Cell phones & Internet
There are various options to have a cell phone in Japan, such as signing a new contract with a major cell phone carrier, buying a SIM card or renting a mobile Wi-Fi.
Major Cell Phone Carriers in Japan
We have 3 major cell phone carriers in Japan. You can find instructions on how to sign up for a cell phone in the webpages below.
The following documents are required to sign up:
- ID card with a photo (Residence Card)
- ATM card or passbook of Japanese bank
- Cash or credit card for purchasing a cell phone
SIM card
To purchase a general SIM card needs a contract procedure, and you usually pay the bill with a credit card or bank transfer. On the other hand, a prepaid SIM card can be easily purchased at convenience stores or airports, etc. though there is a limit to the amount of data.
Nagoya University Co-op provides NU international students with mobile SIM card deals. More information here.
