Japan Travel SIM
The best Japan tourist SIM
Sakura Mobile Japan Travel SIM has well-selected features for your smooth and convenient travel in Japan.
With our SIM, all you need to do is enjoy your trip!
Unlimited data
Our unlimited data SIM/eSIM has no cut-offs or extra charges. Stay connected throughout your trip!
Fully online
Start using your SIM upon arrival to Japan! Pick up your physical SIM in the airport or get eSIM online in just 5 minutes.
Secure payment
We accept credit cards issued outside of Japan. PayPal is also accepted.
English support
Everything is available in English, including technical support.
Why choose Sakura Mobile?
Best Networks in Japan
Sakura Mobile operates under NTT docomo and au networks, two of Japan's most widely used networks.They are constantly developing their solid network throughout the country. Stay connected in every part of Japan.
Chosen by travelers
We are one of the top wireless service providers for your Japan trip.
We consider ourself as a service provider, not a sim card seller. So, our goal is to provide reliable internet during your trip.
Let us work in our field, and enjoy your time in Japan.
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eSIM or physical SIM card?
Choose what fits your travel plans.
eSIM is a virtual version of a physical SIM card, that is embedded into your device.
Quick to buy and easy to install. eSIM can be used in any compatible unlocked
mobile phone, tablet, smart watch, etc.
Travel eSIM
Travel physical SIM
Sakura Mobile vs. Other Japanese Services
See what makes Sakura Mobile stand out from the competition.
We compared Sakura Mobile's offerings and service to other Japanese mobile providers.
| Service | Service Spec | Customer Support | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plan | Price | English support | Trouble Support | |
| Sakura Mobile |
eSIM / SIM card
Unlimited
No FUP for 5G eSIM |
Reasonable
|
Great
· Well trained, professional
in-house support staff · Various support methods: |
Yes
You may upgrade to a Pocket WiFi
if you have problems with the SIM card/eSIM |
| Japan Airport Counters |
SIM card
3GB / 10GB / Unlimited
Fair Usage Policy (FUP) |
Expensive
|
Good
· Mostly outsourced to
third-party companies · Phone only: |
No
For any reason, the SIM card (eSIM)
is not refundable |
| Japanese Stores |
SIM card
1GB / 3GB / 5GB
Fair Usage Policy (FUP) |
Cheap
|
Not Good
· Japanese only
|
No
For any reason, the SIM card (eSIM)
is not refundable |
Price Plans
Select Start Date and End Date to see your price options
(Prices below do not include tax)
4G Unlimited SIM card 5 days
4G Unlimited SIM card 8 days
4G Unlimited SIM card 12 days
4G Unlimited SIM card 15 days
4G Unlimited SIM card 21 days
4G Unlimited SIM card 30 days
4G Unlimited SIM card 45 days
4G Unlimited SIM card 60 days
4G Unlimited SIM card 90 days
- *4G Unlimited data plans come with a Fair Usage Policy (FUP) to manage network resources.
This means you won't be disconnected based on usage, however, your speed will be limited after using 3 GB of data per day.
For fixed Data Plans, please check our available Fixed Data Plans here.
Unlimited data (FUP*)5 days
(3,850 JPY, tax incl.)
Unlimited data (FUP*)8 days
(4,950 JPY, tax incl.)
Unlimited data (FUP*)12 days
(6,270 JPY, tax incl.)
Unlimited data (FUP*)15 days
(7,150 JPY, tax incl.)
Unlimited data (FUP*)21 days
(8,415 JPY, tax incl.)
Unlimited data (FUP*)30 days
(9,900 JPY, tax incl.)
Unlimited data (FUP*)45 days(30 days + 15 days)
(15,950 JPY, tax incl.)
Unlimited data (FUP*)60 days(30 days + 30 days)
(17,600 JPY, tax incl.)
Unlimited data (FUP*)90 days(30 days + 30 days + 30 days)
(26,400 JPY, tax incl.)
- *Unlimited data plans come with a Fair Usage Policy (FUP) to manage network resources. This means you won't be disconnected based on usage, however, your speed will be limited after using 2 GB of data per day.
How to order and activate eSIM
1. Order
First, book your eSIM by choosing your usage dates in the calendar above.
2. Check e-mail
An e-mail will be sent to you right after your order is completed. Please access the QR code from the link inside the e-mail.
3. Activate
Use QR code and install the eSIM. You will then be able to use it immediately.
How to activate
A WiFi connection is required when activating your eSIM.
1. Order
First, book your SIM card by choosing your usage dates in the calendar above.
2. Shipment
We ship according to your pick up date (usually, it’s 3 days prior pick up date). Your item will be delivered a night before you arrive at your pick up place.
3. Pick up
You can pick it up at various places in Japan including Airport / hotel / local post offices / residential addresses.
How to activate
No activation is needed for our data SIM cards. Just open the package, insert the SIM (SIM pin included!), and set up the APN. Don’t worry — it takes less than a minute!
Reviews from customers
FAQ
5G Unlimited eSIM
Our 5G eSIM offers truly unlimited data with no limits! Enjoy fast unlimited data while in Japan.
* Although eSIM data is unlimited, there are hotspot data usage limits that vary depending on the purchased plan. If you will use the eSIM to create a hotspot, please be sure to check the hotspot data usage for the plan you purchase.
4G Unlimited eSIM
Our 4G/LTE unlimited eSIM provides up to 3GB per day of high-speed data. After this, you can use unlimited low-speed data.
4G Unlimited SIM Card
Our 4G/LTE unlimited eSIM provides up to 2GB per day of high-speed data. After this, you can use unlimited low-speed data.
For 5G eSIMs: You can install the eSIM profile before arriving in Japan. Your plan will activate automatically once you enter the country.
For 4G eSIMs: Please install the eSIM profile after you arrive in Japan.
We sometimes see occasional errors when the eSIM is installed outside of Japan.
Also, please note that the day you install our eSIM will be the day that rental period starts.
- If you purchase the eSIM before you arrive in Japan, then we will recommend you to install the eSIM on the day of arrival, as this will be the 1st day of the 10 days period.
- If you purchase the eSIM when you are in Japan, you can install it anytime depending on your needs, and that day will be the 1st day of the 10 days period.
- * e.g.Installing the eSIM at 00:00 on January 1 means you can use the eSIM until 23:59 on January 10.
- * e.g.Installing the eSIM at 23:59 on January 1 means you can use the eSIM until 23:59 on January 10.
Important information regarding the eSIM installation.
- You will need a stable internet/WiFi connection when installing the eSIM profile.
- The eSIM can only be installed once. Please DO NOT delete/remove your eSIM from your device after the successful installation.
No, you cannot make direct phone calls or send SMS text messages. Our travel eSIM plans provide data only.
Telephone services such as Texts (SMS) and calls are not possible using a Data-only eSIM.
However, you can use internet connection-based calls and messages (i.g. WhatsApp, Messenger, Instagram, LINE, etc.) Or, if you are using an iPhone, you should be able to use iMessage and Facetime. If you would like to have a Japanese phone number, you may consider our Monhtly Voice+Data SIM / eSIM, which will allow you to make / receive voice calls as well as SMS.
Please see here for more information : https://www.sakuramobile.jp/monthly/voice/
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travel SIM now!
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