When travelling to Japan, mobile WiFi data should be your last concern. Unfortunately, depending on which data provider you go with, you may just end up spending more time getting stressed out about saving data than worrying about choosing between sushi and ramen for lunch in Shibuya. Below are 7 great ways to make sure you keep your data for when you really need it! READ MORE
If you’re a tourist going to Japan and want to continue using your smartphone for surfing the web and making calls, you may already be considering going with a voice+data package. This type of plan seems straight forward, but what you may not know is that there is more than one option available for accessing your e-mails and calling your friends and family. If this sounds like what you need, be sure to read on and find out which voice+data option is best for you. READ MORE
Grace, a Los Angeles native who often finds herself journeying to Japan for shopping excursions, talks about her experiences with using a Sakura Mobile SIM card in Tokyo and how even she would have been lost without it. READ MORE
Shou Z., an American student who recently went on a solo, two-week trip to Japan for the first time, talks about his experience using Sakura Mobile pocket WiFi in Japan—and how it was the little things he encountered that provided the biggest memories. READ MORE
Japan has the 6th fastest Internet speed in the world with an average of 30 Mbps compared to the US average of 10 Mbps, fantastic news for anyone coming to the country for a visit. The portable WiFi in Japan is royally awesome! Here are ten reasons why you simply can’t live without it. READ MORE
As a tourist in Tokyo there is already a lot to see and do. However, to see a more traditional side of Japan with a more local flavor, many tourists travel from Kanto to Kansai and go from Tokyo to Osaka, Japan’s second largest city. If you would like to make the trip from Tokyo to Osaka, there are many transportation options available. READ MORE
Towering skyscrapers, countless Michelin-rated restaurants, and a public transport system that can’t be beat. Tokyo has always had just about everything and anything a city lover could ever want except for free WiFi. While it may be good to travel without Internet for a few days, allowing yourself to get “lost in translation,” it’s likely that cutting the proverbial digital umbilical cord will begin to take its toll as you start to crave all the apps you left behind and the Japanese-specific apps that make travel oh-so-much easier. If what we’ve described is a little too uncomfortable to imagine (or sounds absolutely terrifying), then we suggest you take the necessary measures of obtaining access to a Japanese WiFi network READ MORE
Just landed at Narita? Don’t waste time guessing the best way from Narita Airport to Tokyo.
This guide breaks down all your options—trains, buses, taxis, and more—with prices, travel times, and insider tips.
Whether you want fast, cheap, or stress-free, we’ll help you choose the right route in minutes.
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When traveling in Japan, staying connected is key. Whether you’re navigating the city, using translation apps, booking reservations, or just keeping up with social media, reliable mobile data is essential. Many tourists rely on data roaming, but it often comes with high fees or unpredictable service, leaving you scrambling to find a better option.
This article is here to help you find the best mobile data solution for your trip. We’ll focus on coverage and convenience so you can make an informed choice that keeps you connected without the stress. READ MORE
