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SIM cards, Wi-Fi, phone contracts, fees, cancellation rules, and language support.
Mobile contracts in Japan can be difficult when plan pages, cancellation rules, and support desks are mainly in Japanese. Start by checking whether you need a phone number, how long you will stay, which payment methods are accepted, and whether support is available after signup.
Use this category as a decision path: understand the basics, prepare documents and costs, compare options, then confirm the final checklist.
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Read moreService checks
These service notes are not rankings. Use them to confirm language support, documents, fees, and cancellation rules on the official site.
| Service | Languages | Suitable for | Check before applying | Official site |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mobal Japan SIMChecked: 2026-06-11 | English | New arrivals who need English support | Check the official plan page for current setup costs, monthly fees, and data limits. | Confirm conditions |
| Sakura MobileChecked: 2026-06-11 | English, Chinese | People who want support in English or Chinese | Check the latest fees, campaign rules, device costs, and delivery fees on the official site. | Confirm conditions |
| GTN MobileChecked: 2026-06-11 | English, Chinese, Vietnamese, Tagalog, Nepali | Residents who need multilingual support | Check current monthly fees, initial fees, and supported payment methods. | Confirm conditions |
