Towering skyscrapers, countless Michelin-rated restaurants, and a public transport system that can’t be beat. Tokyo has always had just about everything and anything a city lover could ever want except for free WiFi. While it may be good to travel without Internet for a few days, allowing yourself to get “lost in translation,” it’s likely that cutting the proverbial digital umbilical cord will begin to take its toll as you start to crave all the apps you left behind and the Japanese-specific apps that make travel oh-so-much easier. If what we’ve described is a little too uncomfortable to imagine (or sounds absolutely terrifying), then we suggest you take the necessary measures of obtaining access to a Japanese WiFi network READ MORE

In general, when choosing a data SIM carrier there are many things to consider such as pricing, speed, and which provider can get you a deal on the latest model of your favorite phone. But for foreign travelers in Japan who are likely to visit a wide range or locales in a short period of time, one factor tends to outweigh the rest coverage. But which of the big three carriers offers the best coverage: NTT Docomo, Softbank, or AU? The answer is you have a choice, Docomo or Softbank, and here’s why… READ MORE