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Half-Width vs. Full-Width: A Tale of Two Characters
Business in Japan, Life in Japan August 8th, 2025

Half-Width vs. Full-Width: A Tale of Two Characters

The origin story of Japan’s half-width 半角 and full-width 全角 characters, the current state of affairs, and where to go from here. Hold on for a wild ride. 
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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
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 Expat at Mailmate