For foreigners visiting Japan: What should you do about WiFi when traveling to Japan?

When we conducted a survey of foreigners traveling to Japan asking what problems they had while traveling, the second most cited problem was the WiFi situation.

In this article, we will introduce three recommended ways to use the Internet in Japan.

What is WiFi?

WiFi refers to short-range communication technology that connects devices to the Internet. It is characterized by connecting to the Internet wirelessly, and can only be used within the range where radio waves can reach.

How to connect to WiFi in Japan

When traveling to Japan, if you are not connected to WiFi, you will not be able to watch videos or search for things you want to know.

To solve such problems, we will introduce three ways to connect to WiFi and use data in Japan.

1.Purchase prepaid SIM card

A prepaid SIM card is a SIM card that can be purchased from a carrier and used by paying a fee in advance.

Users pay a certain amount of communication charges in advance and can make calls and data communications within that charge.

Prepaid SIM cards usually have an expiration date and may expire if not used within a certain period of time. It is popular among foreigners, short-term residents, and users who want to avoid contracts.

Prepaid SIM cards are sold in many places in Japan.

The main locations include the following:

• Convenience store (7-Eleven, Lawson, Family Mart, etc.)

•Electronic product stores (Yodobashi Camera, Bic Camera, etc.)

-Telecommunications carrier stores (NTT Docomo, Softbank, KDDI, etc.)

•Shops in the airport arrival lobby

2.Use Free WiFi

Free public Wi-Fi is available in many places in Japan.

Main locations include stations, airports, tourist spots, shopping malls, cafes, and public facilities.

However, some public Wi-Fi may require registration or login to use. Also, please note that speed and stability vary depending on the environment and provider.

When connecting to the Internet on the go, check to see if there is free Wi-Fi nearby and check the terms of service to use it safely.

3.Use rental WiFi

WiFi rental is a service where you rent a portable WiFi router for a set period of time (usually days or weeks).

This WiFi router is a device that connects to the Internet using mobile data communication, and is usually small enough to be portable. Users can use the WiFi router to connect devices such as smartphones, tablets, and laptops to the Internet during the rental period. It is one of the convenient ways for foreigners to access the Internet in the country they are traveling to.

It is relatively easy for foreigners to use rental WiFi in Japan.

The main methods are as follows.

1. Online reservation

Many rental WiFi service providers accept reservations online. You can make a reservation online in advance and pick it up at a designated location.

2. Airport rental

In the arrival lobby of the airport, there are booths and counters offering rental WiFi services. Upon arrival, you can complete the necessary procedures and rent a WiFi router.

3. Telecommunication carrier store

The stores of Japan's major telecommunications carriers (NTT Docomo, Softbank, KDDI, etc.) also offer WiFi router rental services. There are also stores at major stations and shopping malls, so you can complete the procedures there.

4. Hotels and tourist information centers

Some hotels and tourist information centers may offer WiFi router rental services. Please check with your accommodation or tourist information center.

When using rental WiFi, be sure to carefully check the fees, terms of use, return methods, etc., and choose a plan that suits your needs.

summary

How was that. WiFi is an essential communication technology for modern travel. By using the methods we have introduced here, you will be able to enjoy your trip comfortably. I hope everyone has a good trip.

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