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Information of Prepaid SIM Cards for Visitors to Japan
Information of Prepaid SIM Cards for Visitors to Japan

Below is a list of prepaid SIM cards available in Japan. Currently, almost all prepaid SIM cards are only for data communications and not for voice communications. Almost all prepaid SIM cards use the Japanese national carrier, NTT Docomo's wireless networks, so there is no significant difference in coverage areas between them. All the SIM cards listed below provide nearly 100% population coverage in Japan. Please note that the information below may not be the most up-to-date.



Information of Prepaid Data Only SIM Card for Visitors to Japan

Most of the prepaid SIM cards are provided by Japanese Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs). You can purchase these prepaid SIM cards at their stores, partner hotels, airport stores, partner electronics stores, partner discount stores, and online. You may need to show your passport when buying these SIM cards.



# SIM Name Provider Usable Period Price Maximum Speeds Speed Limits Start at Where to Buy
1 NTT Communications Prepaid SIM for JAPAN

NTT Communications 7days
14days
c.¥3,200
c.¥3,800
788Mbps 100MB/Day
2 IIJ mio JAPAN Travel SIM

IIJ mio 30 days (1GB)
3 months (2GB)
c.¥2,700
c.¥4,100
300Mbps No daily limits
3 So-net Prepaid LTE SIM

So-net 30 days (1.2GB)
30 days (2.4GB)
60 days (3.2GB)
c.¥3,000
c.¥4,000
c.¥5,000
300Mbps No daily limits
4 b-mobile VISITOR SIM 5GB / 21Days Prepaid

b-mobile 10 days(5GB)
21 days(7GB)
c.¥2,000
c.¥3,000
225Mbps No daily limits
5 Rakuten Mobile Prepaid SIM

Rakuten Mobile 30 days (1GB)
90 days (2GB)
c.¥3,200
c.¥4,300
262.5Mbps No daily limits
6 Wi-Ho! Prepaid SIM

Telecom Square 7 days (2GB)
30 days (5GB)
c.¥4,100
c.¥6,000
150Mbps No daily limits
7 BIGLOBE NINJA SIM

BIGLOBE 30 days (3GB)
30 days (7GB)
c.¥5,300
c.¥8,300
682Mbps No daily limits
8 BOJ mobile Prepaid SIM

Beauty of Japan 7 days
15 days
c.¥3,700
c.¥4,300
150Mbps 200MB/Day
9 U Mobile Prepaid

U-NEXT 7 days
15 days
c.¥2,000
c.¥3,500
375Mbps 220MB/Day
10 SoftBank Prepaid SIM for Travel

SoftBank 31 days (3GB) c.¥6,500 N/A No daily limits



Information



Japan Data SIM Card (Disposable)
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Physical SIM Card:

  • Form Factor: A small, removable card that is inserted into a slot in your phone or other device.
  • Switching Devices: To switch to a new device, you need to physically remove the SIM card from your old device and insert it into the new one.
  • Availability: Widely used and supported by most phones and carriers.
  • Multiple SIMs: Some phones offer dual SIM slots, allowing you to use two physical SIM cards simultaneously.

How to Set Up in Android devices:

  • Remove the IC chip part of the SIM Card in the required size. Turn off your device, insert the SIM Card and turn on the device again.
  • Go to the Settings app on your Android phone. Look for and tap on "Network & Internet" or "Connections".
  • Tap on "Mobile network" or "Cellular networks". Tap on "Advanced" (if present), then tap on "Access Point Names" or "APNs".
  • Tap on the "+" or "Add" button. This will open a new form where you can enter the APN details.
  • Enter the required APN settings provided by us. After entering all the required details, tap on the Menu button (usually three dots or lines) and select "Save".
  • Go back to the list of APNs and select the new APN you just created. To ensure the new settings take effect, restart your Android phone.

How to Set Up in iOS devices:

  • Remove the IC chip part of the SIM Card in the required size. Turn off your device, insert the SIM Card and turn on the device again.
  • Connect to the internet via Wi-Fi. Open the URL provided by us in Safari on your iPhone.
  • A prompt will appear asking if you want to allow the download of the profile. Tap "Allow".
  • After the profile is downloaded, you will see a notification that says "Profile Downloaded". Tap on this notification, or go to Settings > General > Profile (or "Profile & Device Management").
  • Tap on the downloaded profile, then tap "Install" in the upper right corner. You may be prompted to enter your passcode. Tap "Install" again if a confirmation message appears. Finally, tap "Done" to complete the installation.
  • To ensure the new settings take effect, restart your iPhone.
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eSIM (Embedded SIM):

  • Form Factor: A small chip embedded directly into the device, not removable.
  • Switching Devices: Switching to a new device can be done electronically by activating the eSIM profile on the new device. No physical card needs to be moved.
  • Activation: Activated via software. You typically scan a QR code provided by your carrier or use an app to download the eSIM profile.
  • Flexibility: Allows for easier switching between carriers without needing a new SIM card. Useful for frequent travelers or those who need to switch networks often.

How to Set Up:

  • We will email you an activation URL after your order. Follow the activation URL and select "Issue activation code".
  • Your activation code should be created within 15 minutes.
  • Once it has been successfully created, your activation code will appear at the top of the screen.
  • Press the QR code button and scan QR code from the device you want to install eSIM.
  • After installation, check your connection settings. If using an Android device, you will need to set up the APN manually.
  • Select "Access Point Name" under the eSIM that you have downloaded. Add the eSIM access point name (the APN name) here by tapping the + in the top right of the screen.
  • Enter the APN information provided to the Access Point Name information.



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