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Japan's Advertising Laws: What You Ought to Know

Japan's Advertising Laws: What You Ought to Know

Selling anything in Japan? Here's what all business owners and marketers should know about Japan’s advertising laws and legal grey zones.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Owning a Dog in Japan: A Guide for Expats

Life in Japan

June 18th, 2026

Owning a Dog in Japan: A Guide for Expats

Japan's new microchip registration for pets, what to do if your dog has hurt others, dog run etiquette, and more.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Affiliate Marketing in Japan: The Ultimate Guide For Success

Marketing in Japan

June 18th, 2026

Affiliate Marketing in Japan: The Ultimate Guide For Success

Read everything you need to know about affiliate marketing in Japan here.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Nomikai in Japan Explained: A Simple Guide

Business in Japan

June 18th, 2026

Nomikai in Japan Explained: A Simple Guide

Learn more about Japanese nomikai with our simple guide.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Wild Animals in Japan: What Every Rural Property Owner Needs to Know

Properties & Akiyas

June 17th, 2026

Wild Animals in Japan: What Every Rural Property Owner Needs to Know

Rural Japan is home to bears, wild boar, deer, monkeys, and dozens of endemic species that regularly cross property boundaries. This guide covers the wild animals most likely to affect rural property in Japan, the damage they cause, human-wildlife coexistence strategies that work, and the legal framework every property owner needs to understand before buying or managing land in the Japanese countryside.
Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Japan's My Number Card and Residence Card Are Merging: What You Need to Do

Life in Japan

June 12th, 2026

Japan's My Number Card and Residence Card Are Merging: What You Need to Do

From June 2026, Japan's 4.12 million foreign residents can merge their residence card and My Number Card into one. Here's what you need to know.
Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Japan Market Segmentation: A Guide to Japan's Consumers

Japan Market Segmentation: A Guide to Japan's Consumers

Who should you be selling to in Japan? A mismatch or misunderstanding of your target market in Japan could be holding you back from clinching sales.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Real Estate Tax in Japan: An Easy, Quickstart Guide

Real Estate Tax in Japan: An Easy, Quickstart Guide

Here are the 4 types of real estate tax in Japan that you might encounter for your real estate investment.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Real Estate Investment in Japan: Benefits, Risks, Considerations

Properties & Akiyas

June 11th, 2026

Real Estate Investment in Japan: Benefits, Risks, Considerations

A quick look at why Japanese real estate has become increasingly popular with overseas investors.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Digital Marketing in Japan: An In-Depth Look for Businesses

Marketing in Japan

June 11th, 2026

Digital Marketing in Japan: An In-Depth Look for Businesses

Elevate your brand's presence by learning the ins and outs of digital marketing in Japan.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Amazon FBA Japan: The Complete Guide for Foreign Sellers

Amazon FBA Japan: The Complete Guide for Foreign Sellers

Amazon Japan has 550 million monthly visitors and far less foreign competition than Amazon US. Here's how to use FBA to reach them.
Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
English-Speaking Maid and House Cleaning Services in Tokyo

Life in Japan

June 11th, 2026

English-Speaking Maid and House Cleaning Services in Tokyo

Weekly housekeeping can refresh your place and give you one less thing to think about. Take a look at your options for the highest-rated and most reviewed English-speaking maid and house cleaning services in Tokyo. Bookmark this page to assist you in finding a service that fits your needs.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Divorce Rate in Japan: Statistics, Causes, and What Foreigners Need to Know

Life in Japan

June 10th, 2026

Divorce Rate in Japan: Statistics, Causes, and What Foreigners Need to Know

What the divorce rate in Japan really looks like in 2026 — plus a practical guide for foreigners navigating visa status, child custody, and what to do when a marriage ends in Japan.
Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
How to Use A Japanese Washing Machine: An Easy Guide

Life in Japan

June 5th, 2026

How to Use A Japanese Washing Machine: An Easy Guide

Learn how to use a Japanese washing machine to do laundry in Japan.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
4 Best Japan’s Taxi App For Foreigners To Use + Tips To Know

Life in Japan

June 4th, 2026

4 Best Japan’s Taxi App For Foreigners To Use + Tips To Know

Take a look at Japan's taxi app for foreigners to use to book a ride.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Top Japanese Countryside Locations To Find Akiya Homes

Properties & Akiyas

June 4th, 2026

Top Japanese Countryside Locations To Find Akiya Homes

Discover what the Japanese countryside has to offer and the available akiyas.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Trash in Japan, Garbage Collection Days, and More!

Trash in Japan, Garbage Collection Days, and More!

If you've just moved to Japan or recently relocated to a new city, a common issue you may face is how to deal with your trash.
Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
How To Top Up Suica Card & Other IC Cards: Plus Alternatives

Life in Japan

June 4th, 2026

How To Top Up Suica Card & Other IC Cards: Plus Alternatives

See the step-by-step guide on how to top up your Suica card.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
How to Use An Electric Scooter in Japan: LUUP Scooter & More

Life in Japan

June 4th, 2026

How to Use An Electric Scooter in Japan: LUUP Scooter & More

Travel around faster by using an electric scooter in Japan.
Tammy Dang
Tammy Dang Staff Writer
Why Japan's Fiscal Year Starts in April and What It Means for Foreign Business Owners

Business in Japan

June 4th, 2026

Why Japan's Fiscal Year Starts in April and What It Means for Foreign Business Owners

Japan's fiscal year runs April to March — and it affects everything from your tax deadlines to your staff's pay slips. Here's what every foreign business owner needs to know.
Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer

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