SIMs and phone plans
MNP in Japan: switch carrier and keep your number
MNP in Japan lets you switch carrier and keep your number for free online. One-stop switching, reservation numbers, fees and keeping your number when you leave.
SIMs and phone plans
Mobile plans and SIMs a foreign resident can sign up for, what ID and payment they accept, and how to switch carrier.
SIMs and phone plans
Phone contract in Japan as a foreigner: documents, payment and installments
A phone contract in Japan as a foreigner needs a residence card, usually a passport and enough time left on your stay. Payment and installment rules by carrier.
SIMs and phone plans
SIM card in Japan for foreigners: 10 resident plans compared
Best SIM card in Japan for foreigners without a Japanese credit card: Sakura Mobile, Mobal and GTN take foreign cards or cash. Prices, ID rules and scores.