14. SIM CARD AND POCKET WIFI

SIM CARD & POCKET WIFI

Stay Connected in Japan: SIM Card vs. Pocket Wi-Fi

To ensure seamless internet access in Japan, using a SIM card or eSIM is the best choice.

SIM Card & eSIM: The Most Convenient Options

📱 eSIM (for recent iPhones & compatible Androids)

• Best choice for flexibility and ease.

• Download an app like Ubigi, Holafly (5% discount with code TABIMAWARI), or Airalo before arriving.

• Activation takes minutes after purchase—connect immediately upon landing.

• Competitive prices and fast data speeds.

⚠️ Android Users:

• Not all Androids support eSIM. Check your phone’s settings before purchasing.

• If your device doesn’t support eSIM, wait until you arrive in Japan to buy a physical SIM card.

• Avoid buying SIMs at the airport (they are overpriced with limited plans).

• Instead, visit a Yodobashi Camera store in any major city and ask for a “travel SIM”—better value and larger data packages.

💡 Tip: Unsure what to ask for? Show store staff an example of a travel SIM on your phone. Show the staff this link for a clear example of what you’re looking for.

Why I Don’t Recommend Pocket Wi-Fi

🚫 Inconvenient & Unnecessary:
❌ You must carry it with you at all times.
❌ Needs charging, and losing it can result in high penalties.
❌ Requires pickup & return at designated locations (e.g., airport).
❌ Often slower than eSIM or SIM cards.

✅ SIM/eSIM is Better Because:
✔ Directly integrated with your phone—no extra device to manage.
✔ Faster speeds (direct connection to Japanese networks).
✔ More freedom to navigate, translate, and stay connected anywhere.

For the best experience in Japan, choose an eSIM or travel SIM and enjoy hassle-free connectivity! ✨📶

You have : Ubigi , Holafly (5% disocunt with my code TABIMAWARI), or Airalo, Saily.