If you’re ready to start your study abroad journey in Japan, particularly more than 3 months, pay attention!
Study Abroad in Japan (Part 1) – Before Leaving: What should I pack and prepare?
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If you’re ready to start your study abroad journey in Japan, particularly more than 3 months, pay attention!
Are you planning on making a trip to Japan?
While there, you’ll want seamless internet access to apps like WhatsApp, Google Maps, Google Translate, or Instagram without any issues.
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Do you know about SIM-Lock and SIM-Free smartphones? If your phone is bought from a carrier in Japan, there is a good chance the smartphone may be locked to the carrier. If so, the phone cannot be used with other network carriers (in Japan and overseas). But fear not! We will show you how to SIM-unlock a smartphone from au!
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Do you know about SIM-Lock and SIM-Free smartphones? If your phone is bought from a carrier in Japan, there is a good chance the smartphone may be locked to the carrier. If so, the phone cannot be used with other network carriers (in Japan and overseas). But fear not! We will show you how to SIM-unlock a smartphone from SoftBank!
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Do you know about SIM-Lock and SIM-Free smartphones? If your phone is bought from a carrier in Japan, there is a good chance the smartphone may be locked to the carrier. If so, the phone cannot be used with other network carriers (in Japan and overseas). But fear not! We will show you how to SIM-unlock a smartphone from docomo!
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ahamo is a phone service that is part of and operated by docomo in Japan, one of Japan’s top three cellular providers, and popular with Japanese people. However, with no English materials or support, little English information is available. We’re here to help!
Here is an English introduction to ahamo phone plans, including prices, the service, and how to begin applying. READ MORE
There are two international plans offered by AT&T that can be used in Japan.
Unfortunately, many of these options are quite expensive and difficult to recommend.
In this article, we will be breaking down each of AT&T’s international plans as well as introducing a more cost-effective option: prepaid SIM cards for Japan.
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Have you been thinking about using Google Fi in Japan?
If you are planning on it, that’s great, but Google Fi’s international plans are not for everyone.
There are many restrictions on how it can be used, and if you choose the wrong plan, it could end up being more expensive than you planned.
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There are three types of international plans offered by Verizon that you can use in Japan.
Unfortunately, the fact of the matter is that all of these options are quite expensive and difficult to recommend.
In this article, we will be breaking down each of Verizon’s international plans as well as introducing a more cost-effective and better-performance option: prepaid SIM cards for Japan.
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Are you thinking about using a T-Mobile international roaming plan during your trip to Japan?
Thankfully, some T-Mobile plans allow you to use your phone in Japan for no extra charge.
However, these plans also have some cons and are not for everyone. The connection speeds may be slow, or you may not have a lot of data to use while on your trip.
In this article, we will be explaining T-Mobile’s roaming plans for Japan in detail. This includes the connection speeds and coverage, pros and cons, and how to use the plans themselves.
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