December 26th, 2025

Virtual Offices in Tokyo: A Guide to the Best Options in 2026

Here’s our shortlist of the very best virtual office options in Tokyo.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
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

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