In order to enjoy your trip to Japan to the fullest, you are going to need to get a SIM card soon after you arrive at Narita Airport.
However, there are many different providers that you could choose from, all with different plans and prices.
Upon arriving at Narita Airport, the following questions might come up:
Have you just moved into a new apartment? And has your landlord just recommended internet services by J:COM (J:COM NET) to you?
If the apartment that you will move into or just moved into already has J:COM NET, you may be able to use the internet within a week of moving in, which is pretty fast compared to the average wait times from the big carriers.
On the other hand, there are some bad reviews about J:COM NET online. This article will provide an overview of J:COM’s internet service, its advantages and disadvantages, real reviews from Japanese people, and a comparison with other providers.
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Y!mobile is a low-cost smartphone carrier from SoftBank that has been in operation since 2014. It was born from a merger between two phone carrier brands, eAccess, and Willcom.
You’ve probably seen one of Y!mobile’s 850+ stores throughout Japan, and some of you may be interested in their service. However, as the majority of their website is in Japanese, we decided to write this English guide.
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Photos courtesy of Nasuonsen Sanraku (top right) and Nasu Tourism Association
Nasu Onsen is an area located in the mountains of Tochigi Prefecture. Boasting different types of hot springs and all sorts of tourist attractions, Nasu Onsen is known among locals as a peaceful and relaxing getaway area. In this article, we will be providing you with a complete guide to the Nasu Onsen area.
This guide will include our recommended lodges for staying in Nasu, the best places to eat, and our favorite locations for sightseeing.
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Photos courtesy of Nguyen TP Hai on Unsplash (top left) and Kusatsu Onsen Hotel Sakurai
Kusatsu Onsen is one of the three most famous hot springs in Japan and is a popular spot frequented by both locals and international travelers. To help first-time visitors to Japan enjoy Kusatsu Onsen 120% more, the Sakura Mobile Blog Team has created a complete guide to Kusatsu Onsen.
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Hakone is a famous onsen town, known for its hot spring water and fresh air, located only 80 minutes away from Shinjuku Station (Tokyo).
If you want to experience traditional Japanese culture while staying within a few hours of the city, put a trip to Hakone on your itinerary when you visit Tokyo.
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Are you in need of a Japanese SIM card? Have you thought about signing up for NTT docomo’s phone plans?
NTT docomo is one of the three largest phone carriers in Japan. You’ve probably seen one of their stores while walking around the streets of Tokyo.
Many people think because the company is so prominent in Japan, they’ll be set if they sign up with docomo. That may not be the case.
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Are you interested in docomo Hikari?
docomo Hikari is an internet service that is popular among those who use smartphones from docomo.
However, the website is completely in Japanese, so you might be struggling to understand the specifics of the service and contract.
In this article, we will be going over everything you need to know about docomo Hikari (connection speeds, prices, English support, installation process, customer reviews, etc.).
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Setting up home internet in Japan can be a hassle!
When setting up regular fiber internet in Japan, you will probably have to let some construction workers into your place for so they can run the fiber optic wires through your walls. You may have to take the weekday off, or spend extra so they can install it on the weekend.
Also, from when you order home internet, it could take up to 2 months for the installation team to make it to your residence, and even longer if you live outside the metropolitan area. That means it will probably take a while before you’ll be able to use your super-fast fiber-optic internet.
For these reasons, SoftBank has released a new service called SoftBank Air to help relieve the hassle. In this article, we will explain what their new service is, translate some reviews, and tell you how to apply.
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Need to open a bank account? You need a Japanese phone number. Planning on renting an apartment? You need a Japanese phone number. Signing up for some Japanese services or purchasing concert tickets? Believe it or not, you need a Japanese phone number.
We highly recommend getting a Japanese phone number if you are moving to Japan for work, school, etc., and will live there for three months or more.
A common misconception is that, while messaging apps like LINE and WhatsApp are popular in Japan, some may think a Japanese phone number is unnecessary. However, having a Japanese phone number is essential for numerous things in Japan and can make life much harder without one.