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.

City Planning Tax in Japan: What to Know and How to Pay

Properties & Akiyas, Money Matters in Japan February 13th, 2026

City Planning Tax in Japan: What to Know and How to Pay

According to the Ministry of Internal Affairs and Communications, 642 of Japan's 1,719 municipalities require property owners to pay city planning taxes.

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Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

My Number Card for Foreigners in Japan: A Quick Start Guide

Life in Japan February 6th, 2026

My Number Card for Foreigners in Japan: A Quick Start Guide

Learn how to apply for a My Number Card in English when living in Japan.

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Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

The Total Guide to Company Formation in Japan

Business in Japan, Essential Checklists for Life in Japan January 23rd, 2026

The Total Guide to Company Formation in Japan

The key decisions to make pre-paperwork, common pitfalls to avoid, and a step-by-step checklist to guide you on your journey.

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Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer

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