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Japanese Toilet Upgrade Guide for Akiya Owners: Wastewater Systems, Costs, and What to Check Before You Buy
Life in Japan June 26th, 2026

Japanese Toilet Upgrade Guide for Akiya Owners: Wastewater Systems, Costs, and What to Check Before You Buy

Planning to upgrade the toilet in your akiya? Whether your property has a kumitori pit, a joukasou tank, or municipal sewage, this guide explains what it means for your renovation and what you should expect to pay.
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Yuriko Matsuoka
Yuriko Matsuoka Staff Writer
Japanese Neighborhood Associations: A Guide for Expats
Life in Japan June 25th, 2026

Japanese Neighborhood Associations: A Guide for Expats

Should you join one? What will happen if you don’t? We cover what to know as a renter or property owner in Japan.
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Tomoko Matsuoka
Tomoko Matsuoka Managing Editor & Writer
Japan Post Bank Branch Code: Everything You Need to Know
Business in Japan, Life in Japan June 25th, 2026

Japan Post Bank Branch Code: Everything You Need to Know

Need to send money through Japan Post Bank? Learn everything about branch codes, where to find them, and how to use them correctly to avoid transaction issues!
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MailMate Team  Executive Updates