Sakura Mobile SIM Card & eSIM

A Fast, Large-Data Option to Stay Connected in Japan

  • 1-month minimum usage OK! (New JETs)
  • 5GB, 25GB, and 40GB Plans from 2,980 JPY/MO
  • docomo's fast 4G LTE network
  • Full English support 7 days a week
  • Online order and next day shipping
  • Japanese phone number
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So many reasons to love Sakura Mobile

  • 1. Affordable and Simple Plans

    Affordable and Simple Plans

    Sakura Mobile provides inexpensive plans with no hidden fees for all types of data users.

  • 2. Fast 5G/4G docomo Network

    FAST 4GLTE ON BIGGEST NETWORK

    We operate under docomo, the largest and most reliable network with the widest coverage area in Japan.

  • 3. Reliable English Support

    Reliable English Support

    From customer support to technical support, everything at Sakura Mobile is available in English.

  • 4. Online Order and Next Day Shipping
    Online eSIM Order and Delivery

    Online Order and Next Day Shipping

    We provide fast shipping within Japan. Order and activate your eSIM online. For those who have yet to arrive in Japan, airport pickup is also available.

  • 5. Various Payment Methods

    Various Payment Methods

    We accept credit cards issued outside of Japan, as well as cash payments at convenience stores.
    PAYMENT METHODS >

  • 6. No Annual Contract

    No Annual Contract

    We do not require an annual contract or long term commitment. You can terminate your contract any time.

JET SPECIAL OFFER

Line activation fee
5,000 JPY→100 JPY

5GB

2,980 JPY/mo
(3,278 JPY/mo, tax incl.)

25GB

3,980 JPY/mo
(4,378 JPY/mo, tax incl.)

40GB

4,980 JPY/mo
(5,478 JPY/mo, tax incl.)

New Features

Data rollover

If you didn’t use all of your data during the month, it will be automatically rolled over to the next one!

Month-to-Month Usage

Great news for incoming JETs: We have waived the 3-month minimum usage period!

All of our plans include

Voice/Data/Text (SMS)

docomo 4G network

Nationwide coverage

Free incoming calls

Online top up

eSIM now AVAILABLE!

  • Regular calling rates - For domestic calls: 22 JPY/30sec / For international calls: from 34.1 JPY/30sec.
  • Dial with International Sakura Dial app, you will receive a discounted rate of 16.5 JPY/30sec for domestic and international calls.
    Check details of calling rates >
  • SMS Rates - Domestic phone numbers: 5.5 JPY/message (160 alphabets), Oversea phone numbers: 55 JPY/ message. (160 alphabets)
  • *The prices listed above include tax.
100・200GB / MONTH

From 4,980 JPY

(From 5,478 JPY, tax incl.)

Perfect for those who need a good amount
of data at home and on-the-go

POCKET
WIFI
PLANS

  • Network
  • Coverage
  • Speed
  • Reliability
  • Good for

100GB

4,980 JPY /mo
(5,478 JPY/mo, tax incl.)
Activation fee
softbank
Network
Great
Tethering
Fast
Good
Good for
Watching video (YouTube, etc.)
Heavy web browsing

200GB

6,480 JPY /mo
(7,128 JPY/mo, tax incl.)
Activation fee
softbank
Network
Great
Tethering
Fast
Good
Good for
Watching videos / Playing online games
Heavy internet usage
  • Line activation fee for Pocket WiFi Plans: 5,500 JPY →110JPY
  • Please contact us if you need a Pocket WiFi device with over 200GB of data.
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How it works

  • Choose a Plan

    1. Choose a Plan

    Choose your plan. We have an
    option for both light (4 GB) and
    heavy (25 GB) users. You have
    the freedom to pick the one that
    fits your lifestyle best.

     

  • Pick up through Kyushu University

    2. Pick up at Orientation
    Hotel or Delivery

    Pick up at orientation hotel is the
    most popular & convenient for
    incoming JETs. Also, we deliver to
    residential addresses in Japan
    after you check out.

     

  • Use Your Own Devic

    3. Prepare your device

    You can use your existing phone
    (your phone needs to be
    unlocked). Our tech support team
    is experienced at handling non-
    Japanese phones.

    Check Compatibility

  • Insert SIM

    4. Insert SIM

    Once you insert the SIM card into
    your smartphone, the rest is
    easy! Set-up can be done in just
    5 minutes.

    Watch Video

  • Choose a Plan

    1. Choose a Plan

    Choose your plan. We have an
    option for both light (4 GB) and
    heavy (25 GB) users. You have
    the freedom to pick the one that
    fits your lifestyle best.

     

  • Pick up through Kyushu University

    2. Pick up at Orientation
    Hotel or QR code delivery

    Pick up QR code at orientation
    hotel is the most popular &
    convenient for incoming JETs.
    Also, we will send QR code
    via email after you check out.

     

  • Use Your Own Devic

    3. Prepare your device

    You can use your existing phone
    (your phone needs to be
    unlocked). Our tech support team
    is experienced at handling non-
    Japanese phones.

    Check Compatibility

  • QR code & Set up

    4. QR code & Set up

    Receive your QR code at the
    airport or via email and install
    the eSIM on your device.
    That’s it! Set up can be done
    in just a few minutes.

    Read PDF Instructions

    Android / iPhone

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See what our customers have to say

Review Title
Review Content
5.0 star rating 2020-07-31
100% satisfied
I found Sakura Mobile website by a normal Google search and since I had never used such a service before I was a bit apprehensive ...
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gpegoretti
5.0 star rating 2020-05-18
Easy to use and reliable
We used Sakura Mobile during my daughter’s 90 day exchange in rural Hokkaido. We ordered a pocket WiFi online and it was waiting f...
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melymoore
5.0 star rating 2020-05-18
Great customer service
Everything worked great. Really friendly customer service too. Will use again.
nicholas.cousins
5.0 star rating 2020-05-12
Excellent service
Thank you very much! Next trip I will take this pocket wifi again!
heartatackexo
5.0 star rating 2021-01-08
Great internet and easy to take around!
It was great to be able to use the pocket wifi and play online games on my computer while I was traveling. Since so many devices c...
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danielmpadron
5.0 star rating 2020-11-17
Thank you!
Thank you so much for the swift arrangement even I ordered it last minutes!
nagaki_ei7ace
5.0 star rating 2020-09-29
Ms. Kat
I was really happy with the service. I had a lot of questions before arriving. They answered the all questions I had and service w...
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ckbhquinn4
5.0 star rating 2020-08-14
Very good service. I browsed
Very good service. I browsed websites and watched Youtube without any problems. Very easy return. Only one issue was a Battery lif...
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fisher_tommy101
5.0 star rating 2020-08-04
Excellent English support and fast
Excellent English support and fast responses, I'll be recommending this to my friends in the future!
Vicky Z.
5.0 star rating 2020-07-31
100% satisfied
I found Sakura Mobile website by a normal Google search and since I had never used such a service before I was a bit apprehensive ...
Read More
gpegoretti
5.0 star rating 2020-05-18
Easy to use and reliable
We used Sakura Mobile during my daughter’s 90 day exchange in rural Hokkaido. We ordered a pocket WiFi online and it was waiting f...
Read More
melymoore
5.0 star rating 2020-05-18
Great customer service
Everything worked great. Really friendly customer service too. Will use again.
nicholas.cousins
5.0 star rating 2020-05-12
Excellent service
Thank you very much! Next trip I will take this pocket wifi again!
heartatackexo
5.0 star rating 2021-01-08
Great internet and easy to take around!
It was great to be able to use the pocket wifi and play online games on my computer while I was traveling. Since so many devices c...
Read More
danielmpadron
5.0 star rating 2020-11-17
Thank you!
Thank you so much for the swift arrangement even I ordered it last minutes!
nagaki_ei7ace
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FAQ

  • A SIM card is a small, transferrable chip that carries information within cellphones.

    You need a SIM card in order to be able to use your cellphone outside. Depending on the type of cellphone, you will need a different size of SIM card.

    There are three types: Standard, Micro, and Nano. At Sakura Mobile, we carry all three sizes, making it easy to get the right SIM card for your phone.

  • An eSIM (Embedded SIM) is a digital SIM cart that allows you to use a cellular plan from a telecommunications carrier without having to use a physical SIM. This feature is built into the device.

    Most recently released smartphones and devices, including iPhones, support eSIM plans. No physical SIM is required to use the internet.

    With eSIM plans, everything is done online and is quick and simple! Just order online and scan the eSIM QR code you receive, and you are good to go!

  • We provide affordable and simple plans and English customer support to make sure our customers have everything they need to enjoy their time in Japan.

  • Sakura Mobile lowers costs compared to competitors.

    We are an MVNO (Mobile Virtual Network Operator), meaning that we borrow lines from docomo.

    As such, we do not have to pay costs for network maintenance, new technological developments, etc., meaning that we can provide cheaper plans to customers.

  • Sakura Mobile uses only a part of docomo’s network, meaning that when too many people are using the same network at the same time, internet speeds will become slow.

    There are times of the day where the network is especially crowded, such as lunchtime (12 pm to 1 pm).

    Therefore, we recommend the three major carriers for those who want to enjoy continuous high-quality videos and playing games that use large amounts of data for long periods of time.

    There is no difference in the quality of phone calls between Sakura Mobile and other major phone companies.

  • Generally, as long as your device is unlocked (SIM-free) and can use eSIM, you should be able to use our eSIM.
    However, please keep in mind that depending on the device and settings, compatibility may vary. You can view our compatibility page for more information.

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Have any questions or concerns?

Please contact us if you would like to know more about our plans, pricing, or services.

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