Updated: 2024-09-12 02:26:12
We would like to provide a detailed explanation of key points to confirm before purchasing an eSIM that can be used in Japan, specifically for those planning to travel to Japan. Understanding these points will help ensure a smooth introduction of the eSIM and support you in selecting the appropriate plan and setting it up.
To use an eSIM in Japan, your smartphone must be compatible with eSIM. Not all devices support eSIM, so it is important to check beforehand whether your smartphone is compatible. While the latest models like iPhone and Google Pixel are often compatible, some models may not be.
Open your phone's dialer.
Dial *#06#.
A screen with information will appear. If your phone is eSIM-compatible, you will see an EID number listed.
In Japan, multiple carriers offer eSIM services, and each provides different plans and services. The major telecom carriers are NTT docomo, au (KDDI), SoftBank, and Rakuten Mobile. Each offers various services based on their respective networks.
If you're staying in major cities like Tokyo, Osaka, or Nagoya, any network should work fine without connectivity issues.
Popular tourist destinations like Hokkaido and Okinawa are famous for their scenic beauty, but if you venture away from densely populated areas, you may experience a lack of connectivity. Networks like docomo, SoftBank, and KDDI tend to work even in less populated areas. Particularly, docomo's network has wide coverage, so choosing a plan based on the docomo network should ensure reliable connectivity.
An eSIM using the docomo network covers a wide area in Japan.
The docomo network is recommended for those who visit various places.
As a general guide, using around 1GB per day should be sufficient. However, if you plan on doing a lot of research or watching videos during your trip, you might want to consider a plan with a larger data capacity.
Usage | Approximate Usage for 1GB |
---|---|
Browsing websites | About 3,000 pages |
LINE voice calls | About 50 hours |
Watching videos (medium quality) | About 4 hours |
Playing music (standard quality) | About 17 hours |
We offer various plans to suit your needs, so please take a look and choose the one that best fits your travel plans.
Validity Period:8 days
Price:3200 JPY
Network : docomo
Validity Period:16 days
Price:3900 JPY
Network : docomo
Validity Period:31 days
Price:4900 JPY
Network : docomo
Validity Period:91 days
Price:10800 JPY
Network : docomo